NEW HOMEPAGE DRAFT -2022

A Plus-Sized Girl’s Guide to Summer Clothing

A Plus-Sized Girl’s Guide to Summer Clothing by: Dani Rouseau   As the warm weather intensifies, swapping out jeans for daisy dukes and sweatshirts for tank tops may seem like the obvious solution. However, for plus-sized girlies, summer fashion is not always so...

A Love Letter to Queer Love

A Love Letter to Queer Love By Gabrielle Gunter, Fashion Editor Against the backdrop of an increase in transphobia and homophobia across the United States and attacks against Obergefell v. Hodges, there is a foundational aspect of the queer community that is more...

The Curly Hair Effect

The Curly Hair Effect By Annalyn Justice The curly hair effect–what is it and why does it matter? The curly hair effect, or as TikTok has coined it “Hair Theory,” is basically just the idea that when a female character falls in love in a movie, TV show, book, etc. her...

Stocking Your Closet

Stocking Your Closet By Lucy Dades  Trends are things that come in cycles. They come and go like waves. In the early 2000’s, low rise jeans were the fad. Then in the late 2010’s, high waist pants made a comeback like they were in the 70’s.  However, one thing trends...

The Spirit of The University of Alabama: A Look Into Alabama’s Spirit Squads

The Spirit of The University of Alabama: A Look Into Alabama’s Spirit Squads By Abby Cope, Features EditorWhen taking a tour of Alabama’s campus, students are known to come out with three major takeaways: the beauty of campus, the lovely weather and the incredible...

Embracing Positivity: Overcoming Seasonal Depression

Embracing Positivity: Overcoming Seasonal Depression  By Lisé Badeaux  As the vibrant colors of autumn fade and winter’s chill takes hold, many people experience a noticeable shift in their mood and energy. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often referred to as...

Best Beach Reads

Best Beach Reads Caroline Karrh | Managing Editor  Whatever you may be up to this summer, be sure to find time to relax and unwind with a good book.The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley  This summer, it feels impossible to even open Instagram without being ambushed by...

The Search for a Drive-thru That Works for You

Tuscaloosa is full of fast food and those with dietary restrictions can finally join in on all of the drive-thru fun.

Summer Safety

What you need to know about rip currents and how it can save your life.

Luxury Aesthetic for a Reasonable Price

Achieving Designer Looks with A Low Budget

Abortion Resources for Alabama 

By Evy Gallagher    With the recent Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade and trigger laws in thirteen states, women need resources and information now more than ever.   In 2019, the Human Life Protection Act was passed in Alabama. The act prohibited...

Best Beach Reads

Best Beach Reads Caroline Karrh | Managing Editor  Whatever you may be up to this summer, be sure to find time to relax and unwind with a good book.The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley  This summer, it feels impossible to even open Instagram without being ambushed by...

The Search for a Drive-thru That Works for You

Tuscaloosa is full of fast food and those with dietary restrictions can finally join in on all of the drive-thru fun.

Summer Safety

What you need to know about rip currents and how it can save your life.

Luxury Aesthetic for a Reasonable Price

Achieving Designer Looks with A Low Budget

Abortion Resources for Alabama 

By Evy Gallagher    With the recent Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade and trigger laws in thirteen states, women need resources and information now more than ever.   In 2019, the Human Life Protection Act was passed in Alabama. The act prohibited...

Best Beach Reads

Best Beach Reads Caroline Karrh | Managing Editor  Whatever you may be up to this summer, be sure to find time to relax and unwind with a good book.The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley  This summer, it feels impossible to even open Instagram without being ambushed by...

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Romance for the Holidays

Romance for the Holidays  The romance genre is aimed at women, but is it actually what we want to see?  Elizabeth Kestle | Writing Contributor     In 1898, the first Christmas film debuted in the United Kingdom, a two-minute silent film that gave birth to the modern...

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Stocking Up

Stocking Up  Easy and affordable cosmetics for the gift-giving season  Writing contributor | Lila Gallagher     Although the holiday season is supposed to be merry and bright, winter is also known for causing stress, anxiety and nervousness. Holiday shopping can have...

Beauty on a Budget

Beauty on a Budget  Five Items to Add to Your Cart This Black Friday  Contributing Writer | Ashley Clemente  For college students on a budget, the best purchases of the year can be made during Black Friday. The online and in-store sales made available the week of, and...

Four Not So Scary Makeup Looks for Halloween

  Four Not So Scary Makeup Looks for Halloween  Halloween is a time for haunted houses, warm apple cider and amazing costumes.  Writing Contributor | Grace Owens    Halloween is about letting your imagination run wild, shedding your skin and being whomever your heart...

Patch it Up

Patchology products: To buy or not to buy  Contributing Writer | Lila Gallagher  Video Contributor | Breona Winn    Patchology is a conscious beauty brand concerned with both caring for your skin and for the environment. Self-care and sustainability go hand and hand...

Must Have Looks for the Cozy Months

Hot looks come with cold seasons.  Leslie Klein | Beauty Editor    Whether you thrive off of makeup artistry, natural makeup or no makeup at all, these trends will open a world of possibilities for all things makeup. Bleached Brows  You might hate it, you might love...

Crafting the Perfect Thanksgiving

Crafting the Perfect Thanksgiving

Crafting the Perfect Thanksgiving By Elena Giorgi The holidays are a perfect time to make a plan to see the friends that make the previous 11 months of the year worthwhile. While it can seem hard to squeeze a little play in the midst of end-of-the-year work, quality...

Haunted Hallways: The Ghost of Reese Phifer

Haunted Hallways: The Ghost of Reese Phifer

Haunted Hallways: The Ghost of Reese Phifer By Hannah Holcombe For many students at the University of Alabama, Reese Phifer Hall feels like a second home. However, students and faculty are not the only ones roaming the halls of the 94-year-old building. Among the...

Navigating Capitol Hill: Style, Drive and Coffee By: Finley Richardson Capitol Hill is known for its brutal pace, yet it remains the dream destination for ambitious college students everywhere. Life on Capitol Hill is complex, there are many layers to each staffer,...

Crafting the Perfect Thanksgiving

Crafting the Perfect Thanksgiving By Elena Giorgi The holidays are a perfect time to make a plan to see the friends that make the previous 11 months of the year worthwhile. While it can seem hard to squeeze a little play in the midst of end-of-the-year work, quality...

Haunted Hallways: The Ghost of Reese Phifer

Haunted Hallways: The Ghost of Reese Phifer By Hannah Holcombe For many students at the University of Alabama, Reese Phifer Hall feels like a second home. However, students and faculty are not the only ones roaming the halls of the 94-year-old building. Among the...

Navigating Capitol Hill: Style, Drive and Coffee By: Finley Richardson Capitol Hill is known for its brutal pace, yet it remains the dream destination for ambitious college students everywhere. Life on Capitol Hill is complex, there are many layers to each staffer,...

Crafting the Perfect Thanksgiving

Crafting the Perfect Thanksgiving By Elena Giorgi The holidays are a perfect time to make a plan to see the friends that make the previous 11 months of the year worthwhile. While it can seem hard to squeeze a little play in the midst of end-of-the-year work, quality...

Haunted Hallways: The Ghost of Reese Phifer

Haunted Hallways: The Ghost of Reese Phifer By Hannah Holcombe For many students at the University of Alabama, Reese Phifer Hall feels like a second home. However, students and faculty are not the only ones roaming the halls of the 94-year-old building. Among the...

Navigating Capitol Hill: Style, Drive and Coffee By: Finley Richardson Capitol Hill is known for its brutal pace, yet it remains the dream destination for ambitious college students everywhere. Life on Capitol Hill is complex, there are many layers to each staffer,...

Crafting the Perfect Thanksgiving

Crafting the Perfect Thanksgiving By Elena Giorgi The holidays are a perfect time to make a plan to see the friends that make the previous 11 months of the year worthwhile. While it can seem hard to squeeze a little play in the midst of end-of-the-year work, quality...

Haunted Hallways: The Ghost of Reese Phifer

Haunted Hallways: The Ghost of Reese Phifer By Hannah Holcombe For many students at the University of Alabama, Reese Phifer Hall feels like a second home. However, students and faculty are not the only ones roaming the halls of the 94-year-old building. Among the...

Navigating Capitol Hill: Style, Drive and Coffee By: Finley Richardson Capitol Hill is known for its brutal pace, yet it remains the dream destination for ambitious college students everywhere. Life on Capitol Hill is complex, there are many layers to each staffer,...