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...

Can’t Go Home: Refugees and COVID-19

By: Lilia Anderson As warmer weather sprung forward, as flowers blossomed and days elongated—we stayed home. We stayed home from our normal activities and jobs—not only for our own personal health, but in respect to all of the first responders and essential workers....

BACNE

BACNE

BACNE The Enemy No One Talks About By: Sophia Surrett That’s right, you read bacne- back acne. If you have been through your teenage years all the way up to early adulthood, you know what acne is. When most people think of acne, they think of it on your face, the most...

Solutions for Rainy Day Boredom

Solutions for Rainy Day Boredom

By: Sarah Hartsell As I’m sitting by the window in my room, I can’t help but think what should I do since my afternoon plans have been ruined by the rain. So, I came up with the best things to do on a rainy day and decided it would be best to share them (that way your...

Top 10 Cuffing Season Songs

Top 10 Cuffing Season Songs

By: Sarah Hartsell As many of you know, cuffing season is among us. For some of us, this is great because we already have a significant other and are super excited. Others of us are not looking forward to this dreaded time of year as we have another cuffing season...

Can’t Go Home: Refugees and COVID-19

By: Lilia Anderson As warmer weather sprung forward, as flowers blossomed and days elongated—we stayed home. We stayed home from our normal activities and jobs—not only for our own personal health, but in respect to all of the first responders and essential workers....

BACNE

BACNE The Enemy No One Talks About By: Sophia Surrett That’s right, you read bacne- back acne. If you have been through your teenage years all the way up to early adulthood, you know what acne is. When most people think of acne, they think of it on your face, the most...

Solutions for Rainy Day Boredom

By: Sarah Hartsell As I’m sitting by the window in my room, I can’t help but think what should I do since my afternoon plans have been ruined by the rain. So, I came up with the best things to do on a rainy day and decided it would be best to share them (that way your...

Top 10 Cuffing Season Songs

By: Sarah Hartsell As many of you know, cuffing season is among us. For some of us, this is great because we already have a significant other and are super excited. Others of us are not looking forward to this dreaded time of year as we have another cuffing season...

Can’t Go Home: Refugees and COVID-19

By: Lilia Anderson As warmer weather sprung forward, as flowers blossomed and days elongated—we stayed home. We stayed home from our normal activities and jobs—not only for our own personal health, but in respect to all of the first responders and essential workers....

BACNE

BACNE The Enemy No One Talks About By: Sophia Surrett That’s right, you read bacne- back acne. If you have been through your teenage years all the way up to early adulthood, you know what acne is. When most people think of acne, they think of it on your face, the most...

Solutions for Rainy Day Boredom

By: Sarah Hartsell As I’m sitting by the window in my room, I can’t help but think what should I do since my afternoon plans have been ruined by the rain. So, I came up with the best things to do on a rainy day and decided it would be best to share them (that way your...

Top 10 Cuffing Season Songs

By: Sarah Hartsell As many of you know, cuffing season is among us. For some of us, this is great because we already have a significant other and are super excited. Others of us are not looking forward to this dreaded time of year as we have another cuffing season...

Can’t Go Home: Refugees and COVID-19

By: Lilia Anderson As warmer weather sprung forward, as flowers blossomed and days elongated—we stayed home. We stayed home from our normal activities and jobs—not only for our own personal health, but in respect to all of the first responders and essential workers....

BACNE

BACNE The Enemy No One Talks About By: Sophia Surrett That’s right, you read bacne- back acne. If you have been through your teenage years all the way up to early adulthood, you know what acne is. When most people think of acne, they think of it on your face, the most...

Solutions for Rainy Day Boredom

By: Sarah Hartsell As I’m sitting by the window in my room, I can’t help but think what should I do since my afternoon plans have been ruined by the rain. So, I came up with the best things to do on a rainy day and decided it would be best to share them (that way your...

Top 10 Cuffing Season Songs

By: Sarah Hartsell As many of you know, cuffing season is among us. For some of us, this is great because we already have a significant other and are super excited. Others of us are not looking forward to this dreaded time of year as we have another cuffing season...