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...
First Date Tips & Tricks

First Date Tips & Tricks

By Jill Holloway In the words of everyone’s favorite relationship icon, Carrie Bradshaw, “One reason people still risk the possible horror of a first date is the possible magic of the first kiss.” But before you get to Point B, you have to navigate Point A: the first...

Swipe Right

Swipe Right

By Becca Murdoch Nope. No thank you. Not a chance in hell. These were just a few -and some of my milder thoughts -on using millennial dating app/hook-up platform, Tinder. We’ve all heard horror stories about online dating, most of them the warnings of our tech-wary...

Vegan Smart and Safe

Vegan Smart and Safe

By Lauren Lane   According to the Vegetarian Resource Group, the number of Americans who eat a vegan diet has doubled in the past five years—and for good reason. A diet that removes animal products, like meat, eggs and dairy, has been proven to provide both...

Easy Eats on the Go

Easy Eats on the Go

Chocolate Chip Mug Cake Late night sweets cravings have been ruining our healthful eating one pint of Ben and Jerry’s at a time. But this butter and oil-less chocolate mug cake can satisfy your sweet tooth without busting your diet.     Protein-Packed...

First Date Tips & Tricks

By Jill Holloway In the words of everyone’s favorite relationship icon, Carrie Bradshaw, “One reason people still risk the possible horror of a first date is the possible magic of the first kiss.” But before you get to Point B, you have to navigate Point A: the first...

Swipe Right

By Becca Murdoch Nope. No thank you. Not a chance in hell. These were just a few -and some of my milder thoughts -on using millennial dating app/hook-up platform, Tinder. We’ve all heard horror stories about online dating, most of them the warnings of our tech-wary...

Vegan Smart and Safe

By Lauren Lane   According to the Vegetarian Resource Group, the number of Americans who eat a vegan diet has doubled in the past five years—and for good reason. A diet that removes animal products, like meat, eggs and dairy, has been proven to provide both...

Easy Eats on the Go

Chocolate Chip Mug Cake Late night sweets cravings have been ruining our healthful eating one pint of Ben and Jerry’s at a time. But this butter and oil-less chocolate mug cake can satisfy your sweet tooth without busting your diet.     Protein-Packed...

First Date Tips & Tricks

By Jill Holloway In the words of everyone’s favorite relationship icon, Carrie Bradshaw, “One reason people still risk the possible horror of a first date is the possible magic of the first kiss.” But before you get to Point B, you have to navigate Point A: the first...

Swipe Right

By Becca Murdoch Nope. No thank you. Not a chance in hell. These were just a few -and some of my milder thoughts -on using millennial dating app/hook-up platform, Tinder. We’ve all heard horror stories about online dating, most of them the warnings of our tech-wary...

Vegan Smart and Safe

By Lauren Lane   According to the Vegetarian Resource Group, the number of Americans who eat a vegan diet has doubled in the past five years—and for good reason. A diet that removes animal products, like meat, eggs and dairy, has been proven to provide both...

Easy Eats on the Go

Chocolate Chip Mug Cake Late night sweets cravings have been ruining our healthful eating one pint of Ben and Jerry’s at a time. But this butter and oil-less chocolate mug cake can satisfy your sweet tooth without busting your diet.     Protein-Packed...

First Date Tips & Tricks

By Jill Holloway In the words of everyone’s favorite relationship icon, Carrie Bradshaw, “One reason people still risk the possible horror of a first date is the possible magic of the first kiss.” But before you get to Point B, you have to navigate Point A: the first...

Swipe Right

By Becca Murdoch Nope. No thank you. Not a chance in hell. These were just a few -and some of my milder thoughts -on using millennial dating app/hook-up platform, Tinder. We’ve all heard horror stories about online dating, most of them the warnings of our tech-wary...

Vegan Smart and Safe

By Lauren Lane   According to the Vegetarian Resource Group, the number of Americans who eat a vegan diet has doubled in the past five years—and for good reason. A diet that removes animal products, like meat, eggs and dairy, has been proven to provide both...

Easy Eats on the Go

Chocolate Chip Mug Cake Late night sweets cravings have been ruining our healthful eating one pint of Ben and Jerry’s at a time. But this butter and oil-less chocolate mug cake can satisfy your sweet tooth without busting your diet.     Protein-Packed...