Graduating in a pandemic – what does that even mean?
By Cassie Weiss, Features Editor Here’s a little (not so) secret thing about me — I skipped my last college graduation. I went into college fresh out of high school. And although I loved...
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Summer decor ideas for your inner goth
By Ed Ghost, Staff Writer I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: every day can be Halloween. Unfortunately, not everyone seems to agree — worth mentioning are the big box retail stores...
Anime shows that are a must-watch this March
By Ed Ghost, Staff Writer Last March was different than any other March I’ve ever had to face. The world seemed to grind to a halt, everyone was told to stay inside their homes,...
5 ways to support salons and spas during the pandemic
By Karolina Bourne, Contributor Salons and spas are facing many uncertainties and challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic. More than ever, it’s become important to support local businesses. Thanks to social media and the convenience...
The pandemic within a pandemic: anti-Asian racism
By Riggs Zyrille Vergara, Publishing Editor When the COVID-19 pandemic started infiltrating Canada, there was one other thing that spread quickly aside from the virus — anti-Asian racism. Almost one year into the gruelling...
Opinion: I’m in an abusive relationship with Facebook
By Ed Ghost, Staff Writer On Feb. 4, 2004, some random guy named Mark Zuckerberg launched “The Facebook” — a small social media platform created with the intent to connect Harvard students with one...
Love letters to survivors to be displayed during Sexual Violence Awareness Month
By Cassie Weiss, Features Editor On the anniversary of her assault in 2012, Tania Ikeda wrote, and posted on social media, a love letter to her past self. The letter was full of love...
Local fundraiser challenged substance and alcohol-free January to raise money for DOAP Team: How you can get involved
By Cassie Weiss, Features Editor January was a fresh start for everyone. The clock rang in the new year with friends cheering together via a computer screen or a phone call. With new COVID-19-friendly traditions...
Fun and safe date ideas for any Valentine’s Day couple
By Kate Vincent, Staff Writer Sadly, this year we are bound by restrictions due to the dreaded COVID-19 pandemic on the day of love. We have come to the point in which word play regarding...
