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The Student News Site of Kent State University

a magazine

The Student News Site of Kent State University

a magazine

The Student News Site of Kent State University

a magazine

Illustrator: Julianna Schuler

Are You Overwashing Your Clothes?

Chloe Ritzic November 21, 2024

Most of us throw our clothes in our laundry baskets after one wear. For certain garments, this is warranted, but not for every piece of clothing.   Whether it’s socially driven, personal preference...

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Illustrator: Ashton Kish

From Joburg to the World: Tyla’s Rise to Global Fame

Trinity Sims November 20, 2024

In 2024, amongst the vibrant landscape of popular music, few artists have captured the world's attention quite like Tyla. Hailing from Johannesburg (or Joburg as she calls it), South Africa, the singer...

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Photos: Laurel BakerStylists: Kelsi Clark, Torri PaveloiModel: Jolene Giesige

Where Do Your Clothes Actually End Up? Why Upcycling Is Important

Savannah Slencak November 19, 2024

Fast fashion can make it really tempting to buy new clothing, but what if our mentality shifted towards fixing old clothes rather than purchasing new? When we donate to charities such as Goodwill or Salvation...

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Illustrator: Grace Abbott

Hair Means Everything

Lily Henning November 19, 2024

People can try to argue that it doesn't, but your hair can make or break your entire day. There's a reason the saying “bad hair day” exists: a bad hair day makes a bad day. Frizziness, curls that aren’t...

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Illustrator: Kylie Nelson

The Impact ‘Final Girls’ Had on Me

Adriana Gasiewski November 19, 2024

From Sidney Prescott battling her boyfriend, Billy Loomis, and his friend, Stu Macher, in “Scream” to Nancy Thompson facing her fears of Freddy Krueger by turning her back on him, “final girls”...

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Photographer: Anthony AlbaneseStylists: Kelsi Clark, Maria MelucciModels: Gillian Canacci, Mariana Quinones

From Tradition to Sustainability: The Future of Leather

Leah Francis November 15, 2024

The leather industry has been in Florence since the 13th century. The Arte dei Cuoiai, a leather workers guild, was established in 1282 and laid the foundation for Florence’s leather production. Florence...

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Photographer: Emily McMastersStylists: Trinity SimsModel: Katarina Huock

Was Addison Rae Meant to Be This Famous?

Sophie Valentine November 14, 2024

Effortlessly cool, camp and perfectly messy, Addison Rae can do it all with a Diet Pepsi in her hand. On Aug. 9, 2024, Rae released her single“Diet Pepsi,” which has been playing in my head 24/7 ever...

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Photographer: Emily McMastersStylists: Emma DeBerry, Emma Reichlin, Bella DjokicModels: Arie Hessling, Steph Mossop, Sydney Stevenson

More Than Just Clothes: Fashion as a Statement

Ashley Billings November 13, 2024

Fashion is an outlet for people to express themselves. We see this in protests, political campaigns and even everyday life. Fashion is used most to show social status, political beliefs, cultures and how...

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Illustrator: Corrin Budday

Coffee Culture: The importance of coffee shops and local recommendations

Savannah Slencak November 12, 2024

Coffee shops are more than just a place for a morning pick-me-up. With the start of the fall season, people are gravitating towards comfortable settings where they can find a sense of community. In a world...

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Illustrator: Eleanor Bartley

She Left Quite an Impression: Sabrina Carpenter’s Opening Night of Her “Short N’ Sweet” Tour

Tayte Bryan November 8, 2024

After winning the hard-fought battle against Ticketmaster, fans finally made it to the opening night of Sabrina Carpenter's Short ‘N Sweet Tour. The sold-out arena is overflowing with hysterical fans...

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Photo: Unsplash

The Trivialized Life of a Sitcom Wife

Kayla Gleason November 7, 2024

From the early 2000s through the 2010s, many shows were created following the same format: a laid-back, humorous husband and a nagging, fun-killing wife.    In sitcoms, there needs to be contrast...

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Illustrator: Kylie Nelson

Unpacking the Granola Girl Aesthetic as a Personality Trait

Ella Katona November 6, 2024

Countless trends and aesthetics come and go across our feeds, but one that has captured my heart and refuses to fade is the granola girl aesthetic. This movement celebrates a deep appreciation for nature...

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