OPINIONS

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8/2/2022, 12:00am

Opinion: Punk is Black

By Aaron Hughes

As punk, metal, alternative and other forms of rock come back in fashion, new artists continue to appear. This time, many POC grace the stage and bring an entirely new movement with it.

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7/26/2022, 8:00am

Opinion: The top three NFL rookies to watch out for in the 2022-23 season

By Blake McQueary

It’s about that time again, you're sitting on the couch watching TV when suddenly an commercial break advertises the start of the NFL pre-season, triggering you to question where your summer has gone with the thought, “No way football is ALREADY starting again.” We’ve all been there. So, with the NFL pre-season getting underway in about 2 weeks, let’s look at the top 3 rookies that we could see have big debut seasons: Chris Olave, Aidan Hutchinson, and Jordan Davis.

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7/22/2022, 8:00am

Opinion: Tips to feel comfortable and stylish this summer

By Joud Bamehriz

 Summer can be a hard season to dress for, but there are a few reliable ways to dress for sweltering heat and humidity and still look cute.   Summer can be a hard season to dress for, but there are a few reliable ways to dress for sweltering heat and humidity. This article is also for those who break out in hives just thinking about dressing in the heatwave.Waking up sweating and irritated from a bad night’s sleep in the heat is far from the ‘hot girl summer' many of us had in mind, but there are plenty of ways to get your entire wardrobe ready for warm weather. Wear light-colored clothing. The sun's rays will be reflected rather than absorbed by dresses and button-down shirts in light colors and whites. It is typical for workwear to come in dark colors such as black and navy. Consider white linen blazers, seersucker suits, or light blue button-up shirts for summer instead. It's therefore recommended that you wear light colors during summer classes. Choose breathable fabrics. While breathable fabrics may not matter throughout the year, you'll definitely notice the difference during the summer when compared to fabrics that trap moisture. Make sure your clothing is made with linen, cotton, or silk, not synthetics, as synthetic fabrics tend not to be breathable. Dress in layers. Your summer fashion vibe will be influenced by layering if you're an EMU student with air conditioning in most buildings. When you need to transition from a hot walk to a cold class, a cotton cardigan is the perfect choice. Stay away from tight clothing. When it comes to staying cool in the summer, you should wear loose-fitting clothing. Dress in cropped, wide-leg pants, loose shirts, oversize blouses, and dresses and skirts with plenty of room to move. Try a one-piece garment. Separates can get very warm in the summer. Rather than a two-piece, opt for a one-piece, such as a jumpsuit or a wrap dress. Dressing for summer can feel overwhelming, especially if you don't go to the beach and just attend classes, but you can manage it. Remember, dressing for classes is different from dressing for the beach.  

NBA conference finals begin on May 14 in Oakland, California.

7/19/2022, 8:00am

Opinion: Top three "under the radar" moves of the 2022 NBA Draft

By Blake McQueary

This year’s draft class is a big question mark. With many people believing that this class isn’t much to be excited about, there are also people speculating that this draft class could very well be a special one. Sports writer Blake McQueary provides insight on his top three "under the radar" transactions of NBA draft night.