Opinions

Opinion: Michigan Avenue Tattoo and Piercing

Michigan Avenue Tattoo and Piercing is an awesome place to get your next body modification. The staff is very friendly and highly skilled, and all the equipment, as well as the interior as a whole, is incredibly clean and sanitary.

Opinion: Should these Y2K fashion trends stay or go?

The 2000s fashion trends are making their comeback in 2022, but is that for the best?

Review: "Groundskeeping" by Lee Cole

A look into Groundskeeping by Lee Cole.

Review: 'Euphoria' Season 2

Euphoria’s first season set us up with great expectations for the second season. Unfortunately, despite having so many great qualities, I don’t think it met anyone’s expectations. 

Review: ‘The Batman’ is a movie you don't want to miss

 ‘The Batman’ soars to the top of the charts.

Opinion: Mixtapes from artists before they became big

Most artist do not appear out of nowhere with platinum level records.  From Kendrick Lamar to Ari Lennox here are four artist’s mixtapes before they blew up.

Advice: Best side hustles to make money as a student

A quick advice column on some easy ways to make extra money as a college student.

Opinion: The Ukraine invasion and western mockery

With Russia recently declaring war and invading Ukraine, this is a scary time for many. For Americans, its a new thing to make TikToks about.

Opinion: Applying Critical Race Theory in the classroom

Recently,  my former high school received backlash from the local community after giving a lesson about critical race theory. 

Review: Tyler, the Creator "Call Me If You Get Lost" tour in downtown Detroit

Recently on February 28th me and thousands  were lucky enough to witness Tyler the Creator live at his Call Me If You Get Lost tour. This tour  was filled with multiple talented artists as well including the upcoming star Teezo Touchdown, the Long Beach rapper Vince Staples and the lovely Kali Uchis.

Advice: How to apply to scholarships at EMU

Applying for scholarships is a fantastic way to save money.

Review: "The Swimmers" by Julie Otsuka

Review: Beach House LP “Once Twice Melody” is a galactic getaway

Take some time to entertain yourself with the talented Beach House. The veteran band is back with a sonically splendid album. 

Opinion: The value placed on extra curricular participation is classist

If you want to get into a top program or university, more often than not, you’re expected to have, not only the grades, but a long list of extra curricular activities. This system specifically targets students of a lower class, essentially rewarding privileged students for being privileged.

Opinion: Kanye West’s recent behavior is dangerous

Celebrity Kanye West has recently been in the spotlight for what is assumed to be a manic episode after his recently separated wife, Kim Kardashian West, began a new, public relationship. Though many think this is humorous, his behavior is actually extremely harmful to both his family and the bipolar community.

Advice: Tips for surviving college life mentally

Managing college stress can be hard, so here are some tips to overcome it.

Review: 'Uncharted' is one to watch if you like action-packed adventure films

 ‘Uncharted’ is a modern adventure film for people who love a good treasure hunt. 

Opinion: Four great off-campus study spots

Sometimes being productive on campus can be tiring. Learn about the amount of options you have for studying off campus.  

Opinion: No-Knock Warrants and the Murder of Amir Locke

On the second day of Black History Month, Amir Locke, a twenty two year old lack man living in Minneapolis, was needlessly murdered by police after they entered an apartment with a no-knock warrant. Despite not even being mentioned on the warrant, Locke was shot multiple times, ultimately killing him. 

Review: Book of Boba Fett Episode 2

Analyzing the second episode of Book of Boba Fett.