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Hundreds of word alterations have been found in Roald Dahl texts. These changes were made long after the stories were originally published. As the words are slightly changing, the historical understanding of these books is at risk of changing as well.

Why words matter in the context of history

Caroline Corcoran, Multimedia Manager February 28, 2023

Every word matters. Every word has a purpose. Words carry distinct meanings and serve to define specific ideas. The slightest alterations in words add or take away from specific elements within distinct...

Hands-on and project-based learning encourage students to think more critically than rote memorization.

A nation of workers: The urgent need for change in US classrooms

Kushi Maridu, Co-Editor-in-Chief February 27, 2023

“I don’t want a nation of thinkers. I want a nation of workers.” With this mission, business magnate John D. Rockefeller, the wealthiest American of all time, created the General Education Board...

 Deriving from differences in values, mask usage in the U.S. has evolved into a political subject of civil rights while people from East Asian countries encourage face coverings.

Face mask culture in the U.S. versus Asia

Cheyenne Meeks, Arts & Entertainment Editor February 24, 2023

Face masks, once a ubiquitous characteristic of the recent COVID-19 pandemic, have become significantly less prevalent in the public sphere. But despite the mask mandate being lifted in the United States,...

When audiences feel like they can trust the judgment of influencers they will be more inclined to buy the products they recommend.

Gen Z marketing: Why “one size fits all” no longer works

Sumika Thapa, Feature Editor February 22, 2023

Recognized as the most informed group of consumers currently in the market, Generation Z carries the reputation of being immune to retail marketing ploys. Numerous franchises have declared this generation...

France’s military presence in Africa has a long, dark, and twisted history.

Wakanda Forever: How the legacy of French colonization still lingers

Josh Thomas, Copy Editor February 22, 2023

After the untimely death of the lead actor, Chadwick Boseman, the “Black Panther” series bittersweetly rebounded, with its second installment grossing over $855 million. Not everyone enjoyed the movie,...

The “He Gets Us” organization ran multiple ads during the Super Bowl, despite the fact that they are funded by an organization with ties to a hate group.

‘He Gets Us’: Religious organizations have infiltrated mainstream America

Megan McKnight, Copy Editor February 21, 2023

With over 113 million viewers, multiple ads from the “He Gets Us” foundation were played during the Superbowl, comparing Jesus to a canceled influencer, a family of refugees, and a person troubled...

When the media portrays a false narrative of the Middle East, it desensitizes the world to the region’s issues. The negative impacts are felt by the population in the Middle East and the global diaspora.

The danger of desensitization

Leila Assadi, Lead Editor February 20, 2023

While people of color have long been subject to racism and inaccurate portrayals by the media, one of the most prevalent stereotypes is still far from dying out: the Middle Eastern “terrorist.” Living...

Many clinical trials lack important diversity as a result of years of systemic racism in the healthcare industry. Although efforts are being made to increase diversity, many patients are still hesitant to participate in trials, which rely so heavily on patient-provider trust.

Medical mistrust: Tangential racism plagues clinical trials

Arissa Khan, Opinion Editor February 16, 2023

From slavery to segregation, America's past stains still linger, tainting the very foundation of our healthcare system and leaving marginalized communities in a constant state of fear and distrust. America’s...

One of the major problems among electric vehicles involves the ability to be powered. Tesla chargers are known to be the only reliable chargers among the rest.

EV’s are a dumpster fire.

Drake Hanson, Photo Manager February 14, 2023

Electric vehicles, also known as EV’s, have increasingly made their way into American households. Through the increase in popularity, however, we have seen numerous issues arise in the EV industry. EV’s...

PV students struggle to hold on to complex texts as new legislation threatens to take them away.

Iowa governor Kim Reynolds mounts attack on education

Josh Thomas, Copy Editor February 14, 2023

On Thursday, Feb. 3, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds spoke out against students’ freedom of access to books at a Moms for Liberty event. Reynolds stated she believes that if a book is banned from one Iowa...

Innovation, and the development of new technologies and ideas, is crucial to businesses and their success.

Excessive Innovation: The trend to solve non existent problems

Ike Swanson, Business Manager February 14, 2023

Innovation plays a key role in the progression of society. Without innovation, it would be impossible to adapt and survive in our ever changing world.  Innovation is the act of creating or improvising...

Whether it’s harmful misrepresentation in the media or extreme skin regiments and procedures, women continually grapple with society’s expectations to sustain a younger appearance.

From Anti-Aging to Fruitful Growth: The Pressure on Women to Maintain their Youth

Cheyenne Meeks, Arts & Entertainment Editor February 7, 2023

During adolescence, the worries of face wrinkles and gray hair are far from one’s mind. But after reaching a certain age, women find themselves trying their best to slow, even prevent, aging to preserve...

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