Dear Readers,

Seeing your response to last week’s issue on social media and our website felt so rewarding. In a time where our print issues are few and far between, it is encouraging to see how successful our publication can still be even in an online format. While our entire team here is passionate about the work we do, regardless of the response it receives, it is always nice to hear that what we are doing is appreciated, important, and necessary. Please, keep circulating our stories to get them to those who need to read them. Whether you are a student, alumni, family member, or anyone else reading our content, we appreciate your support and want to keep hearing your voice. 

While this week’s issue may not be quite as jam-packed as issue two was, we still have some great content to share with you. In news, we have a long-awaited story on Matthew Lewis’s departure from the college, as well as some highlights about our amazing faculty. In features, I spoke with students involved in planning rush week for their Greek Life organizations, and man, do they all work hard. In A&E, we highlight a new band on campus and some of 2024’s most trendy fashion finds. Lastly, in sports, we have another week of basketball updates for you.

This issue also contains some of our newest writer’s first pieces. Be sure to check them out if you get the chance. Looking back, I know my first article ever published on this site was far from perfect, but nothing beats the feeling of seeing your name in a byline for the first time. So please, let’s help them celebrate the accomplishment that it is to officially become a published writer. 

As classes start to pick up for the semester and we’ve returned to the gloomy reality of gray winter skies and weekly tests and quizzes, I encourage you all to carve some time out each week for something that brings the sunshine back into your life. Whether it be visiting a local cafe for a warm latte (Mon Amour is my personal favorite), going into the city to do some shopping, or even just Facetiming friends and family from your hometown, taking that time for yourself is so important for maintaining your mental health. 

Thank you all for giving us a reason to keep writing. Your support, whether vocal or behind the scenes, is deeply appreciated. Every single one of you matters. 

Until next week,