Jasper Jams: Playlist to celebrate the blossoming of new beginnings (and flowers!)

by Karen Flores, Asst. Features Editor Happy April everyone! April is a month filled with celebrations, new beginnings and  growth all around us. As a person born in April, I embrace all that it brings (yes, even the spring rain). The rain that comes with spring correlates to the growth of nature. So in turn, all of the rainy days we have where we don’t … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Playlist to celebrate the blossoming of new beginnings (and flowers!)

Jasper Jams: International Women’s Day

By Jilleen Barrett, Managing Editor/Features Editor Editor’s Note: This article discusses sensitive topics such as street harassment and relationship abuse. Happy International Women’s Day, Jaspers! This holiday was created to recognize the achievements of women and remind us of the goal to dismantle the patriarchy and all of the systems which function because of it.  Because of that, the first half of this Jasper Jams … Continue reading Jasper Jams: International Women’s Day

Jasper Jams: Finals Week

by Brian Asare, Photography Editor As the semester draws to an end and finals week is around the corner, It’s inevitable that we start to look for various stress relievers to counter the anxiety this time period brings along. It was pretty cool getting to see all my friends’ Spotify Wrapped this year which showcased a lot of various artists and music genres, and it … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Finals Week

Jasper Jams: Thanksgiving Edition

by Katie Heneghan, Web Editor As students prepare to head home for the holidays to be with family and friends and enjoy all the fall goodness of Thanksgiving, I’ve prepared a fall break playlist sure to please all. It’s for that first reunion with the car you haven’t driven since summer, the long ride to grandma’s house, or if you’re like me, getting through the … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Thanksgiving Edition

Jasper Jams (Taylor’s Version)

by Caroline McCarthy, Megan LaCreta, Jocelyn Visnov, Sports Editor, Asst. Features Editor, Asst. Production Editor  Blondie’s quick-witted hints and sly reveals have all led to the re-release of her fourth studio album, Red (Taylor’s Version), this Friday, Nov. 12. As any true Swiftie knows, Taylor Swift’s legal battle with her former record label Big Machine Records left her with the rights to her written music and … Continue reading Jasper Jams (Taylor’s Version)

Jasper Jams: Songs To Help You
Survive the Tumultuous Weather

by Karen Flores, Staff Writer As the weather changes, we all try to avoid getting sick, whether it is mentally or physically. The fluctuations between summer and winter make it hard to pick outfits, hairstyles and even which drink to get at Starbucks. Some people look to stay inside and just relax while others want to experience some excitement.  I find I need a bit … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Songs To Help You
Survive the Tumultuous Weather

Jasper Jams: Songs for Your Commute 

by Nicole Rodriguez, Production Editor As we reach the midpoint of the semester, the workload and stress levels have significantly increased. While students residing on campus have the luxury of being a short walk away from their classrooms, commuters have an additional stress: commuting. As a commuter, I find myself needing an extra boost in the morning now more than ever. Below is a compilation … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Songs for Your Commute 

Jasper Jams: A Playlist To Get You Through Mercury Being in Retrograde

by Jilleen Barrett, A&E Editor & Managing Editor It feels like everyone I know was having a difficult, stressful time as September ended last week. Maybe it’s because midterms are coming up, or maybe it’s due to the chillier weather — personally, I think it’s because mercury is in retrograde. Mercury is the planet of communication, and according to Time, “those who are astrologically inclined … Continue reading Jasper Jams: A Playlist To Get You Through Mercury Being in Retrograde

Jasper Jams: Hispanic Heritage Month Edition

by Nicole Rodriguez, Production Editor Hispanic Heritage Month is upon us. From Sept. 15 – Oct. 15, we celebrate the contributions, history and culture of Hispanic and Latinx communities in the United States and what better way to immerse yourself in a culture than to listen to its music! Below is a mixture of some classics that have shaped me into who I am today, … Continue reading Jasper Jams: Hispanic Heritage Month Edition