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A thought on the online echo chamber of men who compete to out-bully each other. Written by Kylee Herrick Beauty standards are one of many man-made concerns that have tormented the self-esteem of humanity, with the increasing influence of online spaces further fueling the intensity of bullying and exclusion.  Cisgender men have remained relatively safe from the crushing pressure of weight loss, plastic surgery and fashion advertising that deliberately target female-presenting

A look at why a surprising time and place may be a meditative experience for Northeast Ohio college students during the snowy months. Written by Andrew Paduano Many people are aware of the natural beauty Ohio has to offer. With a mix of lakes, rolling hills, forests and valleys, it is a culmination of landscapes found across the country. Some also know about a gem in Northeast Ohio that wonderfully combines these elements: The Holden Arboretum .  But would most think to vent

From formidable footwear of the 16th century to Gucci’s modern gowns, the Cleveland Museum of Art’s new exhibition traces how certain themes in art and fashion perpetuate throughout time. Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens My platform boots clicked on the smooth marble floor beneath me as I made my way into the Cleveland Museum of Art’s new exhibition, “From Renaissance to Runway: The Enduring Italian Houses.” Wall to wall, the room was full of mannequins dressed in ensembles

Written by Ava Brennan How to tackle extravagant holiday meals while nurturing the body. Delicious recipes at bottom of this post! Two of the biggest feasting holidays are right around the corner. Some may spend this time preparing, walking extra steps to balance out incoming calories, while others accept the not-so-good feelings that come with the “feel-good” foods. In a large family like mine, creating extravagant holiday meals is no small feat. The responsibility of planni

Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens Spotlighting Cleveland State University students who wear their self-expression on their sleeve. Katey DiGiacomo Katey DiGiacomo, a senior public relations major, is one of many college students who has grown into her personal style in the last few years of her life.  She describes her current style as “Y2k, grungey, ballerina-core.” Brittany Murphy and Gwen Stefani are two of her biggest fashion icons, but she always adds her own personal tw

Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens Guice Mann shares the story of his journey as an artist, and his mission to spread positivity through all that he creates. Cleveland’s art culture thrives in the hidden nooks of the city where innovators and creators transform unassuming warehouse spaces into vibrant studios. Artists pour their souls into their work and their creativity spills onto the streets with murals and installations that breathe life into the industrial landscape. In a

Written by Ava Brennan Where in the world have our Vikes been recently? Within the confines of smaller midwestern schools, I hear students speak of their desire to travel, explore the world, and expand their horizons. We may look to influencers and celebrities “luxurious trips”  and think of travel as a distant idea, unattainable for the average student. To remind our students how vast the world is, here are several students at Cleveland State University who have traveled rec

Written by   Nicole Wloszek-Therens How yoga can be a powerful tool to help students find balance, both in their bodies and their minds. After her week of civil engineering courses at CSU ends, sophomore Saja Malkieh looks forward to her weekend nighttime routine that helps her stay grounded in more ways than one.  Malkieh rolls out a yoga mat on her bedroom floor and starts her playlist of the “Interstellar” soundtrack. The orchestral composition of Hans Zimmer fills the roo

How pickleball quickly became the hottest summer activity. Written by Casey Couch Caption: Cleveland State University student and Vindi...

How slowing down in a fast-paced world taught me how to enjoy the journey. Written by Nicole Wloszek-Therens As I walked into a...

A look back on four years of life. Written by Jake Ryan My college career started on August 23, 2021 with my first day of classes. A few...

Exploring if folks who wear shorts in the winter are making a bold fashion choice or if it’s pure madness. Written by Izzy Aparicio As...

Developing healthy habits that will last through the new year. Written by Casey Couch A screeching alarm broke through the quiet in...

Learn about the disorder and how to cope with it. Written by Julia Lastic What is seasonal depression?  Seasonal affective disorder...

What food are you? Written by Julia Lastic Disclaimer : For several years now, I have collected and read many books to gain knowledge...

Costume inspiration for that last minute frustration. Written by Evan Peters It’s mid-October and a student walks through the halls of...

CSU students taste test the new candies hitting the shelves. Written by Aaron Inskeep Every year it seems like more and more variations...

A look through my journey into coffee. (Link to full interview here!) Written by Andrew Paduano Growing up, I never gave coffee much...

Fall in a city is a lot different than… well, everywhere else. Written by Jake Ryan If you haven’t checked your calendar in a while, you...

Full transcripted interview with Calico Jack. (Link to original article story here!) By Andrew Paduano The following interview has been...