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Month: February 2026

Reminisces of the Freshman First Semester: Tips & Tricks
Opinion

Reminisces of the Freshman First Semester: Tips & Tricks

Article By Delaney JudkinsPhotography By RMCAD The first few weeks of college are unlike anything else. It’s exciting, overwhelming, and a little confusing starting out. For freshmen at McKendree specifically, starting college means adjusting to a new campus, new expectations, and a new level of independence. From navigating campus hills to figuring out Brightspace, freshman year comes with experiences that upperclassmen instantly recognize. These moments may feel stressful in the moment, but they quickly become shared stories that define the beginning of college life. Freshman year is not about having everything figured out; it’s about learning, adapting, and growing. The habits and experiences I’m sharing below highlight what makes the start of college at McKendree so memorabl...
Throw-Back 2025 Music Review
Opinion, Personality

Throw-Back 2025 Music Review

By Ainsley Leal-Salazar On August 8, 2025, rapper JID released his fourth studio album, God Does Like Ugly. JID is known for his incredible flow and lyricism, and this album definitely continues that experimental genre. The album has 15 tracks, 14 songs and a single interlude, featuring Westside Gunn. The name God Does Like Ugly came from JID’s grandmother after they were talking about an event that happened in the world. This is a top three album of the year for me, alongside Alfredo 2 by Freddie Gibbs and The Alchemist and Hurry Up Tomorrow by The Weeknd. This was a really enjoyable listen and I liked every single track. However, three stand out in particular.The opening song on the album “YouUgly” has a surprising feature from Westside Gunn- I was not expecting him to be on the a...