Country music may be dominated by white people, but it was created by and for the Black community. This particular genre of music is filled with white musicians who make…
Big corporations aren’t your friends
The rise of social media has changed the way corporations interact with their customers. Though they may brand themselves as relatable individuals that “get you” and bank off “shit-posting,” they…
Festival Failures
Festivals can’t be truly revolutionary until they make an effort to include the young adults they claim to target. As a young person, it can feel like every corner of…
The earth is not flat
Is earth’s shape a matter of opinion or science? It’s science, the earth is most definitely round. It’s a circle. A sphere if you will. Members of the Flat Earth…
Sustainable isn’t accessible
Sustainable living is an idealistic lifestyle that is not attainable or inclusive for the average person. The money and time the lifestyle requires is not something that most possess and…
Accessible sustainability
The truth is that the choice to live a more eco-conscious lifestyle and stand up for the environment costs nothing—changing your mindset will change your habits. Capitalism is trying to…
We pay a lot, do better
Dining on campus should cater to students, but Portland State’s dining options can’t seem to live up to standards. Various complaints from students regarding PSU’s dining accessibility and quality have…
We cannot go to Mars
A trip to Mars is no longer a pipe dream but an impending reality. Technology is advancing, and our curiosity is growing. Though the journey is within reach considering the…
Baby, you’re a star
Though it may not be the most scientifically legitimate field of study out there, astrology can still help people on their personal journeys. We’ve all done it. Whether you believe…
Black boys are blue in the moonlight
Representation in film is important but simply including a Black actor is not enough. The lighting in film is not geared toward, or more often not flattering to, people of…
Five reasons you should at least consider tipping
If you’ve ever had the luxury of eating out at a restaurant or having your bags carried for you from the lobby of a hotel up to your room, you’re…