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Does FGCU Offer Enough Options to Students and Staff with Dietary Restrictions?

Does FGCU Offer Enough Options to Students and Staff with Dietary Restrictions?

Reagan Robinson, Staff Writer February 28, 2025

When observing the demographics of college campuses, few places come close to the diversity of their populations. Students from all over come together with the common goal of pursuing higher education. A...

What’s Next for Trump’s Trade War?

What’s Next for Trump’s Trade War?

Ryann Kearney, Staff Writer February 26, 2025

Recent conversations surrounding American tariffs and trade wars have caused an uproar. The conversation began when Trump campaigned with the loose idea of imposing tariffs on other countries. He said...

Oscars 2025: Critics and Audiences Divided

Oscars 2025: Critics and Audiences Divided

Violet Powell, Staff Writer February 25, 2025

Nominations for the 97th Academy Awards were released on Thursday, Jan. 23, leaving viewers in shock. Since the announcement, many have expressed dismay regarding certain choices made by the Academy of...

A Heart-Shaped Hustle: How Capitalism Ruined Valentine’s Day

A Heart-Shaped Hustle: How Capitalism Ruined Valentine’s Day

Reagan Robinson, Staff Writer February 14, 2025

Valentine's Day is one of America's most beloved Hallmark-esque holidays. Originally a dark pagan holiday, Valentine’s Day has been transformed into a capitalistic celebration rife with overconsumption...

From Movies to Reality: Rethinking Love at First Sight

From Movies to Reality: Rethinking Love at First Sight

Samantha Casey, Staff Writer February 13, 2025

Used to a strict routine at her job at a local tanning salon, a curly-haired brunette worked mindlessly. Suddenly, a tall man walked into the building, and the woman felt an immediate connection to him....

Self Love & the Art of Self Care

Self Love & the Art of Self Care

Abby Alves, Staff Writer February 4, 2025

Good morning, Eagles, and welcome to a brand-new semester here at FGCU! While some of us are finishing up our freshman year, others are preparing to graduate. Regardless, there is one thing all of us students...

The Issue with Fast Fashion

The Issue with Fast Fashion

Grace Greco, Staff Writer January 29, 2025

Fast fashion is inexpensive, low-quality clothing that is manufactured quickly to keep up with trends and is often discarded after a few uses. Retailers can afford to sell these pieces at low prices because...

Trump, Wealth and the Forgotten Voters: Normalizing Classism in America

Trump, Wealth and the Forgotten Voters: Normalizing Classism in America

Julianna Bendeck, Opinion Editor January 27, 2025

Last May, Donald J. Trump was found guilty of 34 felony counts of falsifying business records. In November, Trump ran for re-election and won against the Democratic candidate, Kamala Harris. On Jan. 10,...

Top 5 Roblox Games to Unwind with this Semester

Top 5 Roblox Games to Unwind with this Semester

Hannah Barcomb, Staff Writer January 17, 2025

It is no secret that college students are busy. Consequently, students often search for outlets they can use to forget the stress of day-to-day life and just have fun. Roblox is a perfect way to do this....

Campus Safety: Should FGCU Build More Crosswalks?

Campus Safety: Should FGCU Build More Crosswalks?

Abby Alves, Staff Writer January 16, 2025

The safety of students has always been a priority for the staff at FGCU. As students, we have several means to ensure our overall well-being. FGCU boasts an exceptional, exclusive police squad, a readily...

Floridians, Amendment 4 and the Potential Financial Consequences

Floridians, Amendment 4 and the Potential Financial Consequences

Kennedy Owens, Social Media Manager November 1, 2024

In this election, voters will have the opportunity to amend Florida’s constitution to limit government interference with abortion. The Amendment 4 summary states, “No law shall prohibit, penalize,...

A Nuanced Issue: Should Social Media Impact How You Vote?

A Nuanced Issue: Should Social Media Impact How You Vote?

Noah Lewis, Staff Writer October 31, 2024

The influence technology has on elections has existed since its beginning. Technology’s influence began with the first radio debate and then the first televised debate. Today, social media is the newest...

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