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Digging democracy's grave: A student's opinion

Digging democracy’s grave: A student’s opinion

Kennedy Owens, Staff Writer November 7, 2025

Think of the person you looked up to most growing up. I would assume that they are honest, fair, kind, hospitable and more. You probably wanted to be just like them growing up, watching their every move...

Ryann's Political Recap: Early October

Ryann’s Political Recap: Early October

Ryann Kearney, Assistant Opinion Editor November 7, 2025

During the first week of October, several major political events occurred that affected nearly all students at FGCU in one way or another.  To recap, the government shut down, there was a possible ceasefire...

Is AI a bubble or is it the future?

Is AI a bubble or is it the future?

Grant Bixon, Contributing Writer November 5, 2025

The world has a new sight — and it's an artificial one. Artificial intelligence. But what is AI really, and how is it changing the world as we know it? Is it merely a bubble, or is it here to stay? With...

Eagle Eats: J&C Crab Seafood Restaurant

Eagle Eats: J&C Crab Seafood Restaurant

Samantha Casey, Assistant Opinion Editor November 3, 2025

A steaming pile of hot seafood dumped straight into a massive bowl over the table, seasoned skillfully with Cajun spices that your mouth starts to water before you ever even get a taste. Gloves on, crab...

Three film recommendations to get into the Halloween spirit

Three film recommendations to get into the Halloween spirit

Max Tuman, Staff Writer October 31, 2025

Although specifically celebrated on Oct. 31, the spirit of Halloween is present throughout the entire month.. One way this month of fright is commonly commemorated is through viewings of iconic films synonymous...

Random roommates: awkward, annoying and absolutely worth it

Random roommates: awkward, annoying and absolutely worth it

Gabriela Tejera, Staff Writer October 30, 2025

Starting college can be stressful for many first-year students for various reasons. Whether it be adapting to a new environment or learning to balance a harder workload. Freshman year of college is a time...

FGCU has a thriving nightlife that's not talked about enough

FGCU has a thriving nightlife that’s not talked about enough

Liam O’Connor, Staff Writer October 30, 2025

Universities are like ecosystems. An ecosystem is a complex community of living and non-living components that interact as a single unit.  The wolf that hunts the rabbit for food one day will become...

The Frightening Reality of Halloween Aesthetics

The Frightening Reality of Halloween Aesthetics

Ryan Kearney, Assistant Opinion Editor October 24, 2025

Knuckles are white as you grasp the cool-toned, fluffy blanket, slowly peeking over at the flashing screen. Loud noises, screams and bam— a jump scare sends popcorn flying.  A staple experience everyone...

Beware of Manufactured Anger in Political Causes

Beware of Manufactured Anger in Political Causes

Kennedy Owens, Social Media Manager October 23, 2025

The killing of a leader can send shock waves throughout a society. When a “saint” is silenced, widespread anger is bound to grow, but how much of this anger is authentic and how much is manufactured?  The...

Building Strength and Community: Inside FGCU’s Gym Culture

Building Strength and Community: Inside FGCU’s Gym Culture

Eden Udell, Staff Writer October 23, 2025

A gym is more than a building. For many students, it’s a part of everyday life.  Walking into University Recreation and Wellness (URWC) during peak hours, everyone has the same idea. People crowd...

Artificial Intelligence is in Danger of Outpacing Human Control

Artificial Intelligence is in Danger of Outpacing Human Control

Caiden Schiller, Staff Writer October 22, 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has taken over in research and simple tasks. Yet, OpenAI is attempting to reach even further into people's workloads.  OpenAI recently rolled out an update that included...

Should College Sports Be Played Off-Campus?

Should College Sports Be Played Off-Campus?

Jorge Murillo, Assistant Sports Editor October 21, 2025

In addition to the hundreds of changes in today’s landscape of college athletics, it has become a common occurrence for sports to be moved to off-campus locations. There are even cases of games being...

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