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Katy Perry went to space…now what?

Kate Linggi, A&E Editor April 30, 2025

On April 14, a crew of six women, including pop star Katy Perry, boarded a Blue Origin rocket to pass the internationally recognized boundary of space for just 11 minutes.  Blue Origin, an aerospace...

Free/inexpensive gift ideas: Flowers!

Free/inexpensive gift ideas: Flowers!

Annie McMullen, Copy Editor April 30, 2025

Budgeting can certainly be a struggle for some college students — I know it is for me. Yet, at the same time, giving gifts is a great and important way to show your appreciation for those you care about,...

Assessing Harvard’s stance against Trump

Lizzie Elsenpeter, Staff Writer April 30, 2025

There have been a lot of debatable choices in politics right now and insane policies that the Trump administration has tried to pass. These policies include tariffs, which only hurt consumers, cutting...

The ultimate guide for getting outside as a college student

The ultimate guide for getting outside as a college student

Vera Sablak, Executive Editor April 30, 2025

Recently, I took a morning walk in the Natural Lands, and I got it. “This is why they do it,” I thought to myself. “This is why people go on walks.” I’d just made a left at the far boundary...

A senior’s input: Ten obligatory St. Olaf experiences

Madeline Altman, News Editor April 30, 2025

With graduation looming on the horizon, I have been spending a great deal of time reflecting on my last four years spent on the Hill. The product of many conversations with fellow seniors, this list encapsulates...

Mess Wars: Fall vs. Spring

Mess Wars: Fall vs. Spring

Ashlyn Wuench and Kathryn Looney April 30, 2025

FALLing for the ideal season By Ashlyn Wuench The wind whistles through the spaces between branches, the autumn leaves holding dozens of shades of reds, oranges, and yellows, mirroring the soft haze...

Take a break at Cottage Tearoom & Fare

Maya Betti, News Editor April 23, 2025

Nestled in Bridge Square, right before the River Walk, sits a soft green storefront adorned with painted hummingbirds and blooming florals. From the outside, Cottage Tearoom & Fare looks almost as...

Winter vs. Summer

Winter vs. Summer

Ryan Brentner and Kathryn Looney April 23, 2025

Winter — The only season that comes without bugs By Ryan Brentner When I put together a list of all the things I love in life — sleeping, family, hot drinks, holidays, cookies, and so much more...

Letter to the Editor: Entertainment off campus, the case for the St. Patrick’s Day darty

Ainsley Schafer, Contributing Writer March 26, 2025

To darty or not to darty, that is the question.  St. Patrick’s day serves as an excuse for young people across the country to party, socialize, and of course, wear green. Here at St. Olaf, flocks...

Less waste is the way to go

Lizzie Elsenpeter, Contributing Writer March 26, 2025

We’ve had a very interesting year of weather patterns and events in Minnesota, ranging from blizzards in March to almost no snow over the whole month of January, despite having sub-zero temperatures....

Ways to move through the world: Ranked

Kate Linggi, A&E Editor March 26, 2025

With spring break on the horizon, many of us are preparing to embark on some sort of travel — whether that be by car, plane, or even train. As someone who has experienced just about every form of transportation,...

The perks of being a wallflower… and a reader

The perks of being a wallflower… and a reader

Lucy Call, Copy Editor March 26, 2025

In honor of March being National Reading Month, I wanted to share a quick, easy, and impactful read with you. My favorite book genre is young-adult realistic fiction; though I’ve had many changing favorites...

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