In modern society, faith and the arts are often perceived as conflicting. However, there is a unique intersection in these two areas of devotion for those involved in their faith and the theatre. Growing up a devout Catholic with an avid enthusiasm for theatre, I’ve come to discover how these […]
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OPINION: Detroit Mercy would benefit from investing in local neighborhood
University of Detroit Mercy has an incredible opportunity to enhance and improve the McNichols campus for future generations. UDM should make a commitment to invest in the area. It would greatly improve student life and the community. By investing in the neighbourhood, UDM could increase attendance and become more competitive […]
OPINION: Apple Vision Pro impressive, but needs work
Apple’s latest tech is impressive and the best of its class, but a several thousand-dollar spend is not justified, at least not yet. In all fairness, I should begin by mentioning that I write this with a limited perspective of the Vision Pro. Frankly, augmented reality is not my expertise, […]
OPINION: Bob Marley biopic an inspiring musical journey
“Bob Marley: One Love” was an inspiring yet poignant film that factually implements an account of the historic life lived by Bob Marley. Through a rather rich lens of archived footage, real interviews and rather powerful music this film dives deep in Marley’s journey, starting with his humbling beginning in […]
OPINION: Expensive coffee can cause students issues
College students are no strangers to the strong need for a caffeine fix to power through endless lectures, assignments and late-night study sessions. Starbucks has become a staple for students at the University of Detroit Mercy. However, there has been talk about the increase in prices compared to a regular […]
OPINION: ‘Mean Girls’ has its moments but reviews are mixed
“Mean Girls” fans are ecstatic about the newest film that came out this January. This film is a 2024 American musical and teen comedy film starring Agnourie Rice, Reneé Rapp, Alui’i Cravalho and Christopher Briney and is produced by Lorne Micheals and Tina Fey. The film premiered on Jan. […]
OPINION: Seeing the differences between France and the United States
Since I can remember, a routine has never been something that was a real part of my life. Indeed, growing up in Paris, France, I cannot remember if I ever lived full time at a place whether it was with my parents or not for more than two years. At […]
Black History Month a time of reflection, celebration at UDM
Black History Month is celebrated in one of the most frigid months of the year, February. However, the celebration of freedom, equality and the achievement of African Americans must certainly bring some warmth and happiness in these bitter times. Black History Month is a fairly new celebration and wasn’t officially […]
Men’s basketball player details journey from France to Detroit
One of the most important things, if not the most important for me Alex Tchikou, a 21-year-old from Paris, France living in the United States as a student athlete for the University of Detroit Mercy, is to constantly make sure that all my paperwork related to my visa and scholarships […]
OPINION: The Challenge is the best reality TV
The Challenge is a reality competition television show that was created by MTV Studios. It is considered a franchise and is currently broadcasting its 39th season which is called “The Challenge: Battle for a New Champion.” Out of all the current reality shows, The Challenge is by far the most […]