Growing up in Detroit, you learn real quick that loyalty runs deep — especially when it comes to our sports teams. We don’t jump ship when things get rough. We ride it out. That’s what being a Detroiter is all about: sticking with it, even when it’s hard. So, when […]
Author: Orlando Lovejoy
OPINION: ‘Conclave’ relevant to all backgrounds
As a 21-year-old Black man navigating college, identity and life in a society that constantly challenges who you are and who you’re becoming, I didn’t expect “Conclave” — a film about cardinals choosing the next pope — to resonate with me. But surprisingly, it did. Directed by Edward Berger and […]
Detroit Mercy leading scorer explains decision to return
As I sit back and reflect on my journey, I realize how much basketball has shaped who I am. It’s been a crazy ride full of ups, downs and unexpected turns. But after much thought and countless conversations with my family, coaches and teammates, I made the decision to enter […]
OPINION: It’s been an unpredictable college basketball season
As I think about the 2024-2025 men’s basketball season, I feel both excited and curious. This year has had its fair share of surprises, big wins and frustrating losses. Through it all, one thing stands out: this season has been all about growth, learning and teams figuring out what works […]
OPINION: New Netflix documentary exposes systematic adoption issues
Netflix’s “Into the Fire: The Lost Daughter” is a powerful documentary about the heartbreaking story of Aundria Bowman, a young girl who vanished after being adopted by a family with dark secrets. The film focuses on Cathy Terkanian, Bowman’s biological mother, and her tireless search for the truth about her […]