In defense of ink – The stigma surrounding tattoos is letting up, as it should be
I always wanted tattoos. My friends and I would spend hours brainstorming and sketching out our ideas, and yet none of mine ever came to fruition. Part of it was […]
Author: Lyndsie Kiebert
The Lumineers” upcoming album holds four years worth of promise
Bands go on hiatuses. It can be years between albums – years dappled with only single-song stints on movie soundtracks and sporadic Instagram posts declaring, “We”re back in the studio.” […]
Beneath the bleachers
“Hey Thomas, how did Stu get so good at football?” asked Bradley as he absent-mindedly fiddled with the hem of his gym shirt. Thomas grimaced at the mention of his […]
Down with Yeezy – New developments in Kanye West”s career are as outlandish and laughable as ever
In light of recent buzz within the realm of pop culture, something needs to be said. Kanye West is awful. To the readers who are completely outraged by such a […]
My father is a feminist – Feminism meets apprehension because the movement is misunderstood
My father is one of the most influential people in my life. He supports my endeavors – he”s always one of the first people to text me when one of […]
Fungi meet the festival – Molecular biologists to host “What Might Be Living In My Instrument?” workshop
When second year graduate student Theo White was an underclassman in the University of Idaho Marching Band, he said his trombone slide kept binding up. “So I took it apart, […]
Playlist fresheners – Discover a lesser-known artist based on the ones already known and loved
Listen to St. Lucia and M83? Try Young Empires The same high-energy indie and electronic trademarks heard in these two better established artists is showcased in the work of up-and-coming […]
Caught lube-handed
“Push harder,” Lacey moaned, her toes curled and breathe heavy. “There, is that working?” Dave asked, his muscles taut and slick. “We have to get this done, put your weight […]
Utilizing a helpful haven – Students should take advantage of the Counseling and Testing Center
In high school, I did it all – classes, sports, clubs, family time – and I did it well. When I got to college, I”d expected the same result. I […]
Better than chocolates – Having a song with your loved one is the single most romantic gesture
As I reflect on the most romantic moments in my short 20 years of life, the staples of modern love gestures aren”t present. There are no flowers, chocolates or jewelry. […]