OPINION: What it means to be a Vandal
I chose UI for solidarity and I wouldn't have it any other way

To all Vandals out there, new and old, past and future: never lose your passion. Never let anyone take your voice from you. And if you ever feel broken or empty, we are here for you.

A new year, a new semester, a new Argonaut
How The Argonaut plans to give back to our community next semester

I have loved my time at The Argonaut and through these changes I hope we can continue giving the same experiences I have loved to our staff, and continue the legacy of community service through journalism within our community.

What does it mean to be queer?
My journey to determining my sexual freedom

I have always struggled with my sexual identity. Nothing seemed to fit. Throughout the years, I have identified with bisexual, demisexual, lesbian and gay. I have cycled through all of these, but none feel right.

Vinyl to overtake CDs in sales
Why is vinyl making a comeback decades later?

Whether you’re an audiophile, a casual music lover or one who doesn’t buy vinyl, it can be argued the resurgence of vinyl is a great reality for music, businesses and communities alike.

Choosing mindfulness: finding the path that works best for you
Being mindful may be a way to cope with your busy life

If anyone wants to practice mindfulness, they need to understand that everyone is different, and it may take time to find what’s best for you. This is a big benefit of the drop-in mindfulness session and apps like Headspace. Having that guidance will give you a good starting point to understand what is best for you.

Suspense over gore
Television series

When I heard “You” was picked up for a second season, I was a little torn. I enjoyed the storyline and the suspense of the show, but I knew things were going to be different. One of the show’s creators, Sera Gamble, said the show will be “gorier and scarier than anything in season one.” There’s nothing wrong with gory horror. While it’s not my cup of tea, it may resonate more with others.

OPINION: The value of controversy
We talked extensively about politics last issue, but why is it so important?

Uncomfortable conversations — like the impeachment debate — need to happen. How can we claim to value diversity and varying opinions when there is a culture of silence surrounding the things that matter most?