Opinion

Views from our reporters and editors.

Pentatonix Christmas album review

December 6, 2016 // 0 Comments

Acappella group Pentatonix is known for its spunky twists on covers. Arrangements are upbeat, sharp and diverse in tones, which each strongly mimic instruments. The five [...]

Des Moines newest pizza hot spot

November 10, 2016 // 0 Comments

After hearing all buzz surrounding Blaze Pizza, I decided to head there and try it for myself. From the moment I walked into their unique setup and atmosphere to the time I [...]

Soothingly electric: Regina Spektor

November 7, 2016 // 0 Comments

Unlike most, Spektor tends to add a little bit of funk into her otherwise calming music. She has an amazingly soothing voice and can easily make me want to go straight into [...]

Fruitful creations

November 3, 2016 // 0 Comments

Drinks, paint and good company: this is what a typical wine and canvas art class entails. Over the weekend, I attended a class at The Social Canvas in Waukee, and I was not [...]

Fall concert crash course

October 13, 2016 // 0 Comments

Concerts can be a big deal for anyone, whether it’s a major artist like Beyonce’ or Drake, or just your favorite local band. This fall, there will be many concerts in [...]

Denmark vs American pop culture

October 10, 2016 // 0 Comments

It’s about 7,010 km or, 4,356 miles from Vijle, Denmark to Des Moines. Across the Pond and to the North, 27 Danish students all 17+ embarked on a journey for a [...]

Food diary keeps dieters honest

October 7, 2016 // 0 Comments

Daily habits turn into a weekly routine, which can become your lifestyle. So what if the answer to your success or your goal physique included a daily diary? A study from the [...]

Recreational Drug Testing on College Athletes

April 25, 2016 // 0 Comments

Disclaimer: I am an athlete and I do not use drugs. But there are many athletes who do. According to an article from FoxSports, an athlete is suspended for using recreational [...]
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