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How BFSA is revamping scholars bowl for Black History Month

How BFSA is revamping scholars bowl for Black History Month

Lindsey Wilkinson | @lululindsey11, Contributing Writer January 31, 2021
You may remember scholars bowl competitions from high school. This February, the University's inaugural Black History Scholar Bowl Competition between area universities will add a twist to the age-old extracurricular.
What SOPHIE meant to the world of pop music

What SOPHIE meant to the world of pop music

Joshua LeBerte, Contributing Writer January 31, 2021
SOPHIE, the Scottish producer and pop pioneer, died Saturday. Both in her own music and in the songs she produced for others, like Madonna and Charli XCX, SOPHIE made her mark as a defining voice in the burgeoning hyperpop genre.
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How seniors and recent grads are dealing with COVID-era job searches

Maria Grenyo, Contributing Writer January 31, 2021
As COVID-19 continues to impact the job market, graduating students have to determine their next steps. One culture reporter spoke with students and recent alums to see how they're holding up under the pressure.
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Cultured | Jeffrey and Leah pronounce Bon Iver

In our second episode, Jeffrey and Leah talk about people who've never won a Grammy (stan Zubin Mehta), how to pronounce Bon Iver (bone eevare) and whether "Midsommar" is a good movie (honestly, who's to say).
Toni Collette stars in "Hereditary." Still courtesy of A24.

Review | These six streaming horror movies will keep you up all night

Joshua LeBerte, Contributing Writer January 27, 2021
Need something a little creepy to keep you up this weekend? This list of horror movies available on Amazon Prime Video has a little something for everyone, from zombie thrillers to slow burn gore fests.
The University's club tennis program is willing to mask up if that's what it takes to hit the court.

‘Remaining safe’: These are the plans student orgs have in place for spring

Maria Grenyo, Contributing Writer January 27, 2021
It's unclear when the University's moratorium on in-person events will end. But when it does, student organizations and club sports teams will be ready to mask up and meet up while others stick to Zoom.
'Take advantage': UA career specialists advise students to try it all

‘Take advantage’: UA career specialists advise students to try it all

Tara Davenport | @tara_davenport, Staff Reporter January 24, 2021
Not going to graduate school? Then apparently, you have to find a job. The University's job hunting experts lay out their best advice in a new culture story.
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Cultured | Jeffrey & Leah decide to stan Sabrina Carpenter

Jeffrey and Leah christen "Cultured," The CW's new podcast from the culture desk. Our hosts talk "Bridgerton," Leona Lewis, celebrity baby names and why Olivia Rodrigo makes them feel out of touch.
How dance students are making the city their stage

How dance students are making the city their stage

Mariah Kravitz, Contributing Writer January 24, 2021
In light of the COVID-19 guidelines, the Department of Theatre and Dance had to push boundaries and rethink ways of depicting their annual fall Dance Alabama! event, which is traditionally a live performance.
Members of No Strings Attached practiced in small subgroups to follow COVID-19 protocols. Photo courtesy of Madison Dunn Photography.

All Together Now: How campus a cappella groups are making music and forging communities

Annabelle Blomeley, Staff Reporter January 24, 2021

Whether you’re a “Pitch Perfect” fan or not, there’s no doubt that a cappella groups have been thrown into the spotlight in recent years. Armed with only their voices, a cappella groups at The...

Never be late to class again: Easy tips and tricks for navigating campus

Never be late to class again: Easy tips and tricks for navigating campus

Annabelle Blomeley, Staff Reporter January 20, 2021
One of the most difficult parts of adjusting to college life is trying to navigate the buildings and campus, especially when you’re new to the area. Here are some tips and tricks that can ensure that you have the confidence to go anywhere on campus that you need to.
CW / Hannah Saad & Leah Goggins

Everything you need to know about becoming a first-time couponer

Autumn Taylor, Contributing Writer January 20, 2021
College students have a tendency to be broke. But new apps and an optimistic attitude can go a long way to stretching your budget—just try to think of it as new age couponing.