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Opposing Column: Frightening costumes make Halloween more interesting

Anoushka Jena • October 31, 2025

Halloween has lost its nerve. What used to be a night of scares and suspense has become an endless spiral of angels, athletes, and the occasional vampire. The holiday that used to make heart rates spike...

Graphic Perspective: What happened to Halloween spirit?

Safiya Ilmudeen • October 21, 2024

As winter holidays approach, people should engage more in holiday cheer

Maddie Misterka • December 14, 2022

At midnight on Nov. 1, I routinely lay down and listen to two songs: Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You” and Straight No Chaser’s “12 Days of Christmas” holiday medley. Out of...

While holiday spirit can bring joy, it may have negative effects on mental health

Darshini Shankar • December 14, 2022

Every year, by the end of October, I see Christmas decorations taking the place of Halloween ones in stores like Costco and Target. Macy’s blasts Mariah Carey before Thanksgiving even approaches. The...

Pep Up for the Pep Rally: Students should maintain the homecoming spirit by appreciating the pep rally

Natalie Khamis • September 26, 2019

Homecoming has an odd effect on students. I have noticed that people seem happier during homecoming week as if they are excited about attending school for once in their lives. The time and creativity that...