Author: Zack Tallent

Entertainment

Hey Check Out My Mixtape

ldquo;Hey check out my mixtape.”  It is the favorite joke of those trolls who find the sound of their own voices to be the most appealing thing to hear. The irony of it is that the online music sharing service SoundCloud makes it happen.   Not quite a streaming service but not quite […]

News

Then vs. Now

OTTAWA–In just four years at Ottawa University, the campus underwent a transformation that made it almost unrecognizable to those who have not been around recently. The seniors on campus have had the chance to see a fair share of changes in their four or more years here. But for those […]

Entertainment

5 Things to Know Before Seeing ‘Deadpool’

Pictured: Junior, Kaleb Furr on his second trip to "Deadpool" In its opening weekend, “Deadpool,” the newest superhero movie from Fox Studios, destroyed record after record along with being praised by the character’s fans and critics alike. There’s no denying that superhero films have become a genre of their own […]

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Relationships to Booty Calls

Photo by Rodney Latham OTTAWA–This past Wednesday evening, Ottawa University presented Relationships to Booty Calls in the Goppert Conference Room. This event was held for all students and was an opportunity for them to have questions answered by a panel of students, participate in polls and play in Battle of […]

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When It Comes to Breakfast

Photo by Ashley Alonzo OTTAWA–The breakfast burrito and the paninis are to be argued as the only enjoyable foods during the morning. However, there is still discomfort regarding the way those are made, as well as how often.  The main issue Gerardo Villarruel argues is that the eggs are not edible: Any time he feels like […]

Opinion

10 Reasons You Know You Go to OttawaU

Ottawa University students are unique simply because we all feel the same irreplaceable feeling when we think about our college experience.  Here are ten ways you know you go to Ottawa University in good ole Ottawa, Kansas.      1. Wait, where?  When students tell someone they go to Ottawa University, people say, “Oh, you mean you live in Canada?”  No, […]

Entertainment

Binge Netflixing

OTTAWA–Yum! Popcorn, candy and soda: everything we need to have the perfect movie night. Many have heard the reference of “Netflix and Chill,” which is supposed to be a joke on how to get in someone’s pants. Well, there is an underlying issue that may be misunderstood.   In 2007, Netflix launched […]

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Sibling Harmony

OTTAWA–We all have them, and if you haven’t, you have definitely heard the stories. Fights, mischief and all-around trouble are just a few of the perks of having siblings. Most people get to separate from their brother or sister after high school, but what if you didn’t?   Moving on to […]

Opinion

Taking on Tinder

Photo by Rodney Latham EDITORAL–“It’s like real life, but better,” is the popular slogan social app “Tinder” advertises before even entering the website. “Tinder” seems to be the little dark secret most college students hide on their cell phones and use in the dead of night without really talking about. Ever. […]

News

The New Barbie Awakens

Photo by Rodney Latham OTTAWA–Criticism to Barbie’s body has been an ongoing fight for the last 10 years. Despite Mattel including new hairstyles, skin colors and fashion trends, Barbie is still criticized for misrepresenting the "average woman." Although now, some people are pleased they finally have their Barbie.   Evelyn Mazzoco, senior vice president and global general […]