Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. American film and television, especially that which is geared at young people, works its way into everyday discussion at a remarkable pace. Phrases like “XOXO Gossip Girl” and the “thirteenth reason” … [Read more...] about Opinion: The Coming-of-Age Genre Needs a Change
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Review: Magdalena Bay Release 2024’s Best Album Yet
Transparency item: A review provides an informed and opinionated critique. These informed critiques are published to make a recommendation to readers. This review is the opinion of the writer.When one hears an album as ethereal as “Imaginal Disk,” it's a solemn reminder of how magical music can be. Released on Aug. 23 by Magdalena Bay, the Los Angeles-based … [Read more...] about Review: Magdalena Bay Release 2024’s Best Album Yet
Good News: Appreciate the Beauty of Cartoons
When I think of the best birthday gifts I’ve ever received, one that jumps to the front of my mind is when my grandmother gave me “The Best DVD In the World *At this Moment in Time*” for my 10th birthday. This sensational DVD lived up to the name as it consisted of 16 episodes of one of the greatest cartoons to ever grace this earth: "Regular Show." I spent countless hours … [Read more...] about Good News: Appreciate the Beauty of Cartoons
Opinion: Appreciate Handmade Items and Practice Creativity
Transparency Item: This is an advice column that rotates writers and is based on new topics each week. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Imagine a world in which everything was the same — every person driving the same car, wearing the same clothes, eating the same food and smiling the same way.There would be no creativity, no art, no life — at least, … [Read more...] about Opinion: Appreciate Handmade Items and Practice Creativity
Defining the Undefinable
Pictured: Adian Imbrogno-Mastin Photos by Anastasia Condolon | Photo illustration by Isabella Teague Beauty is a quality that has no boundaries, no objective definition. Everyone has a different perception of what beauty is — perhaps that in itself is beautiful. “Beauty is something that makes the world seem more full to you,” said Amanda Cooper, a senior Creative … [Read more...] about Defining the Undefinable
