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"Maybe my heart didn't grow three sizes, but I found space for Christmas cheer before the Thanksgiving season finished." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Schweiger: Why I no longer reject Christmas before Thanksgiving

Gavin Schweiger, Photography Editor December 11, 2024

I celebrate Christmas, and I love it. But, Thanksgiving is definitely my favorite holiday (a take I understand is unpopular), but I always enjoyed the atmosphere of Christmas, especially in the weeks...

"But amidst this joy, I’ve often wondered: why don’t all holidays get the time and appreciation they deserve?" - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Cohen: Where’s the holiday spirit?

Brendan Cohen, Graphics Editor December 11, 2024

As the holiday season gains momentum, it’s impossible not to notice the cheerful spirit spreading through our communities. The holidays have always been a time for connection, a season when people come...

"The quantity over quality mindset may not sound so bad until you see the effect it is having on us financially, as well as the environment." - Graphics Editor / Brendan Cohen

Fogg: Quality over quantity for this holiday season

Gabriel Fogg, Staff Writer December 11, 2024

The holiday season is once again upon us, and with it comes holiday light shows, music being force-fed to you, and the hustle and bustle of scrambling to get satisfactory gifts for those you care about....

Britt's white Christmas tree featuring a Star of David ornament. - Staff Writer / Paige Britt.

Britt: Remember to acknowledge the holidays that aren’t Christmas

Paige Britt December 6, 2023

'Tis the season for Christmas trees, Christmas lights, and Christmas music. Santa Claus, reindeer, and elves can be found displayed throughout homes and retail stores. Twinkling red and green lights are...

Student University Programmers hosted its 55th Annual Holiday Helper on Monday, Nov. 15, 2021 - Photo via Pixabay.com

Student University Programmers Hosts 55th Annual Holiday Helper Auction

Arianna Adan November 17, 2021

The favored annual auction event hosted by the Student University Programmers was hosted again this year on Monday, Nov. 15. The 55th Annual Holiday Helper Auction was a virtual setting this year, but...

This week's Student Diary discusses finding yourself and fear of the unknown - Managing Editor / Tara Lonsdorf

Student Diary: How to Make the Most of the Holiday Season During a Pandemic

Helena Perray November 17, 2020

With the holidays approaching, most of us are thinking of celebrations from years past—ones that may have consisted of large gatherings with friends and family, and themed social events. Although the...

Image by Tori Balik

Every Whit Way: Episode 7 – Our Thanksgiving Special

The Whit Staff November 28, 2019

Thanksgiving is this week so it’s only appropriate that the Every Whit Way crew dive into the history of the holiday and it’s place in the American mind set. From the famous Pilgrim-Native American...

-Photo courtesy of pixabay.com

Heller: Don’t go bankrupt for Christmas

Alexander Heller November 28, 2018

You can call me a Grinch all you want, but I’m sick of Christmas. For the past five Christmases me, and others like me have been struggling to find the time and money to do Christmas shopping for our...

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McCray: Thankfulness

Brianna McCray November 22, 2018

Thanksgiving can be a haven for a college student since it comes as finals loom for the fall semester. This can be a time for students to get a home-cooked meal and see their hometown friends. Many of...

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