Head to head: in response to Miley Cyrus’ dreadlock hairstyle
PARIS FRANKLIN
Copy Editor
franklpm@plu.edu
Editor’s note: For the sake of the argument, Paris is identifiying as white, female feminists.
Every person living in a free society has a right to enjoy their own...
Insatiable: insensitive or misunderstood?
By: Marsia Johnson
Netflix premiered a new series this summer called Insatiable, following the story of a “former fatty” who got skinny and seeks revenge on the people who bullied her through beauty pageants. Aside...
Embrace neighborhood clean up efforts
By Tahlia Terhune
Lakewood, and much of Tacoma, is not always recognized for being a well-kept neighborhood.
While there are undoubtedly beautiful views to be seen from the city we call...
Donate blood. “No homo.”
Paris Franklin, Copy Editor
A blood drive was held on campus on September 21
and 22 in Red Square, but certain Lutes were not able to participate.
“I don’t know a whole lot...
The Oxford comma: is it necessary?
Natalie Elskamp
Staff Reporter
Ask a writer if they think pineapple belongs on pizza, and they will probably have an opinion to share. Ask a writer whether or not it is...
A spectrum of identities
NAYONNI WATTS;Â Guest Writer;Â wattsna@plu.edu
I think any person from a marginalized group can speak about how difficult it can be to advocate for themselves, especially if they’re a part of a...
One Body: A response to Nicole Arbur’s “Dear Fat People”
Rachel Dixon, Guest Writer
The body positivity campaign is a widespread movement for the social acceptance of all different body types and figures.
Nicole Arbour’s controversial YouTube video, “Dear Fat People” has...
Christmas is still a religious holiday
By Brooke Wolfe, Staff Writer
Christmas is rooted in the religious traditions of the holiday. Even activities that non-religious families take part in still have religious meaning.
Church services, adapted advent...