Reagan Gardenhour

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Once Upon a Mattress: A review

Shippensburg University’s Acting Group presented the musical “Once Upon a Mattress” in the Memorial Auditorium this weekend.  The cast of about a dozen actors took to the stage to perform the show, which originally ran on Broadway in 1959 and again in 1996, and the commitment to their roles was evident. 


The best of both worlds

During my childhood, I had always felt drawn to the Disney Channel show “Hannah Montana.” One of my biggest inspirations is Miley Cyrus, but I never knew the genuine reason I cared so much. Of course I knew that she was talented, individualistic and, to some, a role model. Nevertheless, I had other people I felt this way about, but none of them influenced me quite the way that Miley Cyrus did. So why was I so fascinated? 


Solstice Expectations

Each year, humans experience solstices and equinoxes that lead to a form of anxiety in one way or another. As we inch closer to summer, there are many unrealistic expectations that our society depends on in regard to fully participating in the solstice. It is important to discuss why these social precedents are unrealistic. There are many different ways to have a good summer that do not include preconceived ideas of fun. 


Fashionably Slate: Coachella Weekend

You’ve probably heard about the infamous annual Coachella festival that happens every April. It is a fantastic omen to a great summer, and many people take the preparation, fashion, and experience seriously. 


Drake: Jumbotron was poppin'

Drake’s most recent tour, “Big as the What?” was an unbeatable experience for many. Throughout the nine months of the tour, Drake has had many additional performers for his concerts that people have enjoyed.  On March 31, Drake brought Lil Wayne on the stage. Both rappers have had an enormous impact from generation to generation, as they have been around for decades. Their lyricism is inspirational and they encompass rare entertainment skills. The ability to watch them do what they love is special.


Steph Tonneson: Welcome to the real world

Media influencer Stephanie Tonneson came to Shippensburg on Monday to speak with students about difficult topics like success, addiction, mental illness and self-reliance.  


Balance: Free time or me time

 During a difficult transition from teenager to adult, there are several misunderstandings about how to manage responsibilities and mental stabilities.