African Americans are constantly stereotyped based on narratives from years ago. Why?  A stereotype is a belief about a group of people that is misrepresented or over-exaggerated to the point that it becomes harmful. For centuries, African Americans have been stereotyped in ridiculous ways, from what they eat to how they talk. This made me question whether these stereotypes have any truth to them or if they just come from ignorance. One of the most common stereotypes I hear i

An abridged emo history by decade, subgenre, band, and scene. GLOSSARY : Post-Hardcore : a punk rock subgenre that emerged in the mid-1980s, retaining the raw intensity and aggression of hardcore punk while introducing more complex structures, experimentalism, and melodic elements. Emo : a genre of cathartic punk/alt rock music derived from the hardcore genre known for its personal lyricism, loud/soft dynamics, and occasionally twinkly guitar work which all follow a distinct

Twas’ was the year of Pokémon Go, Snapchat filters (especially the dog filter – still a fan a decade later), Drake, and Stranger Things. But beyond chokers and trends, 2016 was a time when the future still felt open. Today, we live with a constant sense of dread; we carry stress on our shoulders instead of animal hats on our heads (IYKYK).  2016 was the peak area of social media just before being on social media turned into doom scrolling. Back then, you could simply log off

New Roads Fits, the once widely popular TikTok account, is now mostly unknown. What caused this drastic change? And is there a future in which the account is returned to its former glory? “Inclusive,” says Arden Bevilacqua.  “Espressive,” says Zoya Ahmad. “Creative,” says Remy Myer.  “Actual representation of the Jags,” says Madison Yvonne McMorrin-Watson. These are the words that come to mind when New Roads students think about the New Roads Fits TikTok account. New Roads Fi

The holidays are right around the corner, which means it's officially wishlist-making season. From fun gadgets to practical needs, here are some ideas that will make your list stand out.  For many people, wishlists aren't just about stuff. They are a way of expression. But every so often, inspiration stalls, and deciding what to put on your wishlist becomes its own kind of puzzle. If that sounds familiar, or you just need extra inspiration, this guide will help you craft the

Not right as in good. Right as in a never-ending conservative pipeline. ​My morning routine in 2020, like many others, consisted of this: wake up and instantly start posting political statements online. Fast forward to 2025, and after our last election, the culture is no longer leaning right; it has fallen. If you told me this after the 2020 election, I would’ve laughed. Loudly. And then blocked you. The crazy part though, is that it isn’t just the politics. It’s the vibes. T