Taking a stand: America is transgender

A leaked memo recently obtained by the New York Times revealed that the Trump administration is considering a move that would define “transgender” out of existence.    The memo showed that the Department of Health and Human Services wanted to…

Review: “Stop, Kiss” a bittersweet experience

Native New Yorker Callie was portrayed by theatre major Marlena Elliot (left) and her love interest Sarah was played by theatre major Emily Perry. Photo by Katie Compton The University of Montevallo Theatre Department began their…

Revisiting childhood TV favorites

When reminiscing about things that made childhood so fun, one thing readily comes to mind: cartoons. As a child, it didn’t take much to pique my interest when it came to TV. Sit me in front of anything…

Opinion: No true winner at the US Open

The U.S. Open’s women’s singles final was supposed to be Naomi Osaka’s shining moment. At only 20-years-old, she earned the opportunity to play against Serena Williams, someone she views as her idol, for one of the…

Fish are friends, not party favors

On Sept. 19, the University Programs Council (UPC) will be hosting Fish Fest, where, according to their promotional flyers, live goldfish will be given away to event attendees. Those same flyers also advertise free decorations and,…

Freshman insights on the realities of college

My senior year of high school was by far one of the hardest years of my life. Not only do seniors have to deal with making good grades while balancing extracurriculars, friendships and jobs, we…

Summer stand-up comedy round-up

The world of stand-up comedy is one that is constantly in motion, fluid and ever-changing. For avid consumers of the artform it can sometimes feel as though new specials come in waves; and, just as one crests,…