The Gold Victory cast performs in the song "Leave it Behind". Photo by Jasmyne Ray. It’s a bright sunny day in 1950’s New Orleans, Louisiana when Marilee Montelimar comes to town to settle the estate…
“Love is all around”: My guide to Valentine’s…
By Ashlee Hall, Lifestyles Editor With New Years in the rearview and spring fast approaching, the dreaded by some and loved by others- Valentine's Day is upon us again. Whether you are in a…
In defense of Valentine’s Day
By Cady Inabinett For being a holiday about love, Valentine’s Day gets a lot of hate. There are many valid criticisms of Valentine’s Day. It’s overly consumeristic, with a 2020 report showing that Americans expected to spend, on average, $142 to celebrate;…
Spectrum talks healthy queer relationships
This meeting was an opportunity for members to discuss queer relationships and their many forms. Photo by Mercury Sapp For Valentine’s Day, UM’s gender/sexuality alliance student group, Spectrum, met to discuss a relevant topic: healthy queer relationships. Members…
Poets sound off in Valentine’s Day spoken word…
(Left to right) Jamie Haas, Natalie Roberts and Annika Bastian pose with their prizes, alongside Laura DeRocher, editor-in-chief for The Tower. Photo by Katy Barnes Poetry is one of the many staples of traditional Valentine’s…
Spotify Playlist- L’Amour
Listen here. “My Cherie Amour” - Stevie Wonder An oldie, but a goodie, Wonder piles all the warm and fuzzy feelings of a new crush into this track. From first glances and realizations of feelings to…
Hearts cry on Valentine’s Day
Photo courtesy of Silar Valentine’s Day is a holiday that has a history reaching far beyond romantic love. But since it is modernly a day to celebrate love, it’s astounding that people find themselves posting…