In falls past, the word “mask” conjured up images of spooky skeletons, creepy clowns, and a variety of other disguises worn to costume parties or out trick-or-treating. When we hear the word mask now—even on Halloween—we most likely think of the face shields worn in public to guard against the spread of COVID-19. As the world adapts […]
Tomorrow is Halloween, and the spookiest part of the season is upon us. Unfortunately, many of the traditional pastimes, like Halloween parties and trick-or-treating are off-limits because of the COVID-19 pandemic. So, The Argus Features Team got creative and conjured up some COVID-safe Halloween ideas to keep the season as festive as possible. Pumpkin decorating Head on over to […]
This semester, with the reopening of the Usdan Marketplace came the loss of a renowned tradition: “Veg Out Tuesdays.” Veg Out Tuesday, formerly known as “Meatless Monday,” was started back in September 2015, when it was held every other week. It was then renamed Veg Out Tuesday in September 2016, following the creation of Veg Out, a student group […]
As the spookiest time of the year approaches, some members of The Argus Team bring you the best ways to get your spooky on this time of the month. The multiple cemeteries surrounding campus are no secret to thrill-seekers like us. We’re about to elevate your October spice beyond the classic PSL; let us guide […]
Gavin Willis ’21 claims to be afraid of posting on social media, yet his latest TikTok has 2.5 million views and over 370,000 likes. Willis’ clout doesn’t stop there. He also bragged to The Argus about how he went from zero to six hundred LinkedIn connections in a month. This social media star is a […]
I was two White Claws in when the notification popped up on my screen. It took me a couple of seconds to realize what I was seeing, but there it was: the rare and coveted apology email from a boy who had ghosted me last March. To clarify, I’ve known this person for a few […]
Like most organizations and departments on campus, the University’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) has had to completely rethink the way they engage with students this semester. While students used to be able to access mental health care and attend workshops in the CAPS office in Davison Health Center, services are now only available virtually. Despite […]
Content Warning: This article contains references to death that readers may find upsetting. The University’s Lock Shop Foreman, Sean Higgins, passed away suddenly on Friday, Sept. 25 at the age of 60. Higgins worked at the University for 16 years as part of the Physical Plant team. Higgins’ colleagues in Physical Plant, the Office of […]
With the onset of COVID-19 last semester, University students transitioned to a virtual form of religious and spiritual life. However, as students reacclimate to campus life this academic year, in-person religious gatherings and services have slowly begun alongside virtual events. The three available chaplains on campus—Jewish Chaplain and Office of Religious and Spiritual Life (ORSL) Director Rabbi […]
“We should grab a meal.” Whether it’s to catch up with your freshman year roommate, talk over material with a classmate, or meet up with your latest Tinder match, grabbing a meal is a sacred rite for University students. But the circumstances of this semester pose challenges to this hallmark of University culture. In the past, […]