April 2025 marks the 31st anniversary of Nas’ smashing debut album, “Illmatic” that came out on the 19 of April 1994. Rolling Stone ranked the album at number 44 of the list of 500 Greatest Albums of All Time in 2020 and also was selected by the Library of Congress for preservation in the National Recording Registry. This album has been recognized by writers and … Continue reading Memory Lane: The 31 year long legacy of “Illmatic”
Hastings College hosted its second annual Glow Crazy event on April 3, bringing a night of vibrant energy and live music to campus. Operation Glow partnered with the HC Student Association to put on the dance for all students to enjoy. By 9:00 p.m., students dressed in neon and began filling Kiewit Gymnasium. The event featured a live DJ, glow-in-the-dark paint, a laser show and … Continue reading Glow Crazy recap
Disney has started to create live actions of their Disney movies. Some of the live action films include “Cinderella,” “Aladdin,” “The Little Mermaid,” “Mulan” and one of my favorites, “Cruella.” Now this live action has sparked a lot of controversy before and after the film was produced. This classic 1937 Disney movie was the very first Disney princess to hit the screen and many people … Continue reading “Snow White” movie review
In an age increasingly defined by the rapid dissemination of information, the ability to distinguish fact from fiction has become not merely an academic exercise but a vital life skill. With misinformation and pseudoscientific claims proliferating across countless media platforms, cultivating scientific literacy is essential for both individual empowerment and the well-being of society at large. In a recent talk, Assistant Professor of Psychology Dr. … Continue reading Science as a candle in the dark
On Sept. 7, Kendrick Lamar announced that he would be performing for the 2025 Super Bowl Halftime show, which took place on Feb. 9 in New Orleans, La., bringing out SZA alongside him for a few of their collaborated songs on the set list. This Pulitzer Prize winner has made a very well established name for himself. Albums such as “Good Kid, M.A.A.D City” (2011) … Continue reading A televised revolution
Hastings College students are set to dance the night away as the campus prepares to host its second annual Glow Crazy provided by Operation Glow and HC Student Engagement. The party takes place in Kiewit Gymnasium on April 3 at 9:00 p.m. UV paint, a laser show, face glow, and a free concert will all be available to students attending the event. Sophomore Maria Merkel … Continue reading Glow Crazy 2025
As little as four years ago, the Hastings College golf program was struggling to find its footing in a competitive collegiate landscape. The growth of HC golf over the past four years has been remarkable. In 2020, the team was ranked 162nd in the nation. Fast forward to this season and that ranking has improved drastically. By Feb., the team was ranked 21st in the … Continue reading The Good Fight
On Feb. 21, a federal judge largely blocked the executive orders that President Donald Trump had signed to end government support for programs promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. According to AP News, U.S. district judge Adam Abelson in Baltimore, Md. granted a preliminary injunction blocking Trump’s administration from terminating or changing federal contracts considered equity-related. A preliminary injunction is a temporary relief that keeps the … Continue reading DEI Updates
Under the Trump Administration, the federal government issued an order that placed all staff for DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs and offices on paid leave effective on Jan. 23. According to AP News on Jan. 4, Trump gave the executive branch departments and agencies 60 days to eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion programs including all “Chief Diversity Officer” jobs, “equity action plans” and “environmental … Continue reading DEI Changes by Trump Administration
Whether he’s galloping around the field at Lloyd Wilson, leading chants at the Lynn Farrell Arena or making surprise appearances around the community, Bosco the Bronco brings spirit everywhere he goes. He’s a symbol of pride and tradition at Hastings College. Remaining anonymous, the individuals who bring Bosco to life dedicate themselves to various tasks. Bosco appears at athletic and admission events as well as … Continue reading Bosco the Bronco
