From traditions like matching dyed hair to pasta parties, being an athlete seems nothing but fun. However, to fully understand the weight many student athletes carry on a day-to-day basis, we must shift our focus away from the roars of the crowd, behind the trophies and beyond the end-of-season Instagram posts. Beneath the seemingly perfect surface can lie a bigger, often unheard struggle – mental...

With a big personality and a contagious smile, postgraduate Andreas Bello celebrated his graduation from the Community Access Program (CAP) on June 11.  Bello has demonstrated significant development throughout his time in CAP. As a freshman, he was much more reserved and had trouble controlling his emotions, but he has grown into a well-rounded individual who is more than ready to take on any...

Through strength and grace combined with a hoop, ball, some clubs and a ribbon, freshman Amy Zhang has competed in rhythmic gymnastics at international tournaments alongside her team.  Zhang, who recently earned a bronze medal for her ribbon routine at an international competition in Canada, was playful as a child and liked to stay active which initially led her to ballet and artistic gymnastics....

With its stunning visuals and moving story, it’s no surprise that “Ne Zha 2” (2025) is the highest-grossing animated film of all time (and the fifth highest-grossing film ever), earning $2.1 billion since its January 2025 release. This Chinese film has shattered all expectations of Eastern media, proving the East is by no means lacking in comparison to Hollywood. The story begins immediately...