Exploring ‘BookTok’: The Good and the Bad
Photo by Toa Heftiba via Uplash. BookTok is a dynamic and rapidly growing community on TikTok dedicated to all things literature. This vibrant platform allows…
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Brat Summer: The Resurgence of the Pop Girlies
Photo by Gustavo Spindula via Uplash. Redesigning Pop At the core of this resurgence is how pop stars have fundamentally redesigned the genre, blending sounds…
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Taylor Swift’s private jet usage begins to alienate fans on account of ethical concerns surrounding luxury travel
Taylor Swift has cultivated a dedicated base of fans, released music that resonates with diverse audiences around the world, and has been a catalyst for…
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“The Bachelorette” has finally cast the first Asian lead and why this matters
As a longtime fan of “The Bachelor” franchise, I anxiously awaited the announcement for who would be named the next “Bachelorette” in the Season 28…
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“Head Over Heels”: Here and Queer
On the weekend of April 8 , Jewell Theatre Company put on its spring show: the musical “Head Over Heels,” a jukebox musical featuring the…
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A Spring Guide to Kansas City
As the weather turns warmer, I have been looking for the perfect outdoor activities to celebrate spring, and the Kansas City area offers much to…
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2024-25 Editorial Staff applications open now
Do you want to be a part of The Hilltop Monitor next year? Staff applications are now open for the 2024-25 academic year. Scan the…
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