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“Get Out” had me by the opening credits

3 March 2017
Caitlin Troutman
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By now most of you have probably heard about Jordan Peele’s horror debut “Get Out.” You’ve probably heard that it is funny, bone-chilling, subversive and…

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Artist Feature: Curtis Chapin

2 December 2016
Caitlin Troutman
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A lot of kids dream of being in a band, but most go only as far as singing into a hairbrush. Curtis Chapin, a senior…

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STEM students expand learning opportunities at conferences

18 November 2016
Caitlin Troutman
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When students think of science class, most probably don’t get too excited. However, the science departments at William Jewell College offer several opportunities for science…

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“Ouija”: not as bad as you’d expect

4 November 2016
Caitlin Troutman
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After the first “Ouija” movie, I didn’t really expect for there to be a second film. That trope-fest received abysmal reviews, but it must have done…

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Missouri Ballot Measures

28 October 2016
Caitlin Troutman
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While the media has focused mainly on the presidential election in the past year, there are several other important offices up for grabs and many…

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Mental Health in the Country and on Campus

21 October 2016
Caitlin Troutman
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On national average, the number of college students who have reported difficulty functioning at school due to poor mental health is at an all time…

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Student and Residence Life makes changes to student programming

7 October 2016
Caitlin Troutman
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This year, student organizations at William Jewell College have implemented several changes to student programming and the way that student events are held on campus. Ernie…

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The failure of public transportation in the United States and Kansas City

4 March 2016
Caitlin Troutman
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In many parts of the United States, including Kansas City, public transportation is not a viable option. American buses, subways and other modes of public…

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Reactions to Beyoncé’s “Formation”

19 February 2016
Caitlin Troutman
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The day before her Super Bowl half time performance with Coldplay, Beyoncé released her new song “Formation” with an accompanying video. Since then, controversy surrounding the…

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