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Donald Trump and the 2024 Election

16 February 2024
Alee Dickey
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Since 2016, our news feeds have been dominated by the presence of former President Donald Trump. As he reenters the political arena, eyeing the 2024…

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Top five restaurants in the Greater Kansas City Area to take your date this Valentine’s Day

9 February 2024
Brian J. Bartels
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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner! Whether or not you celebrate, who doesn’t deserve a date night (or a simple night out) every now…

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The Hilltop Monitor 2023, Issue 7

28 October 2023
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AI: More than just an “essay-generator”

8 September 2023
Alee Dickey
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Gone are the days when having a robot do your homework was something out of a science fiction novel. Whether you’re using ChatGPT, Google Bard…

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Fat straw required: Best boba places to try out

28 April 2023
Zach Gilmore
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Bubble tea, also known as boba milk tea, is a refreshing drink favored by many. For those who enjoy tea yet want something with a…

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Opinion: Everyone can, and should, be vegan

18 November 2022
Brian J. Bartels
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Veganism is the belief that animals should not be killed, harmed or exploited for human gain, and the decision to reflect that belief in your…

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Opinion: The best of The Beak

16 September 2022
Koda Rose
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As a new student at William Jewell College, one of the first things I noticed was the popularity of The Beak. For those who don’t…

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A View from the Hill

19 November 2021
Zachary Dube
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As always, Washington has been hectic. Here is what you need to know in a snapshot.  On Nov. 15, President Joe Biden held a virtual…

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Letter to the Editor: College Republicans

23 April 2021
From the Reader
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This letter was submitted to The Hilltop Monitor by Calvin Heit, president of College Republicans and first-year Oxbridge institutions & policy and international relations major.…

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