Over the past year, the COVID-19 pandemic devastated the country, and yet with the worst presumably behind us, marginalized populations continue to take the brunt…
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The Smallest Hill: Zoos are overrated
For many people, going to the zoo was a vital part of their childhood and created lifelong memories. It is time to recognize that zoos…
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Senior Feature: The Hilltop Monitor
With the 2020-21 academic year coming to a close, The Hilltop Monitor honors its senior staff members, who each have taken time to reflect upon…
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Book Review: Linda Hirshman’s “Sisters in Law”
Linda Hirshman’s novel, “Sisters in Law: How Sandra Day O’Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg Went to the Supreme Court and Changed the World,” follows the…
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AFE: Men’s fashion thrives on the Hill
This year on the Hill, men’s fashion has been turning heads and serving looks. Although online classes have reduced the number of students on campus,…
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College stress culture and the glorification of “being busy”
Most college students are no strangers to long hours at the library, lengthy study sessions before exams and general stress regarding academic and personal issues.…
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Hate crimes rise against the Asian American Pacific Islander community
Due to COVID-19, hate crimes against members of the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community have increased exponentially. This xenophobia stems from Americans who hold…
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Vaccine Deserts in Missouri
Missouri’s COVD-19 vaccination plan has come under fire lately due to a vaccine shortage. Although the tiered process prioritizes the elderly and individuals with underlying…
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Five Books That Have Impacted Me
As a self-proclaimed avid reader, many books have influenced my worldview and helped me understand my identity. I’ve learned so much about different cultures and…
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