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Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

Since 1923 • For a greater Loyola

The Maroon

OPINION: My ins and outs for 2024

OPINION: My ins and outs for 2024

Abigail Schmidt February 23, 2024

Welcome to 2024, where we are ringing in some new styles, saying bye to old styles, and (finally) sick of Harry Styles. And corn. I have compiled a list of my predictions and implementations for this year,...

EDITORIAL: Loyola should prioritize sexual health and awareness

EDITORIAL: Loyola should prioritize sexual health and awareness

Lizzy Hadley, Op/Ed Editor February 23, 2024

Everyone knows the iconic “Mean Girls” scene where Coach Carr comedically declares, “Don’t have sex because you will get pregnant and die” in front of a chalk board that reads “safe sex is...

Protest in honor of Palestine, in Barcelona, Spain on Oct. 26, 2023.

OPINION: Studying abroad enriches your education

Violet Bucaro, Copy Editor February 23, 2024

I’ve always heard good things about studying abroad – how it changes you and your independence, expands your mind, grants you new experiences, allows you to meet new people, explore new cultures,...

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COLUMN: I almost missed my graduation

Dajah Saul, The Wolf Editor February 23, 2024

I almost missed my graduation. Scratch that – I almost missed my only opportunity to walk in graduation, but let me explain. Because I’m finishing my degree in December 2024, within the 2024-2025...

COLUMN: Neoliberalism is the only “cure” for inflation in Argentina

Chris Maldonado, Columnist February 23, 2024

The economic future of Argentina grows dimmer with each passing day of the Milei president. For the blissfully unaware, Argentina is currently in the midst of one of the worst periods of inflation that...

OPINION: New Orleans music can reinvigorate anyone

OPINION: New Orleans music can reinvigorate anyone

Ryan Kuhn February 2, 2024

New Orleans music is a culture. It’s an energy surrounding all aspects of New Orleanian life, from buskers at every street corner in the French Quarter, to the brass bands and traditional jazz groups...

EDITORIAL: Students need financial support

EDITORIAL: Students need financial support

Lizzy Hadley, Op/Ed Editor February 2, 2024

An average day for a college student: 7:00 a.m.: Wake up to start the day. 7:15 a.m.: Review the day's schedule. 7:30 a.m.: Head to the first job. The morning shift. 10:00 a.m.: Rush back...

OPINION: Mean Girls The Musical is the best adaptation

OPINION: “Mean Girls The Musical” is the best adaptation

Dajah Saul, The Wolf Editor February 2, 2024

Here’s my controversial take: “Mean Girls The Musical,” debuting on stage in 2018, is the best adaptation and use of the 2004 comedic classic, “Mean Girls.” Before you invade my ideas with...

EDITORIAL: Loyola students deserve diversity in programming

EDITORIAL: Loyola students deserve diversity in programming

Laci Barrow, Photo Editor January 26, 2024

Programming is the heartbeat of our college experience. Whether it's spotting a flyer on campus or receiving a personal invite, it sparks plans that lead us to build our community and connect with others....

Homer Plessy float rolls by during intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus parade on Jan. 20, 2024

COLUMN: Parade-mania begins with Chewbacchus

Chris Maldonado, Assistant Op/Ed Editor January 26, 2024

There was a buzz in the air that felt immediately palpable during the streetcar ride towards the Central Business District. Accompanied by two friends, I was ready to re-initiate myself into the “parade...

OPINION: Destin Conrad’s new album redefines R&B

OPINION: Destin Conrad’s new album redefines R&B

Ajania Thaxton January 26, 2024

Typically, when you think of R&B artists from our generation, artists like Summer Walker, Kehlani, SZA, Brent Faiyaz, Lucky Daye, and Ambré come to mind. Destin Conrad’s album, “Submissive,”...

OPINION: Found family trope transforms literature

OPINION: Found family trope transforms literature

Kai Wittke January 26, 2024

The found family trope has always been one of my favorite tropes in literature. The found family trope is when a group of people form their own family. This is usually done through shared experiences and...

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