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The Appalachian

Leahs Lens: #TBT, The Appalachian style

Leah’s Lens: #TBT, The Appalachian style

Leah Boone, Opinion Editor February 13, 2024

The Appalachian has been around for 90 years and has evolved in many ways; more writers, better coverage, longer papers and an online version. However, there are some things that remain the same, no matter...

OPINION: Platonic love is underrated

OPINION: Platonic love is underrated

Courtney Quinton, Opinion Writer February 13, 2024

Love is in the air this beautiful February season. When people hear February and love, our minds automatically go to Valentine’s Day and a partner to spend it with. Why? Valentine’s Day is a beautiful...

OPINION: Valentines Day is too commercialized

OPINION: Valentine’s Day is too commercialized

Madison Nance, Opinion Writer February 12, 2024

Valentine’s Day is known for its cliche yet thoughtful gifts given to people by those who care for and love them. Teddy bears, roses, chocolate and anything else stereotypically categorized as “lovey...

OPINION: Realistic romance has disappeared from TV

Bella Lantz, Associate Opinion Editor February 12, 2024

Romance reality TV shows are great when you want to sit down at the end of the day and watch someone else’s dating life unfold. Many of these shows have been incredibly popular throughout the years,...

Leah’s Lens: The foundation of art Americans often forget

Leah Boone, Opinion Editor February 12, 2024

Black History Month is a celebration well known across the country, with events being held in many states to honor the importance and meaning of the month. There are many ways in which February is dedicated...

OPINION: The attack on Black history

OPINION: The attack on Black history

Emily Escobedo Ramirez, Opinion Writer February 11, 2024

Editor’s Note: This article contains a description of a historical event that mentions rape. Black History Month, launched by Carter G. Woodson, was originally known as Negro History Week in 1926...

App States add/drop period should have been extended

App State’s add/drop period should have been extended

El Shedrick, Opinion Writer February 7, 2024

Imagine having to decide whether to drop a class after being unable to attend at all in person or only attending in person once. This was the reality for a lot of students this year. App State’s spring...

OPINION: Campus kiosks are not an improvement

OPINION: Campus kiosks are not an improvement

Kaylie Morales, Opinion Writer February 5, 2024

There has been a rise in the use of technology to benefit the American fast-food experience. Kiosks have become popular in these restaurants and are making their way into App State’s campus dining. This...

Leah’s Lens: The 21st century’s biggest rip-off

Leah Boone, Opinion Editor February 3, 2024

Picture this: It is a beautiful wintry Sunday in Boone, and you have completed your homework. You decide nothing would be better than a day of watching all your favorite movies. You start off with a classic,...

Hijabi Hot Takes: Take boycotting seriously

Hijabi Hot Takes: Take boycotting seriously

Nadine Jallal, Opinion Writer January 31, 2024

A common sentiment surrounding the current political and social climate of the U.S. is that individuals cannot impact change. Many Americans may think there is nothing an individual can do that could change...

OPINION: App State needs nap pods

OPINION: App State needs nap pods

Bella Lantz, Associate Opinion Editor January 29, 2024

Naps: the activity that most students partake in, yet still one not recognized by some universities. When people think of naptime, elementary school naps immediately pop into their heads. However, college...

Leahs Lens: The Oscars are not Kenough

Leah’s Lens: The Oscars are not ‘Kenough’

Leah Boone, Opinion Editor January 24, 2024

The 2024 Oscars nominations are here, and saying people are disappointed is an understatement. The Oscars have been around since 1929, and it is one of the most watched awards ceremonies. Today, almost...

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