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The Appalachian

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...

Leah's 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...

Letter to the Editor: Opioid use on college campuses

Letter to the Editor: Opioid use on college campuses

Ashlyn Bartlett January 23, 2024

As we have seen over the past several decades, opioid prescriptions are on the rise. Subsequently, we are also seeing increased overdose deaths from these opioids. According to the CDC, an estimated 79,770...

OPINION: Snow driving etiquette 101

OPINION: Snow driving etiquette 101

Bella Lantz, Associate Opinion Editor January 21, 2024

Winter is now in full swing and snow continues to fall like there is no tomorrow. Last year Boone did not receive as much snow as originally anticipated, causing many college students and locals to be...

Letter from the editor: An Appalachian anniversary

Letter from the editor: An Appalachian anniversary

Jenna Guzman, Editor-in-Chief January 18, 2024

Happy 2024 Mountaineers and loyal readers!  As we enter 2024, The Appalachian celebrates its 90th anniversary. Although our official anniversary date is in October, we will be celebrating all year...

OPINION: App State needs to improve

OPINION: App State needs to improve

Bella Lantz, Associate Opinion Editor January 17, 2024

App State has grown significantly throughout the years. The most well-known instance is App State being founded in 1899 as a training school for teachers, while now having over 150 undergraduate programs....

OPINION: Seasonal depression sucks - here's how to cope

OPINION: Seasonal depression sucks – here’s how to cope

El Shedrick, Opinion Writer January 16, 2024

Seasonal Affective Disorder, appropriately named SAD, is a condition that millions of people suffer from each year, predominantly during the winter season. College students experiencing seasonal depression...

Leah's Lens: Opinion journalism takes the cake

Leah’s Lens: Opinion journalism takes the cake

Leah Boone, Opinion Editor January 15, 2024

Opinions make the world go round. Whether it is something mundane, like chocolate ice cream being better than strawberry, or something much more serious, like abortion rights, your opinion is important....

COLUMN: Losing baggage after a semester in Spain

COLUMN: Losing baggage after a semester in Spain

Mitchell Norris, Opinion Writer January 14, 2024

Having expectations for the future is overrated. It is much more exciting to go into the next experience with an open heart and mind, putting your best self out there and riding the thrills of the ensuing...

COLUMN: We're girls

COLUMN: We’re girls

Bella Lantz, Associate Opinion Editor January 5, 2024

You read the title and were hoping that the answers to all questions about girls were written down. Did you really think that girls could be summed up in one article? Well, the answer is no, girls can...

OPINION: 5 New Year practices to try out

OPINION: 5 New Year practices to try out

Emily Escobedo Ramirez, Director of Marketing & Engagement December 30, 2023

The beginning of a new year sparks newfound excitement for many, as it is a blank slate full of possibilities. Whether it is traveling, career opportunities or personal revelations, the thought of one...

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