Stories

Dancing the Vision: The Journey of Choreography 

By: Aby Gervais

Brenna Mosser is a dance artist in Minneapolis who blends her passions for dance and the environment to create engaging and thought-provoking dance pieces.

Alotta Shots but One at Life

By: Sofia Esparza 

Joshua Bilskemper spends his weekdays as a property manager in college housing. On the weekends, he’s in full drag, performing under the stage name Alotta Shots. 

Apollo to The Rescue

By: Kinsey Gade

University of Minnesota graduate shares her experience from attending to volunteering in the university’s Pet Away Stress and Anxiety program. 

Q&A with Goldstein Curator Jean McElvain

By: Ava Van Hofwegen

The preservation of fashion history and culture through the Goldstein’s growing collection

Building Community One Story at a Time

By: Lila Swedzinski

From book club members to fantasy buffs, the appeal of Little Free Library is far-reaching. 

Taekwondo Club Offers a Place for Community and Motion

By: Maya Bell

 The taekwondo club is an active club that offers people a chance to practice and meet new people.

Trust in the Grind

By: Raina Brewer

When Tara Wright offered to buy the coffee shop she had only been working at for six months — her bosses laughed at first — and then they told her to earn it.

The Radiant Baby Reborn

By: Sommer Wagen

Keith Haring-inspired graffiti tags have been appearing around campus and surrounding neighborhoods since last semester. How has his art, which is meant to be seen and take up space, stayed relevant 35 years since his death?

Odówaƞ lyápi: Reclaiming Identity through Dakota Word Songs

By: Ayla Jorgensen

University of Minnesota student Ava Grace finds her voice in writing poetry in the Dakota language.  

Takeout may Take Away From a Restaurant’s Experience

By: Isabella Caswell

Takeout is an easy option for customers who want to stay home. However, restaurants were created to be enjoyed sitting inside. 

Generations on Ice

By: Carter Dooner

The Minnesota High School Hockey Tournament equals sell-out crowds, unparalleled tradition.

Generative AI: A Curse or a Tool for the Future? 

By: Sophia Arndt

Students at the University of Minnesota express their concerns and excitement about the growing prevalence of generative AI in the art communities.

Scroll, Compare, Repeat: What is Digital Dysmorphia?

By: Ellie Tulkki

As social media and the rise of weight-loss drugs fuel unrealistic beauty standards, individuals are battling the harmful effects of digital dysmorphia.