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Market Madness!

Market Madness!

Zach Cesarini, Reviews Editor September 6, 2024

With the Pepsi invasion fully complete, snacks and sweet treats alike look a little different nowadays. The Market and its neighboring stores were ground zero of the (admittedly not so hostile) corporate...

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Sabrina Carpenter’s “Short n’ Sweet”: Humor, Heartbreak, and Hits

Francisco Esteves, Digital Director September 6, 2024

When Sabrina Carpenter dropped her smash single “Espresso” in April 2024, few could have predicted that it would become not only her biggest hit to date but also the anthem of the summer. As the world...

EDITORIAL: Loyola has a choice to make with Title IX

EDITORIAL: Loyola has a choice to make with Title IX

Aaron Covin, Opinions Editor August 30, 2024

Louisiana has joined a growing list of states challenging the Biden administration’s expansion of Title IX protections to include LGBTQ+ individuals. This lawsuit isn't just about legal technicalities;...

OPINION: RFK Jr.'s brainworm deserved better

OPINION: RFK Jr.’s brainworm deserved better

Mary Palma August 30, 2024

Last week, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the controversial independent presidential candidate, shocked many by suspending his campaign and endorsing Donald Trump.  He announced his endorsement at an Arizona...

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“Kneecap”:CA loud and poignant cinematic bullet fired for freedom

Chris Maldonado August 30, 2024

Irish rap bursts onto the silver screen in the new semi-biographical dramedy film, “Kneecap,” chronicling the beginning of the titular rap trio and their place within the longstanding troubled political...

Stephen Still celebrates during a game. Courtesy of Loyola University New Orleans Athletics Department

Alum goes pro, leaves mark on Loyola baseball

Matthew Richards, Executive Editor August 30, 2024

Very few college athletes ever get the chance to play their sport at a professional level. Former Loyola pitcher Stephen Still got to make that dream a reality when he signed with the Grand Junction Jackalopes...

Uptown celebrates Midsummer Mardi Gras with flamboyant parade

Anna Seriot August 30, 2024

In eager participation of Mardi Gras, Uptown organized the annual Midsummer Mardi Gras parade last Saturday. With costumes, choreography, music and socializing, the parade won over locals and tourists...

Members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. (Eta Theta Chapter) and Sigma Gamma Rho, Sorority, Inc. (Epsilon Sigma Chapter)  pose at "Letters in the Quad" Greek life event in the Peace Quad on Aug. 26. Over a dozen chapters attended the event organized by CPC President Asia Riddle.

Historically Black sororities foster service and community

Eloise Pickering and Isabella Castillo August 30, 2024

Loyola is home to 16 Greek letter organizations, each with its own unique service-based mission, as well as a mission to promote growth, community, and education.  Some Greek organizations are a part...

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“Deadpool” & “Wolverine:” Pure Absurdity

Zach Cesarini, Reviews Editor August 30, 2024

“What the hell am I watching?” I gawked to myself as I threw my hands up in the stagnant movie theater air. Still processing what I had just witnessed and was continuing to witness, I knew that I was...

DJ: Zev Russ (left) and Kenneth Preyear (right) share a moment behind the DJ booth during a set at a pajama themed rave at Black and Gold Wash and Fold on 08/24/2024.

PJs and DJs: Students attend pajama-themed laundromat rave

Taylor Falgout, The Wolf Creative Director August 30, 2024

Neon lights and a DJ booth replaced the usual hum of washing machines at Black and Gold Wash and Fold in New Orleans on Saturday, August 24. Kenneth Preyear organized the pajama rave and performed under...

Photo illustration by Sophia Maxim/The Maroon.

COLUMN: What does it take to be a “real fan”?

June Fernandez, Sports Editor August 24, 2024

As a child, I enjoyed sports. Well I guess I need to rephrase that: I enjoyed watching sports. Playing them, not so much. I was more interested in reading and playing video games than going to practice.  Some...

Wolf Pack wins first game of season

Wolf Pack wins first game of season

Matthew Richards, Executive Editor August 24, 2024

The Wolf Pack made their first mark in the win column on day two of the Wolf Pack Welcome Tournament with a victory of three sets to one over Webber International University(Fla.) and a game against Texas...

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