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REVIEW: Pauline Hopkins' Contending Forces should be leading the literary canon

REVIEW: Pauline Hopkins’ Contending Forces should be leading the literary canon

Gabriella Killett, Editor in Chief November 19, 2022

“Contending Forces” by Pauline Hopkins is a masterpiece – not in the same way or as much so as “Beloved” by Toni Morrison or “Things Fall Apart” by Chinua Achebe I would argue – but nonetheless,...

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“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” review: Marvel’s emotional homage to the Black Panther legacy

Dajah Saul, Social Media Coordinator November 17, 2022

Editor's note: This review contains spoilers for Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” Marvel Studios once again delivers with the highly anticipated sequel to 2018’s Black Panther,...

Mia Day performs at Gasa Gasa in New Orleans on Nov. 11, 2022. Day is an up-and-coming artist that has garnered a reputation around Loyola for her work ethic, talent, and kind attitude.

Loyola musician Mia Day takes city by storm

Macie Batson, Senior Staff Writer November 17, 2022

Popular and Commercial Music Senior Mia Day has taken the Loyola community by storm with her ability to connect with so many on such a deep level. Many people recognize her for the vulnerability in her...

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“House of the Dragon: Season 1” review: The “Game of Thrones” successor presents itself with surpassing potential

Mia Oliva, Reviews Editor November 16, 2022

Editor's note: This review contains potential spoilers for HBO's "House of the Dragon".  Ever since the initial announcement of production briefly after its predecessor’s series finale, “House...

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“PLAYGIRL” review: The hyperpop fantasy of Lolo Zouai’s dreams

Dajah Saul, Social Media Coordinator November 16, 2022

French-Algerian singer Lolo Zouai recently debuted her sophomore album, PLAYGIRL, to the world, while continuously making her way through the music industry. Playing with sounds of hyperpop and smooth...

Loyola’s new basketball coach Donald Reyes says he has big shoes to fill

Loyola’s new basketball coach Donald Reyes says he has big shoes to fill

Eve McFarland, Staff Writer November 15, 2022

Donald Reyes is the new head coach for the defending NAIA Men’s Basketball National Champions. With 15 years of experience in the NCAA Division One, Reyes said he is ready to coach at Loyola. “It...

guy taking the order of another guy at food truck

Paddy Daddy chef provides more for his community than quality food

Devin Cruice, Maroon Minute Executive Producer November 15, 2022

On the corner of Lizzardo Street and Claiborne, Chef Jimmy King of Paddy Daddy is whipping up burgers, fresh potatoes, and a side of communal change. King has big plans for the future as he helps...

OPINION: What LGBTQ+ representation means for future generations

OPINION: What LGBTQ+ representation means for future generations

Gabriela Santos November 15, 2022

Earlier this month, the New York Comic Con included a variety of news regarding comics/graphic novels, gaming, movies, and TV shows. In this sea of news came the first official clips of the third and final...

OPINION: Teenage vaping is an epidemic

OPINION: Teenage vaping is an epidemic

Violet Bucaro, Staff Writer November 14, 2022

Around 30% of young people smoke every day. 55% of purchased vapes are disposable vapes, and can cost between $10-40 and last a week. A monthly fee of $160 can add up to $2,000 a year.   Disposable...

A student on a ladderdips a brush into a paint bucket held up by another student while volunteering.

LUCAP encourages student action in New Orleans community

Sydney Piglia, Staff November 14, 2022

From feeding homeless and low-income people on the third Saturday of every month at Crescent City Cafe, to helping rebuild homes in St. Bernard and Orleans parish through the St. Bernard Project, the...

EDITORIAL: Students need to stand with Sodexo workers

EDITORIAL: Students need to stand with Sodexo workers

Jacob L’Hommedieu, Op/Ed Editor November 14, 2022

Loyola’s tax return revealed that the university paid Sodexo $8,432,021 in 2019 for their services. While the lump sum is for more than paying its employees, Sodexo is paying only $13.75 per hour for...

Loyola volleyball seniors stand in the Loyola gym with their framed jerseys

Loyola’s volleyball team celebrates senior weekend

Matthew Richards, Sports Asst. November 13, 2022

The Loyola volleyball team celebrated its four senior members over the weekend after the team won two games at home, closing out its regular season with a win. This year’s four seniors, Gracie Bailey,...

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