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By Annabel Simmons Recently, an ambiguous question has dawned on the minds of many: Will artificial intelligence (AI) reshape the future of education? AI has gained mainstream recognition, as Generative AI (Gen-AI) tools have become increasingly accessible for public use. Growing awareness of AI has also fostered controversy regarding how the technology will continue to…
AI’s Ambiguous Role in the Future of Education
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By: Maeve Sterling The room hums with quiet tension as students scroll through their phones, each screen flashing headlines, opinions and breaking news alerts that rarely agree. At one table, a debate sparks over immigration policy; across the room, another conversation stalls before it can begin, silenced by the weight of assumed political labels. Generation…
Partisanship and Changes in American Politics
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By: Bailey Wheeler It’s official: Spring has arrived at the University of Arkansas. As the weather warms, tulips can be spotted from Silas Hunt Hall to Old Main. As gardening begins around campus, the smell of fertilizer has become an integral part of any walk across campus. Sydney Talley, a U of A senior, attests…
Wildflowers, Strawberries, and Leafy Greens: Northwest Arkansas Residents on the Power of Gardening
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By: Brooklyn Nelson The Chinese New Year began Feb. 17 and lasts until Feb. 5, 2027. The year of the Fire Horse is in full swing after not occurring since 1966 according to the Chinese zodiac cycle. The new year is an important holiday that is celebrated with both friends and family. University of Arkansas…
The Year of the Fire Horse: Free-Spirited Movement, High Energy, and Independence
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By: Marlee Cockrum When Friday rolls around after a long week, students can finally catch their breath after 5 days of class, work and responsibilities. All that’s left to do is decide how to spend their weekend. Historically, a stereotypical college kid can be found at a local bar on any given Friday night, forgetting…
Dickson Goes Dry: A College Town’s Response to The Mocktail Movement
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By Annabel Simmons Spring brings forth warmer temperatures, longer days, blooming flowers — and kittens. For cat lovers, a season full of newborn kittens is an exciting prospect. However, as kitten season arrives, animal shelters and rescue groups face a wave of new challenges. Through community support, these challenges can be managed, helping to ensure…
Small Paws, Big Futures: Protecting Kittens this Season
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By Bailey Wheeler
The Decline of Southern Accents in NWA
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By: Mia Kelley The frigid winds of winter are in the past, and the sun has started to warm up students’ daily walks through campus; evidence that Spring is upon the University of Arkansas. With this temperature change, another season lies just beyond the horizon: concert season. As students work their way through the semester…
On the Record: Students Experiencing Live Music and Discovering New Artists
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By Angie Ramirez By November, polling places all over Arkansas will see long lines stretching out the doors. But before the general election, communities are first preparing for a quieter, yet critical step. Midterm elections are held halfway through a president’s four-year term to determine which candidates will fill a wide range of federal, state,…
Student Voices, State Impact: Arkansas Primaries Approach
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By: Marlee Cockrum The end of a cold winter signals the return of Fayetteville’s favorite outdoor activities. Residents of “The Natural State” live and breathe for the fresh Arkansas air, and students at the University of Arkansas can be seen on walks and runs the moment the sun peeks through. The culture in Fayetteville differs…
Trading Treadmills for Trails: Fayetteville Gets Outside