The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Swedish track athlete discusses his journey

April 14, 2015

One UVM sprinter, hurdler and pole-vaulter has a one-track minset: work hard.Senior Martin Kallur hails from Falun, Sweden, where he attended Lugnetgymnasiet high school. He comes from an athletic family: ...

‘Sodexo bill’ focuses on worker rights

Caroline Alkire April 14, 2015

To the disappointment of several progressive Vermont lawmakers, the Sodexo Bill was once again rejected in the Vermont senate. Sen. Phil Baruth is the lead sponsor of the bill. He said that this proposed...

Cells clash with class

April 14, 2015

Think back to the last lecture you attended. How often were your eyes on your phone and not on the professor?“I won’t usually check my phone if it’s a small class, but I will check it if I get messages...

Fund finances local clean energy projects

Beena Jacob April 14, 2015

Every semester, $10 of each undergraduate and graduate student’s tuition goes toward “greening” UVM’s campus through the Clean Energy Fund. As part of the Office of Sustainability, the Clean Energy...

International pianist to tune up UVM

April 14, 2015

One European music star is embarking on his first tour of the U.S. – first stop, Vermont.Italian singer and songwriter Raphael Gualazzi will be playing a free show at Southwick Music Recital Hall, 7...

On punk rock

April 14, 2015

What do a 19th century German philosopher and a musical genre focused on defiance and a “do it yourself” attitude have in common? Well, first off, they were both wrongly co-opted by the far right.Nietzsche...

Prepping for medical school

April 14, 2015

Beginning in the fall of 2015, UVM will be introducing a brand new medical science master’s prep program for students wishing to hone their medical science skills.Formally known as the master of medical...

Rock takes the funky side

Josh Holz April 14, 2015

UVM students going to Nectar’s this week should expect funk. The Fritz will be performing at Nectar’s in downtown Burlington April 15 and 21 as part of their spring tour. The Fritz’s website describes...

Metrosexual group wants to join LGBT

Daltrey Burris April 14, 2015

BURLINGTON, VT— In the last few days, an unlikely group had expressed its outrage toward the LGBTQA association, short for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, queer and ally. The group, which was formed...

Journalist brings book tour to UVM

Allie Osorno April 14, 2015

Journalism has the ability to give so much more than a simple story. Alfredo Corchado, the author of “Midnight in Mexico,” was able to gain a new perspective on his identity through his journalism. Corchado...

Cliché sequel sells action

Colin Kamphuis April 14, 2015

If you’re looking for a film that provides a thoughtful experience and leaves a lasting mark on the viewer, you should keep looking. If, however, you’re looking for a two-hour escapist movie full...

New York Times writer talks policy

John Riedel, Staff Writer April 14, 2015

As part of the Mark Rosen Lecture Series, a New York Times editor gave a lecture April 8 about American politics and the concept of the American Dream. David Leonhardt is currently the managing editor...

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