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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

Lydias illustration for the bathroom graffiti column.

Bathroom stall confessionals: reflections on gender and community practices

Ashna Hille, Culture Staff Writer March 26, 2024

It was spring 2023 when I was taking an English class in Rowell Hall, the nursing and allied health building.  About once a class, I would head to the bathroom across the hall and get lost in the display...

Students gather to eat and work in the renovated Brennan’s Pub Feb. 22

What the Hell Happened to Brennan’s?

Ashna Hille, Culture Staff Writer March 7, 2024

It was quite the shock returning from winter break to see Brennan’s Pub completely stripped of the colorful chairs and tables, walls, student artwork and soft lighting.  The cozy, “UVM” embodying...

A spiral staircase leads to the second floor in a University Heights suite.

UVM Cribs: Stairway to Heaven

Maya Surrenti, Culture Staff Writer February 26, 2024

Celebrity apartments and houses fill the media, but college dorm interior design is largely overlooked. While the internet raves over Dakota Johnson, her limes and her chic green kitchen, college students...

Wylies illustration for the Saltburn movie review column featuring various illustrative elements from the movie.

Saltburn: Hot Take or a Sloppy Glorification?

Tatum Johnson, Culture Staff Writer February 23, 2024

“Saltburn” quickly became popular after its Nov. 17, 2023 release, but the hype may be unfounded.   The film follows Oliver, portrayed by Barry Keoghan, who is taken under the wing of his more...

First-years Emily Eisenman, Kya Toms and Sofia Foote pose on the slopes at Jay Peak Feb. 3

Cynic fit check: on the slopes

Maggie O'Shea, Culture Staff Writer February 13, 2024

With ski and snowboard season in full swing, UVM students are on the mountain nearly every weekend. These interviews focus on UVM students’ personal style on the mountain, favorite outdoor wear brands,...

Molly Parkers illi for the Jake Minch EP review. A sketchy silhouette with headphones on with music notes floating around them.

The best new artist you haven’t heard of: a review of “how many”

Clare Yesilonis, Culture Staff Writer February 5, 2024

From the day that I first received a TikTok of Jake Minch’s original song, “id pick up flowers” two years ago, I became a fan. The video takes place in what I assume to be his bedroom, and he...

Mollys illustration for the Cynic staff ins and outs for 2024. Four green colors balloons reading 2024 being held by four different hands.

Staff Recommends: 2024 ins and outs — editor’s edition

Cynic Editors, Editor February 1, 2024

Staff Recommends: 2024 ins and outs — editor’s edition The Cynic editors have their fingers on the pulse of the trends, or at least we like to think we do. Here is our list of what should be incorporated...

Mollys illustration for the culture staff ins and outs for 2024. Four balloons reading 2024 being held by four different hands.

Staff recommends: 2024 ins and outs

Culture Staff, Culture Staff Writer January 31, 2024

New year. New culture section.  We’re giving it to you straight. Here is what’s going to be in and what’s going to be out in 2024.  IN Playfulness - Clare Yesilonis Whether you’re...

Dr. Damon A. Williams returns to UVM as a keynote speaker in an event honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in the Ira Allen Chapel Jan 25.

Dr. Damon A. Williams gives his second MLK celebration keynote lecture

Sophia Balunek, Editor-in-Chief January 29, 2024

Dr. Damon A. Williams returned to UVM to give the University’s Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration’s keynote lecture on Jan. 25 at Ira Allen Chapel. Williams spoke at UVM in 2022 for the...

The shag and brag

Maya Surrenti, Culture Staff Writer December 14, 2023

Hookup culture has some nasty bedfellows, including how people boast about their sex lives.  Recently, I’ve noticed the constant hinting comments people make about how much sex they have, whether...

Stellas illi for the culture staff break up songs rec

Culture staff recommends: best breakup songs

Culture Staff, Culture Staff Writer December 13, 2023

Breakup season is upon us and if you are one of those afflicted, the culture staff is here to set a soundtrack to your sadness.  “Pretty Pictures” by Indigo De Souza — Ashna Hille  Imagine...

Sheas illi for the hot beverage column

Culture staff recommends: hot bevs

Culture Staff, Culture Staff Writer November 16, 2023

The first snowflakes have fallen on campus, and the air is getting cool, crisp and quite dry. To soothe your winter blues and settle your seasonally sore throat, the culture staff is recommending hot bevs.  Matcha...

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