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College Football Week 4 and NFL Week 3 preview

College Football Week 4 and NFL Week 3 preview

Kris Torres, Impact Staff September 21, 2023

This upcoming weekend is probably the biggest weekend of the football season so far. There are some huge matchups, especially on the college side of things. With certain teams starting fast and going...

Catholics vs Draft Picks; Ohio State heads to Notre Dame

Catholics vs Draft Picks; Ohio State heads to Notre Dame

TJ Heyder, Sports Editor September 20, 2023

At last, we have arrived at week four. In college football, that’s code for the “put up or shut up” week for some of the best teams in the nation.  Main eventing the loaded slate this week is...

"New York, I Love You but You’re Bringing Me Down"

“New York, I Love You but You’re Bringing Me Down”

Alyssa Politi, Managing Editor September 20, 2023

I wanted to run as far away from New York as I could for as long as I can remember. Everything was here in the Big Apple. Not the vast opportunities but my grief, anxiety, and depression. It consumed my...

A Return to Reality TV

A Return to Reality TV

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor September 19, 2023

To loosely quote the inspiration for a reality show that is currently getting me through this drought in entertainment caused by the writer’s strike - I love Big Brother.  If you know anything...

Beauty is Pain

Beauty is Pain

Alyssa Politi, Managing Editor September 19, 2023

If one couldn’t tell by the pounds of makeup I cake on my face every weekend, the bouncy curls in my hair every day, and the smell of sweets and flowers as I walk by, I’m obsessed with all beauty-related...

A Mixture of Fiction and Self Improvement

A Mixture of Fiction and Self Improvement

Nate Singleton, Staff Writer September 18, 2023

I love reading, an underrated hobby, but fiction wasn't a genre that piqued my interest. I enjoy picking out books in the 'Live With A Purpose' section in Barnes & Noble. So, when I picked up The Alchemist...

Is Succession Secretly About Performative Activism?

Is Succession Secretly About Performative Activism?

Maleek Munroe, Senior Editor September 12, 2023

“Oh don’t worry Greg. This is a nice, safe space where you don’t have to pretend to like Hamilton.” “I like Hamilton?” “Sure you do, we all do.” These are lines taken from season...

My 2023 College Football Player Watch List

My 2023 College Football Player Watch List

TJ Heyder, Sports Editor September 6, 2023

At last, another dreadful offseason has come to a close, and football is upon us. All of the months of chatter amongst fans and observers of this sport finally find some clarity on the field, and we couldn’t...

Ohio State Hobbles Out Of Bloomington With A 23-3 Win Over Indiana

Ohio State Hobbles Out Of Bloomington With A 23-3 Win Over Indiana

TJ Heyder, Sports Editor September 2, 2023

The Buckeyes opened up their 2023 season on the road against a conference opponent on Saturday, which is a difficult assignment to give a first-year starting quarterback, more than some realize. Just ask...

Is It Okay To Panic About Ohio State’s Defensive Recruiting?

Is It Okay To Panic About Ohio State’s Defensive Recruiting?

TJ Heyder, Sports Editor August 7, 2023

Before I begin, yes, I’m of clear understanding that the Buckeyes have the #2 recruiting class in the country for 2024. That’s super jolly and I’m thrilled about it. Okay? Awesome. Now that I’ve...

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