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‘Tis the season for seasonal depression: A guide to dealing with the winter blues

Nicholas Keller, Columnist December 5, 2024

The great and powerful Taylor Swift once said, “Gray November; I've been down since July. Motion capture; put me in a bad light.” The lyrics, which are from her and Bon Iver’s song “Evermore,”...

Campaign signs outside of Kent State University's Recreation and Wellness Center on Nov. 5, 2024.

Candidates receive celebrity endorsements throughout election

Aryn Kauble, Reporter November 5, 2024

There have been many notable celebrity endorsements throughout the presidential campaign, but it was hard to keep track of them all.  As the campaigns wind down and the final results loom closer, here...

ALBUM REVIEW: Non-Swiftie reviews ‘The Tortured Poets Department’

Michael Neenan, Beat Reporter May 5, 2024

Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift released her new album “The Tortured Poets Department” on April 19.  The album consists of 16 tracks. Each song has a melancholy tone that contrasts Swift’s usually...

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REACTION: Everything you missed at the 2024 Grammys

Kelsie Horner, Assistant Managing Editor February 5, 2024

Music fans tuned in for the 66th annual Grammy award show Sunday night. If you missed it, here is a recap of the most important, jaw-dropping moments.  Awards The award ceremony was certainly dominated...

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OPINION: Taylor Swift: Her evolution is inspiring

Chloe Robertson, Opinion Writer December 12, 2023

I’m lying on my back in my purple bedroom, and Taylor Swift is blasting from my stereo as I scream sing along to her second album, “Fearless.” The song “Fifteen” was my personal favorite. I...

Taylor Swift fan dies at Rio concert as fans complain about high temperatures and lack of water

Diane Jeantet, AP News November 18, 2023

RIO DE JANEIRO, AP News — A 23-year-old Taylor Swift fan died at the singer’s Eras Tour concert in Rio de Janeiro Friday night, according to a statement from the show’s organizers in Brazil. Both...

Brittany Gibson DJs the 1989 (Taylor's Version) album release party at The Outpost Oct. 28, 2023.

Welcome to the Outpost: 1989 (Taylor’s Version) adds style to Halloweekend

Kayla Gleason, Reporter October 29, 2023

Taylor Swift fans spent Saturday night screaming the lyrics to “Shake It Off,” “Blank Space” and “Wildest Dreams” at The Outpost’s release party for (Taylor’s Version) of her album 1989.  The...

OPINION: NFL for the swifties

OPINION: NFL for the swifties

Kelsie Horner and Audrey Trevarthan October 7, 2023

Let's face it. Swifties and the NFL fans rarely overlap in interests. That was, until Taylor Swift filled the “blank space” in her life with Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, and rocked the...

Taylor Swift cheers on Travis Kelce at Sunday Night Football (again), joining Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman and other stars

Homero De La Fuente and Megan Thomas, CNN October 2, 2023

CNN– Taylor Swift was clearly ready for some more football on Sunday, as were Deadpool, Wolverine and Ant-Man. More on the Marvel stars in a moment. As was highly expected/speculated, Swift was in...

Taylor Swift performing in front of 73,117 fans at Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh on June 17, 2023.

OPINION: A single weekend of Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour exceeds NFL draft in economic impact

Katie Masko, Social Media Director June 29, 2023

It’s no secret that Taylor Swift is currently one of the most famous people on the planet. The Eras Tour is not only a blockbuster in ticket sales but has “Gorgeous” effects on the host city’s...

Kent State Swifties’ excitement grows as Pittsburgh Taylor Swift concert draws closer

Destiny Torres, Reporter June 16, 2023

Swifties are going to remember June 16 and 17 ‘All Too Well’ as Taylor Swift makes her way to Acrisure Stadium in Pittsburgh. The Eras Tour showcases Swift’s songs throughout her career. Swift...

OPINION: The dangers of parasocial bonds with celebrities

OPINION: The dangers of parasocial bonds with celebrities

Audrey Trevarthan, Opinion Writer April 10, 2023

Everyone has that one celebrity whose life they are invested in. Whether that's a musician, actor, model or influencer, they are up to date with their life. Celebrities can influence people’s choices....