The Purpose of College: A witty take on our vocation.
If you’re reading this, I assume you are in some way connected to a college. More specifically, you are connected to Eastern University. Whether you are staff or student, stray…
The Pitfalls of Journalism: Why bias and selective reporting are hurting journalism.
I have now been writing for the Waltonian for several semesters, and, like most other people, am a regular consumer of various journalistic outlets. I truly love working for the…
Why You Should Skip Class: There are better ways to spend your time.
The alarm rings at 7 a.m. And then again at 7:03, 7:05 and 7:10. Muttering your usual threats to drop out, you finally get up, miserable and unhappy, with nothing…
A Guide to Fall: Six steps to a well lived fall.
By now, everyone should already know to bake cookies, drink pumpkin spice lattes and watch Gilmore Girls. These are the standard fall activities. But where else does one turn to…
What Happened To Community? How Changes to Residential Policies are Closing the Eastern Community
If you read through Eastern’s website, you’ll see many references to Community. We have a “vibrant campus community,” reads the About page. The administration’s five-year Strategic Plan lists “Cultivating Community”…
Learning to speak
Why good poetry doesn't always produce good poems
Time and Festivity: How to actually remember Women’s History Month
By: Trinity Schabel Do you remember your great-grandmother’s name? Mine is named Jean, but we call her Gram. She’s 104 years old, blind as a bat and sharp as a…
2023 Oscars Recap: Taking a look into this March’s Academy Awards
By: Brian Lines As we look back on the movies of 2022, the 2023 Oscars results have a little bit of surprise mixed with a pinch of met expectations. With…
“The Art of” Making TikToks: A look into the creative genius that calls for making these viral videos
By: Katherine Seeley Setting up a camera, finding good lighting, finding the right angle, the perfect shot and the perfect songs are all part of the TikTok making process. When…
Eastern Middle States visit
An upcoming visit listening to students' voices regarding Eastern's progress