Written by: Dakota Gange Defined by Webster’s Dictionary, stigma’s definition carries a strong and harsh statement for such a frequently used concept; “A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality or person.”  Upon hearing the word...

Written by: Nicholas Sarysz Paid broadcasting and television entertainment have been long-unrivaled video mediums since they were popularized in the 1950s. This remained true even in the earliest days of the internet, until the public release of YouTube in 2005. By...

Written by: Dakota Gange Finding what is conducive to one’s success as a student can be challenging. Western has a plethora of resources available for students, many of which are located in the Werner University Center — a central campus location that is full of...

Written by: Nicholas Sarysz In an age of rapid technological change, many people are understandably fearful and uncertain about the implications of artificial intelligence. To discuss these fears, I figured there was no better way than to reach out to the direct...

Written by: Nicholas Sarysz As technology continues to advance, so does the world of gaming. Esports, or electronic sports, have taken the world by storm and it has become a billion-dollar industry. The rise of esports has sparked the debate of whether it is actually...

Written by: Dakota Gange Many people use social media, yet we often ask, “How does social media affect us as individuals and as a society?” Evidence shows that social media negatively affects mental health, creates echo chambers, spreads misinformation and enhances...