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What do Denisonians Think of Smoking and Vaping?

By Will Duquette Smoking has undeniably decreased across the United States over the last few decades, with smoking among young adults decreasing from 35% in 2001-2003 to 12% in 2019-2022. However, in the wake of smoking’s downfall, vaping has increased dramatically. Most would agree that both hobbies are unquestionably bad for you. But anyone who…

Is Housing Denison’s Downfall?

By Alex Lazo Earlier this year my class had a discussion about what we felt Denison’s greatest issues were. The unanimous answer was the administration, and how their policies actually work against the best interest and development of their students. Virtually all of my classmates were able to recount a personal experience in which they…

Are Denisonians in a Political Bubble

By Miles D. Williams and Paul A. Djupe – WE ARE DPR College students often get knocked for being out of touch, isolated on their pretty campuses inside a political bubble only talking with people who agree with them. Some students claim to be in a bubble themselves and that it needs to be popped….

Know What’s Causing Your Congestion? It Might Be Right in Front of You

By Owen Baker As you begin to turn off fans, close windows, and toast in your rooms from the heating, is Sudafed becoming your main medicine? We seem to be consistently congested in the fall and winter months of our Denison careers. We brush it off, saying it was because of “frat flu” or COVID—but…

How do Denisonians Feel about Lacrosse on Campus

By Paul A. Djupe Many sports do not have strong demographic connotations. Football, baseball, basketball, and soccer are all interracial and span social classes. But lacrosse, like yachting or equestrian, would seem to say a lot about the participants. The Salt Lake Tribune headline says it all, “Lacrosse is known as a sport played by…

Do Denisonians Approve of Adam Weinberg?

By Will Duquette Political leaders depend on core political constituencies and, presumably, depend on those well-served by the government to hold on to power. That’s interesting to think about in the context of a college president. It is not quite the same, given that there are no political parties to contest elections for college president….

Is There Social Pressure on Conservatives at Denison?

By Lucas Partridge Denison University is known for its left-leaning leanings, which begs the question – does this create an atmosphere where political minorities feel the need to keep their beliefs to themselves? It’s a question that has been on many people’s minds, especially those who believe that conservative voices are silenced on campuses across…

Procrastination, Energy Drinks, and the Sorority Girl’s Lifeline?

By Alex Lazo Every school break I tell myself I am going to start packing a few days in advance, and every semester I fail to do so. Now, if you know me or any girl that hoards as many clothes as I do, you understand that procrastinating for my 9 hour trek back to…

Do Denisonians think the United States is becoming less democratic?

By Will Duquette It is no secret that the United States of America is becoming increasingly polarized, which presents all sorts of problems for the political process – engendering hate, undermining compromise, and encouraging people to skirt processes that might benefit the other side. Given this, we thought it prudent to analyze the thoughts of…

Energy Drinks: The Scourge of Studying?

By Paul A. Djupe Those slender cans seem to be everywhere. The euphemistically titled energy drinks are this generation’s study hero in the way that pop (esp mountain dew) and coffee were to others. We at 127 wanted to get a handle on just how extensive consumption of energy drinks is. It wouldn’t matter if…

DEI at Denison

By Alex Lazo The first time I ever felt ostracized for my race was this year. Unconventionally, it was not due to an ambush of racial slurs, but as a byproduct of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). If you have spent any time applying to jobs or internships this year, you know what I am…