“Abuelita” “choc”s my world
Claire Dorsch, MVC Managing Editor
May 23, 2018
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Taking AP Spanish has opened my eyes to a completely new world. New traditions, new customs, and new ways of seeing life. Another part is the food. While my AP Spanish class was visiting an authentic bakery, I found a little circle of chocolate from the brand “Abuelita.” It is very authentic and it was...
Cardi B
Sydney Blankenship, MVC Staff Writer
May 22, 2018
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Cardi B, a female rap artist, recently released her debut album. The album, titled “Invasion of Privacy,” was released on April, 6. The album has thirteen tracks, including the hit song “Bodak Yellow.” It also features multiple artists such as Chance the Rapper and Migos. Each of the songs...
How to Make Butterbeer
Lauren Pilkington, MVC Staff Writer
May 21, 2018
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Have you ever read “Harry Potter” and wondered why Barney is “just batty” about the non-fiction drink, Butterbeer? I think I have a clue, now. This recipe is to help you make your own non-alcoholic version of Butterbeer. Having been to Harry Potter world at Universal Studios, I was able to try But...
Oil Diffusers
Carly McWilliams, MVC Features Editor
May 18, 2018
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I recently bought a travel-size oil diffuser from Meijer, and so far my experience using the diffuser has proved well worth the purchase. This diffuser costs around $15, a low price for the product due to its smaller size. However, I enjoy the travel-size style since it makes the diffuser easier to mo...
A Haven in “Little Forest”
Joan Lee, MVC News Editor
May 16, 2018
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The Korean adaptation of a Japanese manga of the same name, “Little Forest” is a Korean movie about a young woman, Hye-Won, who fails to live in the city and moves back to her rural hometown. There, she heals her emotional wounds through food, friends, and nature. The movie stars Kim Tae-Ri as Hye-Won...
The Weeknd Album Review
Emma Clifton, MVC Staff Writer
May 14, 2018
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Abel Tesfaye, otherwise known as The Weeknd, is an R&B artist whose debut seven years ago with “House of Balloons” set the stage for other artists to copy his style of dark, prolific lyrics over throbbing baselines. His 2018 album, “My Dear Melancholy,” is an homage to this sound and an ...
Waffle Iron Hashbrowns
Lauren Pilkington, MVC Staff Writer
May 11, 2018
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These delicious salty, savory treats are very easy and take little time to make. Making them like little “haystack” treats is what I found to work best for me. They don’t look as pretty as they could and they’re very messy, however, they are a delicious mess in the end. Of course, if you’re...
“Call Me by Your Name”
Clare Bielefeld, MVC Staff Reporter
May 1, 2018
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I sat down in front of my sisters iPad, ready to watch a movie, but not quite ready for what I did see. I was about to watch the Oscar-winning “Call Me by Your Name.” I had been wanting to watch the movie for quite a while, but it is two hours long, I do not get much sleep as is, and I have been bu...
BSU Admitted Students Day
Claire Dorsch, MVC Copy Editor
April 20, 2018
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Ever since freshman year, I have wanted to go to Ball State. Joining my school newspaper sparked my interest in journalism and a long line of teachers in my family encouraged me to follow my passion for education. Ball State has great programs in both. On Friday, April 6th, I attended the Ball St...
Melodrama World Tour
Carly McWilliams, MVC Features Editor
April 16, 2018
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On March 1, 2018, the Grammy award-winning pop artist Lorde set out on the North American leg of her Melodrama World Tour. While Lorde did not make a stop in Indiana during this tour, I attended her show in Columbus, Ohio, on March 31. As an avid listener of Lorde’s music, especially her most rece...
