Does going “Greek” make or break your college experience?

University of Denver Tri Delta members posing during recruitment 2020 [Photo by Alexa Chan]

Greek life has been around for many years in the United States, including, the University of Denver. Students at DU have viewed and commented on Greek life with skepticism. It’s not uncommon in today’s discussions and news articles for criticism about the history of hazing and associated deaths across time. Others say Greek life offers many benefits that more than overshadow the darker history.

Interviews at the University of Denver show a variety of views on sorority life and, in particular,  its impact at DU student’s college experience. 

Julia Coats, account supervisor for Prim + Co, is living out her dream career

Julia Coats, account supervisor and public relations specialist, from Prim + Co [Photo by Prim + Co]

The public relations professional career sphere has been taking the world by storm in recent years. Public relations has been the key to many professionals’ success in the media and print world. With the advancements of technology and the beast that is social media, online presence and image is more important than ever. 

Account supervisor and public relations specialist, Julia Coats, recently shared her experience living her dream in the public relations field in today’s world. She currently works at Prim + Co, an award winning public relations firm and marketing agency that represents many hospitality and lifestyle brands. Prim stands for “public relations and integrated marketing.” 

DU Native Student Alliance calls for action

DU Native Student Alliance members check people in for the public forum. [Photo by Alexa Chan with Native Student Alliance members]

The University of Denver’s Native Student Alliance hosted a public forum at the University of Denver’s Ruffatto Hall on Apr. 29, 2022. The forum was to discuss and educate individuals and administration on campus about the recent tipi incident outside of the Academic Commons. DU’s NSA constructed a tipi to create a safe and sacred place, which was defaced and vandalized. Individuals destroyed the sacred poles of the tipi and the University regrets playing any role in not protecting and safely keeping these poles, according to a mass email sent out to its students. 

Growing up is a beast: Turning Red

University of Denver student watches Turning Red on DisneyPlus [Photo by Alexa Chan, with Megan Holiday]

When have you ever let out your inner panda? On March 11, 2022, the quirky, coming-of-age animation Turning Red was released to American theatres. Produced by Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar Animation Studios, this feature-length film follows a 13 year old, Asian-Canadian girl name Mei as she goes through the trials of puberty and finds herself among family expectation. I thought the overall message of the film was influential and deep. The style and animation was modern and smooth. In general, I thought it was a great film. 

The De Boer Park playground in early spring

Photos by Alexa Chan, Melissa Marin, Nori Veit

University of Denver lifts mask mandate

University of Denver student removes mask as mandate gets lifted on campus [Photo by Alexa Chan, with Vanshika Chauhan]

The global pandemic has been plaguing the daily lives of individuals for a little over two years now. The world has been diligently wearing masks in classrooms, work spaces, public transportation vehicles, and grocery stores for a commendable amount of time. 

As of Mar. 20, 2022, the University of Denver has decided to lift their mask mandate on campus and move to Level Clear. Fully vaccinated students are able to remove their masks in classrooms and in open spaces on campus now.