Geese Grief | Dear Kayla

Kayla will be filling in for Ryan this week in alignment with a recent Chambana Report Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiative.

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In Pursuit of British Culture: The Food Scene

England is not known for its cuisine, at least not in a positive light. Prior to leaving for my semester abroad, I was told to expect under-seasoned, bland meals. Nonetheless, I was d...

In Issue8, food, Apr 21, 2026

Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie the Review

Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie is a thrilling, exhilarating, sensational, riveting, electrifying piece of cinema. Based on the web series (Nirvana the Band the Show) and televis...

In Issue8, review, Apr 20, 2026

Minions and America Plus Gender and Religion, Too

What is a minion? Is it a little yellow guy that says “bello” and “papoi?” Or is it more than that? What is the sociological significance of Minionism, and how can we see ourselves in...

In Issue8, story, Apr 20, 2026

Geese Grief | Dear Kayla

Kayla will be filling in for Ryan this week in alignment with a recent Chambana Report Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiative.

In Issue8, advice, Apr 20, 2026

Two Quarters Should Be Required to Unlock the Shopping Carts at Aldi

It’s come to my attention that the citizens of Champaign have taken issue with Aldi’s shopping cart policy. Under Aldi’s current system, accessing one of its shopping carts requires a...

In Issue7, opinion, Mar 29, 2026

Drafty's Desk Drawer | Issue 7

Welcome to Drafty’s Desk Drawer, a collection of various things compiled together by our intern Drafty. If you would like your piece of anything (art, poetry, puzzle, etc.) to be feat...

In Issue7, media, Mar 29, 2026

Lovely Lamb | Dear Ryan

Have a question for Ryan? Write into Dear Ryan using the Contact Us form on our website or through his email: ryanm21@illinois.edu

In Issue7, advice, Mar 29, 2026

A Tale From Abroad

The legend of the 13th century Bohemian Prince, Bruncvik, his magical sword, and his trusty white lion sidekick has lived vicariously through the storytelling of Czech tour guides for...

In Issue7, story, Mar 29, 2026

3 Good Ways to Make Pasta

#1 Red Sauce and Meat and Mushroom

In Issue7, food, Mar 29, 2026