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Academic AI Anarchy

Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) companies have built their brands as tools of productivity, but their success in the marketplace relies on them becoming addictions.

In Issue2, opinion, Sep 09, 2025

An Instagram Account I Dearly Miss

I remember the first time I ever saw them. Scrolling through my Instagram feed, I discovered a few virtual animals that would change my life.

In Issue1, review, Aug 26, 2025

Panera Panic | 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 Issue1, advice, Aug 25, 2025

The Case FOR Ventriloquism Being Real

It’s easy to get wrapped up in the mysticism and otherworldliness of ventriloquism, but don’t let that distract you from the real professionals behind the craft. Instead of falling fo...

In Issue1, debate, Aug 24, 2025

The Case AGAINST Ventriloquism Being Real

There are certain moments in life that bloom into your memory like a rose and thrash you with their barbs when you try to forget about them. For me, that moment was watching Darci Lyn...

In Issue1, debate, Aug 24, 2025

Drafty's Desk Drawer | Issue 1

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 Issue1, media, Aug 23, 2025

Local Student Weathers the Storm

Much of the built environment, the buildings, the sidewalks, the streets, is impervious to water. This style of building is not without flaws, one being an increased risk of flooding....

In Issue1, interview, Aug 22, 2025