Gwendolyn Sobkowiak | staff writer It’s November, so as any reasonable Catholic university would, Duquesne has already released this Christmas season upon our still leaf-strewn campus. My roommates and I have been discussing seasonal decorating in a feverish attempt to survive the winter blues. Our first instinct was to head over to the Target in East Liberty. The halls of every retailer are spilling over … Continue reading Have a merry thriftmas
by Zoe Stratos | opinions editor After all of the holiday gift-giving and New Year’s fireworks come to an end, people around the world find themselves in a heap of stuff and a resolution to fulfill. Resolutions were never my thing; I could never commit myself to going to the gym everyday or eating healthier. This year, I wanted to take it day-by-day, starting with … Continue reading Eggnog and equitability: The Christmas overconsumption crisis
Rio Scarcelli | staff writer Nov. 18, 2021 Preparing for the winter season will be a “ball” with the Duquesne Program Council’s annual semi-formal Friday, Dec. 3. The Christmas Ball will be celebrating its 40th year after being canceled last year due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The event is held at the Omni William Penn Hotel, as it has been years past. Individual tickets are … Continue reading Rockin’ around the Christmas tree: Duquesne’s annual Christmas Ball dance returns
Emma Polen | layout editor Nov. 4, 2021 People always say that the retail industry has affected their appreciation for the holidays, but maybe it’s really the consumers who influence retail. Christmas is the top holiday for consumer spending, at an expected high of $859 billion during the months of November and December, according to the National Retail Federation. They also said that Halloween is … Continue reading Christmas Creep is your fault and here’s why
Staff Editorial Nov. 4, 2021 Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween. Many families look forward to these holidays as the leaves begin to change and the cold begins to set in. These seasonal events provide an opportunity to spend time with family and participate in religious activities. While many people are familiar with holidays like Christmas, there are countless other seasonal festivities that are not given nearly enough … Continue reading Staff Editorial: Recognizing all holidays
11/15/2018 By Ollie Gratzinger | Opinions Editor The halls are decked, the stockings are hung, the mochas are minty and it isn’t even Thanksgiving yet. ‘Tis the season, I suppose, but every year, the season comes sooner. Malls were adorned with ornate bulbs and towering trees as early as Nov. 1. Stores sent out their holiday catalogues weeks ago, and towering signs for “holiday collections” … Continue reading Christmas Capitalism unfair to workers, buries true meaning
And I’m happier for it. Zach Landau | Editor-in-Chief 01/01/17 Like most good Christian, American families, the Landau clan has its own holiday traditions that we have ritualistically followed for nearly 25 years now. Between the last-minute shopping spree for friends and the cook-off for the Christmas feast, the one ceremony that never fails to get yours truly in the holiday mood is our Christmas-movie … Continue reading ‘Christmas Vacation’ reminds me what I hate about the holidays
12/19/2017 By Madeline Bartos | Staff Writer Jackee Ging usually drives her boutique, Style Truck, but during the Peoples Gas Holiday Market, she takes up a stationary spot with other vendors in Market Square. There, she sells scarves, hand knit gloves and other unique clothes and accessories. Style Truck is a mobile fashion store. The truck travels around Western Pennsylvania to bring fashion to people … Continue reading Local vendor brings fashion on the go to Market Square
Salena Moran & Evan Penrod | Staff Writers 12/07/17 Come Dec. 1, binge-watching holiday movies never fails to get one into the holiday spirit. Among the countless movies in existence, five have stood out to us as hallmarks with their underlying feel-good lessons, cinematic aesthetic and lovable characters. No matter what style of Christmas movie you enjoy, there is something for everyone to enjoy during … Continue reading Cinematic classics that kindle the holiday spirit
By Leah Devorak | Layout Editor The holidays are by far the busiest time of year. In between shopping for presents, finishing classes, taking finals, visiting friends and traveling home, there’s almost no time to do anything fun. When you do finally get a few free moments, they’re quickly filled up by last-minute holiday parties that you must attend — with food in hand. But … Continue reading This holiday season get ready to bake
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