Hi there, Tufts!
It has been nearly two weeks since our first issue, and I'm pleased to announce that the Daily has officially gone "daily" again! From here on out, we'll be bringing you the most newsworthy, up-to-date stories, five days a week until the end of the semester.
And with the return to our regular production routine, there's an added bonus. Not only will you be reading breaking news articles, arts reviews and editorials from our staff writers and editorial board, but we're also throwing some new voices into the mix. Today marks the introduction of our spring semester columnists - some old, some new - who will be delivering humorous musings and cutting-edge commentary about important issues.
In Features, LexErath is back with witty observations about her day-to-day goings-on in "Sugar and Spice," while newcomer Eva Batalla-Mann's "Fake It Till You Make It" column also takes on all things college. Rebecca Hutchinson adds her perspective on pop culture to the mix in "What's Poppin'," and Anastasia Korolov discusses women's issues and the modern woman in "Back to the Present."
From movies to music, our Arts and Living columnists have you covered on the culture front. Ryan Buell's opinions on rap and hip-hop will once again grace our pages, but this time under a new moniker: "The Beat." Natalie Girshman will be taking a look at the tried-and-true theme of love in "Love on Screen." Dani Bennett will be bringing you commentary from overseas, as she navigates Spanish food, culture and customs during her semester abroad. And Nash Simpson will act as your go-to guide for black cinema in "Throwblack Thursday."
Kevin Criscione kicks off the week for our Op-Ed section with "Ill Literates," in which he discusses society's relationship to literature and reading. Adam Kaminiski returns with "The Cool Column," where he presents a whimsical and unconventional interpretation of the seemingly unremarkable occurrences of everyday life. Carolina Reyes offers us reflections and advice on being a senior in "Senior Thoughts," while Jonathon Moore closes out the week in "Politically Erect" by challenging us to be more than just politically correct - to stand up for our beliefs outside of the "P.C." umbrella.
Finally, our Sports column lineup features four resident writers. Monday will see Jordan Bean return with "Sacked," where he will examine a current issue or problematic persona in the sports world. In "Sports and Ethics," Sam Gold tackles sports scandals and the boundaries between athletics and moral principle. Tyler Maher's "Beantown Beat" breaks down the Boston sports scene for readers, and Aaron Leibowitz's "The Fan" returns for its third and final installment to explore the highs and lows that come hand in hand with being a sports fan.
All our columnists' contact information will be listed below their columns each week, so be sure to reach out to them with any questions or comments of your own! And don't forget to keep in touch with the Daily - we can be reached anytime at daily@tuftsdaily.com.
Sincerely,
Caroline Welch
Editor-in-Chief
