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Erika Kirk portrayed as a saint. Art by Basil Allen. In September, conservative activist and Turning Point USA (TPUSA) founder Charlie Kirk  was shot and killed while speaking at Utah Valley University. About two weeks later, Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk , took the stage at her husband’s memorial to deliver a speech . She was dressed in a white pantsuit and heels, with a gold cross around her neck and long blonde hair cascading down her back. Under the bright lights of the stage,

A woman hides her boyfriend behind a large bouquet. Art by Wes Mowry-Silverman. Is having a boyfriend embarrassing now?   This is the question that launched a thousand think pieces. The original article that inspired it, written by Chanté Joseph , focused primarily on women’s presentation of their boyfriends on social media. Instead of centering their content on their relationships, many women were opting to post about their boyfriends more subtly or hide them entirely, which

Emma Bryans ('28) weight lifting in Spark's downstairs weight room on Feb. 3. Photo by Patricia Krepel. Getting into shape and keeping a healthy lifestyle have become status symbols in recent years, especially during a time when groceries are increasingly expensive, and a gym membership is an unnecessary expense for many. Willamette students may find it easier to achieve than a significant portion of the population. Now, as the cost-of-living crisis continues, everyone should