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The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Ross Lynch hypes up the crowd as they headline SpringFest, April 25.

SpringFest 2026

Norah Carver, Staff Photographer May 11, 2026

SpringFest 2026 was a hit among students; the Fleming Green was covered in cowboy boots and flower crowns at the concert Saturday, April 25.  Hosted by the UVM Program Board, this year’s event featured...

Many students do their school work in the library, April 19.

When exhaustion becomes the expectation

Paisley Chambers, Culture Staff Writer May 6, 2026

In recent years, burnout has shifted from a warning sign to something worn as a badge of honor.  Students compare their sleepless nights, overloaded schedules and constant stress as markers of dedication...

On April 6 and 7, the UVM English department held its annual symposium for English and film and television studies in the John Dewey Lounge.

English and FTS Symposium 2026

Chloe Kilkelly, Culture Staff Writer April 17, 2026

Tinted by the colorful stained glass in the John Dewey Lounge, students had the opportunity to present their work to an audience outside of the classroom. On April 6 and 7, the UVM English department...

Can we talk about John Mayer?

Can we talk about John Mayer?

Theodore Isaac Reicin, Culture Staff Writer March 25, 2026

On Sept. 18, 2001, the world was introduced to the young musician John Mayer.  Columbia Records released “Room for Squares,” an album that defined the acoustic-pop landscape of the early 2000s...

People play pool in the Davis Center, Feb. 19

Cue the Men: gender imbalance in UVM pool

Zoe Bernstein, Culture Staff Writer February 23, 2026

Senior Ellen Gray and first-year Eli Tripp have both become 8-ball pool aficionados this year. They each play several times a week in the Davis Center. They’ve made friends through the game and, as a...

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