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The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Stella's illustration for the eclipse events column.

Culture staff recommends: the best eclipse events 

Culture Staff, Culture Staff Writer April 3, 2024

As Burlington prepares for the influx of visitors under the total eclipse of the sun, the culture staff is here to prepare you for which once-in-a-lifetime event to attend.  It’s not totality without...

Molly's illustration for the student guide to Montreal column.

American in Montr​​éal: a personal guide

Maya Surrenti, Culture Staff Writer March 28, 2024

Montr​​éal is the perfect weekend getaway for UVM students craving a change of pace. Whether you love being confused in a country that speaks a different language or you adore the Canadian club scene,...

Lydia's illustration for the bathroom graffiti column.

Bathroom stall confessionals: reflections on gender and community practices

Ashna Hille, Culture Staff Writer March 26, 2024

It was spring 2023 when I was taking an English class in Rowell Hall, the nursing and allied health building.  About once a class, I would head to the bathroom across the hall and get lost in the display...

Pastels and florals are common features of Emma’s outfits.

Cynic Fit Check: What the editors are wearing

Grace Wang, Culture Editor March 18, 2024

Vermont is defrosting, spring has sprung and the Cynic editors are stepping out into the new season’s new sunshine with style. Here’s what we look like off the page. Sophia Balunek — Editor-in-Chief “I...

Students gather to eat and work in the renovated Brennan’s Pub Feb. 22

What the Hell Happened to Brennan’s?

Ashna Hille, Culture Staff Writer March 7, 2024

It was quite the shock returning from winter break to see Brennan’s Pub completely stripped of the colorful chairs and tables, walls, student artwork and soft lighting.  The cozy, “UVM” embodying...

A spiral staircase leads to the second floor in a University Heights suite.

UVM Cribs: Stairway to Heaven

Maya Surrenti, Culture Staff Writer February 26, 2024

Celebrity apartments and houses fill the media, but college dorm interior design is largely overlooked. While the internet raves over Dakota Johnson, her limes and her chic green kitchen, college students...

Wylie's illustration for the Saltburn movie review column featuring various illustrative elements from the movie.

Saltburn: Hot Take or a Sloppy Glorification?

Tatum Johnson, Culture Staff Writer February 23, 2024

“Saltburn” quickly became popular after its Nov. 17, 2023 release, but the hype may be unfounded.   The film follows Oliver, portrayed by Barry Keoghan, who is taken under the wing of his more...

First-years Emily Eisenman, Kya Toms and Sofia Foote pose on the slopes at Jay Peak Feb. 3

Cynic fit check: on the slopes

Maggie O’Shea, Culture Staff Writer February 13, 2024

With ski and snowboard season in full swing, UVM students are on the mountain nearly every weekend. These interviews focus on UVM students’ personal style on the mountain, favorite outdoor wear brands,...

Andrew Slowman's cartoon for the cartoon caption collaboration #1. A farmer in the desert pulling up a chicken from the ground.

Cartoon Caption Collaboration

Illustrations Staff and Opinion Staff February 6, 2024

In this collaboration, the illustrations section created a unique cartoon with no caption. The opinion staff was then tasked with coming up with creative captions for the cartoon. Here our the top three...

Molly Parker's illi for the Jake Minch EP review. A sketchy silhouette with headphones on with music notes floating around them.

The best new artist you haven’t heard of: a review of “how many”

Clare Yesilonis, Culture Staff Writer February 5, 2024

From the day that I first received a TikTok of Jake Minch’s original song, “id pick up flowers” two years ago, I became a fan. The video takes place in what I assume to be his bedroom, and he...

Molly's illustration for the Cynic staff ins and outs for 2024. Four green colors balloons reading "2024" being held by four different hands.

Staff Recommends: 2024 ins and outs — editor’s edition

Cynic Editors, Editor February 1, 2024

Staff Recommends: 2024 ins and outs — editor’s edition The Cynic editors have their fingers on the pulse of the trends, or at least we like to think we do. Here is our list of what should be incorporated...

Molly's illustration for the culture staff ins and outs for 2024. Four balloons reading "2024" being held by four different hands.

Staff recommends: 2024 ins and outs

Culture Staff, Culture Staff Writer January 31, 2024

New year. New culture section.  We’re giving it to you straight. Here is what’s going to be in and what’s going to be out in 2024.  IN Playfulness - Clare Yesilonis Whether you’re...

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