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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

“No success without community”: SGA President Mahder Teferra's parting words

“No success without community”: SGA President Mahder Teferra’s parting words

Nora Sissenich, Features Editor May 7, 2025

Last year, when UVM students elected Mahder Teferra as SGA President, they turned her slogan into reality — “Make it Mahder.” Now a senior, Teferra has long been dedicated to making a positive...

Common Ground Values displayed on blocks outside Davis Center April 30.

UVM quietly removes DEI language from websites, office names

Noah Diedrich, News Editor May 2, 2025

In late March, employees of the Office of Equity, Belonging and Student Engagement learned in a staff meeting that their office would undergo a rebranding and strip the word "equity" from its title. The...

Evolution of the stoner movie

Evolution of the stoner movie

Ayelet Kaminski, Opinion Co-Editor May 1, 2025

The stoner comedy is such a mainstay in popular culture that it’s hard to imagine a world of film without it.  But with the legalization of weed for recreational purposes being a relatively recent...

Vapes began to rise in popularity in the late 2010s.

Nicotine’s generational comeback

Mackenzie Bender, Culture Staff Writer April 30, 2025

Since elementary school, education on the harmful effects of tobacco and nicotine is taught all around the country.  From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention PSAs that played on TV and the...

Blue Light removed from the Waterman green March 25.

University uproots Blue Lights from campus, completing yearslong phase-out

Evan Witt, Cynic News Reporter April 29, 2025

The University’s Blue Light System stations around campus were removed in late March, marking the final shift to the CATSafe app as the primary on-campus security measure, said Michael Schirling, chief...

A Boogie Wit da Hoodie and backup dancers hyping up the crowd April 26.

A Boogie Wit da Hoodie headlines SpringFest

Sarah Koegler, Co-Photo Editor April 28, 2025

One of UVM Program Board’s most anticipated events of the year took place Saturday, April 26, with students flocking to Patrick Gymnasium for SpringFest, arriving as early as 10:30 a.m.  Preparation...

Protesters gather in downtown Burlington April 14.

Students, staff rally outside Öztürk hearing

Noah Diedrich, News Editor April 28, 2025

Members of the UVM community rallied in front of the Vermont District Court in Burlington on Monday, April 14, to protest the detainment of Rümeysa Öztürk and support her legal team while the hearing...

UVM students and faculty began the protest at the Waterman building April 23.

Students call for Mahdawi’s release outside hearing

Alex Strand, Cynic News Reporter April 28, 2025

Early in the morning of April 23, UVM students and faculty marched from the steps of the Waterman building to join Burlington community members outside of the U.S. District Court building on Elmwood Avenue. Inside,...

Survival guide: finals week

Survival guide: finals week

Ayelet Kaminski, Opinion Co-Editor April 18, 2025

It’s everyone’s favorite time of year: the sun is shining, flowers are blooming and campus feels alive again. But you can’t relax just yet.  A spectre is haunting campus — the spectre of finals.  Whether...

Ashley's bed is decorated for a big/little reveal Oct. 19, 2022.

The unique realities of queer students in Greek life

Jessie Rose Seymour, Features Staff Writer April 18, 2025

From Kake Walking to sexual assault allegations and chapter suspensions, the reputation of fraternity and sorority life at UVM, comprising only 8% of the student population, is complex.  In recent...

In defense of hedonism in college

In defense of hedonism in college

Lucas Martineau, Opinion Columnist April 17, 2025

Get the degree. Build the résumé. Network. Intern. Graduate early if you can and move on. For a generation obsessed with maximizing productivity, college has become just another step on the grand...

A love letter to opinion

A love letter to opinion

Emma Dinsmore, Digital Media Editor April 17, 2025

I have been writing for the Cynic’s opinion section since I first got to college. When I joined, I was a scared first-year who was looking to continue to build my passion for writing and find a space...

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