The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

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

Mini opinions: The best classes at UVM

Opinion Staff, Staff Writers November 8, 2022

Looking for a class to add to your schedule next semester? Look no further—the Cynics of opinion have you covered. With course registration season upon us, the opinion writers wanted to share the...

Noah Kahan ushers in the “Stick Season” at Higher Ground

Noah Kahan ushers in the “Stick Season” at Higher Ground

Keely Ehnstrom, Culture Staff Writer November 8, 2022

The season of the sticks lurks in the shadows of each falling leaf. Luckily, someone wrote a New England guide of what to expect.  Noah Kahan released his album “Stick Season” Oct. 14 and two weekends...

Start therapy before you feel you need it

Start therapy before you feel you need it

Emma Dinsmore, Opinion Columnist November 7, 2022

Content warning: discussion of mental illness, disordered eating Overcoming my fear of therapy before reaching a mental health crisis was the best thing I ever did for my mental wellbeing. Therapy...

The Waterman building seen Nov. 3. UVM administration recently released updates concerning their work to support Jewish students on campus.

Provost provides updates on supporting UVM’s Jewish community

Halsey McLaen, News Editor November 3, 2022

Patricia Prelock, provost and senior vice president, identified several new updates from UVM administration concerning the ongoing work the University is engaging in to support Jewish students on campus...

Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan is a Band-Aid for a much greater systemic problem

Biden’s student loan forgiveness plan is a Band-Aid for a much greater systemic problem

Angelika Hillios, Opinion Columnist November 3, 2022

This August, the Biden Administration finally followed through on its campaign promise to cancel a portion of student debt for low- to middle-income borrowers, according to an Aug. 24 New York Times article. While...

The Vermont International Film Festival showcased 64 films from Oct. 21-30. The festival is held at Main Street Landing Performing Arts Center in Burlington.

Film industry revamping, Vermont International Film Festival bigger than ever

Kailey Shea, Culture Staff Writer November 2, 2022

For 10 days out of the year, filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts alike experience life in Serbia, France, Egypt and Italy without having to leave Burlington’s lakeside community. The Vermont International...

Native American Heritage Month is every month

Native American Heritage Month is every month

Christophe Meunier, Opinion Columnist November 2, 2022

I am only one-sixteenth Mi'kmaq and Huron, and you would not be able to tell by simply looking at me. However, in my time at UVM, spanning two years now, I've only met two other students with any Indigenous...

Young voters should take initiative to become more informed

Young voters should take initiative to become more informed

Aditi Saleh, Opinion Columnist November 1, 2022

Millions of voters will cast their ballot on Nov. 8, Election Day. While voting is open to those aged 18 and over, many end up not exercising this constitutional right. The U.S. has a significantly...

A sign supporting Vermont’s Reproductive Liberty Amendment Oct. 21. The purpose of the ballot measure is to ensure reproductive autonomy for everyone in Vermont.

The future of reproductive autonomy in Vermont

Camille Sweet, Feature Staff Writer November 1, 2022

When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade earlier this year, Vermont’s Reproductive Liberty Amendment gained traction with its potential to protect Vermonters’ reproductive autonomy.  The RLA...

Land acknowledgement isn’t enough

Land acknowledgement isn’t enough

Ayelet Kaminski, Opinion Columnist October 28, 2022

UVM has failed to ever truly recognize and atone for its role in the dispossession of Indigenous peoples.  The Abenaki tribe, in particular, are the Indigenous people of the N’kadinna, which includes...

Kristina Shanahan ‘22 and Alyssa Holmes ‘22 return to the Gutterson Fieldhouse playing for the Montreal Force against the Boston Pride Oct. 23.

UVM hockey alums make pro debut in preseason game on Catamount ice

Elizabeth Roote, Features Editor October 27, 2022

Fans with hand-made signs cheered on the Montreal Force from the stands of the Gutterson Fieldhouse at 3 p.m. Oct. 23 to support the professional debut of both the team and many of its individual players,...

Culture staff recommends: Best places to kiss or cry

Culture staff recommends: Best places to kiss or cry

Culture Staff October 26, 2022

Maya Surrenti – Austin Hall bike room makeout Picture this: it's two in the morning and your roommate is fast asleep. Your Friday night has either gone very well or very poorly and you need a...

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