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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

The danger of Christian nationalism and conservatism

The danger of Christian nationalism and conservatism

Cheyenne Rosenberger, Opinion Columnist March 28, 2025

As a Jesus-loving Catholic, I’ve been disappointed to observe that many members of the Catholic and broader Christian community unknowingly deviate from many of his teachings. Growing up with strict...

The myth of "unbiased" journalism

The myth of “unbiased” journalism

Ayelet Kaminski, Opinion Co-Editor March 28, 2025

2024 was the deadliest year for journalists ever recorded, according to the Committee to Protect Journalists.  Furthermore, the Israeli military was responsible for 70% of the journalists killed, the...

Student activism works, no matter what the administration says

Student activism works, no matter what the administration says

Graham Pierce, Guest Columnist March 27, 2025

Most students walk directly into Howe Library without noticing the brass plaque on the wall to their right.  If they did, they might learn something about the history and commemoration — or lack...

A researcher examines a sample Feb. 13.

The future of research at UVM under the Trump administration

Kendall Evans, Culture Staff Writer March 26, 2025

In early February, while working in her psychology lab, professor Alexis Brieant visited the Center for Disease Control website to access the database her research relies on. However, to her surprise,...

Protesters display signs and flags.

Advocacy groups protest Khalil detainment at Howe Library

Alex Strand and Maggie O’Shea March 26, 2025

Several advocacy groups banded together on the Howe Library steps on March 20 to protest the detainment of Mahmoud Khalil, a pro-Palestine activist and prominent member of the encampment at Columbia University...

Men's lacrosse defeats Bryant 16-12 March 22.

Men’s Lacrosse Rallies Against Cancer to defeat No. 2 Bryant University in second conference game

Morgan Milman, Sports Writer March 25, 2025

Men’s lacrosse drew a large crowd for their Rally Against Cancer game on Saturday, March 22 against No. 2 Bryant University. Bryant arrived energized off of a two-game win streak to meet Vermont, hungry...

Women's basketball loses 55-75 against  North Carolina State University March 22.

Women’s basketball challenges NC State in March Madness 

Robbie Levine, Sports Writer March 25, 2025

Following a win over the University of Albany in the America East conference championship, women’s basketball earned a No. 15 seed and a matchup in the first round of the NCAA tournament against No....

Marlene Tromp addresses a public forum in the Silver Maple Ballroom in the Davis Center March 19.

Newly-appointed UVM President addresses concerns over protest response, shuttering of equity centers at Boise State

Noah Diedrich, News Editor March 24, 2025

Marlene Tromp was named as the 28th UVM President on March 20 and will fully step into her new role later this summer, according to a March 20 UVM press release.  Tromp was announced as the sole finalist...

A sign posted to the doors of Jeanne Mance Hall Feb. 20.

Displaced Jeanne Mance residents reckon with housing complications since dorm fire

Noah Diedrich, News Editor March 24, 2025

Former residents of Jeanne Mance Hall are adjusting to life in different residence halls across campus after a fire in the dormitory caused them to move out for the semester. On Thursday, March 6, a...

The Kennedy family name is not what it used to be

The Kennedy family name is not what it used to be

Scott Kent, Opinion Columnist March 21, 2025

The Kennedy name has been enshrined in the minds of Americans since the early 1960s as a symbol of American liberalism.  This legacy has been tarnished and ruined by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.   John...

Our strings attached: comfortably collegiate

Our strings attached: comfortably collegiate

Olivia Langlan, Opinion Co-Editor March 20, 2025

One snowy Sunday evening, my roommates and I went out to dinner because, despite living together, we barely crossed paths that weekend.  Our friendship began during our first-year Orientation. I connected...

Women's basketball defeats UAlbany 62-55 March 14.

Women’s basketball goes to the big dance

Busy Anderson, Sports Editor March 19, 2025

Editor's note: An update to this story was made at 6 pm on March 23. The story previously referred to the location of the game against N.C. State University in Spokane, Wash. and has been updated to reflect...

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