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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

Our strings attached: from a distance

Our strings attached: from a distance

Olivia Langlan, Opinion Co-Editor April 3, 2025

In Vermont, family conflict is a remote haze. But when I visit home, all the structures and ideologies I left behind come crashing back into view.  The dynamics that college removes me from become...

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...

The reality of long distance in college

The reality of long distance in college

Emma Dinsmore, Digital Media Editor February 27, 2025

For the first three years of college, I was in a serious long-distance relationship. I got into this relationship right before leaving for college — like, two days before — with someone a year younger...

McAuley Kart singer Kaia Ellis, a sophomore, sings during their set April 1.

Meet the Battle of the Bands finalists

April 4, 2022

Editor’s note: This story was updated 12:54 Oct. 3 to correct the last name of a performer. After three preliminary rounds, an eclectic group of four bands battled it out for the opportunity open for...

Distance Diminished

Distance Diminished

Keely Ehnstrom, Culture Staff Writer March 2, 2022

The ominous red button on my phone screen when I make calls reminds me of the hundreds of miles of distance I try so hard to dismiss.   I miss my family, friends and boyfriend from home, but their...

Passion is the key to true success

Passion is the key to true success

Jackson Schilling December 7, 2018

A common myth at college is that the only way to get a high-paying job is by majoring in a STEM field. In reality, students who dedicate themselves to their passion will be happier overall with their...

On the amazing first-year experience

On the amazing first-year experience

September 2, 2015

Perhaps the most hectic and unpredictable time in life is the first week of college.Being tossed into a new academic environment and expected to succeed, have a social life and get enough sleep is the...

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