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

Sexuality is a wide spectrum, don’t feel pressured to label yourself

Sexuality is a wide spectrum, don’t feel pressured to label yourself

Annabelle Pattison, Opinion Columnist March 9, 2023

I have always struggled with my sexuality, even when I was too young to truly understand it.  I have distinct memories from sixth grade of various people telling me I must be gay, or at least bisexual,...

Abandon the preconceived notions you carry based on stereotypes

Abandon the preconceived notions you carry based on stereotypes

Tushar Asthana, Features Staff Writer February 24, 2022

A stereotype is defined as a standardized mental picture that is held in common by members of a group and that represents an oversimplified opinion, prejudiced attitude or uncritical judgment, according...

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VSCO girls are not embarrassed. Are you?

Sophie Oehler November 13, 2019

Sksksksksk and I oop- If you’re wondering, no I didn’t have a stroke. I’m just trying to fit in with the VSCO girls. A VSCO girl is any teenage girl who wears oversized T-shirts, Crocs, seashell...

There is no right way to be alternative

There is no right way to be alternative

Gabby Felitto February 8, 2019

As a former emo kid, I’ve noticed white people are poster children for alternative subcultures. This prevents society from acknowledging people of color in the alternative scene. Society’s image...

Don’t tune out when you’re turned on

Don’t tune out when you’re turned on

Gabby Felitto December 14, 2018

Porn is an outlet for everyone to witness their fantasies. However, it is still racist, there are still tropes and white men are still running it, according to the documentary “The Racist History Of...

We need to discuss abusive relationships

We need to discuss abusive relationships

Anonymous, Staff Writer December 13, 2018

As a campus, we’ve opened up a dialogue around more sensitive topics like rape culture. Students aren’t afraid to address hard-hitting issues around sex and relationships. However, there is an astonishing...

Identity runs deeper than skin and speech

Identity runs deeper than skin and speech

Gabby Felitto November 29, 2018

The Latinx community is one of the fastest-growing ethnic groups in America, according to a September 2017 Pew Research Center article. But they have issues concerning who is actually a part of their...

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