The Parthenon

Kesha’s lawsuit has celebrities voicing opinions about women empowerment

Editorial • February 23, 2016

In 2014, Kesha filed a lawsuit against Dr. Luke, her producer who she claims drugged, raped and sexually abused her, causing her to suffer from an eating disorder. Kesha said the abuse had been occurring...

Album Review: Kanye’s “The Life of Pablo”

Nick Morton, Contributor • February 19, 2016

I don’t miss the old Kanye. I am always up for whatever new aesthetic he has to bring to the table. Throughout the duration of recording “Yeezus,” Kanye was having a tough time. He started dipping...

Police-related sexual assualt continues to go unreported

Editorial • February 18, 2016

Two former Los Angeles police officers have been charged with sexual assault while on duty, according to the Los Angeles Times. The LA Times said the charges include “ forcible rape, rape under color...

XOXO, Michael Brown

Michael Brown, Assignment Editor • February 17, 2016

The readers submitted some questions about life, love and everything in between. I answered them as honest as I knew possible. I’m here to keep it real with you when no one else is and to answer with...

Taylor Swift uses acceptance speech as an opportunity to motivate young women

Editorial • February 17, 2016

After an eventful year following the release of the spunky pop album “1989,” Taylor Swift added another Album of the Year title to her shelf during the 2016 Grammy Awards. Swift took the opportunity...

Local businesses show opposition to HB 4012

Editorial • February 16, 2016

The West Virginia House of Delegates passed HB 4012, the “West Virginia Religious Freedom Restoration Act,” Friday. HB 4012 would allow discrimination against LGBT people and any person who does not...

Pop Vulture: Don’t let the media determine your relationship status

Desmond Groves, Contributor • February 12, 2016

In a world dominated by relationships and the pressure of companionship it can sometimes be hard to remember who you are and that it is okay to not be in a relationship. In the media, news outlets...

Beyonce faces backlash for eye-opening Super Bowl performance

Editorial • February 11, 2016

The Super Bowl is a time for Americans of all races, religions and backgrounds to come together, enjoy sports and ignore real issues for a moment. So what in the world was Beyoncé thinking making a statement...

XOXO, Michael Brown

Michael Brown, Assignment Editor • February 10, 2016

The readers submitted some questions about life, love and everything in between. I answered them as honest as I knew possible. I’m here to keep it real with you when no one else is and to answer with...

The Huffington Post takes on Donald Trump

Editorial • February 9, 2016

Former reality television facet and current butt of many a national joke, Donald Trump beat other candidates in the New Hampshire Republican primary on Tuesday. Trump won 35 percent of the voters in New...

Sex in the City: Super Bowl is known for more than just football

Editorial • February 9, 2016

Super Bowl Sunday: a day to eat endless amounts of food and socialize with friends and family while watching one of the most viewed programs on television. While many people enjoy their favorite snacks...

The power of the youth vote could give Sanders the lead he needs

Editorial • February 4, 2016

Ask each of the recent Democratic candidates who won the Iowa caucus: Hillary will claim victory and Bernie will claim a tie. The truth is, due to flawed vote counting procedures, it is unclear. What...