Student Viewpoint

Sonic 2017 Review: Mania Does What Forces “Don’t”

In 2017, the world received two new Sonic games, one being a 16-bit, side-scrolling platformer, and the other being a 3D “boost” game similar to Sonic Unleashed and Sonic Colors. Both games were announced side by side in July...

An Update on Zeke Elliot: What we Know & What Reflections it Invites

Ezekiel "Zeke" Elliott. One of the biggest surprises of the Cowboy's 2016/2017 NFL season, Zeke put up insane numbers last year, leading the league in rushing and placing in the top three in overall touchdowns scored. And yet, the...

Super Mario Odyssey Review: The Power Moon is Yours!

In early 2017, the Nintendo Switch Presentation gave Nintendo fans a look into new and exciting installments of beloved franchises. One of the many games showed off was Super Mario Odyssey. After watching the first reveal trailer, I knew...

Do You Play a True Sport?

For some, every Thanksgiving is that time of year when they must come face to face with the extended family. These are the same people whom you might know extremely well from embarrassing stories your parents conjured up from...

How to Solve Jesuit’s Big Problem

Jesuit College Preparatory is definitely a great school. With almost 20 sports, over 100,000 community service hours recorded each year, recognition by the Texas Educational Agency, SAT scores that significantly exceed the national average, and much more, there is no...

Food Adventures Ep. 2: Sushi

Colored portraits of pop culture stars adorn one wall, rock records line another. In the background, soft rock tunes from another decade play. Ambient light floods the small restaurant. Sushi Rock remains a North Dallas gem with its modern design...

Avoiding the Mainstream: Icelandic Rap, Arabic Despacito and More

The intoxicating bass thumps in the background, growing louder and louder until the song settles into a rhythmic, electronic beat, a common trait of successful rap songs.  Climbing to a musical climax to anticipate the beginning of the first...

Cheap Burgers in Paradise: A Matthew’s Meals Review of Inexpensive Burgers in Dallas

The inclusion of burgers in American culture runs deep; nothing is more iconic in the American diet. Some find that notion to be worrying, but to me, I find it to be beautiful. They are a staple of celebrations,...

Food Adventures Episode 1: Korean BBQ

Carrollton, Texas—Escaping the dry heat of the Texas fall, we plunge into the dimly lit restaurant. Immediately we are taken aback by the smell; delicious sauces, seasonings, and steaks meet us at the door. We wait for a table...