Behind “Stick Season”: How Noah Kahan Turned Pain into Poetry

For some, Noah Kahan sits at the top of their annual Spotify Wrapped. For others, the name is completely unfamiliar. Either way, the breakout star’s journey to fame is worth paying attention to. Kahan’s lyrical genius, raw vocals and humble character set him apart in the music industry, offering a refreshing sense of authenticity that […]

Gen Z isn’t Lazy, They’re Drowning

With unemployment rates among college graduates at an all-time high, many employers have written off Gen Z as lazy, entitled or unwilling to put in the work necessary to succeed. Meanwhile, young adults are entering a workplace unlike anything previous generations have seen before. Artificial intelligence has redefined the hiring process and diminished entry-level jobs, […]

The Internship

When the spring semester begins winding down each academic year, students close their textbooks for the summer, but for some it’s time to put their studies to the ultimate test.  Photo by Abby Wickham Public relations student Shelby Wannemuehler works on her latest project for her internship at MediaCross.

Alone in a Dark Room

How do you deal with self-consciousness in public settings? As humans we are social beings who often strive to become a part of a community. The need to be social and make connections can make the appearance of being alone in public terrifying and off-putting.

Fall Media Talk 2015

Gregg Favre, a captain with the St. Louis Fire Department, was interviewed for MBU’s 2015 fall Media Talk on Nov. 10. Favre spoke to students and staff about communication challenges the Fire Department faced during the events that took place in Ferguson as well as offering students advice in various topics. He was introduced and interviewed by […]

Plans for Thanksgiving

MBU students talk about their plans for Thanksgiving. (In order from start) Tim Koppel will be watching football, Emily Morton will be going to see family and Jim DuBois will be eating turkey. Erick Ocampo’s plans are pending soccer outcomes, and Chris Buzzell will be eating a meal with his basketball team.

Favorite Thanksgiving Side Dishes

Join MBU Timeline Talk field reporters Jerica Marie Drago and Brittany Gammon as they discuss the holiday season. To Julien Soucy stuffing is a Thanksgiving tradition, while Dustin Raney explains the unique fish dish he consumes every November. Toni Stang expresses her love for cheesy cauliflower and Jake Triulzi fantasizes his mashed potatoes and gravy. What […]