Fri. Jan 30th, 2026

Biology students visit Bay City’s W.H. Ales pub

Practical tips for surviving the Michigan winter

Michigan winters are not to be taken lightly. Here are some obvious, yet effective, tips to stay sane and even enjoy the season. This method is highly recommended for good reason — it’s the body’s best defense against the blues. A 2023 review published in the journal “Cureus” states that exercise improves the symptoms of…

Most Americans don’t feel responsible for military action

We don’t think we’re to blame for Venezuela, and the government’s goal is to keep us thinking just that.  Without feeling responsible for our military’s action abroad, we allow the government to act undemocratically without our consent or approval. Both Republican and Democrat presidents take advantage of this, so it takes grassroots movements such as those coming out of universities to make our government accountable to the people again.  On Jan. 3, the U.S. military bombed Caracas,…

Special election scheduled for Michigan’s 35th District

The tri-cities are about to decide which two candidates will represent each party in the upcoming state Senate election, and the student vote is expected to make a difference.   On Feb. 3, voters in Michigan’s 35th district, encompassing much of Saginaw, Midland, and Bay counties, will vote to decide which two candidates will represent their parties in the race for the empty state Senate seat. The…

Hockey team hires new head coach

Saginaw Valley State University’s hockey e-board fired Brandon Orth in his third season as head coach following continued struggles resulting in an eight-game losing streak. The e-board hired Mel Rettell, who most recently coached the Tawas Braves Varsity hockey team for four years.  Joe Blair, e-board vice president, commented on the decision.   “It was really hard for us five,” he stated.…

Watching musicals can be a great way to learn history

Unfortunately, when most people think of history, their memory is overcrowded with dates and facts that don’t always feel meaningful. Many students associate history with textbooks and long chapters, but I believe this mindset can change if we look beyond the printed page.  History can be a really powerful lesson when someone becomes immersed in…

A look ahead: sporting events you won’t want to miss

Thursday, Jan. 29: Women’s basketball will compete against the Parkside Rangers in the James E. O’Neill Area at 5:30 p.m. Men’s basketball will take on the Parkside Rangers at home at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 30: The track and field teams will compete at the Jet’s Pizza Invitational located in the SVSU Fieldhouse at 1:15…

SVSU celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy on campus

SVSU hosted the 17th annual Great Lakes Bay Region Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration on Jan. 22 at Malcolm Field Theater. The auditorium was filled with community members for an evening honoring leadership, service, and civic impact.  Author and business leader Cynt Marshall served as keynote speaker and held a book signing following the program.…

Softball prepares to take the field

The Saginaw Valley State University softball team is gearing up for action as they head into the 2026 season. The Cards are coming back with all eyes on them as they were recently ranked fifth in the 2026 National Fastpitch Coaches Association/GoRout NCAA Division II Preseason Coaches Poll. Last season, the team finished with a…

Horoscopes for academic success this semester

Aries (March 21 – April 19): New semester means new opportunity! Get ready to move, but remember to still pace yourself. Jumping in headfirst might lead to burnout in the long run.  Taurus (April 20 – May 20): Give yourself some stability this semester. Getting a planner or using a virtual calendar might be what…

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