SVSU Moot Court to Send Competitors to Nationals
Saginaw Valley State University’s Moot Court has seen recent success, with some members advancing to Nationals. The competition, which will be held at the University of Kentucky College of Law, will range […]
Next Week On campus: Timeline of upcoming events
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Scarlet’s Showcase showcases SVSU talents on Dec. 1
With the holiday season nearing and exams inching ever closer, some Cardinals are making the season a little brighter by showcasing their talents. Maggie Bird, fourth year nursing major & president of […]
Review: This book has great ideas for food and fun
Every adult mentions how difficult it is to pay bills. No one mentions how difficult it is to find food every day, three times a day and seven days a week. Growing […]
Advice: More boundaries and less people-pleasing
Hi Vince, I hope you don’t mind that I sent this. I noticed that I have problems not putting my needs before others’, if I want to live a life that’s my […]
The last message from the Editor-in-Chief
Working for the newspaper over the years has been an experience I wouldn’t trade for the world. Despite having nothing to do with my major, it has taught me more than anything […]
Everyone should share their Spotify Wrapped
I think everybody should share their Spotify wrapped (and apple replay). I’m an avid music listener, with my time spent listening to music on Spotify alone averaging 75,000 minutes each year, I […]
Film Review: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is a hit
I think before I get into the nitty-gritty of this review, I feel like I should give this opinion: if you want to fully understand the genius that is Suzanne Collin’s young […]
2023’s Spotify Wrapped: Why I Won’t be Sharing Mine
With Spotify wrapped having just come out I think now is a good time to explain why I won’t be sharing mine for the world to see. For starters, my music taste […]
Student Profile: Jeff Reseigh senior baseball player
Jeff Reseigh enters his senior season with the Cardinal Baseball team. Going into this season with 11 RBIs, and a .275 average previously, Reseigh is likely to be a star on the […]
SVSU Track and Field excels in the 2023 Holiday Open
On Dec. 2 both the men and women’s track and field team competed in the starter of the 2023-2024 season. It was the Holiday Open held at SVSU. Women’s: Junior Alexa Keiser […]
Photo Story: Pride Prom
Residential Life staff collaborates with the Student Association to host a vibrant and inclusive Pride Prom for all students. Excited students gather to touch up their outfits and makeup, eagerly anticipating more […]
Positivity for mental health
It seems that many of us are beginning to feel the effect of the beginning of the Michigan winters, sleeping more than usual, and other issues when it comes to this time […]
Season Sports Reviews, Moving into Winter Athletics
Overall, SVSU’s full athletics have worked hard to get through their seasons. The Women’s Soccer team finished their season on Nov. 2 with a tough lost to Ferris State. However, their overall […]
Student Profile: Nick Bozarth, Cross Country Distance
Nick Bozarth, a mechanical engineering student and cross-country team member, is finishing up his season at SVSU on November 18th with a post-season NCAA Division II championship meet at Missouri Southern. Bozarth’s […]
People need to stop getting me sick or I’m done
I hated high school, and college is not much better. High school was miserable because of the seven-hour days, half an hour lunches and the fluorescent lights you couldn’t seem to escape. […]
Review: The Era’s Tour movie is a must see for all fans
Taylor Swift has been in the headlines a lot lately. With her billion dollar tour, new romance, and re-releases of her old music. The Era’s tour was one that all fans wanted […]
Why do people believe in Tarot cards and fortune telling?
Fortune telling has been something that has been used throughout societies for centuries, but what are the origins of these so-called oracle cards? With the resurgence in popularity seeming to explode on […]
SVSU needs to plan breaks out better for students
It’s been 10 weeks since classes started and nine weeks since Labor Day. There are still three weeks until Thanksgiving break. At every turn, there is a sick student. Every day, someone […]
Taylor Swift club, Cardinal’s Version, makes its debut
SVSU is home to many clubs and is constantly seeing new ones pop up. One of those new ones is Cardinal’s Version. A club on campus for Taylor Swift fans. The club, […]
ACDA holds clothing drive to support Cardinal Closet
The American Choral Directors Association (ACDA) held a clothing drive on campus to help support Cardinal Closet. Mikayla Fillinger, Music Education Major first year, and Vice President of the SVSU’s ACDA chapter […]
Next Week On campus: Timeline of upcoming events
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Community News
University Village West: University Village West is looking to hear campus input on the 450 community center and programming in progress. UVW community council secretary Kaitlyn McCauley sums up the councils current […]
Photo Story: Student Association Hosts SVSU Police for student discussions
Left: Students get sweets courtesy of the SVSU police. Vanguard Photographer | Evan Turk Center: Students eat during the police roundtable discussions. Vanguard Photographer | Evan Turk Right: SVSU police officers engaging […]
Dine and Connect brings students and employers together
Career services hosts events for all students to attend on campus in hopes of improving their future job prospects by building skills and networking to get ahead in the job market. Lizzi […]
Cats for a cause
Morgan Fiedler, 1st year Master of Public Health student and Chapter President of NRHH– the National Residence Hall Honorary, spoke out on behalf of the group which advocates for the interests and […]
Fun things to do for Halloween
With the halloween season rapidly approaching– one of college students’ favorite times of the year– there’s always the question of what things are there actually to do within Saginaw, Bay City, Midland, […]
Best places to see the fall colors
Growing up in the area, I consider many things to be overlooked by students from time to time on what is actually available to them out in the community versus on what […]
Student Profile: Josh Buettner, freshman football star
Josh Buettner is a first-year defensive lineman for the SVSU Football team. After graduating from New Boston Huron High School, Buettner joined the Cardinals in hopes of helping to bring home the […]
Student Profile: Angelina Delbosque, senior sprinter
Angelina Delbosque is a senior sprinter for SVSU’s Track and Field team. Delbosque hopes to graduate with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science student and is on a Pre-PT track for Graduate […]
Student Profile: Andrew Quinn, shotput
Andrew Quinn is a second-year pre nursing student and a Track and Field team member primarily participating in shot put. Quinn chose to join the team here at SVSU because of the […]
People need to stop getting me sick or I’m done
People should stop getting me sick. People should stop getting anyone sick. In the past week, I’ve seen more cases of Strep Throat than I did in Elementary School. Post-Covid, I’m shocked […]
Review: Proper Taco offers great food at low prices
A cheap restaurant that still serves good food can be hard to come by. Of course, there’s fast food but that’s not the same thing. Occasionally I want to be able to […]
Simple ways anyone can combat the winter blues
If you’ve lived in Michigan for as long as I have, you know the weather change comes with occasional doom and gloom. As the days grow shorter, it can have more of […]
Better study spaces on campus are needed
Professors expect only the best from their students, yet everyone is forced to sit in uncomfortable and stuffy, hot study spaces with bad lighting to get their homework done. Studying at a […]
Photo story: SVSU hosts College of ED. job fair on campus
Crafty Cardinals kicks off with craft sale on Oct. 17
One of SVSU’s newest RSO’s, Crafty Cardinals, held a craft sale on Oct. 17 and 19. During the sale, members of the Eboard socialized with community members outside of the library while […]
Simology club plays Sims to destress and bond
The Simology club had their first official meeting of the year on Oct. 20. President and psychology major Maddie Swiger went to explain what the club means to her: “I’m really proud […]
Photo Story: Homecoming Football Victory
Homecoming brings SVSU hometown-pride
Homecoming Week at SVSU is something many students look forward to throughout the Fall Semester, and this year was no different. This year’s theme, “Made in Michigan,” was chosen to “foster a […]
SVSU Pride Center celebrates Coming Out Day
SVSU Pride, a university organization which aims to empower and support LGBT students, helped campus to celebrate national coming out day on Oct. 11. Scott Reed, the coordinator of SVSU Pride, explained […]
Chicken Potato Soup – A Hearty Comfort in a Bowl
Chicken potato soup, a classic comfort food, now holds a special place in my heart. I recently had the pleasure of savoring this homemade version of the soul-warming dish, and it exceeded […]
Alumni Profile: Karlie Tweeden
Karli Tweeden (née Jenkins) is an SVSU alumni who graduated in 2013 as a theatre major and social work minor. When asked about what initially interested her in going into theatre, she […]
SVSU Professor Joins the Criminal Justice Society for Informative Presentation
The SVSU Criminal Justice Program hosted a captivating presentation by forensic psychologist Randall Christensen, shedding light on the intriguing and demanding field of forensic psychology. The event took place on Oct. 9th […]
Photo Story: A look inside Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum
Student Profile: Makaylah Roberts, SVSU Volleyball player
Makaylah Roberts, a third-year Secondary Education major, plays as a Middle Hitter for the SVSU Women’s Volleyball Team. Roberts is going on year two of holding a roster spot on the team […]
Student Profile: Alexis Tracy, Cross-Country
Alexis Tracy is a third-year student-athlete who runs for the Cross-Country team. Throughout this season, Tracy has been working on staying healthy and focused as their season progresses, especially looking towards the […]
Dear Housing: The dorms are too cold and I don’t like it
Dear Housing, I mean no disrespect, however, I live here and I like to abide by your rules and not bring active fire hazards into my unit in university housing. Therefore, as […]
Society should focus less on Taylor Swift’s rumored love life
Taylor Swift has been everywhere in the headlines recently, but not for the reason most would expect. She has been able to maintain her fame since was 16 years old, keeping the […]
Advice: How can students get more involved on campus?
Letter: Good morning Vince, SVSU offers so many resources that often go unused, unnoticed, and unrecognized. My question is, how can students discover these resources, and most importantly, how do you feel […]
Review: Loki brings another great season to TV
Trust that Loki, the God of Mischief, never disappoints. He comes back from the grave time and time again stronger than before, and it appears his show is the same way. It’s […]
Recipe Review: Chai Sugar Cookies are perfect for fall
This Chai Sugar Cookie Recipe is totally worth the hype— I fully endorse it, and so does the one and only Taylor Swift. Back in 2014, the singer made a Tumblr post […]
Club Feature: Active Minds uses mental-health centered activities for effective campus outreach
One club SVSU offers to students is Active Minds. Jamie McArthur, third-year criminal justice major and Active Minds President, explained what the club is all about. “Active Minds is a mental health […]
Club Feature: Cardinal Dance offers studentsan energized and accepting team experience
Cardinal Dance is one of the many clubs offered on campus to students. Maggie Bird, fourth-year nursing student and president of Cardinal Dance explained more about the club. “Cardinal Dance is made […]
Arts R Us: Cultivating creativity and community
Arts R Us had their first meeting of the year on Sept. 17. Antonio Potter, Treasurer of the club and third year Criminal Justice Major, explained how it went: “The first meeting […]
Photo Story: Battle of The Valleys Football Game
Photo Story: Pastries and Politics
Photo Story: Loteria Night
Photo Story: Greeks in the Square
Student Profile: Tyler Scheid, SVSU basketball player
Tyler Scheid plays against Lake Superior State University on Jan. 21 2023. She is currently in her fifth year and started as a walk in. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie Tyler […]
Student Profile: Tre Garrett SVSU basketball
SVSU graduate student Tre Garrett plays at a home game against Hope college on Nov. 3 2022. Garrett used to be a football player. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie Tre Garrett […]
An open letter to Freshman: please stop starting fires
I love my freshman residents very much, however, theres one thing I need to ask of you. Please stop tripping your smoke alarms. I know they’re really sensitive here and maybe this […]
Review: Creation Coffee is a great local coffee spot
SVSU is surrounded by coffee shops with Starbucks on campus and other places just down the road. One of those shops, which is often overlooked by students, is Creation Coffee. I recently […]
The Ryder Center should be open earlier for students
Less people should be at the gym when I go. Let me explain: a crowded gym is no fun for anybody. It leads to the extinction of personal space, wasted time standing […]
We should make better use of the outdoors
Many can agree that Saginaw Valley arguably has a wonderfully beautiful campus that many take advantage of daily within these fleeting warm days. It always makes me smile passing from meeting to […]
Student Profile: Isabel Losa, SVSU theater student
Isabel Losa, who plays Henry Gilfoyle, aka Bluebeard in the play, Burning Bluebeard is a theater major and minor at SVSU. She explained the show as “Written by Jay Torrance, who came […]
Interview with College Democrats President Diva Patel
College Democrats President Diva Patel. University Communications Diva Patel, College Democrats President, double majoring in political science and cell biology, molecular biology, and biomedical sciences was looking forward to meeting with the […]
Active Minds holds empty chair display to raise suicide awareness across campus
Thirteen vacant chairs have been arranged to symbolize the over one-thousand students who are absent due to suicide. Each chair represents about 85 students. Vanguard Photographer | Anna Alexander Mental health based […]
Photo Story: Football falls to Indianapolis
A letter to the class of 2027
Dear SVSU Freshmen, the class of 2027– I remember being in your shoes once, a few fall semesters ago. Though our journeys are different, and we all find our different ways through […]
SVSU Program Board: Brewing up campus fun with Coffee House
Students Hard at Work during Program Board’s Coffee House Event. Vanguard Photographer | Evan Turk It was all smiles as the Valley Vanguard sat down with Monica Bruman, a third-year education major, and […]
Swing dancing club kick-starts new semester
Swing dancing club reunited for a new semester, dancing and welcoming new members on Sept. 11 in C 181. Jamie Eichert, President of Swing Saginaw and second-year Elementary Education major, explains why […]
SVSU hosts its tenth annual 9/11 memorial 5K race with The Travis Manion Foundation
A woman and child during the 2021 run.Vanguard Archive This past Sunday, September 10th, Saginaw Valley State University held its tenth annual 9/11 Heroes run. The 5k race began at 10 A.M. […]
Student Profile: Mike O’Horo Quarterback
SVSU quarterback Michael O’Horo poses for a photo right before the teams game on Aug. 31, the first game of the year. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie On Friday, Sept. 8 […]
Student Profile: Derrick T. Hinton SVSU wide receiver
Wide receiver Derrick Hinton warms up at practice.Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie Derrick T. Hinton Jr, Sr. wide receiver for SVSU Football, talked in depth about his time playing football. When […]
Student Profile: Connor Beach, soccer
Connor Beach regains control of the ball at the Aug. 25 game, the first home game of the season.Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie Connor Beach, sophomore student athlete who plays for […]
Photo Story: Program board’s Pinterest night kicks off with flags
Investigative follow up- What’s changed at the Mental Health and Wellness Center
On Jan. 2022 the Valley Vanguard published an article detailing the “lies and toxic work environment” that staff had experienced while working at the Mental Health and Wellness Center on campus. With […]
Free advice: Happy roommates happy life
College classes make college difficult, but there’s something worse than even that which leads to a horrendous college experience: college roommates. Now, to clear things up, there is also nothing else that […]
Please come and work for the Valley Vanguard… please
As an RA in a freshman facility, I’m told constantly about the importance of being involved on campus. That being said, I think an amazing way for students (no matter their class […]
Horoscopes for the week of Sept. 11
Aries This week is all about accepting change, whether it be big or small. With Mercury in retrograde this week it’s the perfect time for some open communication. Taurus Reflection, reflection, reflection. […]
Photo Story: Football wins fifth-straight Axe Bowl
Photo Story: Men’s Soccer win 3-2 against Northwood
Photo Story: Student Association holds Red Pride Picnic
The SVSU Dance Team unveils their captivating new routine in rehearsal. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie The Women’s Club Rugby team shares the many reasons why rugby is a thrilling and […]
Theater preview: exciting events await
Photo: Dow Visiting Scholar & Artist – Jay Torrence. This year, the SVSU Theater Program has so much to offer to the student body and the surrounding communities. Dave Rzeszutek, the chair […]
Photo Story: Women’s Soccer wins 3-0 against Truman
The Women’s Soccer team huddles for pre-game motivation. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie Sarah Fredericks seizes the ball, launching it toward Truman’s net. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie Kaley Douglass anticipates Larissa […]
Photo Story: Football team wins Red Feather Classic, 34-24
The Cardinal Football team charges onto the field, prepared to kick off the football season with determination. Vanguard Photographer | Capri Kloha The Cardinal Running Back Terrance Brown celebrates a fumble recovery with […]
SVSU Pride: Creating inclusivity and connection on campus
SVSU Pride is back and better than ever. SVSU Pride, the on-campus organization caters to students in the LGBTQIA+ community is located inside the Multicultural Student Center (SC 111), just down the […]
SVSU hosts job fair during first week of school
Students connect with a variety of employers during the job fair. Vanguard Photo Editor | Justin Kruskie The Office of Career Services held the first job fair of the semester on Aug. 29 […]
SVSU Esports ‘pros vs. Joes’ fundraising event held to benefit First Ward Community Center
SVSU Esports held a “pros vs Joes” fundraising event to benefit First Ward Community Center on April 13. The event raised over $1000 for the organization. The event was a competition between […]
SVSU Softball splits double-header with PNW
On April 15, Saginaw Valley’s softball team played a double header against Purdue Northwest for the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC). Junior Sydney Herioux scored the single run of the first […]
Student employees need to be paid a living wage
Being a college student is a big commitment for its unique balancing act of academics, work, and personal time. I know many students who have little personal time due to being overwhelmed […]
FEME hosts sexual assault awareness bingo event
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and as a part, FEME partnered with the Michigan Forensic Examiners to put on an awareness bingo event. FEME (Femxle Empowerment & Multicultural Education) is a […]
Review: look-back at 4 years as an SVSU cardinal
For most of the members of the Class of 2023, myself included, we could spend ages simply trying to assemble the right combination of words to put on a page to explain […]
Review: “Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves”
Good fantasy movies and t.v. shows are hard to come by. Some, like “Lord of the Rings”, stand the testament of time as an epic adventure quest. In more recent years, “The […]
Baseball wins double-header against Parkside
SVSU men’s baseball traveled to Kenosha Wisconsin to take on the University of Wisconsin-Parkside in a double header over the weekend. The team scored 22-7 in the first and 10-5 in the […]
Shinedown ignites Saginaw with an electrifying performance
Shinedown’s highly anticipated world tour began on April 4 at the Dow Event Center in Saginaw, MI, delivering a memorable, high-energy rock show that exceeded all expectations. The American rock band, known […]
Photo Story: SVSU celebrates Coop’s Birthday
Photo Story: SVSU hosts annual robotics competition
Climate Stick Club invites speakers to campus
Saginaw Valley State University’s (SVSU) Registered Student Organization (RSO) the Climate Stick Club will be hosting climate change advocates for a lecture followed by a fireside chat to spread awareness about climate […]
Michigan author speaks with students
Award winning Michigan author Anne-Marie Oomen visited Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) last week to teach students about literacy and writing. Oomen is a dramatist, poet, memoirist, and teacher. She won A […]
Dance team moves to finals in Orlando
The Saginaw Valley State University dance team recently competed in the Dance Team Union 2023 College Classic competition, ranking first place in Jazz, second place in Hip Hop, and fourth place in […]
Creator of International Day of Trangender Visibility visits campus, holds discussion
Student Association presidential election sees incumbent Urlaub claim victory
The Student Association election cycle has finished for the 2023-2024 academic year. This election had the presidential seat up for grabs. The race commenced between incumbent Austin Urlaub and opponent Vince Ford. […]
Cardinals sweep Parkside in double-header
The Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) baseball team kicked off the start of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) with a double win on April 1. The team headed to Grand […]
Photo story: SVSU hosts Lagoona Bloo for BINGO Night
With flair and charisma, Lagoona Bloo sets the stage for an entertaining evening of Drag Queen Bingo at Saginaw Valley State University. Vanguard Photographer | Anna Alexander
Saginaw Art Museum to showcase SVSU students works
Students from professor Andrea Ondish’s Arts Management and Safety BFA Seminar class will be curating an exhibition at the Saginaw Art Museum. A requirement of the course is that students curate their […]
Book banning in schools is harmful to education
I remember reading “The Book Thief” by Markus Zusak when I was in seventh grade. “The Book Thief” is a story about a young girl living in Nazi Germany. I remember there […]
SVSU to host famed Michigan author Anne-Marie Oomen
This week, award winning Michiganauthor Anne-Marie Oomen willbe visiting Saginaw Valley StateUniversity (SVSU) and the surroundingcommunity to promote literature andwriting. Oomen is a dramatist, poet, memoirist,and teacher. She won A WP’s Sue […]
You should stop e-mailing me unless it’s important
I would like to start this with a disclaimer that this op-ed does not apply to any residents in the building which I work, any of my professors, bosses, colleagues, Vanguard readers […]
Women’s tennis loses against Michigan Tech
On March 31, Saginaw Valley State University women’s tennis lost a matchup against Michigan Tech during the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC), 4-3. The double matches allowed for one point earned […]
Review: ‘The Swarm’ is a binge-worthy horror-comedy
Who is your favorite artist? It may seem like an innocent question, but when posed by Andrea Greene your answer better be Ni’Jah, or it could be a question of life or […]
FEME hosts Womxn’s 5 under 5 panel as
part of Womxn’s History Month celebration
Several Saginaw Valley State University alumni were featured as panelists in a Womxn’s 5 under 5 panel. The panel, held virtually on March 20, was organized by the registered student organization (RSO) […]
GLIAC double-header sets records for SVSU
In their first Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) games of the 2023 season, Saginaw Valley State University’s baseball team hosted Purdue University Northwest. The Cardinals (10-9, 2-0) emerged victorious in the […]
Junior Sara Moos continues her softball career
After winning the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC) last year and making it to the finals at regionals, the third baseman of SVSU’s softball team pushes to succeed this season. Junior […]
Event Photo: OMSA and SA host “Beautiful in Braids”
You have to push yourself if you want to grow
We were all born not knowing how to walk. We didn’t simply stand up one day and run around. We had to teach ourselves, by grabbing on to furniture and other people, […]
Event Photo: SA hosts “Yoga with Tina Owen” event
We should have a more intimate relationship with food
Do you know where your food comes from? And no, I don’t mean the supermarket. Saying that food is important is an understatement; as living organisms, we have to eat to survive. […]
Review: ‘Daisy Jones and The Six’ worth watching
Book-to-screen adaptations are always tricky to get just right. Turning hundreds of pages of character development and plot into a digestible film or T.V series is a daunting task. While the burden […]
Police Briefs
Former student arrested on outstanding warrant On March 20, officers received a notification from Novi PD regarding a former student with an outstanding SVSU PD warrant. The former student was arrested and […]
SVSU students qualify for National Forensic Association National Championship
Two Saginaw Valley State University students, Evangeline Cruz, and Nimnan Wuyep, have qualified to compete at the National Forensic Association National Championship in April. Cruz, a communication major from Detroit, will present […]
SVSU student wins $300 scholarship in art competition
Saginaw Valley State University student Austin Hlinka, a thirdyear graphic design major, was named as the winner of a label design contest created for the Theodore Roethke Poetry and Arts Festival. The […]
Photo Story: Womxn’s leadership luncheon panel inspires SVSU students and faculty
FEME holds annual bra drive to benefit local shelter
In honor of Women’s History Month, one of Saginaw Valley State University’s (SVSU’s) registered student organizations (RSOs) is holding a bra drive throughout the month of March. FEME stands for Femxle Empowerment […]
Review: Loud Thoughts is an excellent local band
When it comes to music, I almost always dig something that is complex. I was involved in band during my secondary school years, so I understand the meaning of balance and layering […]
Baseball wins against CMU with a 7-4 score
On March 15, SVSU traveled to Mount Pleasant to take on Central Michigan University. SVSU came out with a 7-4 win after having all its home games for the week canceled. SVSU […]
“Simology Club” launches for gaming fans at SVSU
Simolgy Club is a new RSO on campus. It is focused on The Sims 4 but will provide students with a relaxed environment to play any games. The club is currently still […]
SVSU earns Military Friendly silver status
SVSU has been recognized for its commitment to and support of military-affiliated students. The school has earned a silver status for 2023- 24. In order to achieve this recognition, schools are assessed […]
Students deserve higher-quality toilet paper
When it comes to university amenities, one aspect that often goes overlooked is the quality of toilet paper provided in campus bathrooms. Unfortunately, it’s no secret that university toilet paper is typically […]
Children’s mobile game ads are getting very disturbing
I was watching my niece and nephew play some games on a tablet recently, and something really stood out to me. The game ads they were getting weren’t exactly appropriate, my niece’s […]
Softball splits in double header against Findlay
On March 16, SVSU’s softball team took on the University of Findlay in a double header. SVSU took home the win in game one with a score of 5-2. Junior Alexis Gills […]
Tennis loses both matches over the weekend
SVSU women’s tennis lost both of its matches over the weekend. On March 17, the team traveled to Purdue. Freshmen Amelia Dickinson and Johanna Michahelles were the only players to win their […]
SVSU professors receive humanities grant
Professors from the English Department, Dr. Natalia Knoblock and Dr. Veronica Drake, have been awarded a prestigious grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to implement a two-week institute for […]
Photo Story: SVSU E-Sport competes in tournament
Roethke Poetry Festival returns to SVSU after COVID-19
Theodore Roethke, a Saginaw native and Pulitzer prize winning poet, will be celebrated with a festival in his honor from March 17 to March 22. Roethke (May 25, 1908-Aug. 1 1963) is […]
Cats vs. Dogs: Cats are the superior pet overall
One of the longest standing debates between pet owners is cats vs. dogs, without a doubt, though, the clear champion is the cat. I grew up with cats my whole life, so […]
Cats vs. Dogs: Vanguard dog responds to pup slander
I have two kitty friends that I love a lot. I think they’re really cool, even if they don’t always want to play with me. However, as a USDA certified good girl, […]
Softball wins multiple games over spring break
SVSU’s softball team traveled to Clermont Florida on March 6 to take on Minnesota State-Mankato. The team took home the win with a score of 5-4 in nine innings. Senior Sarah Gersch […]
Police Briefs
Bicycle theft at UV East On Mar. 1, a commuter student at SVSU had their bicycle stolen from UV East. The suspect was tracked by officers from the time he took the […]
Campus dining shouldn’t completely close for breaks
Not everyone has the means to go home for spring break. Some students are international, some have transportation issues, and some people just really don’t wan to go home for personal reasons. […]
Baseball leaves spring break with a 5-4 record
On March 10, SVSU traveled to Auburndale Florida to compete against University of Minnesota Duluth. They won 7-5 against the Bulldogs. SVSU started a game with the lead until Duluth managed four […]
ADDY awards recognize marketing excellence
Staff and students from Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) have been recognized for their creativity in marketing and advertising. This honor comes as students and staff received 14 ADDY awards in the […]
Alumni inspire students at ‘5 under 5’ event
Forever Red, an RSO at Saginaw Valley State University, held a “5 under 5” event as a part of “I Heart SV Week”. The event featured five alumni who have graduated within […]
Professor receives teacher education award
Anne Tapp, professor of teacher education, received the David G. Imig Award for Distinguished Achievement in Teacher Education from the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education (AACTE). This award recognizes distinguished […]
Police Briefs
Advertisement for fake ID found in SVSU dormitory On Feb. 14, officers received an email from an SVSU resident director stating someone had slid an advertisement for a fake ID under their […]
SVSU named leader in international education
Saginaw Valley State University has been named a leader for international education. The announcement comes after two SVSU professors–Andrea Frederick, professor nursing, and Natalia Knoblock, associate professor of English–were named as 2022-23 […]
Active Minds holds self-love table sit for NEDA week
On Feb. 16 Active Minds held a “Love Your Body” table sit to promote awareness of eating disorders. Active Minds is a registered student organization (RSO) that aims to end the stigma […]
Preview: Marshall Fredricks ‘Lunch and Learn’ event
The Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum will be hosting a “Lunch and Learn” event to examine the prominence of John Brown in American abolition history. Attendees will have the opportunity to deepen […]
Review: Marvel’s “Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania”
Following “Avengers: Infinity War”, it may be surprising that Marvel continues to follow the lives of popular superheroes from the series in new movies. For many films, dragging on a franchise after […]
Foreign cars are better than American-built models
For most of us, our first cars were something of a “hand-me-down.” We didn’t really get to choose what we wanted. With today’s prices, it can still feel like we don’t have […]
Trying to have complete control will make you miserable
Emphasizing a life that is under one’s thorough control stems from the mindset that you need a total degreeof influence over the things and people that connect to you, and such a […]
Baseball loses against Maryville University
SVSU played against Maryville University on Saturday but, unfortunately, saw a loss at 13-5. The team managed a three-run lead in the fifth. The Saints were able to come back and secure […]
Women’s basketball loses to Parkside, 75-65
On Feb. 25, the women’s basketball team played its last game of the season against Wisconsin-Parkside University, losing 75-65. The game began slowly as they fell behind 8-0. A free throw by […]
Men’s basketball loses to Parkside, 73-65
SVSU men’s basketball fell 73-65 to Parkside. This game saw the end of the team’s regular season. Freshman Chansey Willis Jr. led the team with 16 points and six assists. Junior Tre […]
Softball wins both games against Duluth
SVSU’s softball team competed against Minnesota-Duluth and won, 2-1. SVSU was able to take the lead in the second inning after an all base-loaded walk. The team started the 3rd-inning with a […]
Letter from the Editor: Changes must be made to prioritize student safety
The incident at Michigan State University has obviously left the entire state in a state of shock. The tragedy was unexpected and took many by surprise. It was scary for anyone, but […]
Photo Story: SVSU Theater performs “Very Berry Dead”
Senior Nathan Furst beats track hurdle record
The track record at SVSU was 8.08 seconds, but because of one student, it’s now 8.06 seconds. Senior exercise science major Nathan Furst elaborates on this accomplishment: “It felt awesome to break […]
Routines are helpful tools that you should use
Routines are a helpful tool. They keep us productive at work, organized at school, and sane at home, but not everybody likes to keep a routine. While some people can’t seem to […]
Women’s basketball beats Davenport 104-59
On Feb. 18, SVSU’s women’s basketball team hosted Davenport University for the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletics Conference. The team won against the Panthers with a score of 104-59. Senior Kaitlyn Zarycki managed […]
Police Briefs
Multiple larcenies reported in University Village East Between Feb. 10 and Feb. 13, university police received four separate reports of larceny from rooms in University Village East. Video game consoles and controllers […]
NRHH brings campus together with ‘Cats for a Cause’
The National Residence Hall Honorary (NRHH) hosted an event to make cat toys out of recycled T-shirts in preparation for an upcoming chapter service event. Amber Tolson, vice president of Service, describes […]
Men’s basketball wins against Davenport
SVSU’s men’s basketball team beat Davenport University 95-90 on Feb. 18. Junior Tre Garrett scored a total of 22 points for SVSU. He managed to make it one rebound shy of a […]
Baseball falls to Cedarville in both games
SVSU’s baseball team started off its season with a double header this past weekend. The team traveled to Xenia, Ohio to compete against Cedarville. The team fell to the Yellow Jackets in […]
Michigan Educational Association recognizes SVSU professor
J. Blake Johnson, associate professor of art, recently received the Distinguished Servant of Public Education award from the Michigan Education Association (MEA). This award honors an individual who promotes public education at […]
OMSA hosts spades and UNO tournament
Saginaw Valley State University’s Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) continued its Black History Month celebration last week. Staff there hope to share Black culture with the campus community through its events. […]
Photo Story: Black Poetry Night in honor of Black History Month
Police Briefs
Plant theft report at Einstein’s Bagels On Feb. 3, officers took a larceny of plants report from Einstein’s Bagels main dining area. The individual who took the plants was identified by the […]
Forever Red plans for annual I Heart SV Week
Forever Red is preparing to host its annual I Heart SV Week from Feb. 20-Feb. 24. The purpose of I Heart SV Week is to bring the Saginaw Valley State University community […]
Friendship is just as important as romance
If you have a significant other, how would you rank them as a friend? It’s no secret that having strong, positive relationships with others have numerous health benefits–both physical and mental. For […]
Women’s basketball wins against Ferris State
The SVSU women’s basketball team took on Ferris State University on Feb. 11. The team fought a hard match and secured the win, 80-71. Senior Kaitlyn Zarycki scored an impressive 24 points […]
OMSA celebrates Black History Month at SVSU
February is Black History Month, and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) has events planned to celebrate. Some events have already taken place to kick-off the month, including a Black Alumni […]
We need to start treating people’s time more importantly
Time is valuable. It’s irreversible, and it’s worth more than money. It’s not something to disrespect no matter your rank, standing, title, or whatever it is. Recently, I’ve had many instances where […]
Spring Employment Fair brings a variety of local employers to campus
Saginaw Valley State University’s Career Services Office welcomed over 100 employers to meet with over 300 pre-registered students on campus during the Spring Employment Fair on Feb. 3. The event was hosted […]
Track and Field places third at W-C-W meet
On Feb. 4, SVSU’s women’s track and field team came in third at the W-C-W Tri meet against Northern Michigan and Wayne State University. Freshman Trinity Greer won second in the 300-meter […]
Photo Story: Monique Ella Rose performs at SVSU
Photo Story: SVSU professor performs in faculty recital
Police Briefs
Suspicious person taking videos on campus On Jan. 26, SVSU Police Dispatch received an anonymous email tip stating a suspicious person was on campus taking videos. Officers spoke with a student being […]
People pleasing keeps us from being truthful in life
As a society, we love to hear that other people “like us.” It drives all our motives to the point where we can become enslaved to what people think about us. As […]
Fashion trends have no good reason for existence
Recently, there’s been more and more discussion on fast fashion, body positivity, and trend cycles in the mainstream media. While we all know that fast fashion well deserves it’s criticism, I think […]
Men’s basketball loses against Michigan Tech, 75-67
On Feb. 4, SVSU’s men’s basketball team fell to Michigan Tech with a score of 75-67. This pushed the team back to a conference score of 6-6. Junior Tre Garrett led the […]
Women’s basketball also falls to Michigan Tech, 69-49
On Feb. 4, SVSU’s women’s basketball team suffered a loss to Michigan Tech with a score of 69-49. Senior Kaitlyn Zarycki led SVSU with 22 points. Senior Tori DePerry wasn’t far behind […]
Improv acting club returns under new name
There is a new club coming to campus, but you might have heard of it before. Back N’ Progress is a club that used to be under the name “Work N’ Progress.” […]
Marshall Fredericks Museum hosts two new exhibitions
The Marshall Fredericks Sculpture museum hosted ‘An Artful Afternoon’ for staff, students, and the general public at 4 p.m. on Jan. 25. Attendees were offered refreshments and a chance to win one […]
Moot Court competes at nationals
On the weekend of Jan. 14, eight Saginaw Valley State University Cardinals went toe-to-toe with 160 students at the American Moot Court National Tournament, hosted by Louisiana State University. This tournament simulates […]
Online classes should also have snow days
Do you remember what a nightmare it was for students across America when the world was thrown into lockdown and school went remote? Online school was the best option for the worst […]
Students improve during resume clinic
Career Services offered students a chance to have their resumes looked at during a resume clinic in the Rotunda on Jan. 26. Assistant Director of Career Services Elizabeth Hubble-Radosa said the event […]
Career Services hosts business attire event
On Jan. 26, Career Services hosted the Cardinal Closet Pop Up event in the Rotunda. Assistant Director of Career Services Elizabeth Hubble-Radosa spoke about the event’s importance: “[We held the event] to […]
Not all TikTok trends are good
Let me save you time and money: don’t buy the Stanley cup. In fact, don’t buy into anything TikTok makes popular. Actually, go for it if that’s what your heart desires, but […]
How do you know who you are?
In having anticipation, your brain is using stored memories which derive emotion. You wait for something in particular to happen, but what happens when it does or does not? Sometimes, when the […]
This is the ugliest January Michigan has seen so far
I was born in Saginaw, Michigan during a frigid, violent blizzard that swept across the Great Lakes Bay Region. I was taken home wrapped up like a caterpillar in a cocoon for […]
Men’s basketball wins battle against Lake Superior State
On Jan. 21, the SVSU men’s basketball team took on Lake Superior State University (LSSU). They finished the game with a 79-73 win. The team saw four players score doubledigit points. Senior […]
Women’s basketball wins against LSSU
On Jan. 21, the SVSU women’s basketball team defeated Lake Superior State University (LSSU) with a 70-50 score. Senior Tyler Scheid started the team off strong by winning the jump ball. Senior […]
Photo Story: SVSU hosts Youth Day
Photo Story: Saginaw Valley State University winter RSO fair
BOV recipient Self Love Beauty to host conference at SVSU
SVSU Battle of the Valley’s (BOV) recipient Self Love Beauty will be holding a conference at SVSU to promote self-esteem in teenagers. Self Love Beauty was the 2022 BOV beneficiary, all the […]
OMSA commemorates MLK with day of service
On Friday Jan. 20 the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) and Cardinal Volunteers collaborated to lead the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service. Over 30 students met at Saginaw […]
MLK Jr. Regional Celebration returns to in-person event
The Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Celebration was held in the Malcolm Field Theatre on Wednesday, Jan. 18. Celebrating it’s 14th year, the annual celebration is a collaboration between Saginaw Valley State […]
Weighted grading systems don’t help students learn
I might just be shooting myself in the foot here, but I don’t believe in weighted grading, especially the way our schools have been designed with the way we’re taught. Now, I’m […]
The dining hall should start providing to-go boxes
The dining hall herds hundreds of students into its small, crowded space with no way out except for a single set of doors. This dining experience is horribly inconvenient, and I think […]
SVSU Program Board hosts comedian Caleb Elliott
Program Board offered SVSU students a chance to watch a live comedy show in the Rhea Miller recital hall this past week on Jan 11. The performance was done by North Carolina […]
Upcoming winter employment fair targets STEM students
As the winter 2023 semester commences, Career Services is planning to hold the Manufacturing and Information Technology Employment Fair. The fair will take place on Jan. 17, in the TSAR from noon […]
Everyone should know how to cook for themselves
I love my older brothers. I’ve always looked up to them, but there’s one thing that makes me concerned- They don’t cook. Everyone has different skills, and thats okay, but when a […]
Women’s swim and dive beats both teams at tri-meet
SVSU swim and dive traveled to Ashland, Ohio over the weekend. The women took home a win against Ashland (167-40) and Hillsdale (107-97) during a tri-meet. The men also won against Ashland […]
Men’s basketball wins against Davenport University
The Saginaw Valley State University men’s basketball team traveled to Grand Rapids for a conference matchup against Davenport University this past Thursday. The Cardinals, winning four of its last five games, looked […]
Alternative Breaks organization holds student info night
The Saginaw Valley State University Alternative Breaks RSO hosted an information night for students on Jan. 10 in the Student Life Center Program Room to answer questions and explain the organization’s purpose. […]
Review: ‘M3GAN’ is a fresh take on doll-horror genre
The creepy doll horror film genre has been especially inundated in recent years. Beyond the popular “Child’s Play” franchise starring Chucky; films like “The Boy”, “Sabrina” and the “Annabelle” film series gained […]
Political groups are more than just social activism
I regularly attend political meetings, but it wasn’t until now that I realized I view these functions as social events. Recently, I was invited to attend the local chapter of the Youth […]
We should focus on more long-form entertainment
Watch more movies. No, I don’t just mean highly intellectual documentaries or Oscar-winning films. Watch anything from Dreamwork’s comedy “Shrek” to HBO Max’s drama “The Fallout”, or whatever makes you happy. Movies […]
Track and Field competes
On Jan. 13, SVSU’s track and field team competed in its first meet of 2023. The men’s 4-by-400 relay saw a firstplace win with a time of 3:22.06. The women’s relay also […]
SVSU nursing program expands to Alpena Community College
Saginaw Valley State University has collaborated with Alpena Community College (ACC) to help expand the nursing program to students in rural areas of Northern Michigan. ACC received a $2 million grant that […]
Winter opener “Very Berry Dead” encourages diversity in theatre
Saginaw Valley State University will kick off its winter theatre season with “Very Berry Dead” by Jose Perez. Perez will also be the director of the show as a guest at SVSU. […]
Review: ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ lives up to the hype
After waiting 13 years, the highly anticipated sequel to Avatar was finally released at the end of 2022. The first movie left the second one, “Avatar: The Way of Water”, a lot […]
Too many people don’t commit to Christmas puppies
One thing I’ve never understood in my life is how the numbers of animals, especially puppies, in the shelter sky rockets after Christmas. I’ve never understood how someone can adopt a dog, […]
Why New-Years resolutions fail and how to fix them
Every year I feel like I see more and more people talking down about New-Years resolutions, and I understand why, they tend not to last and can cause someone a lot of […]
Women’s basketball loses both games
On Jan. 5, the SVSU women’s basketball team gave their all but fell hard to Michigan Tech with a 69-53 score. Sophomore Tori DePerry came in hard with the most scores of […]
Men’s basketball improves record against Wayne State
On Jan. 5, SVSU pulled through to pull off a late game win against Michigan Tech with a score 69-58. The team was able to hold its own for the last 37 […]
Moot court teams place at competition
On Nov. 12 and 13, four members of the moot court team competed and placed at the American Moot Court competition. Political science major Ethan Rose competed for the first team. He […]
Photo story: student groups perform at showcase
Students de-stress for finals at ‘Build-a-Bag’ event
The weeks before and after finals are never easy for college students. The two-and-a-half-week period in between Thanksgiving and Winter break has become an infamous time of mental strain for students across […]
Review: ‘Dont Worry Darling’ is good, but not great
The new Amazon Prime movie Don’t Worry Darling captures similar feelings of many classic movies like the Truman Show and the Stepford Wives. The movie’s narrative is about a woman living in […]
Police Briefs
Driver strikes tree On Nov. 28, officers were dispatched to Lot R for a vehicle that hit a tree near the parking lot. The driver accidentally hit the gas instead of the […]
Education fair connects students to employers
Saginaw Valley State University education majors had the opportunity to connect with future employers on Dec. 2 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Bachand Hall. The job fair was hosted by […]
We need to address our toxic relationship with lip balm
Lip balm is like a toxic relationship: it promises to bring peace but leaves you worse off than before. As the weather worsens, cracked and dried skin plagues everyone who steps outside […]
SVSU STEM Center hosts Girl Scouts badge fest
On Nov. 12, Saginaw Valley State University hosted the Girl Scouts to partake in an Automotive Engineering badge fest. SVSU’s Science, Engineering, Technology and Math (STEM) Center hosted the Scouts in an […]
SVSU theatre premiers show about toxic family units
Saginaw Valley State University’s theater department debuted their production of Paul Zindle’s “The Effects of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds” this past week. The play opened on its Nov 16. performance and […]
How to go thrifting without angering employees
I worked at a thrift store over the past summer, and while it was a super fun job, it made me realize something. I’ve been thrift shopping wrong, and just about everyone […]
Photo story: Men’s basketball wins both games this week
Career Services holds Dine & Connect event
Career Services hosted a Dine & Connect on Nov. 16. Associate Director of Career Services LaToya Peoples spoke about the event: “The event went very well,” she said. “Employers and YPN shared […]
Marshall Fredricks Museum hosts “Black Elk” author
On Nov. 17, SVSU and the Marshall M Fredericks Museum hosted Father Michael Steltenkamp. He is known for writing books on Black Elk. Those books include: “Black Elk: Holy Man of the […]
Disney’s ‘queerbaiting’ isn’t as bad as it seems
Disney has a brutal history of queerbaiting, but it’s not as bad as everyone says it is. Disney is one of the most influential businesses in the world between its movies, theme […]
Review: ‘Disenchanted’ is a worthwhile sequel
Disney was a big part of my life growing up, as I assume it was for most people. For most little girls, princess movies are everything- everyone has a different favorite princess […]
Political science students encourage college-aged voting through task force
Over the course of the 2022 election season, two Saginaw Valley State University students have been working to encourage increased college-aged voting at the state capitol. Diva Patel, political science and biology […]
Football wins in regular season finale
The Saginaw Valley State University football team welcomed Michigan Tech University this past Saturday for a match up at Wickes Memorial Stadium. It was Senior Day as well as Military Appreciation Day […]
Photo story: OMSA hosts Native American Heritage Month workshop
Photo story: Men’s basketball hosts exhibition game
Staff Shoutout: Clem Kettlehorn is the best
I’m an Resident Advisor (RA) in Living Center Southwest (LCSW), and during the staff meeting this past week, something came up that we all felt so strongly about that I decided it […]
Men’s basketball loses season opener at Malone University
The Saginaw Valley State University men’s basketball team had its season opener for the 2022-2023 campaign this past Friday. The Cardinals traveled to Canton, Ohio to face off against Malone University in […]
Police Briefs
“Sextortion” On Nov. 2, officers met with an SVSU resident student in the SVSU Police interview room. The student was reporting they were the victim of “sextortion.” The student was intoxicated and […]
RSOs collaborate for women’s history trivia night
On Nov. 9 Women’s History Kahoot Night was hosted through a collaboration between the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs, Femxle Empowerment & Multicultural Education (F.E.M.E) and Saginaw Valley State University’s Student Association. […]
SVSU recognized for student voting trends
Saginaw Valley State University earned a spot on Washington Monthly’s 2022 Best Colleges for Student Voting Honor Roll with a student voter registration rate upwards of 90% in 2020. SVSU ranked 38th […]
Social media algorithms are wasting our lives for us
Every single morning when I wake up, my first instinct has become to reach for my phone and see who has tried to get ahold of me while I was asleep. I […]
Voter education event brings Gov. Whitmer and others to campus
On Nov. 5 the College Democrats of SVSU held a voter Education Event on campus just days before the Tuesday, Nov. 8, general election. This event was only open to students and […]
SVSU eSports club hosts grand opening
On Nov. 1, the Saginaw Valley State University eSports club held a grand opening in Student Life during its Valorant match against the Providence Friars eSports team. The event featured a viewing […]
Photo Story: SVSU’S Dia De Los Muertos Celebration
Photo story: Men’s basketball and soccer get weekend wins
SVSU’s True Crime Club holds costume contest
On Wednesday, Nov. 2, the Saginaw Valley State University True Crime Club hosted a costume contest. Eileeya Niamtu, an officer of the True Crime Club and second-year criminal justice major, spoke about […]
Review: Taylor Swift’s new album, ‘Midnights’ is a hit
Music is a big part of most people’s lives. It’s what they listen to in the car and what they turn to when they’re sad. Music can impact a person in ways […]
Football secures road win against Northern Michigan
The Saginaw Valley State University football team traveled upstate this past Saturday for its final road game of the regular season against Northern Michigan University. The Cardinals, coming off a tough home […]
Valley Nights Gaming and Pinterest Night Collab
On Nov. 4, Saginaw Valley State University’s Program Board held a crossover between its Valley Nights Gaming event series and its Pinterest Night series. Program Board invited students to attend the event […]
Police Brief
Coop chat bot On Oct. 24, officers spoke with an SVSU resident student regarding a statement they made on the Coop chat bot after the student made the statement, “I want to […]
Student Association holds faculty Q&A forum
On Nov. 4 Saginaw Valley State University’s student government platform held a Q and A styled forum with panelists from both Student Association and Faculty. This event took place in the Thompson […]
It’s important to choose good friendships
It’s vital to be picky when choosing who to spend your time with. So many people settle for mediocre or harmful friendships because they fear the alternative: loneliness. However, unfulfilling friendships can […]
Too many put others down to gain power for themselves
The desire for social acceptance has many potentials to be constructive, but also to be restrictive in many ways. While it is good to belong to a social group, be it a […]
Congressmen Kildee and Lieu visit campus
On Oct. 26, the College Democrats of SVSU hosted U.S. Congressmen Dan Kildee and Ted Lieu. Kildee, who represents the congressional district including Saginaw Vally State University’s campus, kicked off the night […]
Program Board hosts annual ‘Halloween Bash’
Saginaw Valley State University hosted multiple weekend events in honor of Halloween this past weekend. Events took place each day and students joined together to celebrate Halloween in their own unique ways. […]
Football falls short in a Halloween weekend nailbitter
Saginaw Valley State University football hosted Davenport University for its annual Hall of Fame/Family Weekend matchup. The 6-2 Cardinals squared off against the undefeated Panthers this past Saturday at 1 p.m. at […]
Photo story: Women’s soccer defeats Ferris State University
Criminal justice students attend national conference
On Sept. 22, the Midwestern Criminal Justice Association held its annual conference in Chicago. There, two criminal justice students, Elaine Curtis and Hope Kuenker, from Saginaw Valley State University, presented their findings […]
The C-store should carry more fruits and vegetables
This may end up being a very unpopular opinion, but it always bothered me that there werent more things to cook with at the C-store. I know its unrealistic to want a […]
Kappa Tau Epsilon hosts annual ‘Speak Out’ event
On Oct. 26, Kappa Tau Epsilon (KTE) hosted the annual Avon: Speak Out event in collaboration with Underground Railroad, Inc., an organization that helps people in situations of domestic violence. Claire Dushane, […]
Cardinals Vote holds mock polling for students
Cardinals Vote, a non-partisan group at Saginaw Valley State University that operates through the Centerfor Community Engagement and Experiential Learning, hosted a mock polling event on Oct. 25 in the Unity Room. […]
Relationships need more honest communication to thrive
One of the greatest blessings in life is human connections. The fact that we can make friends, form relationships, and support one another day after day is simply beautiful, and a lot […]
Moderate political views need more representation
In a political climate defined by the harsh winds of extremism, there’s never been a greater need for balanced voices who understand and acknowledge the complexities and multiple dimensions of politics. Too […]
Volleyball comes away winless in conference matchups
The Saginaw Valley State Cardinals hosted the Wayne State Warriors this past Tuesday in the Hamilton Gymnasium. The game started off intense, with the Cardinals falling just short by a score of […]
Students make plarn to help homeless
On Oct. 19, the Thompson Student Activities Room was filled with dozens of volunteers working to turn plastic bags into balls of yarn, called plarn, as part of a collaborative effort to […]
Program board and OMSA host OUT-ober festivities
Program Board and the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs hosted a Pride Pumpkin Painting event in the Student Programming Room Tuesday. Dozens of students got together to support the event and paint […]
Volleyball splits games at the Midwest Region Crossover
This past weekend, the Saginaw Valley State University women’s volleyball team faced off against two conference opponents. Unfortunately, the Cardinals started out its weekend with a tough loss against Parkside University. The […]
Photo story: Women’s soccer defeats Northern Michigan
Football completes comeback against Wayne State
Saginaw Valley State University football traveled to Wayne State University this past weekend for a another crucial conference matchup. The Cardinals, coming off an impressive win against the University of Indianapolis, look […]
Theater preview: students prepare for show
Things are going well for the SVSU theatre department as they prepare for their upcoming show, “The Effects of Gamma Rays on Man-in-the-Moon Marigolds”. The show, which was written by Paul Zindel, […]
Review: ’Smile’ is this year’s best horror film
“Smile” is a psychological horror film that is perfect for the Halloween holiday season as the trees shed their leaves and the temperature drops. As spooky films creep into the theatres, there’s […]
Peer Advocacy Center hosts open house
On Oct. 18, the Office of Academic Advising hosted an open house for the new Peer Advocacy Center. SVSU advisors and peer advocates welcomed students, staff and faculty to the new space […]
Police Briefs
Wet wipe complaint On Oct. 12, officers contacted a resident via telephone regarding an unknown subject placing a wet wipe packet on the windshield of their vehicle that was parked in parking […]
Dialect restrictions in classrooms are unfair to students
The presence of dialects within each language has allowed conflicts between cultures and peoples to arise. This has been especially prevalent within education and writing presence in a classroom. Although the issue […]
‘Five Minute Crafts’ is infuriating and out of control
Everyday when I’m scrolling through my social media, the same page always comes up. I don’t follow them, I’ve never liked one of their videos, yet I can’t seem to escape them. […]
OBU helps students unwind with dance
On Oct. 10 from 6:30-9:15 p.m., members of the Organization of Black Unity (OBU) danced together and learned different hustles. Chelsea Frierson, vice president of OBU and fourth-year supply management major, explained […]
Photo story: Homecoming court announced at the game
Army Major Jonathan Turnbull speaks to students
Military Student Affairs and the Saginaw Veterans Association hosted an event Thursday evening in the Malcolm Field Theatre. Retired U.S. Army Major Jonathan Turnbull, a recipient of the Purple Heart, spoke about […]
Football wins homecoming game with a 38-14 score
Saginaw Valley State University football team welcomed the University of Indianapolis this past Saturday for their annual Homecoming Day matchup. The No. 8 Greyhounds came into the game sporting an impressive 5-0 […]
Volleyball splits games at the Midwest Region Crossover
Yet another round of Cardinal volleyball occurred this past weekend on Oct. 14. There was a Midwest Region Crossover tournament held at the Hammond Sportsplex, where SVSU suffered one loss and gained […]
Photo Story: Homecoming Week hosts trivia night
SVSU sees increase in the education program
Recently, SVSU has seen a significant increase in the number of students pursuing teacher certification. Currently 146 students are pursuing teacher certification compared to 126 last year. Part of this large growth […]
Police Briefs
Unsolicited knocking On Oct. 4, campus police officers spoke with SVSU resident students in University Village regarding a suspicious person. They stated there was an elderly male wearing a jacket and a […]
K-12 needed to teach us better writing and grammar
I often write alongside friends and classmates when completing homework, and it has become apparent to me that there is a large amount of confusion over proper punctuation, grammar and writing rules […]
Being rude is harmful to everyone, including yourself
Don’t be rude to people who don’t deserve it. There is absolutely no reason to make passive or rude comments about strangers. If you laugh at, mock or make a rude comment […]
Non-emotionality can do you more harm than good
There have been multiple idealizations of what non-emotionality is, and what it looks like in people, and it’s not what you think. The approach of seeking invulnerability against everything that life throws […]
Politics should be kept out of the classroom
In 2022, politics has found a way to seep into nearly every aspect of our society. Whether or not we’ve chosen to acknowledge it, politics have a pervasive presence in college classrooms. […]
HHS building becomes Bachand Hall
On Oct. 3, the Donald J. Bachand Hall building naming ceremony took place at 10 a.m. to commemorate the service of Saginaw Valley State University’s President Donald J. Bachand. In honor of […]
Sigma Pi holds ‘Walk A Mile In Her Shoes’ fundraiser
On Oct. 5-6 from noon to 4 p.m., Sigma Pi hosted an event to spread awareness for sexual assault victims: Walk A Mile in Her Shoes. Alexander Schultz, second-year rehabilitation medicine major […]