Worldwide, over 5.08 million people have had COVID-19. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters analyzes this and her own personal experience with the virus, asking the question: What now?
OPINION: I had COVID-19, so what now?
TommieMedia Opinions Editor wins Sapientia Award
TommieMedia Opinions Editor Maddie Peters has earned the Sapientia Award for Scholarly or Creative Work Focused on Women for speaking out on issues of women and gender. The University Advocates for Women and Equity at St. Thomas presents four awards annually to members of the St. Thomas community.
PODCAST: The Medium – Back to the big screen
In the season three finale, hosts Maddie and Reid discuss the films they’re looking forward to seeing when movie theaters reopen, entertainment news and their latest recommendations.
PODCAST: The Medium with guest Leila Weah
In episode six of The Medium, TommieMedia reporter Leila Weah joins hosts Maddie and Reid to discuss the popular app TikTok and the longevity of quarantine art.
OPINION: Sleep deserves more credit and should be a higher priority
On average, we spend 26 years of our lives asleep. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues we should invest in healthy sleeping habits so that we can make the most of our time awake.
PODCAST: The Medium – Art and celebrities during pandemic
In episode five of The Medium, Maddie and Reid discuss the pressure on artists to create while social distancing, and producer Kayla Mayer joins to talk about the irrelevance of celebrities during the pandemic.
PODCAST: The Medium with Guest Host Zaid Khan
In episode four of The Medium, TommieMedia Columnist Zaid Khan joins Maddie and Reid to discuss how movie theaters and streaming services will be affected by COVID-19 and offer their film, TV and music recommendations during social distancing.
OPINION: Subtitles enhance the viewing experience
Subtitles are a blessing that so many viewers go without. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argue subtitles may take a little time to adjust to, but they will only improve one’s viewing experience.
LIFE IN ISOLATION: The little joys in a gray-walled, windowless apartment
In the second “Life in Isolation” feature, Opinions Editor Maddie Peters discusses the little things she misses about her pre-pandemic daily routine, and the little joys she has found with her new free time.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW: Now-resolved, St. Paul teacher strike affects St. Thomas student teachers
Claudia Lundgren, a St. Thomas student and student-teacher at Central High School, planned a presentation to work toward her teaching license for Tuesday, March 10, but the St. Paul Federation of Educators began their strike Tuesday, pausing her progress. The St. Paul teacher strike ended Friday, March 13 with educators going back to school at 1 p.m. Reporter Joey Swanson has the story.
PODCAST: The Medium with Emily Rudie, Helen Armstrong and Guest Host Annie Terry
In episode three of The Medium, Maddie Peters talks to Literature Club’s Emily Rudie and Helen Armstrong about murder mystery, fan fiction and upcoming events. Reid Neeser and guest host Annie Terry discuss cancel culture and catch up on the latest news in art and entertainment.
OPINION: Architecture should be shaped by culture, not the government
The United States has changed greatly since the Founding Fathers and so have architectural trends. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues when federal buildings’ architecture reflects the current time, America’s history is united and showcased through culture and federal work.
OPINION: ADHD rates are rising—sort of
In 2016, the CDC reported that 6.1 million kids between the ages of two and 17 have been diagnosed with ADHD. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues while the rising rate of ADHD is important to note, we must distinguish between an actual increase in cases and strengthened awareness.
PODCAST: The Medium – Host Interviews
In episode two of The Medium, hosts Maddie Peters and Reid Neeser interview each other on their respective arts, and discuss CGI casting and Justin Bieber’s new album.
OPINION: The Academy Awards’ choices continue to fall short
In the near 100 years of the Academy Awards’ history, only five women have been nominated and only one woman has won the award for Best Director. Opinions Editor Maddie Peters argues it is time the Academy starts honoring the work of female directors.