This Early Bird Hates 8:30 Classes
After registering for classes for the fall semester, I nearly jumped for joy. I had labs on Mondays and Wednesdays, finished classes before noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and only…
How to Navigate Your First Spring Semester at F&M: Tips from a Sophomore
Transitioning to a new semester can feel overwhelming, especially after a month-long winter break. However, with a new semester comes a fresh start, new opportunities, new challenges, and an even…
Hollywood Rises from the Ashes with FireAid Concert
This month, people all across America have been watching the news in horror, seeing the mass destruction caused by the recent wildfires burning across Los Angeles County. The fires left…
The 2025 Grammys – Celebrating Women and Kendrick Lamar
Trevor Noah hosted The 67th Annual Grammy Awards this past Sunday, February 2 – and it was just as action-packed as expected. Noah spoke about the wildfires in California and…
The Voice is Back and Better Than Ever!
Music fans, get ready! “The Voice” has kicked off Season 27 with some major star power in those famous red chairs. The biggest surprise? Adam Levine is back. After taking…
Daydream – Book Review
Last August, bestselling author Hannah Grace released her newest romance novel within The Maple Hills Series, Daydream. It is the third installment in the standalone series, meaning one could read…
Battle of the Mascots
Junior Carrie Teti is the Arts & Leisure Editor for The College Reporter. Her email is cteti@fandm.edu.
F&M Recruitment: More Than Just Rush – It’s About Finding Your Home
In January at F&M, the campus always welcomes the new year with the excitement of Sorority Recruitment. As the big week approaches, students could be seen excitedly preparing to meet…
Community, Common Spaces, and Kitchens: What Shapes Our Shared Spaces?
Image of Lucy Nolan ’27 and Nina Lazarovici on Hartman Green. Photo courtesy of Lily Andrey ’27. With a student body of 1,900, we have collectively mastered the liberal arts…
Acapella Across Campus: Why Join F&M’s Kite & Keys?
As the semester begins at Franklin & Marshall, one of the campus’s most beloved musical groups is looking to expand their group. Kite & Keys, F&M’s a cappella group for…
What’s Going on With TikTok Right Now?
On April 24, 2024, the United States government passed the Protecting Americans from Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act. The bill prohibits the distribution and operation of social media platforms owned…
President Trump’s Inauguration and Elon Musk’s Controversial Hand Gesture
After an electoral victory of 312 votes and a popular vote victory of 49% to 48%, Donald Trump has found himself in the White House for a second term. On…
The Role of Art Therapy in Student Wellbeing at F&M
This spring at Franklin & Marshall College, students discovered how art can help them feel better and heal. The college fostered this message through several programs, including a special event…
Neighbors at Odds: The Threat of Tariffs on U.S. and Canadian Trade
On November 25, 2024, former President-Elect Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian imports, citing concerns about illegal immigration and drug trafficking, namely fentanyl. This marks…
The 2025 Golden Globes – Surprise Winners and Sentimental Speeches
2025 started strong with the 82nd annual Golden Globe Awards on January 5, hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser. The biggest movie and television stars of our time flocked to Beverly…