The following story is satire. All events and characters are fictional. In recent years, Lawrence University has bought an alarming number of cardboard cutouts. From President Burstein to Papa Smurf, there are cardboard cutouts all over campus. This has become increasingly unsustainable. Lawrence is struggling to keep up with the costs and the demand, especially…
Margins: Gone
The day was unusually bright. The air unusually still. Eric felt the oppressive weight of the heat in his veins. There had been a surge in the amount of cases like Stuart Novach. Like the little girl with the burned arm. Like the people were no longer content with the ways they were being taught,…
Horoscopes
The Signs as Caro Granner Lyrics Aries (Mar. 21 – Apr. 19) – “Heard the tree tops screaming out, ‘If you can’t love her, leave her’” Taurus (Apr. 20 – May 20) – “So maybe I’ll drop out, or maybe I’ll find God” Gemini (May 21 – Jun. 20) – “Teach me to be patient,…
Lore-ence: “Vegetarianism Addressed in Convocation”
The following story is satire. All events and characters are fictional. One of the best parts about attending Lawrence University is the frequency in which we bring speakers to our stage to enlighten our students. Students are allowed to suggest convocation speakers, which gives us the freedom to bring in speakers that we find relevant.…
Margins: Misdemeanor
There was one drawback to Eric’s job. He took a deep breath, steeled himself against the kid’s tears. This was illegal. The kid was doing something illegal. “Please, mister, I just like the sounds. I swear — I swear no one else even knows!” Eric fastened the jacket securely. “It’s against the law, kid. Plain…