The hoverboard has just recently become popular with students, and it’s easy to see why. All you have to do is step on, lean in whatever direction you need, and off you go. The only way to steer is by…
Caucus wall provides political information, interactivity
If you have not seen the candidates yet and don’t know how to get involved, a wall all about politics-specifically, the caucuses-has gone up in Olmsted to the right of the coffee shop, just past the S…
“Last Week Tonight” host focuses on issues, blends comedy
“Last Week Tonight” covers the previous week’s events with a healthy dose of satire-anything from salmon cannons to the Canadian election to the refugee crisis.…
New fall trends bring back old styles, promote comfort
Like the seasons, old fashion trends make their way into our lives. This year, we’re putting away the high-waisted shorts and crop tops of the summer and trading them for oversized sweaters, skinny je…
Drake breaks down walls with Halloween Hoops event
The event served as more than simply a fun place for kids to play for a couple hours. The NAACP chapter of Des Moines, Drake Athletics and the Head Start organization all had tables there to speak wit…
FAA opens eyes to the dangers of drones
In-air collisions are the biggest danger that drones pose. There have been many near misses between small aircrafts and drones, a confrontation that could become deadly for pilots.…
Pop culture provides adaptable, interactive stories
Pop culture has a huge impact on people’s lives. Whether it be music, movies, books, or any other way of communicating ideas, pop culture surrounds everything we are exposed to.…
Ecuadorian restaurant offers authentic Latin American cuisine
As a child, Miranda explained that he knew how to fry a couple of things, but most of his knowledge and learning took place after leaving Ecuador. It seemed Miranda was always working for someone else…
Just a small-town student: first-year Des Moines impressions
Every student comes into the city with different expectations and different levels of familiarity with the new landscape. While some come in with a lot of knowledge about how to get around in Des Moin…
Food Recovery Network founder speaks to students
Simon became interested in recovering food when he saw a large amount of untouched pizza being thrown away at the University of Maryland’s café. This prompted him to establish the Food Recovery Networ…
Madison County Winery hosts variety of wines, beers
Madison County Winery, located about 45 minutes outside of Des Moines, makes for a great day trip or event location full of laughter, relaxation and, of course, wine.
Perfectly-lined grape vines greet…
Fortunate Youth brings good vibes with reggae tunes
Fortunate Youth lives off of good vibes and spreads their love through reggae music throughout the country.…
Food trucks take over Des Moines for one-day showdown
Since the city council passed a six-month pilot program allowing food trucks to operate on public property, the Legion of Food has hosted several events, with last Friday’s being the most successful i…
Hillary Clinton takes pop culture spotlight, appeals to voters
Most recently, Clinton, playing an everyday bartender named Val, appeared in a light-hearted SNL skit alongside actress Kate McKinnon, who played Hillary Rodham Clinton.…
Iowa caucus website shares candidate events, information
Twelve Drake students, along with Professor Rachel Paine Caufield, have launched a website with insider information on the caucuses.…