Apologizing for the “Not much punk in Punk Rock…

By Carter James, Editor in chief The role of a critic is analyzing art and commenting on culture in itself. They are a liaison between the creative and the consumer. While the sentiment nowadays is that the critics don't understand the tastes of…

Freddie the Falcon enters the transfer portal with…

As the 2025-26 athletic year winds down, a major decision loomed for Freddie the Falcon, the University of Montevallo’s beloved costumed mascot.  Should he return to Montevallo for his final year of NCAA eligibility, or enter…

College Night Committee debating newest CN sport 

By Kendall Ledlow, News editor  Due to e-sports quickly becoming a College Night classic, the College Night Committee are looking to add another competition into the mix to keep athletics on both sides extra exciting. An anonymous…

UM to offer Kalshi betting to raise funds

By Nethan Crew, Minister of Truth  On the April 1 meeting of the newly instated Ministry Tribunal, the University of Montevallo signed a contract to partner with the betting app Kalshi to raise funds for the university.  In a deal that…

Frank Ocean announces first album in 10 years 

By Skye Anderson, Lifestyles editor On March 30, singer Frank Ocean shook the music world by announcing his highly anticipated third album 10 years after the release of his latest album “Blonde.”  “After many delays, I’m proud to say it’s finally…

STD rates skyrocket at UM after Yak Match…

By John Wart Yik Yak’s recent “Yak Match” event has led to Montevallo’s student body reporting rising rates of sexually transmitted diseases.   For years, students have used the social media app Yik Yak to anonymously discuss…