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Our humor columnist analyzes love-hate relationship with Syracuse snow

Our humor columnist quarrels with the pros and cons Syracuse winter weather brings. Read More »

December 4, 2024 at 10:12 pm


Repeat our humor columnist's affirmations to cope with the election

This week, our humor columnist releases her frustrations about the election outcome by screaming and accidentally scaring people. Read More »

November 13, 2024 at 10:45 pm


Our humor columnist reviews her favorite time of the year: Halloweekend

This Halloweekend, our humor columnist dusted off her old party boots to partake in the season’s festivities. Read More »

November 6, 2024 at 10:44 pm


Vote for our humor columnist in the 2024 presidential election

Our humor columnist shares what she would do if she were president, just in time for the upcoming election. Read More »

October 23, 2024 at 11:45 pm


Be cool when covering your eyes during a scary movie with these tips

Our humor columnist gives readers tips on how to handle watching scary movies, as the spooky season approaches. Read More »

October 9, 2024 at 10:56 pm


These Juice Jam headliners would kill it, our humor columnist says

While our humor columnist considers this year's Juice Jam a success, she has her own headliners in mind and is not afraid to bribe them with Pastabilities, or a cheaper food option. Read More »

September 25, 2024 at 10:26 pm


Our humor columnist has a budgeting guide for all your adult expenses

This week, our humor columnist discovers the expenses of adult life. So, she makes a budget, adding her dream pants to the top of her list. Read More »

September 18, 2024 at 10:43 pm


Our humor columnist's dream trip to Wegmans

Our humor columnist, a Syracuse native, describes her dream trip to Wegmans, particularly to its deli section for a free slice of pepperoni! Read More »

September 11, 2024 at 11:41 pm


Our humor columnist wants to see these electives on SU's course catalog

Now that she is an upperclassman, our humor columnist has some ideas about the offered Syracuse University elective classes. Read More »

September 5, 2024 at 12:00 am


Our humor columnist has a million issues with the Great NY State Fair

As a hard-to-please Syracuse resident, our humor columnist lists her complaints with the Great New York State Fair. Read More »

August 28, 2024 at 10:41 pm


The lies needed to tell to your bffs about the summer you definitely had...or didn't

Following the advice of her middle school guidance counselor, our humor columnist prepares for back to school season with a list of lies to tell her friends about her awesome summer adventures. In reality, her most exciting summer days consisted of trips to the movie theater. Read More »

August 21, 2024 at 9:35 pm


Our humor columnist says to ditch 'hot girl summer' and follow these beach trip tips

Our humor columnist prepares for summer break with a list of dos and don'ts. Ready to relax on upstate New York beaches, she makes friends using the Hippo method, keeping only her eyes “above the water.” Read More »

May 8, 2024 at 9:10 pm


Our humor columnist says these study methods are all you need to pass finals

With finals coming up, our humor columnist details her studying process. Read More »

May 1, 2024 at 8:45 pm


Our humor columnist's ode to bad test takers just in time for finals

Our humor columnist would rather do anything than take a test. She hates “good test takers” and their superiority complexes. Read More »

April 24, 2024 at 11:23 pm


Our humor columnist hates her title. She's on a mission to become more serious.

Forget the hilarious jokes, our humor columnist will only discuss serious topics from now on. Prepare for columns on theater, literature and other scholarly subjects. Read More »

April 17, 2024 at 10:35 pm


Our humor columnist defeats their fear of the dark thanks to the solar eclipse

Somehow our humor columnist survived the total solar eclipse, even though she’s scared of the dark. She spent months preparing for the darkness the totality would bring. Read More »

April 10, 2024 at 11:41 pm


Our humor columnist has the best prank ideas for every jokester’s favorite holiday

Our humor columnist details her process of pulling off the best April Fools’ Day prank ever. Read More »

April 1, 2024 at 9:08 pm


Our humor columnist could bring everything to the table as the next Otto

Today, our humor columnist writes a plea to be next in line to be Otto the Orange. From her lack of social anxiety to her outstanding dedication, she is the perfect candidate. Read More »

March 27, 2024 at 11:01 pm


Our humor columnist survived a pyramid scheme. Now they're offering business advice.

The most unexpected spring break ever? Our humor columnist shares how she found herself hard at work in a pyramid scheme. Read More »

March 20, 2024 at 10:57 pm


Our humor columnist can help you find a job to pay off your student loans

Prepared to charge a couple bucks for teaching a Zumba class or washing the Otto mascot costumes? Our Humor Columnist shares ideas for odd jobs around campus that might help to pay off student loans. Read More »

March 6, 2024 at 9:54 pm


Our humor columnist has tips for you to enjoy her least favorite activity: sports

Ever gotten bored at a basketball game but still wanted to be a part of the school spirit? Our humor columnist has tips to keep you occupied. Read More »

February 28, 2024 at 10:23 pm


Our humor columnist offers free therapy for any stressed-out college student

Apparently, self-care is not Goldfish crackers. Instead, our humor columnist writes to try exercising by running to class or “Just Dance 2018.” Read More »

February 21, 2024 at 9:30 pm


Our resident love expert’s guide to the perfect Valentine’s Day

From stalking to clingy text messages, our humor columnist is a self-proclaimed expert on love. Take her advice and make this Valentine’s Day extra special for you and your partner. Read More »

February 13, 2024 at 7:39 pm


Our humor columnist's dream bid day themes would make any new member's day

Our humor columnist tells you every bid day theme that the Syracuse sororities missed this weekend. From Deep Sea Creatures to the Industrial Revolution, here are next year's best themes. Read More »

February 6, 2024 at 10:42 pm