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The Courier

“Celestial Monsters” Review: Aiden Thomas’ Fast-Paced YA Fantasy with a Bold Political Edge

“Celestial Monsters” Review: Aiden Thomas’ Fast-Paced YA Fantasy with a Bold Political Edge

Despite the fast pace and tame action, Aiden Thomas’s latest book offers a well-needed lesson on how to move forward from societal upset.
Bee Bishop, Editor-in-Chief
February 17, 2025
Plenty of Bang for Your Buck: “Loco Motive” Game Review

Plenty of Bang for Your Buck: “Loco Motive” Game Review

With its witty writing, retro charm and simplistic fun, “Loco Motive” is a cozy indie game you don’t want to miss.
Bee Bishop, Editor-in-Chief
February 3, 2025
“The Substance” And The Disintegration of Women

“The Substance” And The Disintegration of Women

The body horror movie by Coralie Fargeat tackles society’s biggest obsession and fear: aging women.
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
November 18, 2024
Graphic by Kate Stuck

When Hate Prevails: A Reflection on the 2024 Election

Donald Trump has been elected for his second term. How do we stop the advancement of his hateful rhetoric?
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
November 11, 2024
An Open Letter from COD’s New Interim Vice President, Tom Rios

An Open Letter from COD’s New Interim Vice President, Tom Rios

The new Interim Vice President Tom Rios has a message of encouragement to the COD community, in which he details his goals for the school.
Tom Rios, Guest Writer
November 4, 2024
"The Sunbearer Trials" cover art

Author Aiden Thomas Shines in “The Sunbearer Trials”

New York Times best-seller Aiden Thomas delivers another banger with “The Sunbearer Trials.”
Bee Bishop, Editor-in-Chief
September 30, 2024
“Selling Sunsets”: The Cost of Buying Into An Artificial Lifestyle

“Selling Sunsets”: The Cost of Buying Into An Artificial Lifestyle

“Selling Sunsets” is on its 7th season on Netflix. The drama is weak at best, so why do we keep coming back to it?
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
September 23, 2024
Killer Kuts; One Step Closer; “Songs For The Willow" EP

Killer Kuts; One Step Closer; “Songs For The Willow” EP

The EP is beautifully crafted; perfectly capturing the dissonance of relationships and maladaptive behaviors stemming from the disconnection of our modern social environments and de-prioritization of self.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
August 26, 2024
Killer Klassix; Oceans Ate Alaska 2010 Singles

Killer Klassix; Oceans Ate Alaska 2010 Singles

The band’s efforts are well noted, capturing both the band’s talent and ambition in just 2 tracks that ultimately carried them into the anticipation for their debut EP’s release.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
August 12, 2024
Killer Klassix: Real Friends - “Three Songs About The Past Year of My Life" EP

Killer Klassix: Real Friends – “Three Songs About The Past Year of My Life” EP

If you’re ever down, give this EP a listen, it really is something worth putting in your ears for the worst of days.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
July 29, 2024
How The Modern Author Defines Girlhood and “The Marriage Portrait”

How The Modern Author Defines Girlhood and “The Marriage Portrait”

Maggie O’Farrell’s novel is beautifully written fictional account of the life of Lucrezia de’ Medici, but how does it fit into our modern notions of feminist literature?
Kate Stuck, Staff Writer
July 15, 2024
Killer Kuts: Slave Two Servant - “Alethia” EP

Killer Kuts: Slave Two Servant – “Alethia” EP

Swanson is eager to demonstrate his expert technique as a musician, delivering a complex, fun and distinguished EP.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
July 15, 2024
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