Doctor Who is notorious for frequently recasting the main roles of the Doctor and the companion: With a show consisting of over 400 hours of television, and around 875 episodes, it becomes necessary. The show usually has at least two main characters, the titular character of the alien Doctor, and a human friend that comes along, the companion.

Is there a better time to remind everyone of the power of self care than finals season? While we are ushered into the most dreaded time of the semester, when your mind is practically combusting at the thought of all the assignments to complete before winter break, we are here to remind you to take a moment for yourself. With winter holidays right around the corner, this should be a time of celebration, community, and excitement—not existential dread. We know you’re stressed, because we are too. For this reason, the Opinion team at The Lamron will provide you with the best ways to keep yourself in mind while we hit the home stretch.

In 2022, comedian-turned-director Jordan Peele released his third directorial credit for the film Nope. Following two previous horror successes, Peele returned to the genre with a focus on alien interaction in a modern-day world this time. The film starred several famous actors, including Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, and Steven Yeun. The critics initially raved about this movie upon release, but the hype slowly died as time passed. Regardless, rottentomatoes.com has this movie rated at a disgustingly high 83%. For countless reasons, this score is a mockery of film reviews, and critics should reconsider their stance. Warning, there are spoilers ahead.

As the days become shorter and colder and the workload ticks up for many of us, there is often an increased sense of gloom and general exhaustion. For some, these feelings may be fleeting based on circumstances, but it is important to pay attention to what your mind and body are telling you. If your moods seem to surpass that of typical tiredness or plateau from year to year during this time, it might be worth further exploring the possibility that you, like many, grapple with seasonal affective disorder (SAD/seasonal depression).

John Cena is a professional World Wrestling Entertainment Inc wrestler, actor, and former rapper (yes, it’s true!) who has had an active career with notable highs and lows. When you can’t see him in the ring, you can see him in one of his many films. Cena is one of many WWE stars who have taken their in-ring skills to the big screen. Stars like Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Dave Bautista (Batista), and Michael “The Miz” Mizanin. Like most of these stars, some of their movies are hits, while others… are definitely movies. Today, we will be looking over some of Cena’s best and worst movies over his 24-year public career, ranking from best to worst.

Many students here at Geneseo find themselves gravitating toward certain buildings on campus as designated study spaces. It might be due to comfort, ability to study, or just it being an enjoyable location. For myself, I have found that one of the buildings I am continuously drawn to is Welles Hall. This may seem typical for any English major, as it is one of the main places that humanities classes are held. The hall originally served as an elementary school, and was constructed in 1932. It is infamously hot in the summer and extra hot in the winter, though I find this to be a trait easily looked over when its many pros are considered.

Thankfully for college students, our Thanksgiving break typically happens right before the most chaotic time of the semester. Even though it might be tempting to stay in your dorm or apartment over Thanksgiving—with seemingly no responsibilities—you should take advantage of this aptly timed break. It doesn't matter if this isn’t your favorite holiday, there are still a number of reasons why you should be enjoying this time off.

This week we finish out the official ranking of the Star Wars saga. Last week, I placed the original trilogy in second place, and this week you get to see what has earned itself the top spot in this ranking. Be forewarned—the following ratings do include some spoilers!

As I am writing this, the people of Gaza are suffering. Following the events of Oct. 7, 2023, the Gaza Strip has been a target of relentless bombings and airstrikes that have led to the loss of more than 10,000 Palestinian lives as a result of orders from the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). The bombings do not discriminate in their strike locations, leveling hospitals, houses, offices, and more to rubble. To make things even worse, those in Palestine have had their electricity/fuel supply cut off and their access to food, water, and first aid resources limited. Yet, when asked about the chances of a Gaza ceasefire, President Biden recently quipped to a reporter, “None. No possibility.” 

Fall is my favorite season: bringing out autumn outfits, not sweating while hanging out outside, and watching all the leaves change into seasonal reds, oranges, and yellows, amounts to a season of pure delight. Then, all that goodness is taken away as the sun slowly starts to go down sooner in the day; the sunset then finally makes that final jump, and you’re woken up earlier than normal due to the brightness in the morning from the earlier sunrise. Daylight saving time (DST) completely screws with our circadian rhythm. As older adolescents with developing brains, and as college students trying to survive our classes, we need as much good sleep as we can possibly get—this sudden change in routine is harmful to our health. 

Our campus supports a slew of identity clubs, many of which come together in locations such as the Multicultural center, the MOSAIC room, or the Lavender Lounge. Spaces such as these are vital in order to create a designated safe-space and community of support and acknowledgement for persons of diverse and/or intersectional identities. One of these on-campus clubs that works to increase the visibility of marginalized voices, specifically LGBTQIA+ identities, is the Pride Alliance club here at SUNY Geneseo.

This week we return to the official ranking of the Star Wars saga. Last week, I determined that in third place of the Star Wars trilogies is the sequel trilogy, and this week you get to see what deserves the second place spot in this line-up. Be forewarned, the following ratings do include some spoilers!

As a student who utilizes accessible parking on the Geneseo campus, it has come to my attention that there is continual misuse of the allocated parking spaces for the disabled community. Accessible parking spots are the spaces in the parking lot that are located the shortest accessible distance from the most accessible entrance of the building.

With limited time left in the 2023 autumn season, I figured it was only right to give you a list of some activities you may want to participate in before you lose the chance! Of course, we all had fun for Halloween, but the season doesn’t end with October. Without further ado, here  are seven things to do with your friends before fall ends:

As we enter early November, you may have noticed more than a typical number of those around you have their birthday popping up. The beginning to the middle days of November seems to be a hotspot, of sorts, for this personal big day. A reflection upon why this also tends to garner a knowing, but uncomfortable, understanding when month nine before November is: February.