Opinion
The Opinion section regularly features staff editorials, columnists' essays on topics privy to them, and unpopular opinions.*
* The views of a specific individual writer are not, nor ever, representative of The Lamron nor SUNY Geneseo. No party except writer is responsible for their views.
Unprecedented? Debates on historical parallels of the regime
If you have been paying attention (and I certainly hope you have), there is a good chance that you have noticed by now the overt, racially coded cruelty and systemic lack of accountability on the part of the Trump regime.
Geneseo dorm disasters
We thought, given our interactions with many of our peers, that it might be cathartic for all of us to get some collective complaining out of the way; therefore, what follows is a list of a few of the troubles we have experienced as we make our way around campus and settle in our cozy twin beds at the end of the day.
Thriftflation on the Internet
Usually, we think of buying secondhand as a way to save money. Clothes that look new are donated by charitable people (or people with too-full closets) and found by others at Goodwills, Amvets, and Savers across the country. But more and more people are taking advantage of online programs like Vinted and Depop to sell their clothes for a much higher price, no matter their condition.
Do we belong together?
On Jan. 15, pop icon Harry Styles announced his much-anticipated fourth studio album. Kiss All The Time, Disco Occasionally is set to release on Mar. 6, 2026, with the first single, “Aperture,” having been released on Jan. 23. With Styles’s almost four-year hiatus, rising popularity, and Ticketmaster, fans have been preparing for a war to obtain tickets.
Stop looking for an ideal victim
I assume that, if you have any online presence at all, you have heard the names Alex Pretti and Renee Good quite frequently in the past few weeks. It seems that, for many people, the murder of these individuals—both United States citizens with no criminal record—served as a wake-up call to the extreme violence and dehumanizing rhetoric of the Trump administration.
Brodie Hall is the best academic building on campus
At certain times of the day, you will hear music floating through the halls, but for the most part, Brodie is a quiet place to relax or do work. Its charm lies in its cozy study spots, natural lighting, vintage architecture, and artwork, such as the beautiful stained glass windows.
Donald Trump: Zohran Mamdani’s not-so-secret admirer
While in the past, it may have been routine for a president to hold a meeting with the upcoming mayor of one of the nation’s major cities, the tense political climate of today usually would not allow for a bipartisan meeting between two people who could reasonably be thought of as existing on opposite ends of the contentious political spectrum.
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade never disappoints
On every Thanksgiving morning since 1924, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has taken over the streets of New York City with tens of thousands of people, floats, and performers to ring in the holiday.
Robert Irwin and Witney Carson take home the Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy!
Dancing with the Stars (2005- ) celebrated their 20th season on air this past season. Fan favorite Robert Irwin took home the 20th anniversary Len Goodman Mirrorball Trophy alongside pro partner Witney Carson.
Finals week can be tough, but you are tougher
This winter season is so beautiful; the campus trees’ branches are graced with snow, holiday season cheer is spreading, everyone breaks out their warmest, comfiest sweaters… and prepares for finals.
How to get through the winter months
Here at The Lamron, we have been discussing ways to maintain our happiness during these difficult times. We have compiled some tips and tricks we have found useful in past winter seasons, which may prove to be essential in the months ahead.
My professor, the robot
We all know someone, or may even be the person, who uses ChatGPT for every assignment. Cheating done by college students is one thing—but when professors rely on generative AI such as ChatGPT, it's a bigger issue.
Bring back real winters
An impenetrable darkness hugs me, interrupted only by the fluorescence of lamposts, which sparsely illuminate the pools of water coalesced in the dips of the sidewalk. The pavement is black and slick, and the white light reflecting in the water glistens and shifts as I hurriedly walk home.
We need to keep being surprised
As I am sure some Lamron readers may be aware—particularly those who fall victim to the siren song of the doomscroll—a right-wing extremist by the name of Lilly Gaddis, who first gained attention on social media for using a racial slur in a cooking video on TikTok, recently did an entire stream in blackface.
Why the kids’ table is a necessity this (and every) Thanksgiving season
During almost every Thanksgiving dinner, families and friends gather to eat, laugh, and pretend that everyone gets along with one another, all of which are basic expectations. But there is one particular staple at every Thanksgiving dinner that I believe should never, by any means, be ignored: the kids’ table.
A very serious review of superpowers
I am sure we have all been asked at some point: what superpower, if you could have any, would you choose? I take this question very seriously, and I believe we are due for a serious review of all superpower options.
Zohran Mamdani: An admirable calm in the storm of racism surrounding him
Throughout the course of his campaign and after his win, current mayor-elect of New York City Zohran Mamdani has captured the attention of people far beyond the city's borders.
Go to the Learning Centers on campus!
As finals season approaches, discussions have been circulating in The Lamron office about the importance of using resources offered, specifically the various SUNY Geneseo “Learning Centers.” These resources offer another opportunity for students to excel in their classes, but they are often overlooked or not widely-known.
The Hello Kitty x Starbucks collab is the best Starbucks merch drop in a while
As part of 2025’s holiday season launch, Starbucks stores across the country collaborated with Sanrio and their iconic Hello Kitty character to create some of the cutest merchandise customers have seen in quite some time.