Regis Highlander 4/12/21 Regis Highlander 4/12/21

Raising the Minimum Wage: A Must to Recover from COVID

Alongside stimulus checks and small business loans, the federal minimum wage has been a topic of popular discussion amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Conservatives argue it is not the time to raise the minimum wage, and progressives argue it is long overdue. As we’ve watched our economy crumble over the course of one hectic year, we’ve all come to the same conclusion: something needs to change. One of those things is the minimum wage.

Regis Highlander 4/6/21 Regis Highlander 4/6/21

Exploring Religion

By: Sarah Gomez, Staff Writer

College is the time in which you find yourself; you shape our beliefs and discover who you are going to be from now on. That being said, finding your own path is not easy and can oftentimes feel intimidating. All the possibilities and unfamiliarity can make it feel impossible to explore something new and find what is right for you, and though there is no way to know everything before starting your journey, here is a place to start.

Regis Highlander 4/5/21 Regis Highlander 4/5/21

Where Do We Go From Here? Interview with Professor Alyse Knorr

By: Carly Compesi, Staff Writer

I was lucky enough to interview Alyse Knorr, an assistant professor in the English Department who teaches creative writing and Women and Gender Studies, about college life and beyond. Professor Knorr expressed profound gratitude for where she is now in her career at Regis, and also for the friends, mentors, and teachers who have been there since the start of her journey.

Regis Highlander 4/1/21 Regis Highlander 4/1/21

Spring Burnout: the lack of spring break and motivation at Regis

Spring break, much like any other holiday, serves different people in different ways. While many choose to use spring break as a time to travel, go to the beach, and party; others use it to relax and forget about the stresses of college classes and their course loads. This class-free time is a god send to students who are tired and losing motivation because it gives them time to recharge in order to power through the semester with strong grades and a good mentality. In general, spring break serves as a strong benefit to the mental health of students nationwide.