Serena
Carver Lawson, Special Projects Manager
Serena was a lucky and gifted girl. She had a loving family and was naturally bright and observant. Her hardest problem in life so far was boredom. She had just finished freshman year of highschool and had expected more from her education and society. Her disappointment with the lack of challenges in life was a regular feeling for her. Ever since she was a little girl she had quickly caught on to how life works. She knew herself and the human condition well and often found herself studying people. No matter if she was out shopping, eating, or with friends she always found herself watching strangers. She would deeply wonder about their life and create a story of where they've been and where they're headed. The fact that so many people seemed to be unaware of the depths they had never stopped fascinating Serena. She didn’t understand how the mundane hollowed out experiences of life could capture and cloud people as they do. If someone tried to start small talk with her she would immediately ask an intimate question. She’d wonder about their opinion on what love really is and if evil truly exists in our world. She craved to know of the weight they carried and how it had shaped their being and character. She wanted to know the truth that existed in people, they were the ocean to her and she was a scuba diver. Unfortunately for her that blunt approach often scared them away, and so she had to learn a more subtle approach.
The Highlander Staff Visits 9News Headquarters
James Ortiz, Staff Photographer
Earlier this month, the Highlander Staff had the incredible opportunity to visit 9News Headquarters in Denver. The visit was a behind the scenes look into a fast paced journalistic environment, fueled by a large team of dedicated creatives, wanting to bring news to viewers with accuracy and credibility. With this trip, the Highlander staff witnessed live interviews and toured the sets where the morning news is filmed.
Casino Night Serves as a Featured Event for Ranger Week
James Ortiz, Staff Photographer
Regis University’s signature end of semester celebration, Ranger Week, spanned throughout the second week of April, 2025. On April 8th, in the Student Center Walker’s Pub, Casino Night, a fan favorite, took place. The event was one of competition, laughter, bonding, and excitement. It gave students a well-deserved break from the chaos of upcoming finals and the overall stress of life. Students enjoyed games including poker, blackjack, craps, and roulette, all of which were accompanied by amazing prizes.
Accessibility Day Celebrates Disability Pride and Promotes Awareness
James Ortiz, Staff Photographer
On April 9th, 2025, Regis University hosted Accessibility Day with games, prizes, and food trucks. Festivities took place on the Quad, and served as a way to celebrate diversity pride, and to promote awareness. The event taught skills and resources to make the world more accessible to all. It was organized and sponsored by Student Disability Services, Community for Belonging, RU Student Government Association and GLOBAL Inclusive Program.
High Stakes During the Intramural Basketball Semi-Finals
James Ortiz, Staff Photographer
On Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, the Semi-Finals of Regis University’s Intramural Basketball teams took place. The game was packed with energy and enthusiasm, showcasing the commitment RU students have to intramural sports.
Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club Asks “What Would You Do?”
Eamon Lujan, Guest Writer
Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club is the reason my mom and I traveled to New York. Well, not Cabaret specifically. In July of last year, the show announced they had cast Adam Lambert as the Emcee, starring alongside Auli’i Cravalho as Sally Bowles. I love Adam Lambert, I saw him in concert when Queen came to Denver a few years back. My mom really loves Adam Lambert. She has been following him since his American Idol days. We had been thinking of an excuse to do another Broadway trip, and that excuse was Adam Lambert. The trip was loosely planned the same day they announced the casting, and before noon we had bought our tickets. At this performance, we had the full principal cast for the show itself and three understudies for the Prologue Company. We sat in the East Mezzanine, Mezzanine 1, Row B, Seats 114 and 113.