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Articles by Grace Simonich
UM’s celebrity lookalikes
Recently, celebrity lookalike competitions have popped up across the nation, with people winning prizes based on their similarities to celebrities such as Timothée Chalamet, Jeremy Allen White and Glen Powell. If the University of Montana held one, here are some students who think they might have a shot at victory. From mustaches to hair color, these students share their experiences of being told they have a celebrity doppelganger and how they feel about the comparison.
Bridging the mother-daughter political divide
In today’s polarized political climate, conversations across ideological divides are often fraught, especially within families. For Melissa Dettlint, 51, and her daughter Jillian Griggs, 19, politics represent a deep well of disagreement — but also an opportunity to understand one another better. Their relationship reflects a broader struggle faced by many families: how to navigate political differences while preserving familial bonds.
A culinary journey, a home away from home
Sheltah Chase, a 24-year-old culinary arts major from the Navajo reservation in the Four Corners area, is more than just a student at Missoula College. They’re a culinary artist with a passion for cooking that began long before they enrolled in the college’s culinary arts program. Chase’s love for food has evolved from a childhood dream into a career focused on connecting with others through the art of cooking.
How women’s friendships can provide healing and support
In a world full of challenges, the bond between women is a source of empowerment, comfort and healing. Especially today, this solidarity feels more urgent as we face complex issues like reproductive rights, societal expectations and evolving gender roles. Women’s friendships have become more than just companionship — they’re lifelines, pushing back against a society that often tries to limit us.
A simple guide to mindfulness
It seems kind of harsh to call you all out like this, but it's the truth: We all could work on being more mindful and aware of our surroundings. It sounds like something that requires a mountain retreat, incense and the flexibility of a yogi who drinks only herbal tea. But don’t worry — no robe or chanting is necessary here. You can bring mindfulness into your daily life without going overboard. Here’s how to become present and stay chill throughout your week.
Learning Ourselves
If you watched any movies as a teenager, you probably had a pretty specific vision of what college is supposed to be like: wild ragers, spooky frat basements and tough classes. And alongside the chaos, every character seems to be going through so many changes. Missoula has a unique mix of that — a vibrant music scene, supportive LGBTQIA+ community and a general laid back outdoorsy vibe sets the scene for development and discovery.
How to: get away with trick or treating
It’s a universal truth that candy tastes better when it’s free. And who decided that trick-or-treating has an age limit, anyway? Just because you’re in college doesn’t mean you’ve outgrown the thrill of dressing up and receiving sweets from strangers. But to avoid judgmental stares and awkward conversations, here’s your foolproof guide to pulling off a successful night of trick-or-treating as a “totally not college-aged” kid.
How to: get your roommate to stop snoring
You’re lying in bed, just about to hit REM, when you decide to take one last hit off your penjamin for good measure. Suddenly, you wake up at 3 a.m., jolted by that witching-hour anxiety, convinced the spirits are active. But no, it’s not a ghost. There’s a loud rumbling coming from across the room — your roommate’s snoring. You groggily assess the situation and categorize the snore. Is it: A. A quiet, mucus-filled snore that sounds like a small animal hibernating? B.
‘Terrifier 3’ delivers gore over story
"Terrifier 3" is back with all the blood-soaked chaos fans crave, this time wrapping its mayhem in a twisted holiday setting. Director Damien Leone doesn’t stray from what made the franchise infamous, amping up the gore while dialing back any semblance of plot. Picking up after the brutal events of "Terrifier 2," the story sees Sienna, played by actress Lauren LaVera, facing off against David Howard Thornton’s character Art the Clown once more. The twist?
Coffee-o-Scope
Like many college students, I drink coffee almost every single day. It’s the perfect time of year for a cozy fall beverage. Satiate your caffeine addiction and find out here what the stars have in store for your next coffee order. Libra (Sept. 23 - Oct. 22): Flat White You seek harmony in all things, Libra, and the flat white offers that perfect balance of coffee and milk. Balanced, elegant and just the right amount of smooth, it’s refined and subtle, just like your approach to life and relationships.
Beetlejuice, Beetlejuice: Did Tim Burton give up?
It’s been 36 years since “Beetlejuice” first crashed onto the scene, but “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” feels like a ghost of its former self. While many fans, myself included, eagerly awaited the sequel, what we got instead was a CGI-heavy, cheesy mess that felt more like a reason to make someone mad than a reason to remember the charm and authenticity of the 1988 classic. After waiting more than three decades, the hype was through the roof. But the movie fell flat.
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