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Critical Feelings

February 4, 2021February 5, 2021

By Mac Pomeroy As an English major, I often find myself writing for hours at a time. Stories, essays, articles — I have gotten used to the feeling of my fingers hitting the keyboard, the keys clacking as they put down my thoughts. This is not the difficult part —…

Editorial Opinion

The Jambar Editorial

January 28, 2021February 3, 2021

Last week, President Joe Biden officially took office as the 46th President of the United States. His first few weeks in office will reveal a lot about the next four years. Our new president is no stranger to Youngstown. He visited Youngstown State University’s campus in October 2018 while campaigning…

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Hook and Yarn

January 28, 2021February 3, 2021

By Mac Pomeroy I look down toward the hook and yarn in my hands. Currently, it is nothing impressive, nothing more than materials. I made the first knot and slipped it on the hook, and began to make a chain. I have had many hobbies in my life, such as…

Editorial Opinion

The Jambar Editorial

January 21, 2021February 3, 2021

We’re so excited to celebrate The Jambar’s 90th birthday with this special edition of the paper dedicated to our history. To be transparent, last year was tough. We were challenged at every winding turn of 2020. In the last year, we’ve all been part of the stressful world of politics,…

It’s Okay to Ask for Help

January 21, 2021February 3, 2021

By Mac Pomeroy In a weird way, something I tend to be known for is not being afraid to ask for help. It is a learned habit. Beyond needing help for my physical struggles, I try to not hold back on admitting something is beyond what I can achieve on…

Access to fresh produce for YSU students who live on campus

December 3, 2020December 13, 2020

By Justyn Madick A food desert is considered to be an area that has limited access to affordable and nutritious food. In Youngstown, supermarkets and grocery stores are scarce. This is especially the case on campus at Youngstown State University. It is extremely important for students who live on campus…

Opinion

Wellness Days Replace Spring Break

More Time to Panic

Viva La Valentine’s Day

What About Grapes?

NCAA Football Franchise Makes Shocking Return

GameStop, the Stock Market, and the Rich

Critical Feelings

The Jambar Editorial

Hook and Yarn

The Jambar Editorial

It’s Okay to Ask for Help

Access to fresh produce for YSU students who live on campus