Danica Lyktey
dlyktey@binghamton.edu
22 Articles
Listicle
Six Valentine's Day gifts, ranked
The tradition of gift-giving on Valentine’s Day dates back to the 17th century when roses became the flower of choice to mark the day as a representation of love in all its...
Opinions
Digital communication has killed the art of conversation
Some of the fondest and most fulfilling moments in my life have been the ones where I get lost in conversation with those I love, like the nights I stayed up talking...
Opinions
Turn inward and find success
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been obsessed with excellence — chasing straight A’s, aiming for perfection on every test and pushing myself to always be the best. I was...
Movies
'Wicked' (2024) holds space for friendship, magic and self-discovery
Released in theaters on Nov. 22, the movie adaptation “Wicked” (2024) explores the relationship between the two central witches of the 1930s movie, “The Wizard of Oz.” The film, an adaptation of...
Off-Campus Events
Binghamton Writers Project hosts 'A Feast of Words'
Binghamton Writers Project, a literacy service program of the Binghamton Center for Writers at Binghamton University, hosted “A Feast of Words” — a poetry workshop and open mic event — last Sunday...
Opinions
Optimism threatens climate progress
Did you question why it reached 70 degrees in Binghamton this November? Climate change may have something to do with that. Rising temperatures impact everything from raging wildfires to intense and unpredictable...
Opinions
True crime media's disregard of victims must be scrutinized
True crime has become one of the most popular forms of media today, with television shows, podcasts, documentaries and series chronicling both fictional and true stories. Although they are usually harmless, these...
Music
Pixies releases new album 'The Night the Zombies Came'
Pixies, an alternative rock band from Boston, Massachusetts, released their ninth studio album, “The Night the Zombies Came.” This album comes just in time for Halloween, reflecting the horror theme that it...
Opinions
You are not your idol
The influence of celebrities on the lives of “normal” civilians has always been present. Marilyn Monroe was often an obsession of many women of her time and even The Beatles had a...
Music
Neon Trees releases fifth studio album
After three years of work, Neon Trees, an American rock band from Provo, Utah, released their highly anticipated fifth studio album “Sink Your Teeth,” allowing longtime and new fans alike to finally...