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Student Sustainability Summit
By: Anthony Nassar Photo taken of mural painted by Liam Ginter on the first floor of the Carlson library - Anthony Nassar for the Collegian TOLEDO, Ohio — Greening UToledo Through Service Learning (GUTS) held a Student Sustainability Summit, showcasing two students’ creative projects and other sustainability-themed posters, last Thursday at the Carlson Library. The event aimed to highlight how students from any field can get involved with on-campus initiatives. GUTS has helpe
Laila Drummond
Apr 262 min read
Project Hail Mary Review
Feature Written By: Juan Drown The filmmaker duo Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, known for their films "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs" (2009) and "The Lego Movie" (2014), have taken it to space with their latest work, "Project Hail Mary". This marks the 2nd book of American author Andy Weir being adapted into a film, the previous being "The Martian" (Ridley Scott, 2015) starring Matt Damon. The film follows Grace (Ryan Gosling), a science school-teacher who holds a doc
Juan Drown
Apr 262 min read
Students Protest Foundation for Life Outreach
Written By: Lauren York TOLEDO, Ohio – This afternoon, Centennial Mall became the grounds for a debate over reproductive rights. Members of the Foundation for Life, a regional advocacy group, gathered on campus to engage students in conversations regarding abortion. This prompted a counter-protest from student organizations, including the Women’s and Gender Studies honor society, Triota. The day showcased a sharp contrast in messaging, visual aids, and perspectives. The Fou
Laila Drummond
Apr 133 min read
GLSU annual Scholarship Gala
Photo Courtesy of the Global Latin Student Union Written By: Brandon N-G TOLEDO, Ohio — The Global Latin Student Union (GLSU) is hosting its fifth annual Scholarship Gala. This year is the biggest yet, with a ton of activities planned. The gala features a theme inspired by the "famed city of gold", intended to reflect the richness of Latino culture. The event includes catered food from La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant and performances by local talent, featuring acts like El Coraz
Laila Drummond
Apr 112 min read
UToledo's Theatre Department Puts On Percy Jackson Musical
Graphics Provided By The University of Toledo’s Theatre and Film Department Written By: Megan Matthews TOLEDO, OHIO – The University of Toledo’s Theatre department is putting on “The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical”. Performances will run from April 9-12th and April 15-19th and are free for students with a valid rocket ID. This musical is based off the book “The Lightning Thief” by Rick Riordan, and follows Percy Jackson (Joseph Schreiner), Annabeth Chase (Whitney
Laila Drummond
Apr 92 min read
Students Petition For Rice Blvd To Become Apart Of Meal Plan
Written By: Anthony Nassar TOLEDO, Ohio — Rice Blvd has quickly become a popular dining spot for students at the University of Toledo. Its rise in popularity led to a petition to add the restaurant to the list of places students can spend their dining dollars, which are prepaid funds that students can use at certain restaurants on campus. Rice Blvd offers authentic Japanese and Korean dining for the Toledo area, using all-natural ingredients to make a variety of menu items. O
Laila Drummond
Apr 92 min read
Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die Drowns in its Own Creative Pool
Graphic Courtesy of Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die Creators OPINION Review by: Juan Drown “Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die” is director Gore Verbinski’s stylistic return since his last feature, “A Cure for Wellness” (2016). It follows “The Man from the Future”, portrayed by Sam Rockwel, who is hellbent on saving mankind from extinction by the ultimate villain — Artificial Intelligence. The Man from the Future uses a self-made time-travel suit to repeatedly return from the futu
Laila Drummond
Apr 92 min read
Review- Blooming in the Jazz Age: The Great Gatsby Musical
Logo Provided By "The Great Gatsby" Team Feature Written By: Ray Wisda The Stranahan Theater’s production of Broadway’s "The Great Gatsby: A New Musical" arrives with all the shimmer, perfume, and excess of a hothouse flower – lush, fragrant, and just a little overwhelming. Adapted from F. Scott Fitzgerald’s 1925 novel, the production leans into spectacle while trying to preserve the story’s fragile emotional core. In doing so, it also introduces "The Great Gatsby" to a new g
Laila Drummond
Apr 83 min read
Rocket Baseball Takes Three From Eastern
By: Connor Barrus TOLEDO, OHIO - The Toledo Rockets baseball team picked three straight wins on Thursday and Friday for their second conference sweep of the season as they faced Eastern Michigan at Scott Park. In Game 1, the Rockets went back and forth in the first four innings, but a 5 run surge in the bottom of the seventh inning secured a 10-2 win behind 14 hits and 8 RBIs. Third baseman JP Wagner led at the plate, going 2-4 with 3 RBIs and right-handed pitcher Nathan Lein
Laila Drummond
Apr 42 min read
Lights, Camera, Songfest 2026!
By: Juan Drown and Aidden Johnson Lights out on Songfest 2026. The University of Toledo’s second-oldest tradition returned last Saturday for its 89th year with the theme being “Lights, Camera, Rockets”. Participants selected songs used in movies in accordance to the theme. Songfest initially started as an intra-fraternal competition in 1937; over the decades, it has widened to additional divisions, for the sororities and other student organizations. Songfest is a shared c
Juan Drown
Mar 302 min read
Scarlet Hollow: Game Review
OPINION Review By: Ray Wisda “Scarlet Hollow”, developed by Black Tabby Games, the same team behind the popular game “Slay the Princess” delivers a grounded, slow-burning horror experience that blends visual-novel storytelling with light role-playing elements. It follows an episodic structure in which players navigate a weeklong stay in a small Appalachian town filled with family tension, local folklore, and steadily escalating supernatural threats. The game as of March 20
Ray Wisda
Mar 242 min read
BIG Event 2026: UToledo Students Give Back to the Community
Students gathered in the Student Rec Center awaiting BIG Event assignments. - Photo by Lauren York By: Lauren York TOLEDO, Ohio – While most college students may spend a Saturday morning catching up on sleep, hundreds of UToledo Rockets were awake and ready to work at 9:30 a.m. The Student Recreation Center's basketball courts were transformed into a room filled with high-energy chatter and volunteer spirit. BIG Event 2026 the largest service day of the year. For a majority
Lauren York
Mar 243 min read
UToledo’s Spring Sneakerball Dismantles Mental Health Stigma
Students walking around and enjoying the attractions at Sneakerball 2026 - Photo by Lauren York By: Lauren York TOLEDO, Ohio – At the UToledo Rec Center, the sound of squeaking sneakers typically means a basketball game, except for this past Thursday, when the shoes were paired with dresses and sharp blazers for the first Spring Sneakerball. From 7 - 9 p.m, the basketball courts were transformed into a judgment-free zone, trading athletic drills for a semi-formal dance floor
Laila Drummond
Mar 232 min read
Reflecting on Black History Month at the University of Toledo
Courtesty of The Black Student Union Written By: Allyanna Shaffran Black history isn't limited to February, but it's spotlighted during the month in order to bridge the gaps in traditional American History, which often omit significant events. " Black history is a foundational and fundamental piece of all history, not just the slavery aspects." states Cole Fullen, president of the Black Student Union. Black history is American history, and it goes far beyond what is learned i
Allyanna Shaffran
Mar 152 min read
A Retrospective of 2025 in Films
Opinion Piece Written By: Juan Drown 2025 was a great year for films, of the hundreds of major films that were released last year, three defined the year for audiences and critics. The first massive film of 2025 was Ryan Coogler’s record-breaking supernatural horror movie Sinners , which Coogler wrote, directed, and produced. His fusion of period-drama and horror garnered 16 Academy Award nominations out of 17 possible categories. Critics and fans alike praised Sinners for
Juan Drown
Feb 272 min read
Free Food Finds Feb. 25-26
Written By: DC University of Toledo students craving free food and entertainment have prime opportunities this week. Campus events on Feb. 25 and 26 blend snacks, games, and creativity—all open to the public and perfect for a midweek pick-me-up. Starting Wednesday, Feb. 25, the Rocket Fuel Food Pantry adds a healthy twist with its Pop-Up Pantry (10:30 a.m.-12 p.m., Gillham Hall), where free snacks will be available along with pantry resources. Swing by for a quick bite and
Laila Drummond
Feb 251 min read
RockeTHON Dance Marathon: UToledo Unites to Support Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Aidden Johnson for The Collegian By: Lauren York, Aidden Johnson TOLEDO, Ohio – The University of Toledo and families from the Children’s Miracle Network came together for the RockeTHON Dance Marathon to raise funds for the local Nationwide Children’s Hospital. This year’s event took place on Feb. 22, marking the 25th anniversary of RockeTHON. Since its creation in 2001, RockeTHON has raised over $1 million for pediatric care. For Alyssa Beach, RockeTHON’s Overall Director
The Collegian
Feb 242 min read
UT Freshmen Musicians Gear Up for Spring Band Concert
Written By: Ray Wisda TOLEDO, Ohio – The University of Toledo Wind and Symphonic Ensemble is preparing to take the stage Monday, Feb. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in Doermann Theater. For two first-year performers, the upcoming concert is both a challenge and a chance to grow. The group will perform a series of challenging classical pieces, including all four movements of Clare Grundman’s Hebrides Suite, and James Swearingen’s The Light Eternal. Alyx Oiler, a freshman trumpet player, joi
Ray Wisda
Feb 221 min read
One Last Time: Live! From Rocket Hall
Photo Courtesy of Alexis Janiszewski Written By: Megan Matthews TOLEDO, Ohio – Live! From Rocket Hall is back for one last semester. Live! From Rocket Hall is a show that brings in local bands for a performance and an interview. The show is posted to YouTube and broadcasted on WXUT. Live! From Rocket Hall started as an independent study created by Trip Floyd, a media communication major, in his junior year. The show provides an opportunity to be a part of a student- led prod
Megan Matthews
Feb 212 min read
The Rise of UToledo E-Sports
Written By: Kayleen Cleavenger TOLEDO, Ohio – Competitive online gaming is on the rise at the University of Toledo, where esports is quickly becoming a fast-growing program. What started as a student-run club has expanded into a university-wide esports program supported by Recreation Services, Information Technology, and Athletics. Esports lets gamers compete through organized online multiplayer video games. The growth is fueled by high student interest, increasing nat
Kayleen Cleavenger
Feb 192 min read
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