Opinion
Read The Poppy War to kick start this semester
Associate Business Manager Sarah Min ’27 recommends the ultimate book to be an academic weapon this semester.
Times of day, ranked
Associate Business Manager Sarah Min ’27 ranks the times of the day.
The benefits of digital thrift shopping
Associate Copy Editor Sophie March ’27 explains some of the possible benefits of digital secondhand shopping as well as strategies to shop online more effectively.
Horror movies are really for Christmas
Associate Sports Editor Riley Sobel ’27 explains why horror movies are best after Halloween.
Why you should read Warbreaker and Leviathan Wakes
Warbreaker and Leviathan Wakes are very different books but a comparison highlights why each one is so engaging.
The Beatles release a final song 46 years in the making
Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ’26 discusses the last Beatles song that will ever be released with all four members.
Eminem’s The Marshall Mathers LP2 ages decently after 10 years
Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ’26 reviews Eminem’s The Marshall Mathers LP2, released in November 2013.
Taylor Swift gives the “Taylor’s Version” treatment to 1989
Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ’26 reviews Taylor Swift’s latest re-recorded album, 1989 (Taylor's Version).
How reading became my favorite hobby and saved my grades
Associate Features Editor Alexis Vallier ’27 shares how reading instead of scrolling has altered her lifestyle and how she believes it can help others.
Blink-182 is back ONE MORE TIME…
Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ’26 reviews the newest album from the iconic pop-punk band Blink-182.
Chocolate is life
Features Editor Eurydice Molina '26 explains why chocolate is her favorite candy.
Bring the convenience back to convenience stores
Composing Editor Marissa Ho ’26 suggests that convenience stores in the U.S. should borrow ideas from Asia.
Roger Waters’ revival of Pink Floyd’s classic album is a mess
Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ‘26 reviews Roger Waters’ The Dark Side of the Moon Redux
What’s the fuss about Troy
Photography Coordinator Annelise Eggen-McElmurry ‘27 explains how a great weekend adventure can be just down the hill from your dorm.
How working out changed my life
Editorial/Opinion Editor Megan Waller ’26 shares her experience with strength training and how it has shaped her as a person and improved her life.
Nirvana’s final album still rocks 30 years later
Editorial/Opinion Coordinator John Molloy ‘26 analyzes and reviews Nirvana’s In Utero, the band’s unintentional last album, for its 30th anniversary.
What was I made for?
Former Grand Marshall Cait Bennett ’23G reflects on “President Barbie,” her journey in STEM, and the contradictions of self-definition.
What the class of 2027 wants to know
The Polytechnic Editorial Staff shares a list of advice compiled during our Navigating Rensselaer and Beyond event to help incoming freshmen adjust to life at Rensselaer.
Power of horror games
Business Manager Alexander Orr ’25 shares his love for horror games and why everyone should give them a try.
Why I love dad side quests
Managing Editor Gavin MacKenzie ’25 discusses the benefits of holding the flashlight for your dad.
Let’s watch sports
What sport is right for you? Associate Sports Editor Dylan Ohno '26 goes through various sports and the appeals of watching each one.
Hugs from Troy: building bikes and community with Daniel Lander
Previous staff member Laura Zwirn '23 writes about Daniel Lander, Lecturer in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.
RPI's failure to feed
Features Editor Anna Zuniga ’26 reveals students’ troubles with dining on campus for those with dietary restrictions.
Popping the bubble
Features Coordinator Megan Waller ’26 describes her experience with how COVID-19 has continued to negatively affect her life as a college student. She also shares her attempts at breaking that cycle.