Opinion

Warbreaker and Leviathan Wakes are very different books but a comparison highlights why each one is so engaging.

Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ’26 discusses the last Beatles song that will ever be released with all four members.

Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ’26 reviews Eminem’s The Marshall Mathers LP2, released in November 2013.

Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ’26 reviews Taylor Swift’s latest re-recorded album, 1989 (Taylor's Version).

Associate Features Editor Alexis Vallier ’27 shares how reading instead of scrolling has altered her lifestyle and how she believes it can help others.

Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ’26 reviews the newest album from the iconic pop-punk band Blink-182.

Features Editor Eurydice Molina '26 explains why chocolate is her favorite candy.

Composing Editor Marissa Ho ’26 suggests that convenience stores in the U.S. should borrow ideas from Asia.

Associate Editorial/Opinion Editor John Molloy ‘26 reviews Roger Waters’ The Dark Side of the Moon Redux

Photography Coordinator Annelise Eggen-McElmurry ‘27 explains how a great weekend adventure can be just down the hill from your dorm.

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.

Editorial/Opinion Coordinator John Molloy ‘26 analyzes and reviews Nirvana’s In Utero, the band’s unintentional last album, for its 30th anniversary.

Former Grand Marshall Cait Bennett ’23G reflects on “President Barbie,” her journey in STEM, and the contradictions of self-definition.

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.

Business Manager Alexander Orr ’25 shares his love for horror games and why everyone should give them a try.

Managing Editor Gavin MacKenzie ’25 discusses the benefits of holding the flashlight for your dad.

What sport is right for you? Associate Sports Editor Dylan Ohno '26 goes through various sports and the appeals of watching each one.

Previous staff member Laura Zwirn '23 writes about Daniel Lander, Lecturer in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Features Editor Anna Zuniga ’26 reveals students’ troubles with dining on campus for those with dietary restrictions.

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.

Composing Editor Ryan Hickey ’25 discusses the potential of advanced AI like GPT-5 and argues against the call to pause its development.

We all know the classic lecture, homework, and exam course structure. Unfortunately, not too many students have experienced classes where they can interact with what they’re learning. This is why newly elected Grand Marshal Ben Viner ’24 encourages the incorporation of experiential education at RPI.

Vlogging can keep precious moments active in time. Photography Coordinator Annelise Eggen-McElmurry ’27 explains how the art of videography creates joy.

Editorial/Opinion Editor Soma Patra ’26 recounts her recent journey to New York City with her fellow staff members of The Polytechnic.