Knight Life

“Bottoms” is the best comedy of 2023

Rosie Hill, Feature Editor • January 24, 2024

At a typical Loy Norrix football game, the stands are half-full, students are only partially paying attention to the game, and there is some mild rivalry But in Emma Seligman’s new film “Bottoms,”...

OutFront Kalamazoo has been getting contacted with many harmful and threatening messages

Isabella Figueroa, Chief Copy Editor • February 20, 2023

Since 1987, OutFront Kalamazoo has been a locally based LGBTQ+ resource center in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Their mission is “To create a just, inclusive, equitable, and supportive environment in Southwest...

Loy Norrix theatre showcases their incredible talent in “Legally Blonde: The Musical”

Gracie Goschke and Naysa Quinones • December 7, 2022

“It was an absolute triumph,” said principal Christopher Auguinaga, “that provided our community [with] a great message on women's empowerment and also support for the LGBTQ+ community.” On...

The Loy Norrix student’s guide to activism

Eleanor Cook, Executive Editor • November 3, 2022

You're young, opinionated and dedicated. You've always had differing views from the adults in your life, but it seems like there's nothing you can do about it. You could join a rally or sign a petition,...

Conners’ Critiques: “Heartstopper” is perfect for a feel-good kind of mood

Conner McBride, Staff Writer • June 11, 2022

From a graphic novel to Netflix’s ‘Top 10’ list, “Heartstopper,” released on April 22 of this year, is a fluffy, tear-jerking, stomach flipping whirlwind of a show that is definitely worth watching. “Heartstopper”...

Conner’s Critiques: “The Half of It,” a showcase of the challenges of a high-school relationship

Conner McBride, Staff Writer • February 15, 2022

Netflix often likes to repeat itself when it comes to the introductions of their romantic movies. One of the things they like to start the movie with is the tale of soulmates. On May 1 of 2020, Netflix...

Conner’s Critiques: Tick, tick… a booming review

Conner McBride, Staff Writer • January 13, 2022

“Tick, Tick… Boom” is the story of writer and musician Jonathan Larson, who is best known for writing the musical “Rent.” The musical/drama tells the story of Larson while he is stuck in a slump...

Allies and the LGBT community work better together

Moe Martin, Photo Editor • October 20, 2021

In recent years, numerous students have come to the realization that they align with the ideals, identity and community of the LGBTQ+. LGBTQ+ stands for “lesbian, gay, bisexual and Transgender,” the...

Issues trans people face and how to avoid them

Kai Neve-Jones, Assistant Photo Editor • May 10, 2021

I am transgender. I was born female and I am planning on transitioning to male both socially and physically. I use he/they pronouns and I identify as both FtM (female to male) and non-binary. I have a...

Setting boundaries online to keep yourself safe

Kai Neve-Jones, Assistant Photo Editor • February 11, 2021

In the time of the internet, it’s easy to find people who have similar interests as you, but it’s also easier for people who want to hurt you, mentally or physically, to get in contact with you. I,...

The Divided Methodist Church: The denomination set to split in two

Riley Dominianni, Feature Editor • March 12, 2020

Following years of conflict over LGBTQ clergy and same-sex marriage, the world’s third largest denomination of Christianity has finally decided to split in two. The United Methodist Church is a worldwide...

Drag Queens 'Living' in Kalamazoo

Anna Gunnerson • June 2, 2018

Today, a drag race no longer refers to cars on a racetrack. Rather, men dressing up and acting as a woman for entertainment. Furthermore, with the help of social media and the TV show “RuPaul’s Drag...