By: Lucas Watson Truth be told, the title of this article is partially ripped from a book I had taken from the library when they were clearing the second floor out, called “The Voyage of the ‘Why not?’ in the Antarctic.” But the few words, ‘The voyage of the ‘Why not?’’ stuck with me; in particular, the idea of ‘Why not?’ has stayed with me throughout my three to four years at Canisius. Most of everything I’ve done regarding Canisius has been a matter of why not? From the ver

By: Rivy Mosegi, Opinion Editor Buffalonians and non-Buffalonians, winter is upon us. And you know what that means! Time to prepare for Buffalo's notoriously inconsistent weather. Buffalo is a city known for its harsh winters, but the devastating storms of recent years – especially the deadly December 2022 blizzard – exposed deep weaknesses in the city’s emergency planning and leadership under former mayor Byron Brown. More than thirty people lost their lives, and a large num

What is old love? It’s a term that today’s generation seems to have forgotten. Old love is defined by Google as a deep, long-lasting bond built over time. As I look around at my peers and their relationships, I don’t see a lot of old love. Has this generation forgotten the depth of love? This isn’t to say there aren’t people who live old love daily, but it’s starting to become extinct. Coming from a male perspective, one should chase after the love of someone they desire and

For our series “Editors’ Picks,” we ask the staff each the same question and give you their unfiltered responses– interruptions included. Happy picking! Lucas:  Probably pumpkin pie, I don’t know.  Sara:  Oooo, oooo, oooo, oooo, I think I have no idea. Can I get back to you? I think I'd be sweet potato casserole, which I don't really like that much, but I think that would be what I'd be.  Kaitlin:  Something like green bean casserole because I think I'm an acquired taste.  Pe

By: Rivy Mosegi, Opinion Editor On June 4, the democratic mayoral primary debate was held with candidates including former NYC governor Andrew Cuomo, Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani, NYC council speaker Adrienne Adams and former hedge fund manager Whitney Tilson. Many questions were raised but amongst these questions, a certain question asked to the candidates has since gone viral – where would each candidate go on their first foreign trip as mayor? Though Cuomo, Adams an

By: Sophie Asher, Multimedia Director This past Tuesday,   “Dancing with the Stars” aired their “20th birthday” episode – and it’s safe to say I was absolutely obsessed!  I was immediately blown away by the opening number, which was the best one I had seen yet. The choreography was incredible and highlighted everyone’s talents in the best way possible. It was so cool to see the show bring back the original six professional dancers from its very first season in 2005. As the op

By: Sara Swenson, Copy Editor When I was deciding which colleges to apply to, I knew I wanted to stay local, so my decision was between UB and Canisius. Knowing I didn’t want to face large class sizes where I’d become lost among masses of students, I took a little leap of faith and chose Canisius. I wasn’t sure what to expect – Canisius made the most sense, but I wasn’t sure how it would fit me and how I’d fit it. To my surprise, choosing Canisius was perhaps the best decisio

Winter is nothing to fear. When the sun goes down so early in the day and the cold air fills your lungs, it can be daunting. Sometimes it feels like I can’t breathe, and everything is dark and feels out of control, almost as if you don’t know whether or not the sun is ever going to come back. Getting stuck in that darkness can make life stagnant, clouding your thoughts with negativity and anxiety. If you have ever felt like this, The Griffin  is with you, and we are here to h

By: Rivy Mosegi, Opinion Editor Movies have always been one of those things I’m extremely picky about. I honestly don’t like watching movies at all unless they’re about war or romance, or are a deep psychological thriller. But I recently came across a YouTube short of a movie scene from “The Six Triple Eight” of an interracial couple, and it immediately intrigued me. “The Six Triple Eight” was released in December of 2024 and directed by the notable Tyler Perry and Kerry Wash

Last year on The Griffin ’s   annual trip to California for the ACP Spring National College Media Conference, they had sweatshirts marked with the phrase “Journalism matters now more than ever.” Every day, across college newsrooms and professional media outlets, this becomes a statement that gains more and more importance. College newsrooms specifically across the nation are being stripped of their free speech, simply because they are funded by their institution. Although our

For our series “Editors’ Picks,” we ask the staff each the same question and give you their unfiltered responses– interruptions included. Happy picking! Mo: One Piece, sorry Kamal. Kamal: The Grandfather, no… it's called the Godfather.Lucas: I’d have to say The Godfather as well. Colin: Rocky. You watch him walk around the slums of Philadelphia for an hour and a half just to see him celebrate losing the fight at the end. Liz: Harry Potter. Specifically Goblet of Fire, I hate

By: Lucas R. Watson, Layout Editor Typically, when people travel, they travel with friends, family or partners. They share the experiences with someone else, and they embrace unique situations with someone else. Solo travel is an expression of ultimate freedom. My experiences largely stem from my solo travel experience in England during the autumn of 2024 while I studied abroad. When traveling alone, you are responsible to yourself only, which also means you are liable for yo

By: Ashley Kurz, Managing Editor Before I even begin, I would like to make it clear that Riley, the therapy dog, our beloved frequent visitor, is a beautiful, fulfilling and lovable addition to the community. I would like to thank Riley on behalf of all of Canisius for spending time with us. Now let’s get into the business: cats! I am a proud cat lover and I believe that everyone has a small piece of them that loves cats too. It is very common to find someone that doesn’t li

Sports are the greatest form of entertainment in the world. It brings people together no matter what beliefs they have, but how is it good for your mental health? As a sports fan, of course I would say very good. Most people argue how your team plays determines your mood for the next day or week. That is a true statement; however, the world of sports also creates lifelong bonds that cannot be broken. Just ask Mikayla Boyd and her fantasy football and hockey teams. My favorite

By: Rivy Mosegi, Opinion Editor Sometimes when I discuss politics, policies or politicians with people, it always seems as though people try to get me to hate a certain politician alongside them – which, in my case, is never true. I’m often met with confused or even frustrated looks when I respond with something like, “I don’t necessarily hate them, but I do want to read into that policy,” or, “I’m going to look into that.” I even remember someone saying to me, “There’s no n

For our series “Editors’ Picks,” we ask the staff each the same question and give you their unfiltered responses– interruptions included. Happy picking! Question: What’s the spookiest thing that’s ever happened to you on or off campus?  Sara: My phone number is apparently the former number of a now dead gravesite caretaker, so I’d always get calls from families about needing gravesites for their deceased loved ones.  Hannah: Seeing Kaitlin O’Meara passing me in the halls. (th

Happy Halloween! The Underground would like to remind everyone not to check your candy, especially the ones from the suspicious-looking houses and off-putting individuals. It adds flavor!  Well, seniors registered for classes this week, and with almost half of The Griffin  staff being seniors, we fear The Griffin itself might not be able to register for another year of publishing: A scary thought indeed, but we here at The Underground are ready and willing to step in and shak

By: Sophie Asher, Multimedia Director Sharing harsh opinions and giving unsolicited advice is what I do best, so you already know it’s time for me to give another “Dancing With the Stars” review! This time, we’re more than halfway through the season, so my opinions have changed quite a bit since last I wrote.  “In no particular order,” I want to go through the remaining eight couples (plus the most recently eliminated pair) and share my thoughts on where I think each of them

By: Lucas R. Watson, Layout Editor Cities across North America are often said to be poorly designed, but oftentimes, they have been poorly redesigned. In my previous article, I discussed the toxic relationship between Buffalo and the automobile, mentioning the extensive public transit the city once had and how, objectively, Buffalo was a very well-designed city. It was a city designed around people, and this is to say clearly, cities should be designed around people, not cars

For our series “Editors’ Picks,” we ask the staff each the same question and give you their unfiltered responses– interruptions included. Happy picking! Question: If aliens landed on campus, what class would you recommend they take? Andrew: Ummmm “Social Media Storytelling” ‘cause I think it would help them understand our culture better, especially because technology is so prevalent in today’s world.  Hannah: I feel like I would just have them take an English class, but like