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

The Underground is back! Did you miss us? Oh you did? We didn’t miss you. Bah humbug. This note is directed to Canisius facilities: the pool is in the Koessler Athletic Center, and if you want to fill it using the power of nature through rain, please redirect leaks from the fourth floor of Old Main down the street to the KAC. Like, that there was rain pouring down the walls and onto our classmates’ heads is just jarring. I guess we forgot our suits? That was not on our class

By: Ashley Kurz, Managing Editor Next week is going to be my fifth Halloween at Canisius, and although I am not planning on celebrating on campus, I’ve had enough experience to share. Halloween costumes have meant something different to me each year; for example, in my freshman year I had no money to spend. This actually ended up leading to one of my favorite costumes to date: a yearbook. I had a stained pair of white jeans I could no longer wear, a cheap tank top from Aerie,

Earlier this week, we found out my aunt, who lives in the Philippines, became an inpatient in the hospital due to a medical emergency in which she would receive immediate surgery. The entire procedure, including her hospital stay and medications, would total over two hundred thousand pesos – in USD, that equals around four thousand dollars or more. PhilHealth, the health insurance every Filipino is mandatorily enrolled in, covers basic expenses for those who are employed, sel

This note from The Underground comes directly from THE   actual underground, aka the metro, where our victorious Griff fans are heading...

By: Rivy Mosegi, Opinion Editor The genocide of Nigerian Christians has resurfaced over the past several months, yet mainstream Western...

When I think about internships, I think about that one scene in Gilmore Girls  where Rory is interning at the Stamford Eagle Gazette  for...

Rivy Mosegi, Opinion Editor  NEWBERN, Alabama , is a small town of about two hundred people, where the legacy of slavery still lingers...

As a college student, and more specifically a Canisius student, it’s easy to get tunnel vision. Between the various responsibilities we...