Mathew Biadun | News-Editor The university faced backlash last week after a new, AI-generated advertisement  was posted to the university’s social media. The ad, notifying prospective students about an extension to the university’s no-fee application period, portrays Willi the Warrior studying at the beach. The description in the comments read: “Willi’s been taking notes… and he wants you to know something important. 👀✍️ Application fees are waived through the end of the da

Mathew Biadun | News-Editor Democrats in Windham saw a strong showing on Election Day, re-electing Tom DeVivo to a fourth consecutive term as Mayor. Along with the mayorship, Democrats won a strong majority on the City Council and Board of Education, while offices lower down the ticket were more competitive. It is important to note that elections in Windham use a minority representation rule , meaning that parties are limited in how many candidates they can run for a positi

Mathew Biadun | News-Editor For the first time in over a year, Democrats have reasons to be optimistic. At the end of 2024, Democrats had been soundly beaten across the board. Republicans seized control of the White House and both chambers of Congress which, along with a conservative majority on the Supreme Court, effectively gave them firm control over all three branches of the federal government. In the year since, poll numbers for the party have plummeted, reaching lows

Mathew Biadun | News-Editor The biggest question looming over Connecticut politics was finally answered today. Ned Lamont, Connecticut’s two-term Democratic governor, is seeking to turn those two terms into three. He officially filed today  to run in 2026, alongside his lieutenant governor Susan Bysiewicz.  The announcement came after months of subtle hints and noncommittal responses. The final push appeared to be Tuesday’s election results where, amid a high turnout , Dem