OPINION
Beauty In the Eye of the Media
Standards for physical appearance have existed for ages, and they change in the blink of an eye. Some trends may seem safe enough, after all it may just be some mascara or…
Trunk or Trick, There Is No Treat
Imagine this, the leaves crunch under your feet as you sprint across lawns, knocking on door after door. You’re rocking the ensemble of your favorite character that year, just to yell out,…
Florida State Legislators Seek to Use Taxpayer Money to Force Colleges to Honor Charlie Kirk
On October 7, 2025, Republican State Representative Kevin Steele filed House Bill (HB) 113: “Redesignations of State University and Florida College System Institution Roads.” The proposed legislation would require 40 Florida public…
Nations vs Corporations: The Struggle for Who Will Control Space
Throughout all of modern history, nations and empires have been the great powers of human society. The final say on what could or could not be done ultimately rested in major governments…
The Beauty of the Human Mind Begins with Story
To me, literature is where growth begins. I’ve been reading for as long as I can remember, not just for school, but for comfort and curiosity. Books have helped me make sense…
China Makes Impressive Progress Towards Moon Landing “Before 2030”
For over 50 years, landing a man on the moon has been one of America’s proudest achievements. Not only did we beat the Soviet Union during the first Space Race, but the…
Brighter Days Ahead, Not Bigger Arenas: Why Ariana Grande is Choosing Connection Over Scale
In today’s entertainment economy, attention is the new currency, and spectacle is the way to earn it. But the problem with attention is that it’s never enough, and the hunger of an…
Autism Doesn’t Need a Cure – It Needs Respect
I am an Autistic individual, and this is not what Autism Awareness Month should be about. This is a time for others to show support and learn, and for autistic individuals, it’s…
New Administration’s Immigration Policy Causes Stress for People in Local Community
Since the Trump Administration took office on January 20, 2025, new immigration policy continues to take effect. Many U.S. residents are being affected by this policy change, and discussions have been sparked…
Abortion is a Life, not a Choice. Deconstructing Pro-Choice Arguments
The abortion controversy has been the spectacle of political news for many decades, the overturning of Roe v. Wade in 2022 bringing the issue back to the forefront. Through the chaos of…
Earth Advocacy Day: Turn Passion into Power
Just last year, Hurricane Helene devastated the Southeast. Shortly after, Hurricane Milton swept the west coast of Florida. While America was still processing the unexpected damage caused by Helene, Floridians had to…
Humanoid Robots: The End of the Working Class?
Throughout the history of human society, the size and power of a population’s labor force has been the driving and limiting factor in the strength of a civilization. A labor force must…
Why are Women Devastated After the 2024 Election Results?
Opinions reflect those of In Motion and do not reflect the college. On November 6, the 2024 election results were revealed. Floridians voted for the next President of the United States. They…
Very Demure, Very Mindful, Very Redundant
The influence that the word “demure” has exerted on mainstream media is nothing short of extraordinary. On August 5th, 2024, TikTok creator, Jools Lebron posted a viral video in which she used…
El verano en el Condado de Volusia y en Guatemala: dos mundos distintos para los niños y niñas
Las playas del condado de Volusia se han llenado de cientos de personas, tanto locales como turistas. Las sombrillas coloridas son parte del paisaje, los niños y niñas acarrean sorbetes derritiéndose en…
Moxie Vintage Reopening Ignites Local Buzz
If you’re from North Florida, you might already be familiar with Moxie Vintage. Nestled perfectly on Beach Street, this vintage store turns heads and keeps surprising us every time with their unique…
Puerto Rico Becoming a State is for the Best
Many people of Hispanic descent who move to the United States struggle to not ever feel “American” enough. Puerto Ricans may also relate to this feeling, yet the island has been a…
You Can’t Spell Imitation Without AI: Keeping AI Out of Music
Artificial intelligence has turned the technological world on its head and has begun to creep into our daily lives. Most advancements in technology aim to make our lives more efficient, but there’s…
My Personal Experience with Autism in College
College is a whirlwind for any student, but for an autistic individual, it’s far more complex. Navigating social interactions and deciphering unspoken rules adds another layer of difficulty. As an autistic student,…
“Florida’s Amendment 3: The Tipping Point for Recreational Marijuana Legalization in America?”
The use of marijuana is federally illegal. The country is divided, with nearly half of our states permitting the use of recreational marijuana while others prohibit it. Florida has the power to…
Women’s History Month: Reproductive Rights
This month, Women’s History Month, is a time to honor women that contributed to our nation. This year’s theme, “Women who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion,” highlights the ongoing struggle for…
Why NIL Programs Are Beneficial to College Athletes
A $300,000 Lamborghini? Multi-million dollar clothing brand deals? A collaboration with the biggest sports newspaper in the world? These are just a few great examples of student-athletes cashing in on the newly added…
Learning to Live With A.I.
With barely a year since the public’s first access to ChatGPT, it already seems clear that the world will be changed thanks to this technology. Unlike most new technologies, artificial intelligence (AI)…
Children Are Not Actors
“The Truman Show” was a 1998 dystopian comedy-drama about a man whose life was 24/7 live-streamed on television. Though this drama was comedic satire, it has become more than fiction in today’s…
Rap Music: A Diminishing Artform
When you think about the words “escape reality,” what comes to mind? Are you sitting on the couch indulging in a new TV show, or are you being captivated by the book…
A.I. Just Killed Modern Education
Artificial intelligence, also known as A.I., has been used as a villain in major films like The Matrix, released in 1999, and 2001: A Space Odyssey, released in 1968. While these movies are seen…
The History, The Conversation, The Legacy
How will the stories of our history at Daytona State College be told? What will we add to the building blocks of our college’s history and legacy? Our rich cultural roots in…
We Are All Somebody
Upon calling Daytona State College’s phone number, someone might hear the holding message claim that the average age of a Daytona State student is 27 years…
Your Mental Health Is Important to Us
Do you feel that your mental health is affecting the way you function in your day-to-day life? Are you struggling with the transition to college, or do you just need someone to…
“Wait. What? America in Afghanistan”
After almost twenty full years and billions upon billions of dollars spent, the U.S. has finally withdrawn troops from Afghanistan. This left many people outraged at how the withdrawal went down and rightfully so. The fact is though, the withdrawal was going to be messy no matter when we left. Why? It was a circus from day one. It’s easy to see the images coming out of Kabul, put on a frown, shake your head and point a finger at Biden and say, “This is bad, I am mad, you should do better.” Yes. He should have….
Free Money, Well, Sort of
That’s right, financial help is available to any DSC student who has been financially affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, regardless of whether or not you receive traditional financial aid. I received an additional $2,000 last semester through the CARES Act. The CARES Act was a sprawling…
We Have Emotions Too
“What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candor, more unashamed conversation.” -Glenn Close The point of this article is not to take attention away from women’s mental health, but to shine a glimmer of light on a side of mental health that, for the most…
Your Community, Your Voice, Your Vote
Time and time again the political conversation is avoided for many reasons that may include wanting to avoid disputes and arguments with peers, for lack of the necessary information to form a sound opinion, or even from the belief that just one opinion and one vote…
Bike Week Rolls on Despite Pandemic
Early this year the Daytona Beach City Commission gave the 80th annual Bike Week the green light in hopes that the event would give the local economy a much needed shot in the arm. (Pun totally intended) And so, with zero regard for the safety of…