A guest may often ask his or her host this question: “Do you have a bathroom?” Some people call this an inane or insane question. I, however, think it’s both perfectly ane and sane. I am suspicious by nature and can sympathize with someone afflicted with reasonable doubt as to whether his host possesses […]
I was fifteen years old when I decided I could handle the weight of being “sexy” for their love. I could put on the right clothes, give the right looks, say just the right things––– until they couldn’t get enough of me, trapping them in my prose. I was fifteen years old […]
Like my tiny, overgrown succulents and plants, I naturally lean towards the sun. Sun for me is like water for fish, its harsh rays embracing me in the same way the ocean delicately wraps herself around a fish’s entire being. The sun and her beautiful rays call out to me daily, begging for me […]
Supplies for the elaborate prank I had planned on my roommates A fan…I guess I’ll just melt The pet hamster I was going to smuggle in All of my Friars merch My Goldfish stash Motivation for classes A pair of party shoes Room decor that’ll make my dorm look less depressing Shower shoes… hopefully […]
Dear Tiff and Earl, It’s been so long since I’ve had to attend class in person. I’m so used to sitting on my bed and using my phone during class. How do I adjust to being a normal, functioning student again? Sincerely, Still In My Pajamas Dear Sloth, It’s a good idea, […]
Bright, silent, daunting Central to my narrowing vision. The floorboards of all things taunting My stare returning with derision. Every seat with its front bare No staring heads in sight None but those that at me glare Basked in blinding light. Should I try to glance? Dare I take that chance? One with pad and […]
Dear Tiff and Earl, I have found myself suffering from a bad case of senioritis as a freshman. Any cures? Sincerely, Soon-to-be Sophomore Dear Fresh Meat, Finals week is coming and there is only one cure. Go to the bowels of the library where the light of day does not shine. Chain yourself to […]
by Taylor Rogers ’24 Exhaustion. This is the only emotion I can feel. Day after day, I tiredly watch the news, Where the same tragic story plays on loop. Each day, Another bullet tears through innocent flesh, Causing red to tragically paint the streets, Breaking the hearts of many, This tiny bullet wreaks its havoc, […]
by Sarah Heavren ’21 From Lil Wit to Tiff and Earl, From weekly meetings and issues, It is hard to say farewell Without needing a few tissues. The Cowl has been a great space To share thoughts and feelings, To craft poems and satire, Alongside great human beings. Across my five semesters Of writing for […]
by Marelle Hipolito ’22 the sun is shining the blades of grass are dancing your playlist is playing but you are missing the flowers are blooming the birds are flying your guitar solo is playing but you are missing it’s a beautiful day outside we are all here together, it’s pretty nice but there’s something […]