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Articles by Sophia Valchine

About Sophia Valchine
Sophia is a first year from Woodhaven, Michigan. She is majoring in English and minoring in Theatre. Her longtime dream has been to have her work published and share with the community. She is excited to dive into the world of journalism and the community of Albion.
A comic of a person with dark and curly hair and square glasses, studying at a table before a tour group comes up beside her and she gets confused. Next, the author is eating in the dining hall and drops a french fry mid bite before seeing a second group and wondering if they’re multiplying. Finally, the author carries two big bags back to her dorm before seeing the final tour group and screaming in frustration.

Comic: Campus Tours: They’re Right Behind Me, Aren’t They?

April 23, 2025 Sophia Valchine 0

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A dark blue plate with steak, roasted potatoes, asparagus and mushrooms is displayed against a blue lined tablecloth. To the left of the plate is a bowl with salad and a can of Pepsi.

Staff Recs: Our Favorite Comfort Foods for Finals Season

April 18, 2025 Sophia Valchine 0

As finals season rapidly approaches and our health, both mental and physical, plummets, we often find ourselves turning to our favorite comfort foods. Whether it’s […]

The author holds a phone with the screen displaying a blocky, dirty pig creature while the author looks at the camera in fear.

Review: ‘A Minecraft Movie’ is Pure Cinema (Not Really)

April 11, 2025 Sophia Valchine 0

Content warning: Spoilers for “A Minecraft Movie” ahead.  “A Minecraft Movie” was the best comedy I have seen in a long time. There were many […]

A brown squirrel clings to the side of a purple trash with a purple and white plated shield engraved on the can with its head facing towards the ground. Another brown squirrel’s tail peeks out from behind the right side of the trash can.

Plebeian: Squirrel Spotlight: Chester Webster, A Day in the Life

April 2, 2025 Sophia Valchine 0

(Part of The Plebian: April Fool’s Edition) The Albion Pleiad strives to represent diverse voices, and now our publication is giving a voice to the […]

An open fridge holds shelves housing plastic boxes filled with vegan wraps and a poster hanging on the glass that says, “Cheffresh Vegan” in white and green text. The bulk of the text reads, “Fuel your body with delicious, plant-based goodness, even on your busiest days. Our new Vegan Chef Fresh grab-and-go options are here to make healthy eating convenient.”

Interfaith Ambassadors Partner with Metz Dining to Offer New Vegan Options

February 28, 2025 Sophia Valchine 0

As of  Feb. 19, there are new vegan options available around campus, a change facilitated by the Interfaith Ambassadors. These options include a hummus on […]

In the left half of the image, a young woman sits at a desk, using a highlighter and smiling, with a green background, check mark and stars behind her. On the right, the same woman sits crumpled at the desk, with a red background, arrows and a large ‘X’ behind her.

Staff Recs: Our Favorite and Least Favorite Classes at Albion

February 21, 2025 Sophia Valchine 1

From biochemistry to English and psychology to Spanish, the Pleiad is made up of students from different academic programs, backgrounds and graduation years. When we’re […]

The author lays on the floor surrounded by a halo of books around her head, with the novel “Beloved” covering her face.

Opinion: Why Toni Morrison’s Works Should be Read, Re-Read; Celebrated

February 5, 2025 Sophia Valchine 0

Content warning: Spoilers for “Beloved” (1987) ahead. “Beloved” (1987) by Toni Morrison is the most transformative novel I have ever read. Morrison’s words dove straight […]

A variety of colorful board and card games, including a poker set, Scrabble, Cribbage, Catan, Five Crowns, Cards Against Humanity, Uno and more lie in a stacked pile on a carpeted floor, in front of a bookshelf. Some boards tilted to face the camera, including the Scrabble board which reads “The Pleiad Loves Board Games.”

Staff Recs: Beat the Cold with the Best Board Games

February 3, 2025 Sophia Valchine 0

It’s below zero outside. The wind howls, and snow flurries whip against your window. There’s no way you’re leaving the warmth of your dorm room […]

The author sits in a chair reading the novel “Forging Silver into Stars,” a book with a black and purple cover.

Opinion: I Want More Fantasy in my ‘Romantasy’

January 27, 2025 Sophia Valchine 0

“Romantasy” – a genre that blends romantic stories with fantastical worlds – has gained widespread popularity from platforms such as TikTok, spawning hundreds of new […]

A display table with multicolored jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets and rings.

Photos: Knits, Crafts and More at Briton Bazaar

November 18, 2024 Sophia Valchine 0

From jewelry and sewn keychains to 3D printing and chocolate, various types of crafts and foods were sold at the Briton Bazaar in the KC […]

A young woman wearing a black cropped sweater and geometric patterned pants poses indoors with cobweb decorations.

Photos: BSA’s 90s-Themed Halloween Bash Brings Nostalgia and Culture

November 1, 2024 Sophia Valchine 0

In preparation for Halloween, the Black Student Alliance (BSA), in collaboration with Union Board, Alpha Kappa Alpha and AC Drip, hosted Throwback Frights on Saturday, […]

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