Tag: valentine’s day
“For this was on Seynt Valentynes day”
Very few people are aware of the dark and conflicting origins of Valentine’s Day: the Roman tradition involved a brutal feast called Lupercalia, where...
Make, don’t buy, your Valentine’s Day gifts this year!
Valentine's Day is coming up and finding a gift to buy for your partner is always challenging — try making one instead! You’ll save...
Valentine’s Day’s Mysterious Roots
This Wednesday, legions of romantics will be sending and receiving gifts of affection, all in the name of St. Valentine. Let’s shed some light...
R’Perspective: While I wait for the love of my life, I...
In February, I am starved for love. I wait for “Good morning” texts and desperate “I love yous.” I re-watched “When Harry Met Sally”...
How to have the worst first date ever
This totally doesn’t come from experience, but I’m sure there are many Highlanders out there that are tired of being let down by a...
Galentine’s Day never looked better on TV
Valentine’s Day is the epitome of love and relationships, but what about the gals? Though Galentine’s falls on Feb. 13, there is nothing wrong...
Romance films to watch and swoon over this Valentine’s season
With February being the month of love, you may want to watch a romance film to get in the mood. There are many types...
Add these love songs to your Valentine’s Day soundtrack
Amidst the love in the air, here are a few songs to dedicate to your friends, crush, partner or even yourself!
“Cariño” by The Marías
While...
The 20 million dollar Valentine’s Day industry
The celebration of Valentine’s Day is not new. Initially, the holiday was a Roman celebration of fertility; women were brutalized in an attempt to...
What is your opinion on Valentine’s Day?
“I think the holiday is cool for people who like to celebrate it and it brings people together” - Tanner Marston, 4th-year, he/him, political...