“I don’t need an A; I got one last quarter” is a common refrain among Whitman students. While many consider this phrase a verbal admission of slacking, it’s actually evidence of strategizing: Students...

The 2024 collegiate football season marked a significant shift in the sport, mainly due to conference realignment and expansion. Fans were initially skeptical about the expansion, as many wondered how...

A delicately positioned phone camera focuses on a woman in a frilly apron. Her kitchen is spotless as she cooks an elaborate meal for her family. When she posts the video, millions of viewers consume this...

Instant gratification emerged in the late 2010s as a niche media term related to how dopamine affects the brain, where individuals choose to achieve their immediate wants without regard for long-term fulfillment. While...

In “Companion,” director Drew Hancock has successfully crafted one of the most acclaimed films of 2025 while subverting the classic tropes of sci-fi horror. Sporting an impressive 94% critic rating...

The 2024 collegiate football season marked a significant shift in the sport, mainly due to conference realignment and expansion. Fans were initially skeptical about the expansion, as many wondered how...

In 1978, Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier faced off in New York City’s Madison Square Garden arena for “The Fight of the Century.” In over 50 countries, an estimated 300 million people tuned in to watch...

One year ago, I embarked on a ski trip with a group of friends to Whitetail, a ski resort outside of Mercersburg, Pennsylvania. During the hour-long car ride, we discussed our expectations for the trip....

The 97th Academy Awards are here. Set to air this Sunday at 7:00 p.m. ET on AMC and Hulu, the classic ceremony run by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is sure to turn heads once again. Though...

Stepping into the self-checkout line, a weary woman living paycheck-to-paycheck shuffles her cart to the register. Starting to unload her groceries, she stresses over whether or not she can afford everything...

On Feb. 2nd, the 67th Annual Grammy Awards show was held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. With 94 categories, over 20 musical performances and a huge focus on the LA wildfires, this year’s ceremony...

As 2025 begins, it’s time to reflect on Whitman sports’ best accomplishments of the past year. Here are The Black & White’s top five most memorable moments throughout this historic year for Whitman...