The reason why sexual assault is uncomfortable to talk about is the exact same reason why we need to talk about it.  When we don’t talk about it, misinformation and uneasy feelings spread and make the whole conversation, or lack thereof, alarming and unsafe. Therefore, it’s time that The Royal Banner takes on the topic of consent and sexual assault to inform and, hopefully, start the conversation...

It’s a part of every school. It’s a part of every student community. It’s a part of every action taken by those affected.  Sexual violence, assault, and harrasment plague even the most promenient members of our community. It impacts our lives and our livelihoods in ways we can’t imagine. Victims of sexual crimes are marginalized, and not given the resources needed to report these crimes. As...

I recently had the pleasure of seeing a childhood favorite and Disney smash hit movie musical, “High School Musical,” come to life on stage. It was beautifully performed by a plethora of talented high schoolers.    On New Year’s Eve, Troy Bolton (Quinn Hirshland), captain of his high...