Writing is, at times, a very difficult thing to do. Writing poetry—especially when you’re trying to emulate a specific mood, idea, or experience—can be exceptionally difficult. It is hard to find the right words, get into the right headspace, or even just begin. Well, fear not, aspiring poets; if “study vibez” playlists on Youtube and Spotify have proven anything, it’s that music can be a powerful source of both motivation and inspiration. After all, what is music if not the poetry of sound! Skeptical of my claims? Unsure where to begin? Feeling intimidated by it all? Look no further as we take the next few minutes to discuss the merits of listening to music while writing and how it might affect your poetry . . .

If one thing can be said of the Conglomerate this year, it’s that we were ambitious. During the 2022-2023 school year, the Conglomerate has done a lot. We’ve published 19 issues, celebrated our centennial by passing out physical copies, published an April fools issue, as well as expanded into the realm of podcasts and crosswords.

Attention prospective Centenary students, we've got some out-of-this-world news for you! Inspired by the newest immersive experience on offer at Walt Disney World, the Galactic Starcruiser hotel, and, perhaps, in an attempt to help CRAB cover renovation costs for Mickle 2 and Hamilton Memorial Swimming Pool, President Holoman, Provost Soul, and Dean Miller have approved plans for a new and similar money-making venture (albeit without the aliens).