In addition to talking about his acting career, Lillard also discussed his involvement with Dungeons and Dragons.

‘Scream,’ ‘Scooby Doo’ and entrepreneurship: A Q&A with Matthew Lillard

By Stella Powers and Parker Green | 4 hours ago

Matthew Lillard, known for his iconic roles in “Scream,” “Scooby Doo” and “Five Nights at Freddy’s,” has stepped beyond acting and into Dungeons and Dragons, entrepreneurship and more. On April 7, Lillard visited Miami University as part of the school’s lecture series.Prior to his 7:30 p.m. lecture in Hall Auditorium, The Miami Student sat down with Lillard in an exclusive interview to discuss his expansive career.

Former press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre (right), Grace Gaston (center) and former chief of staff to Mike Pence Marc Short (left) discuss hot button issues from President Donald Trump's second 100 days.

JANUS Forum guests debate the first 100 days of Trump’s administration

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I was accidentally canceled on social media: here’s what it taught me

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AJ Brown smiles at the crowd in the Donald W. Fritz Pavilion on April 7

‘This is a leap of faith, and I’m glad I did it’: AJ Brown speaks to Miami students for Stress Less Week

By Kethan Babu and Jeffrey Middleton | 17 hours ago

On April 7, actor Matthew Lillard gave a lecture in Hall Auditorium, moderated by Geoffrey Long.

Matthew Lillard discusses acting career, new businesses in lecture series

By Stella Powers and Parker Green | 20 hours ago

ASG holds Q&A session with dining administration.

Chick-Fil-A arrival on campus confirmed, update on Plan B machine at ASG meeting

By Venezia McHenry | Yesterday

Latest stories

While Scoreboard and MacCracken should be equal, Jamie Gowans argues MacCracken is obviously better.

OPINION

MacCracken vs Scoreboard markets: MacCracken is just better

By Jamie Gowans | Yesterday

Author Jamie Gowans has frequented both Scoreboard and MacCracken Market and argues that MacCracken is better

People lined the sidewalks around Oxford Memorial Park.

NEWS

‘This is not the country I grew up in’: Oxford community protests current administration

By Shannon Mahoney | Yesterday

More than 100 people gathered in Oxford Memorial Park on Sunday afternoon to protest the current administration.

Students complete their coursework during a political science class in Harrison Hall

OPINION

Miami’s foreign language programs shine in the face of adversity

By Eliza Sullivan | 2 days ago

Despite the threats to cut funding or programing entirely, author Eliza Sullivan write about how foreign language departments continue to provide quality education

President Gregory Crawford talks about MiamiTHRIVE during the University Update on April 2.

NEWS

President Crawford’s Spring University Update presents foundational changes for Miami

By Isabella Olivas | 2 days ago

President Gregory Crawford made his Spring University Update in Hall Auditorium to hundreds of spectators on April 2. The update included a broad overview of the 2024-2025 school year thus far, as well as an update on MiamiTHRIVE, Miami University’s strategic long-term plan.

The bike race was resurrected in 2021 after decades of it being discontinued.

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Miami University Student Foundation resurrects bike race, hosts fundraisers

By Paul Gollis | 3 days ago

The Miami University Student Foundation (MUSF) is a student-run, philanthropic organization that provides scholarships to Miami students and sponsors many events across campus including fundraising and networking events.

The RedHawks celebrate their win over Alaska Anchorage on Oct. 11

EDITORIALS

Column: Last year’s results are frustrating, but RedHawks hockey fans should be patient

By Jeffrey Middleton | 3 days ago

Assistant sports editor Jeffrey Middleton writes about how Miami hockey fans should remain patient with head coach Anthony Noreen after his first season with the team.

Miami University showcases technology used in creative career fields. Photo provided by Miami University

OPINION

Finally, a career fair for the creatives

By Landon Morrison | 3 days ago

Author Landon Morrison never felt represented at previous career fairs, until Miami University hosted a Creative Career Fair

Asst. Campus & Community Shannon Mahoney is an avid reader and has some favorite books she wanted to share.

CULTURE

What to read next

By Shannon Mahoney | 3 days ago

As we head into the second half of spring semester, I’m filled with the urge to procrastinate on all my work and take some time to read a book for fun instead. Here I’ve compiled a list of some of my favorite books for you to read when you really should be working on your final essays.

Hueston Woods worker assists a customer at the front desk

NEWS

Hueston Woods State Park remains a natural sanctuary amid pressure on public lands

By Sam Norton | 3 days ago

Under the Trump administration, national parks have faced staffing and funding cuts. However, Oxford's local State Park Hueston Woods has avoided blowback.

Mayor Bill Snavely volunteers to distribute Oxford Free Press papers one Friday morning.

NEWS

New local Oxford newspaper welcomed with open arms

By Sydney Mulford | 4 days ago

In June 2024, three retired Miami University professors founded the Free Press. The Free Press is an independent, nonprofit newspaper that serves the Oxford community, surrounding townships and Talawanda School District.

First-year defenseman Michael Quinn skates against Alaska Anchorage on Oct. 12 at Goggin Ice Center

MEN'S SPORTS

Miami hockey’s 2025-26 roster begins to take shape on the back of a large recruiting class

By Jeffrey Middleton | 4 days ago

Miami hockey finished its first season under head coach Anthony Noreen with a disappointing record. However, Noreen and his coaching staff already began preparations for the 2025-26 season, including the signing of an extensive transfer class

(From left to right) Former business manager, Lew Zipkin, former sports editor, Joel Walker and former editor of The Student, Kay Lockridge work on the newspaper. Photo provided by Kay Lockridge

OPINION

My Miami story: ‘You can make a difference!’

By Kay Lockridge, ’61 (BA, Government) | 4 days ago

Alum Kay Lockridge writes about her time at The Student and why she's chosen to establish a scholarship for journalism students

CULTURE

Duolingo’s “iconic” marketing strategy

By Sydney Mulford | 4 days ago

About a week ago, my editor sent me a video of Duolingo doing Sabrina Carpenter’s Juno pose from her Paris show. Sure, it was funny, but how was watching Duolingo folded into the “Eiffel Tower” going to make me more inclined to complete my Duolingo math lesson for the day? Fun fact: it was not successful.

Miami's offense executes a play against Colorado State on Dec. 28 at the Arizona Bowl in Tucson, Arizona

MEN'S SPORTS

Miami football starts spring practice ahead of the 2025 regular season

By Kethan Babu | 5 days ago

Miami football began its spring practice in March. With a new quarterback and several new wide receivers and defensive players, head coach Chuck Martin has his work cut out for him to get the RedHawks ready for the 2025 season

Regan Sparks is a bouncer at Bar 1868 and handles many IDs each shift.

NEWS

Fake IDs become harder to recognize as production moves overseas

By Chloe McKinney | 5 days ago

A few years ago, fake ID production in Oxford was isolated to residence hall rooms and off-campus houses. However, trends in fake ID culture have shifted in recent years, moving production overseas and increasing the quality of fake IDs accessible to Miami University students.

OPINION

Sexy rethinking: OnlyFans and Instagram

By Gabriel Slark | 5 days ago

Author Gabriel Slark writes about how society views someone posting for praise on their appearance and a sex worker doing the same for money, and how the two aren't that different.

Josie Zimmerman, a TMS staff writer, has recently taken on the hobby of junk journaling.

CULTURE

Junk journaling: the origins and its rise in popularity today

By Josie Zimmerman | 5 days ago

TikTok has a way of reinventing ideas as the “new” trend, bringing longtime practices to light, and junk journaling is no exception. I discovered the concept of junk journaling two months ago when I looked up ‘journal’ on TikTok. I expected ASMR videos of writing journal entries to pop up, but I found creators sharing the content of the pictures, drawings, stickers, wrapping paper and more in ‘junk journals.’ I love scrapbooking, so what struck me about this practice?

NEWS

FAM and University Librarian’s agreements ratified by Trustees

By Parker Green | 5 days ago

The Miami University’s Board of Trustees ratified both the Faculty Alliance of Miami (FAM) and University Librarians’ collective bargaining agreements in an off-campus meeting in Columbus on April 3.

Professors discuss how S.B. 1 could impact education at Miami.

NEWS

University senate affirms commitment to student education, changes honors requirements

By Shannon Mahoney | 6 days ago

Miami University’s Senate held discussions on Senate Bill 1 (S.B. 1) and cuts to the Department of Education at its meeting Monday afternoon. Additionally, the senate passed a proposal to change GPA requirements in the Honors College.

Miami president Gregory Crawford (right) shakes hands with Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown (left) after the signing the agreement on March 26 at Paycor Stadium

SPORTS

Miami named official university of the Cincinnati Bengals

By Kethan Babu and Olivia Patel | 6 days ago

On March 26, Miami University partnered with the Cincinnati Bengals NFL team in an educational partnership for internships, job shadowing, on-campus speakers and other opportunities.

‘Scream,’ ‘Scooby Doo’ and entrepreneurship: A Q&A with Matthew Lillard

JANUS Forum guests debate the first 100 days of Trump’s administration

I was accidentally canceled on social media: here’s what it taught me

‘This is a leap of faith, and I’m glad I did it’: AJ Brown speaks to Miami students for Stress Less Week

Matthew Lillard discusses acting career, new businesses in lecture series

Chick-Fil-A arrival on campus confirmed, update on Plan B machine at ASG meeting

Latest stories

MacCracken vs Scoreboard markets: MacCracken is just better

‘This is not the country I grew up in’: Oxford community protests current administration

Miami’s foreign language programs shine in the face of adversity

President Crawford’s Spring University Update presents foundational changes for Miami

Miami University Student Foundation resurrects bike race, hosts fundraisers

Column: Last year’s results are frustrating, but RedHawks hockey fans should be patient

Finally, a career fair for the creatives

What to read next

Hueston Woods State Park remains a natural sanctuary amid pressure on public lands

New local Oxford newspaper welcomed with open arms

Miami hockey’s 2025-26 roster begins to take shape on the back of a large recruiting class

My Miami story: ‘You can make a difference!’

Duolingo’s “iconic” marketing strategy

Miami football starts spring practice ahead of the 2025 regular season

Fake IDs become harder to recognize as production moves overseas

Sexy rethinking: OnlyFans and Instagram

Junk journaling: the origins and its rise in popularity today

FAM and University Librarian’s agreements ratified by Trustees

University senate affirms commitment to student education, changes honors requirements

Miami named official university of the Cincinnati Bengals

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