The Metropolitan

The Metropolitan, often referred to as The Met, serves as the student newspaper for Metropolitan State University of Denver. It publishes weekly with a circulation of 3,500 copies, available every Thursday at over 60 spots on the Auraria Campus and in various places around downtown Denver. This tabloid-format publication includes sections dedicated to news, sports, opinions, features, and music. Its content is tailored to address topics that matter to students at Metro and the other institutions on the Auraria Campus.

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The One True God by Lauren Wood

1 month ago | mymetmedia.com | Lauren Wood

I want to spit on the woman walking past me on the street. Spit, tear, and scream murderer at her. She deserves it. But I don’t. The Lord wouldn’t approve of such actions. Even if she is a sinner. She’s young, barely sixteen, with tangled brown hair, black and blue bruises she tries to cover up with her tattered clothes, and goops of mascara that run down her tear-streaked face. She clutches her stomach, curling over from the pain. Stupid girl. Stupid, stupid girl.
One Tattoo Artist’s Mission for Disadvantaged Youth - A Spotlight on Jacob Spaur

Dec 10, 2024 | mymetmedia.com | Juli Yanai |Katie Martinez

The Villain Arts tattoo festival stopped in Colorado Springs for the first time in October 2024. Guests included artists from all around the country, piercers, circus performers, and even bakers. Villain Arts hosts tattoo festivals in many cities throughout the U.S. and celebrated its seventh year in Denver in June 2024.
Denver Fashion Week - Society

Dec 10, 2024 | mymetmedia.com | Katie Martinez |Juli Yanai

The Metrosphere team was thrilled to attend Denver Fashion Week’s Society night. Society night is a time to celebrate the interaction between society and fashion and these designers did not disappoint. The event began with a thrilling musical performance by a rapper and Denver local, Sir Devon, who performed an entertaining set. With amazing beats and heavy audience interaction, Sir Devon kicked the night off right. Presenting a beguiling showing was designer, Tyne Hall.
Denver Fashion Week - Maximalism

Dec 10, 2024 | mymetmedia.com | Katie Martinez |Juli Yanai

Follow Juli Yanai, Metrosphere’s photographer, on Instagram for real-time updates on the latest Denver events @jbelle.photoMaximalism is a fashion where more is more, and even more than more is great! As Denver Fashion Week’s first-ever Maximalism night, the designers and audience alike did not disappoint. The night began with an amazing performance by Grace DeVine. Her set was thrilling and engaging. Although she performed by herself, it felt like a full concert.
Denver Fashion Week- Streetwear and Sneakers.

Dec 10, 2024 | mymetmedia.com | Katie Martinez |Juli Yanai

Follow Juli Yanai, Metrosphere’s photographer, on Instagram for real-time updates on the latest Denver events @jbelle.photoOn Tuesday, November 12, Denver Fashion Week featured sneakers and streetwear artists. Streetwear is a broad category of fashion that includes casual clothing that blends comfort, bold graphics, and handmade elements with various cultures.
The Metropolitan’s 2024 Readership Survey results

Dec 9, 2024 | mymetmedia.com | Isabel Pastor Guzman |Isabel C. Guzmán

In the 2024 spring semester, The Metropolitan launched its first readership survey, hoping to gather critical feedback from readers on what matters to them the most. The survey was promoted via The Metropolitan’s social media posts and ads in the printed paper throughout the year. 27 people took the survey and many requested the paper to cover more stories featuring students and campus life.
'the Standing 8' Ep.11 Steve Mestas celebrates 25 years in promoting with 'Call of Duty' Seasons Beating Dec. 14, 2024

Dec 6, 2024 | mymetmedia.com | David Morrison |Luis Rodriguez |Luis Rodríguez

‘the Standing 8’, not just what happens in the ring, but we take a dive into what is happening in life. On this episode we have local Denver native and boxing promoter, Steve Mestas. He is celebrating 25 years in the boxing industry with a stellar upcoming show on December 14, 2024. Follow us on social Metradio for the chance to win pair of GA tickets, comment ‘Season’s Beatings’ the winner will be notified Dec. 13, 2024 with info on where you can pick up your tickets.
Love Everlasting: Colorado Ballet’s Sleeping Beauty

Nov 19, 2024 | mymetmedia.com | Katie Martinez

Colorado Ballet commenced its 2024/2025 season with eight spellbinding performances of the iconic ballet Sleeping Beauty. The show ran from October 4th through the 13th at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House. The matinee on October 5th starred Jessica Payne as Aurora, Christophor Moulton as Prince Desiree, Ariel McCarty as Lilac Fairy, and Gregory K. Gonzales as the terrifying Carabosse played by.
Kehlani CRASH-es the Fillmore Auditorium

Nov 15, 2024 | mymetmedia.com | Juli Yanai

Kehlani loves an intimate show, and her fans know it. The R&B singer took to the stage at Fillmore Auditorium for her “CRASH” World tour on Tuesday, Oct. 16th, and displayed a powerful performance for the packed venue. Joining her band after an exciting instrumental intro, the songstress and rapper descended the stairs slowly with intention in every movement, opening with her song “Next 2 U.
A Strut Through the Furniture Store

Nov 14, 2024 | mymetmedia.com | Katie Martinez |Juli Yanai |Lauren Wood |Connor Ondrak

Cherry Creek’s Room and Board, an upscale furniture store, exemplified the theme of “All Things Luxury” for the first night of Color of Fashion Season IV, Mélang. First to grace the runway was fashion brand OULA, a black and female-owned company known for its vibrant colors, ethically sourced textiles, and small-batch fashions made in Los Angeles and Denver. OULA celebrated its tenth anniversary with a brilliant collection featuring retro-inspired designs made from vibrant African wax fabric.