The Fourth Estate

UW-Green Bay's award-winning student news publication

Author: Elizabeth Bretl

  • Inside the World of Independent Bookstores

    Inside the World of Independent Bookstores

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    Walking through rows of books offers readers the opportunity to discover a wide range of titles. Whether they are finding hidden gems, the latest release, the latest BookTok trend, or simply strolling, books remain a valued source of information for…

  • Treasure Hunting: The Art of Thrifting

    Treasure Hunting: The Art of Thrifting

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    Public perception of thrifting has shifted significantly in recent years. More consumers are choosing used items over newly manufactured products. “According to Business Insider, more than 100 billion garments are produced each year, about three-fourths of which end up in…

  • Support A Cause Candles Aim to Make a Difference
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    Support A Cause Candles Aim to Make a Difference

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    Located in Carlsville, Door County Candle has been open since 1993 when it was founded by Mike and Nancy. In 2021, Christiana Trapani took over the business and began the journey of Support a Cause Candles.

  • Mental Health for Seniors
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    Mental Health for Seniors

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    Graduation is a time for celebration, the feeling of accomplishment, and the completion of a college journey. However, the experience is not always filled with joy. The senior year becomes packed with endless to-do lists. Securing an internship, fulfilling credit…