Arts & Culture

Five classic cult television shows to get addicted to

By Rich Kersting -

Some shows do more than just distract and detract from everyday life. Some shows become an element of personal character. ...

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Are you poor? There are six apps for that!

By Gabriella Ginsberg -

So you are a college student, and therefore you have bills, loans and debt and maybe jawline acne resulting from stress about these bills, loans and debt. Alternatively, you are a hobo ...

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What to expect, fear and hope from the 2013 Oscars

By Jacob Shamsian -

80 percent of the time, best picture and best director are awarded to the same movie, and only three times has best picture gone to a movie not nominated for best director. ...

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Finding solace in reading with Shields' new book

By Emily Mancini -

Combining dissonant elements of confessional criticism, painfully honest autobiography and artful observation, Shields ponders why we seek salvation in literature and how it can (and can’t) make people less lonely and life ...

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Moving literature forward

By Jacob Shamsian -

“If you want to be a serious artist, you have to be willing to break the form." - David Shields ...

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School is back in session

By Gabriella Ginsberg -

After nearly nine months off the air, “Community” returned with the premiere of its fourth season on Feb. 7. For those of you who are unfamiliar with the show, all you need...

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Congratulations, You Got Valentines

By Eve Simmonds -

So, Valentine’s Day has passed and you’re flooded with gifts given to you by your many suitors. In fact, your gifts are so numerous that you don’t know what to do with...

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Dragon Night lights up the Union

By Gabriella Ginsberg -

Last Saturday evening, hundreds of students filled the Mandela Room in the Old University Union in celebration of Chinese New Year. Feb. 9 marked the last day of the Dragon Year and...

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How to have a successful Valentine's day...next year

By Becca Porath -

Every year, Feb. 14 rolls around, bringing with it love, joy and pure magic. The sky looks bluer and the sun shines a little bit brighter. Significant others will shower their loves...

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Women on TV

By Tiffany Moustakas -

Prior to “30 Rock,” having a woman be both the star and writer of a major television show was a rare occurrence. It’s safe to say that the game has completely changed....