#BLACKLIVESMATTER: The importance of Black Lives Matter and how they honor the lives of the victims, seek justice for them, their families, and the Black community, as a whole. Trayvon Martin. Mya Hall. Mike Brown. Tamir Rice. Sandra Bland. Walter Scott. These are the names that Black Lives Matter (BLM) members and supporters want us to […]
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Exercise is essential for a happy and healthy life. A popular quote from an unknown author says, “Find three hobbies you love: one to make you money, one to keep you in shape, and one to be creative.” The idea of exercise coincides with a hobby, and once exercise is viewed within this lens, it
Women have been underrepresented and overlooked in Hollywood since the dawn of the entertainment business, and sadly, it seems the trend has continued. The Oscars in particular have repeatedly let women and minority groups down year after year. The 2020 nominations were no exception, as no women were considered for the best director category. Many
Art cannot be defined or restricted to a singular process. Every artist has their own process, inspiration and definition of what art means to them. My art helps me to express whatever words can’t. My art may not be the most creative or beautiful, but it is mine. As a dancer, performer and writer, I
Eastern University’s theatre department has many avenues for involvement from classes to full production shows, but perhaps one of the most exciting events they do is the annual 24 Hour Play Project. The idea for this project came about 11 years ago, in 2009, when Liz Carlson, an alumn, brought the concept to Eastern. Ever
Twenty Four Hours to Get Creative: A look into Eastern’s Twenty-Four Hour Play Project. Read Post »
After audience members hear “please turn off your cell phones, the show is about to begin,” one expects the lights to dim, the overture to commence, and then the show begins. At the Circle in the Square Theater in New York, Daniel Fish’s Tony Award winning new reimagined version of Oklahoma! could not be any
To my professor, Since the first class I had with you during my sophomore year, you have stood out to me as a professor. You are continuously pouring your heart out to your students in ways that many professors do not. You’re not only there for us on an academic basis, but also on a
An Open Letter To: A Beloved Professor Read Post »
Every year, around Jan. 1, thousands of various New Year’s resolutions flood our time lines and lives. Some people make a ton and keep none. Some make one or two and keep them faithfully all year. Some vehemently abhor them. Whatever your stance on resolutions, we all know the fundamental aspect to them is the
New Year’s Resolutions Without Expectations Read Post »
Isaac Matsko was born in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He grew up with his brother, sister and his dog Buddy. Buddy is a Bichon Frise mixed with a shih-tzu. In his hometown, his favorite thing to do is play golf. In high school, he was a multi-sport athlete playing soccer, baseball, track and basketball. His favorite food
People of Eastern: Frisbee player, guitarist and the “friendliest kid on campus.” Read Post »
It’s 2020, and we’re welcoming in a new decade. However, many of us are also hearkening back to a hundred years ago, what are commonly referred to as the “roaring twenties”. This era in American history is well-known for being the decade of jazz and speakeasies, with The Great Gatsby playing at the forefront of
Recipes of the Roaring 20’s: What you can expect at a Gatsby-themed party in 2020 Read Post »
