Arts as Stress Relief: How to use the arts in these stressful times
Erin Zak There’s a lot to be stressed about right now. We’re starting a new semester in the midst of the pandemic and having to deal with all of the ups and…
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Podcast Highlight: Brené on FFTs
Gabrielle Pardocchi First times are uncomfortable because they are new and uncertain, but what would happen if people started to normalize these feelings? Brené Brown, a research professor at the University of…
Patronage (From a Distance): How to be involved in the arts during COVID
Lillie Allen In times of stress, what do you turn to? Do you read your favorite book or visit an art exhibit? Do you listen to music alone in your room? No…
The Art of Coffee
Amanda Lowman They say “America runs on Dunkin’,” but personally, I believe that the the statement can be simplified to, “America runs on coffee.” As a college student, coffee has propelled me…
Book Highlight: Six of Crows
Cait Wooten Growing up, I was never allowed to watch anything with magic in it because of our church’s beliefs. Fantasy was ‘witchcraft’ and a sin. So no Disney princesses, no Narnia,…
New Adult and the Literary World: Why this genre is important and why you should care
Nicole Markert If you walk into any Barnes and Noble, or preferably, an independently owned bookstore, you might be surprised to see that if you take a close look there might be…
An Inside Look at “Little Women”: What it’s been like rehearsing for Eastern’s spring musical.
Little Women. It’s a story that’s been admired since its publication in 1868. And now, this timeless classic is now making its way onto the stage of McInnis Auditorium. But…
The Arts of Philadelphia: Experience art close to campus!
Anna Ling Philadelphia holds a large amount of art culture, however, a lot of it goes unnoticed and hidden within the city. Some of the lesser-known arts establishments were created by everyday…
Creative Stress Relief For All: Ways to kick back without being artsy
Now that the semester is in full swing and work is piling up, it’s easy to feel like there are no good ways to relieve stress, especially if you’re not…
Book Spotlight: Johnny Got his Gun
Sydney Storms The most effective recruiting symbol of World War II was the I Want You for the U.S. Army poster which showcased Uncle Sam wearing a top hat and trousers decorated…