AURORA released her fourth album “The Gods We Can Touch” on Jan. 21, a healthy distance from her previous album, “A Different Kind of Human (Part II).” It is contemplative at times, and at others, a head-banging, 80s infused anthem about love.  INTO THE DIVINE AURORA has dabbled in several...

As a college student with a low budget and stacked classes it can be difficult to find time to eat. Especially with a lower meal plan, students need to be extra diligent in finding nutritious options. Ramen and microwavable mac and cheese are the usual go-to meals for students, but here are some cheap...

Making the time to read for pleasure as a busy student or adult can be difficult. However, when the practice of reading is given the time it deserves, much can be learned. Check out our reading list of books published from the 1800s to present-day. “THE GIVER” - LOIS LOWRY This classic, published...

This spring the Conservatory will finally host their opera performance, open for one weekend only. “Pirates of Penzance” will hit the theater stage with an exceptional cast. STORYLINE “Pirates of Penzance” follows a young man who is a “slave to duty” until his 21st birthday. After completing...

“THIS ENCHANTED” BY HATCHIE Hatchie’s first album, “Keepsake,” was a promising debut within the dream pop genre. With her new album coming up on April 28, the first single, “This Enchanted,” is a beautiful pop song that perfectly complements late night drives through the city. Hatchie’s...

The first episode of The Bachelor premiered on Jan. 3, presenting  Clayton Echard’s journey to find love.  BACKGROUND ON THE BACHELOR Echard actively searches for the type of love his parents have shown through 29 years of marriage. Clayton was first introduced on Michelle Young’s season and...

The Lumineers dropped their 30-minute LP “BRIGHTSIDE” on Jan. 14, a microcosm of the feelings that many experienced during the pandemic. Musically, it blends seamlessly with the rest of the group’s discography. Lyrically, it deviates from their tradition of telling a cohesive story with their music....

“Scream,” also known as “Scream 5,” is the latest entry in the famous ‘90s slasher franchise, made famous by its self-awareness of the classic horror films tropes that defined the genre for decades. The original director, the late Wes Craven, left the series on an indefinite hiatus.  Now,...

On Dec. 31, actress Betty White passed away during her sleep at 99 years old, leaving a hole in many hearts for the new year. However, fans still have an abundance of memories of White, from her iconic roles in the television and film industry, as well as her personal life.  GOLDEN GIRL White was...

Written by “Chef” star John Favreau, “The Book of Boba Fett” contains the essential elements of a successful Star Wars spin-off. The narrative includes familiar characters, a tie to the fourth or fifth episode, and a main character with really, really good teeth. It begins with the story of Boba...

This semester, returning to an in-person semester prompted the ability for students to create together again—or to release what was created during the pandemic. Here are the top picks for this semester’s student art pieces.  #1 “CIVIC 97”  The rap collective album “Civic 97” took two...

Senior cinema and media arts major Ryan Jachetta, also known as 2 The Sun, released his debut album “Meudon Drive” on Nov. 18. His audacious genre blend distinguishes him from other artists in his class. Jachetta progressed his sound in this last record past the one-off singles of his previous work...