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TV Show Review of “Undone”

As someone with a keen interest in studying film and media here at Wheaton College, certain advertisements carry the ability to pique my interest in rather unique ways. After mindlessly scrolling through Instagram one afternoon last week, I came across an advertisement for a new show on Amazon starring Bob Odenkirk (Saul from “Breaking Bad”), […]

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Astrology

Star Stuff (Issue 3)

Smell the autumn wind? Hear the leaves rustling? October is here and so is your horoscope. Libra | Sept. 23 to Oct. 22 It is your time to shine baby! The ghosts howl your name on the equinox.  Scorpio | Oct. 23 to Nov. 21 Lucky numbers: 9, 20, 52, 194 Sagittarius | Nov. 22 […]

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Astrology

Star Stuff (Issue 2)

We’re in full swing from classes to events, but it’s so easy to fall behind… The one thing you can depend on for stability? Your horoscope. Scorpio | Oct. 23 to Nov. 21 Focus up! Time for an Elle woods worthy-study montage. Sagittarius | Nov. 22 to Dec. 21 I’m hungry, you? Let’s get lunch. […]

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Let’s Speak About it

Speak About It, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, gave a moving performance for the Wheaton community on Sept. 11 and 12. While there were many laughable comments and great dance moves, the audience remained silent during the authentic recountings. The performer’s well-practiced dialogue and interesting acts made the heavy topic easier to talk about.  Speak About […]

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Album Review of “NFR” by Lana Del Rey

With the end of 2019 slowly creeping upon us as each day passes, it’s safe to say that Pop Music has never sounded so extravagant and full of life. Although she is no stranger to personality within her previous records, Lana Del Rey’s new album, “NFR,” serves as a testament to the life of a […]

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Arts and Culture

A Recap of Wheaton’s Faculty Recital

Wheaton’s faculty of the music department put on a spectacular show in their recital on Sept. 11. Each member of the music department is a performer, and on this night in Weber Theatre, they put their talent on display for students, family and friends to watch.  The night began with Professor Leslie Amper playing Chopin […]

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Astrology

Just Star Stuff (Issue 1)

First weeks are gone, autumn is here with falling leaves, pumpkin spice and 80 degree weather. The one thing you can depend on for stability? Your horoscope. Scorpio | Oct. 23 to Nov. 21 Sneaky aren’t you… you might have thought no one noticed you doing that… but I did. Sagittarius | Nov. 22 to […]

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Survivors Documentary Screening

One of the fortunate survivors of the devastating 2014 Ebola outbreak in Sierra Leone declared, “Love is not afraid of death.” The 2018 Verite documentary “Survivors” provides audience members a candid glimpse at the frontlines of the fight to end the spread of Ebola throughout the small African country.  On September 12th, Lansana Mansaray (Barmmy […]

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Arts and Culture

Art Gallery Opening

The new art exhibit, recently installed in Watson Fine Arts, is worth seeing! From Sept. 3 to Oct. 11, by visiting the Art Center’s Beard and Weil Galleries, everyone in the Wheaton community has the opportunity to explore and witness the divine union of potent art, history, and politics. The exhibit “For the Record: Political/Personal/Historical” […]

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First-year Perspective on Anxiety and Education

For the class of 2023, stepping into the “college experience” can be a drastic change in life. Between balancing life on their own, the start of classes, and making friends, a lot of freshmen are probably feeling anxious and overwhelmed. If you’re feeling similarly, you’re not alone.  “The moving in process was fine, but settling […]