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Top 5 Horror Movies You Might Have Missed

The Halloween season may be winding down, but that doesn’t mean your horror movie marathons have to! Here are some hits that may have flown under your radar, including a decent sequel, a golden classic, and something wholly original. These films not only are fun around Halloween time but also can accompany students as they […]

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The Three Freedoms

On Tuesday, Oct. 24, Wheaton’s community gathered in the Chapel to discuss three core freedoms on college campuses and in the world: the freedom to speak, the freedom to be and the freedom to think. Alireza Shomali, of the Political Science Department, began the teach-in with freedom of speech. He talked about the importance of […]

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The Art of Crankbunny

Norma V. Toraya — or Crankbunny— came to Wheaton on Thursday, Oct. 25, and gave a talk about her career as an animator and artist. The event took place at Ellison Lecture Hall and began with Toraya showing a few examples of her work in video animation. Some had to do with advertising, like a […]

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Astrology

Just Star Stuff

Aries; March 21 – April 19 Look up, look down, now turn it all around. Congratulations, you’ve now finished my incantation to summon an astral projection of you into my living room. We’re having tea, and it’s lovely. Sorry, you can’t be here. Taurus; April 20 – May 20 Read a book! Read every book […]

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Overheard at Wheaton

“I only accept to be pulled around in a horse drawn carriage.”   “Oh my god, my dark circles look like I got punched in the face”   “This better than sex mascara is legit better than sex…ha just kidding.”   “I KNOW the burrito schedule!”   “I discovered this new thing. Post Malone. He’s […]

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‘Bad Reputation’ Profiles Rock Star Joan Jett’s Music Career

Kevin Kerslake’s new documentary ‘Bad Reputation’ chronicles the career of Joan Jett, the female rock star who founded The Runaways and eventually made her name in the Blackhearts. Producing hit-singles such as “I Love Rock ‘N Roll,” “Bad Reputation,” and “Do you wanna touch me (Oh Yeah),” the 95-minute film explores Jett’s rise, and backlash, […]

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Return of Thunder & Steel

When it comes to all-out speed metal, there are few bands I would turn to before Stormwarrior. These Viking obsessed Germans have been proving their metal with every release for the past decade. It has been quite a few years since their last offering but despite the years that have passed since 2014, “Thunder And […]

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Just Star Stuff: Vine Edition

Aries; March 21 – April 19 Your Vine Quote: “I don’t need no degree to be a clothing hanger” Taurus; April 20 – May 20 Your Vine Quote: “Hurry, we’re going to be late for school!” “Bro chill I don’t know why you’re in such a big time rush” Gemini; May 21 – June 22 […]

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First Man Movie Review

First Man is a unique take on the story of famed astronaut Neil Armstrong. Director Damien Chazelle decided to make a film concerning the personal life of Armstrong, played by Ryan Gosling, instead of focusing primarily on the Apollo 11 mission. Because of this approach, some audience members will find First Man a tedious or […]

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“Conflicting Memories”: Wheaton’s Ten-Minute Play Festival

On Saturday, October 13, members of the Wheaton College community gathered in the Kresge Experimental Theater in Watson Fine Arts for the autumn production of the biannual Ten-Minute Play Festival. The festival, which is held in April and October of each year, is a collaboration between the creative Writing and theatre departments of Wheaton and […]