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Frederick Wiseman Visits Wheaton

On October 3, 2018, well known documentarian and filmmaker Frederick Wiseman arrived at Wheaton and gave tremendous insight on his life, career, techniques, and much more. Wiseman’s style of cinematography and documenting is vastly different from the likes of others in his field. Rather than utilizing people voice over or conducting interviews with the film’s […]

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Arts in Ireland

This past summer, thirteen students traveled to Ireland to study at the Burren College of Art for a faculty-led study abroad program for twenty-one days. The trip culminated in an art project that expressed their time in the country. Located on the first floor of the Mars Arts and Humanities building, in the Davis art […]

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Just Star Stuff

Aries; March 21 – April 19 Fate Pulled: Four of Wands The Meaning: It is a time for celebration, for creativity and freedom of expression! Believe in your ability to start on a new path, and celebrate your talents. Taurus; April 20 – May 20 Fate Pulled: The Magician The Meaning: Determination, confidence, elemental strength […]

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Mitski Wants To “Be The Cowboy” And You Should Too

In a rather small and intimate venue at the Columbus Theater in Providence, singer Mitski Miyawaki, known mononymously as MItski, performs an intricate, soothing, mesmerizing setlist of music. She is known to prefer these types of places and form close and memorable moments with both the audience and herself. MItski just released her fifth album […]

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‘Shameless’ Returns for its Ninth Season

Shameless season nine premiered this past Sunday night–a satisfyingly entertaining return to the lives of the Gallagher clan. Per usual, chaos ensues as Frank spreads STDs throughout his son’s PTA organization, Fiona struggles with trust issues between her new boyfriend (portrayed by Richard Flood), Lip deals with a newfound responsibility as a guardian to a […]

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Overtures In Repetition

Deicide is a band I have found myself torn on since I discovered them years ago. On one hand, we have their tried and true classic albums that helped them cement their reputation as one of the biggest draws of the Florida death metal scene in the early ‘90s. On the other hand, we have […]

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Marina Abramovic: “Bold, Direct, and Raw”

The documentary The Artist is Present follows performance artist Marina Abramovic on her journey to MoMA and her extensive preparation for one of her most curious exhibitions yet. A common reaction to the film and Marina Abramovic’s unconventional work is one of discomfort and confusion. However, people should consider why they personally view Abramovic and […]

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Just Star Stuff

Aries; March 21 – April 19 Be free, live your best life! Whether that means eating uncooked ramen sandwiches or broccoli (which is equally gross)— we support you! Taurus; April 20 – May 20 Dogs are great and sometimes they look like chicken nuggets! Be thankful for dogs, and take joy in their existence. They […]

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Let’s talk about art: Artist talk at Wheaton

Barbara “Babs” Owen is the Rhode Island-based artist who recently starred on a solo exhibition at the Beard and Weil Galleries on campus. On Thursday September 6th, previous to the inauguration, however, she delivered a talk focused on her career as well as the inspiration behind her current work. Owen is a contemporary artist who […]

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Skin care with Lorenzo

Ever since I turned 16, pimples and an oily dermis have been my worst enemies. I’ve tried countless products over the years, but only a few have truly achieved what they promised to do: clear up my complexion without causing any dryness or damage. In today’s edition, we will focus on one of the pillars […]