Modern dance workshop shows off African influences
With a friendly smile and a wave, Cheryl Wilkins-Mitchell welcomed the small group of dancers into the sunlit studio. Dancers sat on the floor, stretching… Read more »
Culture
Jam band Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad fuses eclectic sounds to mesmerize crowd
The main act finally came onstage at 10 p.m. The intimate crowd in the Westcott Theater had been chatting about the band for the majority… Read more »
Historical romance novelist reminisces, chronicles career
Casually leaning against the lectern, Beverly Jenkins read aloud two letters in the prologue of 'Indigo' called the 'Indigo Letters.' The room fell silent… Read more »
Snow tubing event provides students with thrilling winter activity
When it comes to outdoor activities during the cold winter months, it can seem as though athletes have all the fun. If you don't… Read more »
Humor : Finding your Obi-Wan Kenobi necessary to function away from home
When I left for college, I expected to find everything I was looking for. No Dad to insist that leggings aren't pants, and no Mom… Read more »
Splice : Cry me a river: 'The Vow' expectedly induces tears with stale format, recycled characters
'The Vow'Director: Michael SucsyStarring: Channing Tatum, Rachel McAdamsRelease Date: Feb. 102/5 popcorns You might be surprised to learn that 'The Vow' is not based on a… Read more »
Meme mania: Student-run Facebook page becomes overnight sensation
Some say the universe began with the Big Bang. In a way, the 'SU Memes' page wasn't all that different. The 'SU Memes' page had… Read more »
Sex and Health : Men shy to discuss size, though it doesn't matter much
In high school my brother was called 'The Tripod.' Being exposed to this sexual nickname at 13, I didn't realize the significance of my brother's… Read more »
Spice Rack : Fill-adelphia: Specializing in Philly staple, quirky joint constructs melty goodness
Chillies: 4/5Address: 2533 James StreetHours: Monday to Friday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday noon to 7 p.m.Website: atasteofphiladelphiasince1976.comIt may not always be sunny in… Read more »
Sing in the name of love: First Year Players deliver singing telegrams, woo students' valentines
It's 6:14 p.m. and everything is silent in Flint Hall. A cluster of five students walks down the deserted second-floor hallway, whispering and giggling to… Read more »
Decibel : Same old, same old: Globe-trotting rockers afraid to transform sound
The Fray'Scars & Stories'Release Date: Feb. 7Music label: Epic Records3 out of 5 DecibelsTop Track: HeartbeatSounds Like: Their first and second albumTake a sappy love… Read more »
Lovebirds: Three SU couples reminisce, share touching moments in relationships
Michael Veley, professor and director of the Department of Sport Management + Kate Veley, manager of career center and event planning in the Department of… Read more »
Stop Hunger Now initiative packs up at SU
Excitement and enthusiasm were apparent in the words spoken by Syeisha Byrd. 'I've seen it time and time again. One person can make a difference,… Read more »
Tech : Valentine's Day romantics, cynics can fall for latest technology fads
Technological advances are wiggling their way not only into our pockets but, evidently, into our hearts as well.Whether it's used to enhance this day for… Read more »
Q&A with 315 jewelry collection founder, SU alumna Carla Fischer
Giving back to Syracuse University is one of Carla Fischer's lifelong goals. The alumna runs an online-based jewelry business from her Connecticut home, and… Read more »
Fashion : Fashion industry should strive to revamp standards on ideal body image
Model Coco Rocha recalled the horrifying instructions she received when she entered the modeling industry as a 15-year-old.'I felt pressure early in my career,' Rocha… Read more »
Speed dating event plays matchmaker for student body
Love was in the air at the Schine Goldstein Auditorium on Thursday when Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity hosted its fourth annual speed-dating event. There… Read more »
Joystick : Colossal success: Re-release modernizes for current gamers, retains artistic simplicity
THE BREAKDOWN - SHADOW OF THE COLOSSUS HDDeveloper:Team IcoPlatform:Playstation 3Get It From: Retailers as part of the Ico and Shadow of the Colossus HD Collection ($39.99)Playstation Network… Read more »
One for the girls: Monologue series allows women to address gender issues, taboo topics
From the pews of Hendricks Chapel, the audience watched Sami Kay stand up from her seat onstage and move to the forefront, clutching her cue… Read more »
Student film festival reels in talent, screens diverse topics
Heroin addicts, a mental patient lost in fantasies, a student whose screenplays come to life, an animated graphic novel about friendship and finding the… Read more »
Caribbean Film Festival to embody flavors of tropic islands
It was the directness of the title, 'The Power of Vagina,' that got Kimmie Parris thinking the Caribbean Cinematic Festival sounded interesting. 'It's just… Read more »
Students to display own films
For years, Syracuse University's student filmmakers had nowhere to showcase their work. That's all about to change. The first ever SyRECuse Film Festival will… Read more »
Monologues to illustrate, inform about womens' issues
It isn't uncommon to see a variety of different groups tabling at the Schine Student Center on any given day. Often, these groups hand… Read more »
Humor : Apologize, come clean about silverware stealing ways, other secrets
Everyone has something to confess. Whether it is as small as stealing your roommate's food or as big as the time you accidentally broke into… Read more »
