Features


Research Spotlight

Using high tech in circular economies

Driven by interests in humanities and science, Professor Ron Eglash conducts research surrounding “generative justice,” a research framework he has created.
Album Review

Indie album showcases versatility in new sound

Released March 9, The Neigbourhood came out just as Spring Break started. I knew I was about to spend a relaxing week at home, and an album by The Neighbourhood, one of my favorite bands, was exactly what I craved.
Movie Review

Red Sparrow different than expected

The Red Sparrow, starring Jennifer Lawrence, is a strange movie with many varying sequences of events.
Food Review

Instant noodle review

Ramen is classic to college campuses all around the US. Have we ever considered which brand is the best? Members of The Poly, including Anna Koenig ’21, Serge Piskun ’20, Crystal Vejar ’20, and I aim to find out.
Movie Review

Hola horror genre, adios sleep schedule

I am not usually a horror movie person, so when my best friend and I sat down to watch Veronica while we teased “I’m not scared, you’re scared,” we had no idea what were in for.
On-Campus Event

Genericon: unique, inclusive, organized

This weekend, students found themselves walking into or around the Darrin Communications Center and wondering, ”What is going on?” Genericon is on its 31st year, and never fails to draw all types of people—from the dedicated furry, to the anime-obsessed, to the hardcore gamer.
Drink Review

Trendy alcohol option underwhelms in taste

After seeing multiple Facebook news articles raving about Angry Orchard’s new Rosé Cider, I really wanted to try it.
On-Campus Event

Discussion challenges thoughts on faith

A conversation centered around faith, humanity, and the intersection between identity and work sprouted at the Veritas Forum last Friday.
Restaurant Review

The Placid Baker offers tasteful pastries, cheerful customer service, wide variety

In Troy, there are many small, niche shops with unique and appealing features. One of my personal favorite spots to go to in Downtown Troy is a little artisan bakery called The Placid Baker.
On-Campus Event

Poets, performers share experiences at BSA’s open mic

Resilience, dignity, and self-worth dominated the Night of Free Expression on Friday. Poets, singers, and dancers of different backgrounds performed in the McNeil Room to a supportive and enthusiastic audience.
Club Spotlight

UPAC Cinema highlights student interests through recent, classic film selections

Two weeks ago, I went to see Thor: Ragnarok at the Union Programs and Activities Committee Cinema on campus.
Off-Campus Event

Excursion to D.C. fosters connections

As we stepped into the lobby of the National Museum of African American History and Culture, I was struck with awe by all of the attention to detail in every inch of the room.
Off-Campus Event

Les Mis production falls short in acting

Since its Broadway debut in 1987, Les Misérables continues to be culturally significant both in and out of the musical theater industry.
Album Review

Timberlake is bringin’ country, flannel back

Amidst his ever-encompassing performance at the Super Bowl LII halftime show, Justin Timberlake released his fifth studio album, Man of the Woods—listed first in the Billboard Top 200 this week.
Club Spotlight

SWE Outreach rewarding, educational

Earlier this semester, I attended my first Society of Women Engineers’ Outreach Committee. As a member of SWE, I wanted to check out what this committee was about.
Movie Review

Black Panther’s successes: political commentary, talented cast, characters

As the newest instillation in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Black Panther is a true work of art and a gold standard of what superhero movies should be.
Album Review

Black Panther anticipated for soundtrack

Let me start this off by saying this isn’t your average album review. Black Panther The Album Music from and Inspired By, also known as Black Panther: The Album, is no ordinary soundtrack.
Empac Event

Porn industry’s implicit design explored

“They’re part of a $97 billion industry, whose revenues in the [United States] alone exceeds baseball, basketball, and football combined,” said Patrick Keilty, referencing the pornography industry in his talk, “Pornography’s Graphical Interface,” at the Experimental Media and Performing Arts Center on Thursday.
Sports

Philadelphia Eagles soar to first Super Bowl victory

On Sunday, the Philadelphia Eagles went head-to-head with the New England Patriots in Minneapolis. They defeated the Patriots 41-33, securing their first ever Super Bowl win.
On-Campus Event

ZuZu acrobats flip, jump, limbo

On Saturday afternoon, the center of the McNeil Room was empty. Rows of chairs were set up around three sides of the clearing.
Album Review

Fall Out Boy renewed

As a junior in high school, I was introduced to Fall Out Boy through their Save Rock and Roll album, which was considered their newer music at the time.
Book Review

Dystopian series has compelling world

Do you like Game of Thrones? Ancient Roman history? Dystopian fiction? How about The Hunger Games?  Well, if any of these things interest you, then I strongly suggest that you give Pierce Brown’s Red Rising saga a try.
Movie Review

Film displays exceptional storyline, score

Set in the countryside of a sun-drenched 1983 Italy, Luca Guadagnino’s masterwork film, Call Me By Your Name, is a revelation in cinematography and acting, rich in tone and tenderness.