Features
Tv Series Review
Cuckoo: unknown and surprising, worth watching
A few weeks ago, I found myself bored scrolling through Netflix. I had just finished the popular show BoJack Horseman, when I came across Cuckoo.
On-Campus Event
Fresh Check Day upcoming at the Mueller Center
Within the past few years, the Mueller Center has expanded its wellness initiative to incorporate mental health.
Movie Review
Birdbox disappointing: lacks commitment, consistency
In the past few weeks, another Netflix original took the internet by storm. But, this time, rather than a wholesome romance or a playful Christmas movie, it was a thriller: Bird Box.
Club Event
BSA showcases live performances, clothes at art show
The Black Student Association held its second art show of the year on Friday. This show focused more on live performances, rather than still art.
Empac Event
Art installation pays homage to Shakespeare
Professor Michael Century took over the EMPAC Goodman Studio 1 to perform his sound art installation The Isle is Full of Noises.
Tv Series Review
3 Below: ingenious addition to Tales of Arcadia
3 Below is a show that’s part of Tales of Arcadia, a fictional universe consisting of a trilogy of TV shows created by Guillermo Del Toro, animated by Dreamworks and hosted by Netflix.
Downtown Troy
Downtown Troy’s first Asian bodega now open
On December 7, Sunhee’s Farm and Kitchen expanded their business with the grand opening of Kim’s Convenience.
Movie Review
Bohemian Rhapsody: the story behind Queen
Released last month, Bohemian Rhapsody is a biopic of the well-known British band, Queen. The film portrays the story of how Freddie Mercury, the lead singer, came together with the other members of Queen to create a diverse palette of music.
Movie Review
Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald needlessly boring, lacks focus
Home on Thanksgiving Break, I wanted to see a movie with my high school friends. Since we’d seen Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them when it came out in 2016, we decided to watch the sequel.
Cultural Event
Troy kicks off holiday season with Victorian Stroll
This Sunday, Troy was cast back into 19th century England. The 36th Annual Troy Victorian Stroll filled the streets with performances, decorations, people, and holiday cheer.
On-Campus Event
ISA puts on great Diwali show
Diwali, also referred to as Deepavali, is the Hindu festival of lights, that signifies the win of good over evil.
Tv Series Review
Netflix animation She-Ra disappoints
I never saw myself watching this show; but after hearing about the controversies it stirred up, I was intrigued enough to give the show a try, and I actually enjoyed myself in the process.
On-Campus Event
Campus event sheds light on ethical allyship
On November 12th, the Multicultural Leadership Council and the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers partnered together and hosted an event about ethical allyship.
On-Campus Event
RMA Concert features various small music groups, talented performances
Last Sunday, the Rensselaer Music Association held a concert to showcase Rensselaer’s many small music groups.
Movie Review
Green Book comments on racism, importance of friendship
When dealing with racism, some films, like The Blind Side or Crash (2004) aim to stir up tensions and divide critics.
Tv Series
Castlevania: a graphic, riveting animated fantasy
Movies and TV shows developed from video games are notorious for being complete garbage. This perception has been a trend that only a few have been able to unlatch themselves from.
Movie Review
Crazy Rich Asians flashy, glamorous
With its flashy scenery and glamorous outfits, Crazy Rich Asians will have you falling in love instantly.
Tv Series
The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina ends on a suspenseful high note
Before watching The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, I would’ve claimed that Netflix has yet to produce a dark, serious, compelling, live-action teenage drama.
Club Event
BSA hosts first art show
On Friday, the Black Students’ Alliance hosted its first-ever art show in the Greene Building Gallery, as a prelude to its annual fashion show in February.
Campus Event
Union After Dark features Black Tie Stereo, student performances
On Saturday, the McNeil Room was cleared of tables to make room for Union After Dark: Board Games Edition with Black Tie Stereo, a four-piece pop band based out of Scranton, Pennsylvania.
Activism
Making Strides rallies 18,000, raises $680,000
On Sunday, October 21, many people gathered around in support of breast cancer awareness and funding.
Research Spotlight
Using consumer behavior to leverage marketing
Rich in marketing experience, Associate Professor Jeffrey F. Durgee is on the hunt to better understand consumer behavior.
Event Review
Spirits, specters, storytelling at RPI
“Colleges are great places to find ghost stories. They are old, and are places with lots of extreme emotion,” said Maeve McEneny, our tour guide.
Downtown Troy
Food trucks, music, costumes
This month’s “Troy Night Out” on October 26th hosted the Harvest Festival, a small gathering of food trucks and music in downtown Troy.
