Josh Imhof | news editor If all you knew about “Primetime” came from the online discourse surrounding it, you may have a complete misunderstanding of what the film is about. The new movie starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen dives into the hazy behind-the-scenes of “To Catch a Predator” and has been at the center of many recent pop culture conversations. Some social media users … Continue reading ‘Primetime:’ You see how this looks, right?
Ella Staehr | staff writer Cue Perry stood in Gumberg Library Sept.22 with his canvas easel, sketching and painting in front of a live audience. He took the audience through his process and answered questions along the way. His painting mostly consisted of shades of blue, as the piece is a part of his Blue Series, a collection of paintings that use a majority of … Continue reading Color and form: Cue Perry paints live in honor of Pittsburgh playwright August Wilson
“Some people think they are in community, but they are only in proximity. True community requires commitment and openness. It is a willingness to extend yourself to encounter and know the other.” -David Spangler One of the best things about being in college is how many opportunities there are to find a community — a study group, a club, a campus organization, greek life. These … Continue reading Charlotte’s Comments: 9/29
Nataley Davis | features Editor Through gloomy skies and misty rain showers on Sept. 21, colorful chalk drawings of peace symbols were displayed on Academic Walk. Campus Minister Linda Donovan has planned an initiative to celebrate the International Day of Peace on campus for the past 15 years. Though dark clouds weren’t what she hoped for this year, Donovan was determined to have a physical sign … Continue reading ‘May peace prevail on Earth:’ 11 days of peace at Duq
Katherine Repasky |assistant editor It only took $5 and a pair of running shoes for Duquesne University students to turn a weekend morning on campus into an opportunity to help students in Tanzania. On Sunday, The Run for Tengeru marked the official kick off of Duquesne’s annual Heritage Week. The event raised funds for the Spiritan-led Tengeru Secondary Boys School in Northern Tanzania, which was … Continue reading Students race for a cause at Run for Tengeru 5K
“Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” In case you’re unaware, this is the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The press has a right to provide … Continue reading Staff Editorial: Trump opposes First Amendment by banning press from White House
Gwendolyn Sobkowiak | staff writer There are two things that I can distinctly remember about the day that I got my driver’s license. One, that no one told me I was allowed to smile for the picture, which provided me with a flattering, but ultimately unhappy portrait to carry in my pocket, and two, that I gained physical documentation of my status as an organ … Continue reading I heart organ donation. Get it?
Josh Imhof | news editor As I slowly came back to consciousness, the dim lights of my hospital room gently filled my heavy eyelids. In front of me, figures moved in a blurry haze. To my left, a blue shadow fumbled with something above my head. My senses began to adjust, and I realized it was a nurse fiddling with my IV. “Hey, how are … Continue reading Surgery was hard, ‘butt’ I’m learning to sit with my emotions
Charlotte Shields-Rossi | a&e editor Who wins when a baby dies? Well, it depends on how the baby died of course. Last month, more than 200 miles away in Lancaster County, an Amish family’s infant died. This sparked a heated debate about the cause of death. Did the baby die from measles? Or with measles? It’s a sad affair either way. The fact is a … Continue reading Politicians, bring back the thoughts and prayers
Naomi Girson | opinions editor Continue reading Crossword: Autumn leaves and comes back
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