Charlotte Shields-Rossi | a&e editor Thanksgiving is a time for family, turkey and expressing gratitude, but for the past two years many of us have held space for our favorite movie-musical adaptation — “Wicked.” Last November, “Wicked,” directed by Jon M. Chu, hit theaters. The star-studded cast, amusing press tour and cultural significance of the mystical land of Oz made it a huge hit. The … Continue reading Wicked: For Good — the end of an era
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Capri Scarcelli | A&E Editor 11/19/2020 Carrying on tradition, Duquesne replicated its annual “Night of Lights” Christmas celebration with SGA Fall Festival: a sweet send-off for Thanksgiving (and winter) break, carefully following CDC policies throughout the event. Hosted by the Student Government Association (SGA) and partnered with Residence Life, Parkhurst Dining and Commuter Affairs, the event took place both virtually and in Duquesne’s residence halls … Continue reading Fall Festival sends off students for Thanksgiving break
Zoe Stratos | Staff Writer 11/19/2020 The fall 2020 condensed semester amid the COVID-19 pandemic is coming to a close as Thanksgiving break and finals week approach for college students across the nation. As Duquesne students gear up for their departure from campus on Nov. 25, they’ve begun to reflect on this unprecedented time. Starting back in the spring 2020 semester, students were sent home … Continue reading Term in review: Students reflect on semester like no other
Kellen Stepler | Editor-in-Chief 11/19/2020 Allegheny County issued a stay-at-home advisory Wednesday, Nov. 18; the same day that the county recorded 620 new coronavirus cases — an all-time high. In a weekly coronavirus briefing Wednesday with county leaders, Allegheny County executive Rich Fitzgerald said that the county has seen “alarming numbers” in regards to COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. While not quite the same level of … Continue reading Allegheny County issues stay-at-home advisory for residents
Kellen Stepler | Editor-in-Chief 11/19/2020 Duquesne students and staff gathered on Rooney Field for the second “Prayer for Unity” event on Monday night. University chaplain Rev. Bill Christy opened the session, offering to “have this time of prayer before we go on Thanksgiving break.” After a prayer, Christy read a passage of the Bible from St. Paul’s letter to the Colossians, where Paul talks about … Continue reading Second Prayer for Unity: ‘Be kind’
Hannah Rauh | Staff Writer Just imagine a picturesque Thanksgiving dinner — turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes steaming on the table while everyone is busy catching up with each other and telling stories about their past few months. It’s a great thing to come home for the holidays, and especially Thanksgiving considering the nature of the holiday itself. A whole day dedicated to gratitude and … Continue reading Eating, shopping and schoolwork: How to do Thanksgiving Break right
11/15/2018 By Ollie Gratzinger | Opinions Editor The halls are decked, the stockings are hung, the mochas are minty and it isn’t even Thanksgiving yet. ‘Tis the season, I suppose, but every year, the season comes sooner. Malls were adorned with ornate bulbs and towering trees as early as Nov. 1. Stores sent out their holiday catalogues weeks ago, and towering signs for “holiday collections” … Continue reading Christmas Capitalism unfair to workers, buries true meaning
11/15/2018 By Zoe Stratos | Staff Columnist In 2017, more than 70 million people participated in the busiest shopping day of the year: Black Friday. However, with all of the discounts, clearances, price tags slashed and doorbusters up for grabs, is the tradition really worth all the trouble braving sale-crazy crowds? After factoring all of the fine print, thoughtless buys and rip-off sale prices, the … Continue reading Black Friday is a cultural tradition, albeit a problematic one
By Duke Staff 11/15/17 For most, the last Thursday of November is a time for food, relaxation and giving thanks. Recently, however, the idea and practice of Thanksgiving has been diluted by Black Friday. For years, Black Friday has come earlier and earlier, encroaching on the holiday we’re truly trying to celebrate. For many reasons, this is problematic. On the one hand, it takes away … Continue reading Black Friday feeds into consumerism, loses Thanksgiving spirit
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