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Not too good to be true, Schizmatics is back for the fall
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Not too good to be true, Schizmatics is back for the fall

“Schizmatics” or “The Schizmatics”? Which is it? Even the members can’t make up their minds. Regardless, the campus can’t keep its eyes off of them. This band of six sophomores— Matthew Byrne, Owen Gerth, Gavin Listro, John Schaefer, Dravyn Spies, and Jack Walker— formed mid-second semester of their freshman year.  “It was Gavin’s brainchild,” Gerth...

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Oops, Britney did it again

You’d think after her 13-year-long suffocating conservatorship, the last message Britney Spears would want to put out is “Hold Me Closer.” But Elton John’s proximity might be the exception. Britney Spears has dominated headlines once again for her first release since her private life became a public playground.  According to Billboard Magazine, “Hold Me Closer”...

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Summer screen time: Collection of staff film reviews

Compiled by Alexandra Hall The Collegian staff compiled a collection of reviews about some of the films released this summer.  “Top Gun: Maverick” By: Josh Hypes | Political Correspondent ★★★★★ “Top Gun: Maverick” provided a viewing experience rare in modern-day thrillers: a gripping patriotic story with a relatable cast of characters aided by jaw-dropping cinematography....

Fun guy takes on fungi
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Fun guy takes on fungi

“Magic mushrooms” has a whole new meaning for Pittsford couple Brent and Annette Williams. They’re the owners of Mushroom Curiosity, a local business that sells select mushrooms.  The Williamses are newbies to the world of fungi. After looking for other avenues to make money, the couple found a way to utilize their 35-acre property. The...

Seniors present final art gallery shows
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Seniors present final art gallery shows

Over the past two weeks, the six senior art majors created two exhibits to showcase artwork from their time as students.  Seniors Reagan Linde, Shannon Petersen, and Madelyn Schider presented their exhibit “Learning to See,” from April 1 through April 7. “The Eternal Feminine,” presented by Grace Cool, Alaura Gage, and Ashton Mills, is open...