Hero Taco Libre and side-kick Enchilada Tony fought villains Raging Bull and Udder-taker in a wrestling ring outside Simpson Dormitory to the thrill of fans. Simpson Smackdown, a new dorm social event, based its fights off of the World Wrestling Entertainment to bring heated competition to campus in Simpson’s courtyard. “We crafted a narrative throughout...
‘Meditations’: first seniors kick off senior art galleries
The first of three consecutive senior art shows, featuring the artwork of five graduating art majors, debuted with a reception on April 5 and concluded April 8. The gallery, “Meditations,” showcased the artwork of seniors Anna Julia Bassols, Emma Widmer, Julia Epstein, Kiri Forrester, and Sophia Frigerio. “We ended up settling on ‘Meditations,’ because we...
Professors’ Picks: Kevin Gerstle, associate professor of mathematics
Book: “The Charm School” by Nelson DeMille (1988) It’s a Cold War era spy story exploring the chilling possibility of Soviet spies infiltrating the US. A fun, thrilling tale of espionage. Movie: “Star Wars: Episode IV — A New Hope,” (1977) dir. George Lucas I love good classic sci-fi action. Song: “Linus and...
Shakespeare in the Arb to perform ‘Much Ado about Nothing’
Shakespeare in the Arb will be back in the Slayton Arboretum April 19-20 following a three-year absence from students performing in the Arb. The group will perform “Much Ado about Nothing.” “Shakespeare really works well outside in kind of a more informal setting for the comedies especially,” said junior Libby Gannon, president of the troupe....
Study inspiration: students share their favorite study spots on campus
Looking to add some variety to your study habits? Try finding a new study spot. As finals week approaches, students around campus share their opinions on the best places to study on campus. Junior Caitlin Filip said she prefers to study outside when the weather permits, but she also enjoys studying in the Howard Music...




