On Aug. 23, 2024, Sabrina Carpenter released “Short N’ Sweet” following the release of her singles “Please Please Please” and “Espresso.” “Espresso” was launched as the first single and immediately became the song of the summer. Some lyrics were so catchy that they even got stuck in the minds of singers such as Adele, Camila […]
Author: Faith Molitor
Spilling our “GUTS”: Five additional songs added to Olivia Rodrigo’s second
Fans were completely awestruck when Olivia Rodrigo announced “GUTS (spilled)” on the second night of her Chicago shows during her “GUTS world tour.” Fans had suspected that something was coming due to the unreleased track “obsessed” being added to the tour setlist. Considering that Rodrigo included a mix of old and new songs to her […]
“Avatar: The Last Airbender” Returns to Netflix
“Avatar: The Last Airbender” was released on Netflix on Feb. 22, and many Netflix subscribers were conflicted at the show’s release considering an earlier adaptation had failed in 2010. Not only had this adaptation fallen through, but it also had its fair share of directors, anticipated release dates, and cancellations. This further added to audiences’ […]
Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas
With Valentine’s Day here, it can be challenging to find the perfect gift for that special someone. Many stores prepare for Valentine’s Day months in advance with rows and rows of teddy bears and chocolates lining the front end of the store. Although there is nothing wrong with splurging for your significant other, there is […]
Everything is Not What It Seems, Or Is It?: “Wizards of Waverly Place” Reboot
“Wizards of Waverly Place” was a Disney Channel original show that rose Selena Gomez to fame. In the show, she portrayed Alex Russo, the relatable younger sister trying to find her way in the world and her family as a witch. Her older brother is played by David Henrie, and she struggles to measure up […]
Magic in the Blue Notes
The Center of the Arts hosted The Mind and Music of George Gershwin: A Live Concert Lecture by Dr. Richard Kogan on Nov. 4 at Pollak Theater. The audience consisted of the outside community, including those who had grown up with Gershwin’s music. All different generations gathered in Pollak Theatre, sharing a similar interest in […]
Creating the Perfect Fall Space This Season
Famous for its pumpkin spice lattes and an emphasis on coziness, the fall season is often accompanied by a desire to give our living spaces an autumnal revamp. Given that fall holidays are rooted in belonging and inclusion, it makes sense that fall decorating can be a special way to bond with other people; however, […]