English professor Mohamed Anis Ferchichi brings global perspective to students When Tunisian native Mohamed Anis Ferchichi initially left for Rhode Island after arriving as a Fullbright scholar back in 2015 to teach Arabic at URI, he hadn’t the slightest idea he’d be here six years later. Two years after coming to America, Ferchichi applied for…
After being disbanded for three years, URI’s Roller Hockey team is back and has already kicked open the season. PHOTO CREDIT: Contributed Before it was reestablished this semester, the University of Rhode Island’s roller hockey team was disbanded for almost three years, according to organization president Jordan Couto. Couto, a freshman majoring in computer science,…
One of the most pressing and critical issues presently on the University of Rhode Island’s campus are the results of the Campus Climate Survey, which were released earlier this year. The Cigar has written articles highlighting the development of the survey, its completion and multiple aspects of its results that were released on Oct. 7….
After not one, but two cancellations, the Ryan Center will be empty this Friday night. PHOTO CREDIT: complex.com Rapper Polo G will not be making a stop to perform at the University of Rhode Island after all. The Polo G concert, which was rescheduled to this Friday, Nov. 19, after its initial Sept. 17 date…
This reporter shares her initial thoughts of The Shivas after they release their new album “Feels So Good // Feels So Bad”. PHOTO CREDIT: heshivas.bandcamp.com “Feels So Good // Feels So Bad,” the latest album from Portland-based psych-surf group The Shivas, is an absolute delight to listen to. If I hadn’t known otherwise, I would’ve…
Marvel’s new release “Eternals” may have bombed with critics, but still has things to offer fans. PHOTO CREDIT: thedirect.com “Eternals” explores the theological origins of this universe with a character-driven narrative that has received mixed reviews for its separation from the traditional Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) formula. Directed by Chloé Zhao (“Nomadland”), this film plays…
If there are any Swifties out there, then you’ll love Taylor Swift’s re-recording of her 2012 album “Red.” PHOTO CREDIT: spotify.com Taylor Swift has once again taken control of her fate with the release of her second re-recorded album, “Red (Taylor’s Version).” In addition to 21 previous hits, Swift delivered six tracks “from the vault,”…
The highly anticipated release, “An Evening With Silk Sonic,” hits the airwaves as the album tributes the soulful sounds of the 1970s. PHOTO CREDIT: stereogum.com After months of anticipation, it’s finally here. Anderson .Paak and Bruno Mars released their collaborative album, “An Evening With Silk Sonic,” after announcing it back in March. The album is…
New comedy improv theater opens in Pawtucket As a newly established theater, Kismet Improv has made itself a space for education and entertainment for Rhode Island residents. PHOTO CREDIT: kismetimprov.com Watch out, Pawtucket! The new Kismet Improv comedy theater is bringing improv and comedy performances, classes and entertainment to Rhode Island. Kismet Improv, owned by…
URI Theatre addressed the different ways abuse can present itself with “Exit, Pursued by a Bear.” PHOTO CREDIT: Greg Clark What do you get when you put together Jimmy Carter quotes, karaoke, Susan Boyle, bottles of honey, numerous fourth wall breaks and an entirely student-run production? Apparently, lots of laughter. “Exit, Pursued By a Bear”…