Art pop-up allows spectators to view Van Gogh’s art in new, immersive way

“Van Gogh: Immersive Experience,” an interactive pop-up gallery that lets you understand the classics of art in a modern way, is a wonderland of beauty.  The exhibit is available through February at The Strand Theater in Boston. The collection lets you step into Van Gogh’s most beloved paintings and experience the art cascading down the…

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Psych-surf group keeps the sound of the 1960s alive, well on new release

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…

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‘BOO-R-I’ big hit among students in first year

Last Tuesday, Oct. 26, in honor of the spooky season, the University of Rhode Island Student Entertainment Committee (SEC) decided to play some tricks and give some treats by hosting “BOO-R-I” in the Memorial Union Ballroom, their first fall-themed Halloween event. The event featured numerous activities and attractions, including handwriting analysis and a tarot card…

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URI professor using broadcast experience to help sports media students

Watson has played a big role in coordinating the student-run ESPN+ broadcasts. PHOTO CREDIT: Paige Messier Over the past couple of years, the Harrington School of Communication and Media has made it a priority to improve it’s broadcasting capabilities.  First, it was the introduction of the sports media and communication major. Then, it was the…

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Divorce makes for some pretty great music

Adele’s newly anticipated album “30” focuses on her divorce and will be released later this month. PHOTO CREDIT: harpersbazzar.com What will Adele’s next album be based on?  “Divorce, babe, divorce.” The pop star’s highly-anticipated release entitled “30” is expected on Nov. 19, complimented by her poignant single “Easy On Me.” In a recent Instagram livestream,…

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Student Veteran Organization supports military students on-campus

The Student Veterans Organization is getting ready for a new office in the Memorial Union and their Veteran’s Day on-campus celebration.  PHOTO CREDIT: Contributed by URI Student Veteran Organizations’ Twitter @URISVO A cornerstone of the college experience at the University of Rhode Island is a community, and for former armed service members, the Student Veteran…

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Rewind, Rewatch, Review: ‘Pocahontas’ remains problematic

Disney’s 1995 animated film “Pochahontas” is a problematic depiction of Native American culture and history. PHOTO CREDIT: disney.com This Native American Heritage Month, I decided to revisit my unfortunate first introduction to Native American heritage and culture––Disney’s 1995 animated film, “Pocahontas.”I don’t think I’m alone in saying that, as someone not of Native American descent,…

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