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Casual Vacancy review

Casual Vacancy review

October 14, 2012

By Aileen Norris I grew up as a "Potterhead," a nickname for an avid fan Harry Potter series. My best friend and I would use floo powder to transport us to Diagon Alley as a kid. I almost ferociously...

Fashion profile: Apoorva Raikwar '14

Fashion profile: Apoorva Raikwar ’14

October 12, 2012

When you see Apoorva Raikwar '14 walking down the halls, there's a good chance she either made or altered what she's wearing. In fact, the white maxi skirt Raikwar is wearing in these photos is one...

Top 10 brands of plastic water bottles

Top 10 brands of plastic water bottles

October 10, 2012

By Brittani Langland Drinking water is an important part of everyday life. You can drink distilled water, tap water, and water that comes from plastic water bottles. Although you should never only drink...

"Babel" album review

“Babel” album review

October 8, 2012

By Kaitlyn McCurdy The first time I ever heard a Mumford & Sons song was when I watched them perform live at the 2011 Grammys. I remember looking over at my dad and saying “Who are these guys? They’re...

The Midsummer Station: an album of mix-ins

The Midsummer Station: an album of mix-ins

October 2, 2012

Adam Young hasn't played in my bedroom since I stopped being fourteen and Hello, Seattle stopped making me nostalgic and started making me want to take a brick to the recording studio that signed this...

On the arts: perspective drawing

October 1, 2012

In this special On the Arts: Perspective Drawing special investigation. We learn how to draw a perspective drawing, and that nothing is more important than friendship.

The MCs prep the stage for a screening of The Blues Brothers on September 14th. The classic film is part of a month-long movie series. Photo courtesy of icfilmscene.org

Movie magic

September 15, 2012

On Friday, September 14, dozens of Iowa Citians flocked to City Park to get a taste of a new kind of movie experience. Classic films, a fun audience, free popcorn- Mark Ginsberg's FilmScene Starlight Cinema...

Fashion profile: Jonah Pouleson '13

Fashion profile: Jonah Pouleson ’13

Shirley September 13, 2012

Details, details. Jonah Pouleson '13 knows about details. From his flat knit tie to his shined black loafers, Pouleson aims to leave an impression on everyone who sees him. Interview by Amiela Canin Photos...

Symphonic Band & Wind Ensemble final concert 2012

Katie Mons May 23, 2012

The year is coming to an end, which means finals, projects and tons of homework. However, there are some fun things that happen this time of year, including band concerts. On May 23rd, Symphonic Band...

Cafe Crema brings unique brazen brews to Coralville

Cafe Crema brings unique brazen brews to Coralville

Quentin Misiag May 23, 2012

Cafe Crema 411 2nd Street, Coralville, IA (Next to Randy's Carpets and Zephyr Printing) Hours: Monday-Saturday: 6 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday: 1 p.m.- 10 p.m.   With today’s “get it done...

Show choir auditions back in full swing

Tyler May 16, 2012

We go to the shows and see them dancing on stage, twirling around in sparkling costumes, but we don't know what happens before anyone is pronounced a member of either Show Time or Good Time Company.  Show...

Painting a picture: Zebby Wahls '12

Painting a picture: Zebby Wahls ’12

Shamis May 16, 2012

In this exclusive interview with Zebby Wahls '12 we get the scoop on her artwork, her favorite styles, future plans, and how life has changed since her brother Zach Wahls '09 published a national bestselling...

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