The wind ensemble will present their first concert of the semester, “Dance Rhythms,” featuring the world premiere of “Chant-Fanfare,” a piece by doctoral student Garrett Schumann from the University of Michigan. Jonathan Caldwell, interim director of bands at the University of Wisconsin- Stevens Point, described the event as a way to showcase high-caliber student talent. “The wind ensemble is the ... Read More »
Arts and Entertainment
Filmmakers Club Presents 47-Hour Challenge
The 47-Hour Film Challenge, hosted by the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Filmmakers Club, will present a weekend-long event for students interested in fun learning opportunities in the media field. Matthew Faltz, president of UWSP Filmmakers Club, said the event is not just for experienced filmmakers. “If you have no film-making skills, if you have a lot of film-making skills, if ... Read More »
Behind the Bar: Door County Cherry Fizz
A reminder of summer, the Door County Cherry Fizz is a simple, sweet cocktail that can be made on cold days with a bit of cherry juice. While raw egg white is scary to some, do not be afraid. It truly makes the fizz fizzy. Door County Cherry Fizz 2 ounces Maker’s Mark bourbon 1 ounce Door County cherry syrup ... Read More »
‘Uptown Special’ Album Review
“Uptown Special,” the latest release from English musician, DJ, singer and producer, Mark Ronson, is a star-studded, funky tug-of-war featuring more variety than you can wag a finger at. Ronson produced a number of wildly successful records, including Amy Winehouse’s “Back to Black”, Adele’s “19” and Bruno Mars’ “Jukebox.” He’s had his hand in over 40 albums since 1998. Bruno ... Read More »
Will Smith Deliver Fresh ‘Focus’?
Will Smith’s most recent film “Focus,” is ironically a bit of a blur in my mind. The pacing is fast and constantly building momentum as it drives you through a colorful world of high-class events and high-stake crime. “Focus” is likely to be the slickest and most stylish movie of the year and has an amazing soundtrack that infuses every beautifully shot ... Read More »
From London With Love
Since I am over halfway done with my semester abroad, I can say with sincerity it will be hard for me to leave this country and my internship. I work for Verge Magazine which has a small handful of paid staff with most content coming from contributors, who come from all sorts of backgrounds. Some are overseas expats like me and ... Read More »
“On the Twentieth Century” Styled by Broadway Origins
The Department of Theater and Dance took on a mighty challenge this month, daring to perform “On the Twentieth Century.” The 1978 Broadway musical is based on a combination of four plays from the ’20s and two ’30s screwball comedy movies. “What’s cool about the show is that as a play, it was originally just a screwball comedy and a ... Read More »
Students Work Toward Senior Exhibition
Seniors art majors with a 2D or 3D emphasis began preparation for the annual senior exhibition. Hannah Herkert, art major with a 2D emphasis, plans to display work in the exhibition from April 23-29 at the Noel Fine Arts Center Carlsten Gallery. Herkert wants to have twelve narrative prints displayed. “It’s not a set assignment,”Herket said. “It’s like a taste ... Read More »
‘Fifty Shades of Grey’ Ignites Controversy
The film “50 Shades of Grey,” based off the novel by E. L. James, hit theaters on Feb. 13 and has received a lot of negative criticism. The film features a naïve and inexperienced college student, Anastasia Steele, and her relationship with successful businessman Christian Grey. Grey, who practices bondage, discipline, sadism and masochism. Briana Soroko, senior philosophy and English major, is ... Read More »
Graphic Arts Association Provides Collaborative, Creative Opportunity
The University of Wisconsin Stevens Point’s student chapter of the American Institute of Graphic Arts will be giving student designers a peek inside the design industry. They will be achieving this for the 11th year in a row with their NowHERE conference, through presentations, workshops and unique networking opportunities. Every year since 2004 the organization has successfully organized and executed the ... Read More »