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Sandra Guzmán speaks during the event. She disscussed the four pillars of women that she thought were important to include in the book. Sandra Guzmán speaks during the event. She disscussed the four pillars of women that she thought were important to include in the book.  Photo courtesy Cameron Kincheloe.

From Panama to the Amazon rainforest, ‘Daughters of Latin America’ poetry anthology captures the community

Tanvi Saxena, news correspondent April 6, 2025

Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Panama and the Amazon rainforest: These are only a few of the many locations the contributors of the new anthology “Daughters of Latin America” call home.  While they come from different nations, the experiences and anecdotes of these...

Cat Mazza (left) and Amy Halliday explain how psychiatric institutions and practices inspired the artwork. Knitoscope was used to animate a stitch-like pattern over media.

Tactful textiles: Cat Mazza’s ‘Network’ exhibition weaves technology and social change histories

Eleanor Hardy, news staff April 5, 2025

Unraveling her first solo exhibition in Boston, artist Cat Mazza hosted a discussion of her works at the Northeastern Center for Design March 21. “Cat Mazza: Network” debuted in November 2024 and will be displayed at Northeastern’s Gallery 360 until mid-April . The exhibition...

A college dinner party set up.

Dorm Room Dining: The art of a college dinner party

Emily Chung, news staff April 5, 2025

In my second year of college, I became addicted to hosting dinner parties.  During my first co-op in New York, I invited the only three people I knew in the city over to my apartment and cooked dinner for them. Since then, many of my fondest memories from college have been...

The cast of "The Triumph of Love" gather on stage for an emotional scene. The play used "The Swing" by Jean-Honoré Fragonard, a painting subtly depicting a love affair, as inspiration. Photo courtesy Liza Voll, The Huntington Theatre.

Review: ‘The Triumph of Love’ teaches a valuable lesson on deceit and passion

Megan Canizares Castillo, news correspondent April 5, 2025

The Huntington Theatre opened “The Triumph of Love” March 7, directed by Loretta Greco. The comedy of errors was written by Pierre Carlet de Marivaux and first performed in France in 1732. For the Huntington’s production, the script was translated by Stephen Wadsworth. The...

Thousands run in the 2024 Boston Marathon. The Huntington News compiled a list of seven must-do spring activities in Boston.

Column: Spring in the city: Must-do activities in Boston this season

Janira Skrbkova, news staff April 4, 2025

March 20 ushered in the first day of spring, and Bostonians are shedding their winter coats as they embrace longer days and a fresh lineup of seasonal fun. Alongside sunshine, blue skies and new blooms, here is a selection of springtime activities to look forward to throughout...

A barista quickly prepares a coffee for a customer at Broadstreet. Plants covered the interior of the building, giving the store a warm atmosphere.

Column: 6 Boston-area coffee shops for every occasion

Frances Klemm, news staff April 4, 2025

There’s not much I love more than a good cafe. Wherever I go, I compile lists of my favorite spots, but they’ve always had to meet two requirements. First, they have to be local. Small businesses often take better care with each item to win over regulars, and it shows. Second,...

A Nor'easters soloist sings while the other members accompany in the background. There were multiple parts to each a cappella group: the lead singer, a rhythmic bass line and harmonies.

BONR brings together Northeastern’s top voices in unforgettable night of a cappella

Jennie Koh, news staff March 26, 2025

Under the bright lights of Blackman Auditorium, the Nor’easters delivered an electrifying performance at its Best of Northeastern Region a cappella, or BONR, show March 14. Founded in 1997, the Nor’easters is a student-led organization and the first all-gender a cappella...

Christine Lee poses for a photo. In high school, Lee starred in the K-pop reality TV show "Capteen." Photo courtesy Christine Lee.

Q&A: Singer and Berklee student Christine Lee on her new EP and finding her musical identity

Jennie Koh, news staff March 25, 2025

From practicing classical violin to performing K-pop and now thriving as an independent artist and manager, Christine Lee has spent the better part of her formative years exploring the many facets of the music industry. On top of managing multiple artists, Lee, a second-year...

Column: The greener, the better: Rating matcha lattes around Boston

Column: The greener, the better: Rating matcha lattes around Boston

Aya Al-Zehhawi, news correspondent March 23, 2025

While coffee has long been the quintessential choice for caffeine-hungry college students, matcha has become a popular staple at cafes and coffee shops in college cities, including Boston. The green tea latte supplies caffeine enjoyers with feelings of energy and refreshment...

Max Chernin and various cast members star in the national tour of “Parade.” Chernin served as the understudy for the role of Leo Frank in the 2023 Broadway revival of “Parade.” Photo courtesy Joan Marcus.

Review: ‘Parade’ educates audiences on heartbreaking true story of Jim Crow-era antisemitism

Jessica Xing, news staff March 18, 2025

“Parade” began its limited two-week run in Boston March 11 at the Emerson Colonial Theatre as part of its second-ever national tour. While “Parade” was originally written in 1998, the national tour is based on the 2023 Broadway revival, which was nominated for six...

Museum goers sit and wander the Waters of the Abyss exhibit. The exhibit featured different mediums of art, from sculpture to intricate clothing. Photo courtesy Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston.

A portal to the divine: Diving into the reflective depths of Fabiola Jean-Louis’ ‘Waters of the Abyss’

Eleanor Hardy, news staff March 18, 2025

As the season shifts and the weather warms, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum unveiled its newest exhibition, “Waters of the Abyss: An Intersection of Spirit and Freedom” by Fabiola Jean-Louis Feb. 27. Running through May 25, the exhibition includes over 50 pieces, spanning...

Stonebwoy dances with NASO executive board members on stage. NASO hosted its annual Africa Night Feb. 8. Photo courtesy Badmus Photography, NASO.

African Student Organization embraces excellence on Africa Night

Maureen Mukasa, news correspondent March 7, 2025

The Northeastern African Student Organization, or NASO, hosted its annual Africa Night celebration Feb. 8 in Blackman Auditorium. Northeastern students of all backgrounds came together to commemorate African culture through various fashion shows, listening to classic Afrobeats...