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Oh, the places we go: Italy

April 14, 2011

As I gazed up at the scorching Italian sun, heat was the last thing on my mind. I was standing in breathtaking Venice, Italy, barely able to take in the overwhelming beauty of my surroundings.

By Emma Shuck, News Staff Entry of the Week: Come see a very different type of entertainment at Step Fest 2011 on Saturday, April 16, brought to campus by the Iota Gamma Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority. Members of the Divine Nine, the historically Black Greek...

Springfest mixes it up

April 12, 2011

A sold-out Matthews Arena echoed as the crowed chanted,“TGFO” (Taylor Gang For Life), during Wiz Khalifa’s performance of his song “Taylor Gang” on Saturday night. Khalifa coined the name for his loyal fan base and the song is off of his mix tape Cabin Fever (2010).

SPRINGFEST: The Week in Photos

April 7, 2011

A photo slideshow of Springfest activities around campus.

Tokyo Police Club gets the crowd rowdy

April 7, 2011

The caution tape adorning the scene at afterHOURS was surprisingly necessary Wednesday – it was there to go along with the 2011 Springfest theme, NUTORIOUS, but ended up serving as a warning for the night to come.

MFA shares silent dialogue of Japanese tea customs

April 7, 2011

he exhibit is very small, quaint and simple. Even though it looks sparse, this is actually the most appropriate way to showcase a Japanese tea ceremony known as chanoyu. Japan might be a little too far to travel for tea, but Northeastern students can walk a few blocks to experience the culture by learning about Japanese tea customs.

Diverse crowd fought for fun with fluffy weapons

April 7, 2011

A headrest, a sitting cushion, a weapon. The pillow is such a necessary item to everyday comfort, but is often overlooked and forgotten. Yet, Saturday, April 2, the pillow brought about 1,500 costumed people together in Cambridge Common for International Pillow Fight Day.

Oh, the places we go: Beirut

April 7, 2011

I am writing this guest column to you from a bunker right outside of Beirut, Lebanon. Grenades are constantly whizzing by my head as I make my way to class. Everywhere I turn women in burqas surround me, judging me for exposing my hair and illegally streaming “Teen Mom.” Oh, and there is a dusty, landmine-ridden desert all around me, as far as the eye can see. This is what I’ve come to expect as my daily routine in this God-forsaken country. Jeepers, this place really is just like Western media makes it look! In actuality, the only bunker I’ve been in here is one that has been turned into an after-hours dance club. Beirut couldn’t be any more Western if there were a McDonald’s right across the street from the main gate of my university – oh wait, there is.

Glover brings NU community to Blackman

April 7, 2011

“How many of you guys have seen me on ‘Community’?” asked Donald Glover, who plays goofy jock Troy Barnes on the NBC comedy. “Well, this is going to be nothing like that.” The sold-out crowd in Blackman Auditorium responded with enthusiastic applause and whistling.

Wild and crazy Steve-O fills Blackman

April 7, 2011

Entertainer Steve-O brought his unique style of humor to Blackman Auditorium Monday night. The “Jackass” star became famous for his outlandish stunts and wild television sketches. The event was sponsored by the Council for University Programs as part of Springfest.

Column: An ode to bargain hunting

April 7, 2011

I have always had a love/hate relationship with shopping. Sure, it’s nice to get new things, but there is often this pang of guilt that goes along with most purchases. “Do I really need this? I shouldn’t have spent that much money…” Luckily, I have a trustworthy...

Calendar: April 7 – 13

April 7, 2011

By Emma Shuck, News Staff Entry of the Week: The West Village Community will dedicate a day of giving by making contributions locally, on campus and globally through the “West Gives Back” event on Saturday, April 9. During the event, pick up a pre-purchased pair of...