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Written By: Sky Cummings While most avid literary loyalists contend that the books always end up better than their film counterparts, there’s no doubt a few movies and shows serve as exceptions. Below I’ve noted five of my personal favorite book-to-screen adaptations that may not necessarily surpass the books, but…

Written by: Madison Torre With endless restaurants surrounding UConn’s campus, eating out is quite common. While I love to go out, I spend more money than I’d like on dining out. As a student who is conscious of what she eats, it can be hard to navigate the balance between…

Written by: Joleen Gramlich About sixteen years after it was published, I finally picked up Twilight. And although I had seen the movie when I was little, I had no idea why this book had middle aged women and teenage girls in a chokehold back in 2008. I mean, this…

Written By: Chloe Goodin If the ripe ages of 17-22 could be described in one word, I think most of us would agree, that word is: confusion.    Confusion over career paths, friendships, relationships, life goals, personal identity, dreams, and of course, the abandoned ones too. For many, art can…

Written by: Madison Torre For the past few months, the Ninja Creami frozen dessert maker has been going viral on tiktok. From sorbets, to icecreams, to smoothie bowls, this kitchen appliance is seemingly versatile and conducive to those with a busy schedule. As an avid ice cream lover, I was…

Written By: Charlie M. Case   Hollow Knight, an explosive indie success released in 2017, is a charming metroidvania that does not tell you about itself.   That is to say: Hollow Knight does not exposit, elaborate, or entertain in words. Dialogue throughout the game is sparse and utilitarian, written…

Written By: Madison Bigelow   As a certified poetry nerd (or, at least someone who considers themselves to be such), there’s nothing I enjoy more than a classic poetry reading. Whether you’re familiar with the hypothetical writer or not, it’s a gift to be able to experience a piece of…

Written By: Rylee Thomas   Like many book-lovers, I read across genres. I love epic fantasies, but sometimes I’m in the mood for literary fiction. Sometimes an autobiography sounds fun, and you can always talk me into a good romance.    My favorite genre, however, will always be gothic horror….

Written by: Ally LeMaster   The Twilight Saga.     Angst, vampires, star-crossed lovers, and a creepy, CGI baby.     The book and movie series that had a tight grip around my adolescent brain.     I remember being 10 years old and acting out the vampire baseball scene with my…