The Moth, a popular storytelling nonprofit, visited Skidmore to lead three days of educational workshops with students and faculty, which all culminated into a StorySLAM event that took place on Sept. 30 at Zankel. A total of ten students took to the mic to tell a five-minute story without notes, resulting in an intriguing talk about their personal transformations.
Read moreThe Concert Countdown: Oct. 3–Oct. 9, 2018
There are countless concerts in and around Saratoga Springs, featuring anyone from unknown bands to radio pop stars. This week, there’s anything from classic Americana from The North and South Dakotas, to eclectic funk from Turkuaz. Here are the top five concerts in and around Saratoga Springs this week!
Read moreHow Do Artists Like Chance the Rapper Come to Skidmore?
Have you ever wondered how Skidmore actually gets artists like Chance the Rapper, Earl Sweatshirt and Caroline Rose to perform on campus? To find out, Skidmore News went straight to the experts for answers.
Read moreThe Ad- Libs Wow in First Show of the Year
The Ad-Libs started off the year in the basement of Wiecking basement with their Newbie show. The show, which took place on Sept. 22, brought about the normal Ad-Lib shenanigans. Afterwards, Skidmore News was able to interview some members about their experience in the group.
Read moreCliffs and Challenges: Laura Brunner White and Her Untold Story
On Monday, Sept. 17, the American Studies department welcomed Jared Champion to speak about his discovery of the unpublished autobiography manuscript for Cliffs and Challenges by Laura Brunner White. Champion wanted to go to Yosemite because he had not been able to travel, so he began digging deep in the archives and uncovered the incredible story of White.
Read moreRealistic Art Pieces Bring Skidmore to Life at Faculty Exhibit
From Sept. 13th until Oct. 14th, the Schick Gallery will be showcasing work of different mediums from faculty members Fabian Lopez, Sarah Sweeney, Andrea Peterson, and Doretta Miller, creating an interesting and impressive new exhibit.
Read moreLiving in Color: Caroline Rose’s Red
Lively Lucy’s hosted Caroline Rose last Thursday as part of the big music week to start off the semester. The singer left the audience wanting more, as her red vibe and recorder skills wowed those in attendance.
Read moreStrength in Vulnerability: Raveena Dazzles in SEC Show
Singer Raveena dazzled students at SEC’s The Tang Show last Friday, providing a heartwarming performance to end a great music week.
Read more70th Emmy Awards Predictions
The 70th Emmy Awards are set to air on Monday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m. on NBC. While aiming to nominate and select the finest work in television each year, Emmy voters often make decisions in much more complex ways than just simply deciding what is “the best.”
Read more3-Doings: The Imagist Object in Chicago Art, Tang Exhibit and Discussion
From September 8 until January 6, the exhibit 3- Doings: The Imagist Object in Chicago Art, 1964-1980, is up for viewing at the Tang Museum. The exhibit is organized by Tang Museum Dayton Director Ian Berry and Chicago- based curators and scholars John Corbett and Jim Dempsey. 3-Doings features work from 20 different artists, all perceived as imagists in Chicago.
Read moreIn Conversation with Drobakid: Inside the Band's Bond and Inspirations
Get to know Drobakid, a student band that mixes the lyricism of timeless folk music with new-wave sounds inspired by great psychedelic bands. They talk candidly about nerves, music, and each other. Check out some of the tunes they mention here at Drobakid.bandcamp.com.
Read moreA Quiet Place: Lean In, Listen Closely, Don’t Make a Sound
Try watching any horror movie with your hands over your ears and you will find yourself slightly transported away from the fear, but not in John Krasinski’s A Quiet Place. The silence in this film is perhaps a character of its own, sending shivers down the spines of any viewers.
Read more“It’s the Climb:” Jennifer Pharr Davis Story
Jennifer Pharr Davis visited Skidmore on April 24th to talk about her record- breaking exploration on the Appalachian Trail and what that has taught her.
Read moreLove, Simon: Let Me Be Perfectly Queer
Friday night got you wanting something to make you cry and a little gay? Well there’s only one answer: Greg Berlanti’s new film, Love, Simon. The film is generous and cruel, and teaches us that even though life tends to not be fair, we should continue to believe in some form of hope.
Read moreArtist Interview: Reece Robinson
I talked with senior Reece Robinson about his film and photography career and got insight into how he has progressed as an artist.
Read moreMaster Class with Larry Opitz: Director of "Julius Caesar"
Professor Larry Opitz is the director of Janet Kinghorn Bernhard’s (JKB) mainstage play this semester. And if Skidmore is going to put on a Shakespearean play, no one is better to direct it than Opitz. With Julius Caesar opening this week, students, faculty, and community members will be able to see for themselves the intricate world and knowledge of detail inherent in any of his productions.
Read moreA Look into "Matt Bollinger: DIY"
Matt Bollinger, a Kansas City native, came to Skidmore to talk about his current exhibit, Matt Bollinger: DIY, that is currently at the Schick. The exhibit will run until April 22nd.
Read moreThe Man with a Camera and a Purpose
Jason Houston, a world traveler whose goal is to make environmental issues around the globe heard, visited Skidmore to meet with students and hold a lecture on Tuesday, March 27th to talk about his career as a photographer and environmentalist.
Read moreGreat Movies from 2017 You Might've Missed
2017 was a tremendous year for cinema. While movies like the Shape of Water, Call Me by Your Name, and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri received a ton of attention from the Oscars, other films were unfortunately ignored in the process, going under-appreciated by both audiences and award shows alike. Therefore, here are a few great films that might’ve slipped your radar.
Read morePredictions for the 90th Academy Awards
Which film will claim this year’s Oscar for Best Picture in one of the closest races in years? Read on to hear our picks for the major awards at the Oscars.
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