Mariotti: Celebrities often do not succeed when trying to design own fashion lines
We live in the era of the all-powerful celebrity. We read in tabloids that they’re actually “just like us,” with photos of them taking out… Read more »
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Joey Bada$$ to headline March 5 Bandersnatch Music Series concert
Rapper Joey Bada$$ will headline the March 5 Bandersnatch Music Series concert hosted by University Union in the Schine Underground. The opener will be announced… Read more »
Syracuse-based Indie-folk rockers The Vanderbuilts release new single
The Vanderbuilts are on the brink of releasing a second full-length album, and if “I Wish I Was A Saber Toothed Tiger” is any indication,… Read more »
Viral video "Harlem Shake" reaches Syracuse University, students film on Hendricks steps
First, Syracuse did “Gangnam Style.” Now, it’s “Harlem Shake.” More than 70 students crowded the steps of Hendricks Chapel on Wednesday afternoon to be part… Read more »
One-hit wonder: University Union's Rock the Dome fails to return for 2nd year due to scheduling conflicts
Big-ticket co-headlining rappers Ludacris and Rick Ross basked in the spotlight at last year’s Rock the Dome concert, but it was University Union that might… Read more »
Schuster: Conversation with Cupid illuminates discussions on Valentine's Day
Feb. 14 used to be a great day for equality. Ugly third-graders got as much love as the less-ugly third-graders. Stale chocolates and paper cards… Read more »
25 Years of Die Hard: John McClane has aged a lot since 1988, but he can still kick your ass.
I was probably too young when I first watched “Die Hard” with my dad, but John McClane was the coolest guy I’d ever seen. I… Read more »
Life is a box of chocolates: Break off a piece of the best chocolate for Valentine's Day
For those who haven’t gotten their valentine a gift yet, I have three words for you: Buy them chocolate. Nothing says Valentine’s Day like chocolate.… Read more »
Holloway: Dating an introvert provides insight into the way people interact with conversation, quietness
Introverts are some of the most misunderstood people, especially when you love one. From the outside looking in, it may appear that you’re dating a… Read more »
Disheartening: Compilation about Valentine's Day evokes anything but love
Sorry for this one, hopeless romantics, but Valentine’s Day is a Hallmark cash grab. So, of course, I was slinking back into “spending Valentine’s Day… Read more »
Sorokanich: Valentines found abroad, despite holiday not existing in Jordan
I’ve been in Irbid, Jordan for three weeks now, but I haven’t lost all of my Americanisms yet. It’s Feb. 12, and you know what… Read more »
Krewella concert attracts audiences with LED light dancing skills
Grimy. Dirty. Filthy. These are words that, in the electronic dance music scene, can be used to describe an atmosphere that is great for fans.… Read more »
Mariotti: Interns should get paid, not receive college credit for work
Behind the scenes of the glamorous world of New York Fashion Week lies a seedy underbelly the fashion elite likes to ignore. Off the record… Read more »
SNL veteran Seth Meyers to perform stand-up comedy act at SU
Seth Meyers, a Saturday Night Live cast member, will perform his stand-up comedy act live in Syracuse. University Union will present “A Night of Comedy… Read more »
From the box office: Feb. 1-3
Super Bowl weekend is typically one of the slowest box office weekends of the year, and this weekend was no exception. The overall box office… Read more »
Jukebox the Ghost to headline Bandersnatch Music Series concert March 19
Pop-rock band Jukebox the Ghost will headline University Union’s first Bandersnatch Music Series concert of the semester in the Schine Underground on Tuesday, March 19.… Read more »
Dead like me: Cute but conventional zombie love story makes for amusing undead entertainment
A zombie outbreak has spread throughout pop culture for years, stampeding through movies, television, books and video games. A few gullible folks even think huffing… Read more »
Customers craving late night munchies cause unwanted banter with restaurant employee
If you’ve been to Pita Pit on Marshall Street past 10 p.m, you’ve seen me. You probably don’t remember me, but oh, do I remember… Read more »
Video: Sounds of silence
Rachel Dentinger, a senior music education major, conceptualized “Uncommon Action” for her Renée Crown Honors capstone project. Through the performance, Dentinger said she wants to… Read more »
Sorokanich: Despite tough beginnings, columnist finds sense of home in Irbid
It’s amazing how just a little time can change your perspective. When I sat down to write my column last week, anger and frustration gnawed… Read more »
Bridge to the past: Album brings synth and spirit of the '80s into today's pop scene
Strap on your platform shoes, dust off your leg warmers and give your favorite Duran Duran record a spin. Tegan and Sara’s candy-coated newest album… Read more »
Sounds of silence: Senior capstone project tackles seriousness of bullying through visually appealing orchestra performance
The trombonist circled the cellist, taunting the cello player with booming sounds and playing the instrument with a punching motion. The two musicians, as part… Read more »
DJ Pauly D, rapper Rockie Fresh to headline Winter Carnival concert
Syracuse University’s annual Winter Carnival concert will feature headliner electronic dance musician DJ Pauly D and Maybach Music Group rapper Rockie Fresh. The show, hosted… Read more »
Blue Man Group shocks audiences with memorable musical acts
The Blue Man looked bewildered. He had already stuffed five marshmallows into his mouth, but his fellow Blue Man was still tossing marshmallows to him… Read more »
