And the Academy Award goes to . . .

Some will watch the Academy Awards for the glitz and glam of the red carpet. Some will watch for the awkward acceptance speeches. Others will watch simply to see if Leonardo DiCaprio will finally take home that long-awaited Oscar. But whether or not you decide to tune in to the 86th Annual Academy Awards on Sunday, March 2, you can becertain—millions of other people will … Continue reading And the Academy Award goes to . . .

“The most ambitious” Philip Seymour Hoffman

Philip Seymour Hoffman’s death came as a surprise to his family, fellow actors, and fans. On Feb. 2 Hoffman was found dead at the age of 46 in his New York Apartment from an apparent drug overdose. Found by a friend, Hoffman had a syringe in his arm and an envelope of heroin near him. Many in shock expressed their sorrow over the matter. Robert … Continue reading “The most ambitious” Philip Seymour Hoffman

Romantic tunes for Valentine’s Day

It’s the season for love. With Valentine’s Day on the brain, it’s time to show your crush, partner, or long term boo how you feel. You’ve bought the chocolate in shiny, red, heart shaped plastic. You’ve signed the mushy, pink, and poetic card. You’ve got a fistful of roses, combed hair, and dinner reservations at six. But you’re still missing one thing. It’s time to … Continue reading Romantic tunes for Valentine’s Day

While you were away: recap of January athletic accomplishments

The swimming and diving team had a successful month, with the men’s team earning a victory over Carleton early in the month. “This January the men’s swim and dive team made some amazing progress. We really came together as a team and raced hard beginning with our victory over Carleton in early January. We rode this momentum into a great month of training, and an … Continue reading While you were away: recap of January athletic accomplishments

Nineteen Minnesotans head to Sochi for Olympic games

While many babies are born on their feet, Minnesotan babies seem to be born on skates.  Thus, it is only natural that Minnesotan natives dominate the 2014 U.S. Olympic Men’s Ice Hockey Team. Of the 25-member team, eight members hail from frigid Minnesota.  One of these Minnesota natives,  Zach Parise, has even been fortuitous enough to be chosen as the captain of the 2014 U.S. … Continue reading Nineteen Minnesotans head to Sochi for Olympic games