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How the birthplace of house music is shaping Miami University’s EDM scene

By Anthony Caprara | 2292 minutes ago

As the panelists for Up & Up Oxford’s DJ competition met in February to listen to sets submitted by students hoping to open for popular EDM duo Shipwrek. The panelists expected to listen to energetic tracks that amplify rooms and invigorate crowds. They didn’t expect to hear the blasting horns of the FOX NFL theme.For Andrew Solomon, a sophomore business analytics major, that’s the purpose of being a DJ — picking the right track at the right time, even the unexpected.

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Members of Stage Left perform in their production of "Be More Chill."
CULTURE

Miami University’s Stage Left presents ‘Be More Chill’

By Layla Norris | 4 days ago

Stage Left, a theater organization on campus fully led by Miami University students, presents a musical every semester. This spring, they performed “Be More Chill” over the weekend of April 24-26.“Be More Chill” follows the life of a teenager, Jeremy Here: A social outcast who has one friend, an estranged relationship with his father and an enormous crush on a girl who barely knows he exists. More than anything, he desires to be cool.

Zines have evolved significantly over the years.
MAGAZINE

Reconnecting with scissors and glue sticks: A history of zines

By Ren Chaffee | April 28, 2026

Sticky fingers, paper clippings and ink smears are the fundamentals of zines. While this may sound juvenile, this accessible entrance to a nuanced community is a huge part of the appeal. Anyone can do it, any time.Stefanie Hilles, a librarian at the Art and Architecture Library, defined zines as “self-published, kind of anti-establishment, underground little magazines that, in a lot of ways, are done for the love of the game instead of profit.”

Workers exit The Berry Bar located at 20 E High St. in Oxford, Ohio.
FOOD

The Berry Bar is shaking things up on High Street

By Kaitlin McDowell | April 27, 2026

It's a high 70-degree Sunday in Oxford, one of the first of the spring season, and I find myself craving something cold, refreshing and, most importantly, nutritional. Historically, this would’ve been hard to find for students around Oxford, where Uptown is known for its assortment of bars, sandwich shops and other fast-casual restaurants.However, on April 11, a new kind of bar opened on High Street — The Berry Bar.

People stop at the Art Museum Student organization booth at Sparkfest.
CULTURE

Sparkfest: A snapshot of modern art for Gen Z

By Josie Zimmerman | April 24, 2026

It was a bright and sunny day for artists to play music, sell paint, draw portraits and share free pizza and cookies. Student organizations such as the Associated Student Government and the Miami University Center for Career Exploration and Success had tables filled with markers and crafts to create art at the annual Sparkfest celebration.

Editor-at-Large Kethan Babu said that Spider-Man has significantly influenced his life.
CULTURE

Spider-Man: More than a comic book superhero

By Kethan Babu | April 23, 2026

Before the MCU took off, the Sam Raimi “Spider-Man” trilogy was the peak of superhero movies. Tobey Maguire’s Peter Parker was the first live-action version of the superhero and the introduction to Spider-Man and Marvel in general for kids growing up in the 2000s.Those movies kick-started my obsession that still lingers today.

The weather is starting to warm up, so it's time to invest in a spring wardrobe.
STYLE

What to wear now that the weather is getting warmer

By Stella Powers | April 22, 2026

Temperatures are finally starting to rise above freezing, which means spring is here. It’s time to trade in those cozy sweaters and winter coats for something a bit more weather-appropriate.I’m not a style expert by any means, but I love a good spring outfit. Here are some recommendations for staple items and styles to invest in for your spring wardrobe.

Vision Dance company preforming in Alumni Hall during their annual showcase titled, V2K.
CULTURE

V2K: 25 years of Vision Dance Company

By Layla Norris | April 19, 2026

Miami University’s Vision Dance Company (VDC) is a student-led organization on campus bringing dancers together to choreograph and perform. Established in 2001, they are “Miami’s most versatile dance organization.”On April 10 and 11, they performed their 2026 show, V2K — their own take on Y2K — celebrating the organization’s 25th anniversary.

Bodega storefront located on West High Street.
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A look inside Bodega

By Hailey Craver | April 18, 2026

Since 1989, Bodega Delicatessen has been a local favorite deli in Oxford. They are known for their wide array of soups, sandwiches and pasta salads.

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