Culture

The Necessity of Discomfort: Science and Sustainability in the 21st Century

What are you willing to give up for a living planet? What should we be willing to do to reverse the circumstances that have brought us to this point? What is all the worry about? These questions run the gamut of environmental thought today. The Al Gores of the world, liberal environmentalists, seem to think that just a reorganization of the current energy infrastructure into a "green and sustainable" one will allow us to continue "enjoying our standard of living." I used to believe that, but then I slowly realized it was just that -- a belief -- and not an understanding of the present situation. I wish to challenge this set of assumptions.

Hundreds gather for satellite 'March for Science' in Uptown Oxford

Oxford joined over 600 cities in 69 countries in hosting a March for Science event on Saturday, April 22, internationally recognized as Earth Day.

Humans of Oxford: Brandon Fogel: A Great Presence

Brandon Fogel darts around Pearson 128, setting up the next improv game by fielding suggestions from the audience. He is boisterous and charismatic, talking to the audience as if they were his old friends. His sharp wit and quick jabs at random spectators only add to this feeling.

Opening Minds through Art displays work at OCAC

"One thing we all have in our lives is creativity," Dr. Elizabeth Lokon told the gathered crowd at the Oxford Community Arts Center last Friday. This is the key principle that drove her to start the Opening Minds through Art (OMA) program at Miami back in 2007. Through OMA, Miami students work with those who suffer from dementia in and around Oxford, allowing these patients to become artists.

Humans of Oxford: Michael Braegor Strickley--Trouble in Thailand

Michael Braegor Strickley and his friends worked two jobs for over a year, saving up to afford the pre-college trip of their dreams.

Miami students in Luxembourg celebrate Easter

Well, it's not the same as painting eggs with my family, but it's pretty close. It's a close second.

Stage Left to perform 'Sweeney Todd' on Thursday

From Broadway to high school theatre productions to a feature film starring Johnny Depp, the musical "Sweeney Todd" has taken on many different forms. At Miami, the student theatre group Stage Left will perform the musical on Thursday night.

Capstone highlights work of local feminist leaders

Anyone interested in the feminist movement doesn't have to go very far to find real pieces of its history. They just need to look in the Miami University Library's new digital archives.

'Hillbilly Elegy' selected as summer reading book

Following a months-long process, Miami University's summer reading committee selected J.D. Vance's memoir, "Hillbilly Elegy" as the summer reading book for incoming freshmen.

'13 Reasons Why' handles suicide irresponsibly

The trailer for "13 Reasons Why" seemed preposterous, and I'm a staunch proponent of young adult-targeted TV campiness; "Bunheads" and "Make It or Break it" rank among my favorite shows, and full disclosure, I still record "Teen Mom 2" to binge over breaks.

New playlist: What's Good?

Looking for some new music?

MUFD stuns with another successful show

'13 Reasons Why' draws out the book's drama

"Hey, it's Hannah. Hannah Baker"

'Disenchanted!' pokes fun at Disney princess stories

When a show starts with three princesses gyrating and swearing at their princes, it becomes immediately clear that Disney had no hand in this version of the company's beloved "Princess Line" franchise.

Next Great Baker: Allyson Moore

Allyson Moore didn't think she would ever open a bakery.

In full bloom: The start of spring

There's something about small talk that gets easier in the spring.

Fifi's Kitchen

It is 9:10pm on a Sunday night. The weekend is winding down and most students at Miami University are scrambling to complete the homework they have not thought about since the start of the weekend.

Humans of Oxford: Brad Hoblitzell: Coaching on and off the field

Hobbs started off the meeting by walking around the room with another member on staff. Forty college students surrounded them.

Chance the Philanthropist

When Chance the Rapper dropped "Coloring Book" almost a year ago, I was nearing the end of high school, and my best friends and I were driving early one morning before school to watch the sunrise on Lake Michigan. I immediately fell in love with the catchy hooks, goofy laughs and nonsensical yelps that filter through his lyrics.

L.A. theatre troupe brings 'Nuremberg' drama to Miami

On Thursday, L.A. Theatre Works will perform "Judgment at Nuremberg" at Hall Auditorium. The play, in commemoration of the 75th anniversary of World War II, questions the circumstances of war and the interests of the country during a time of conflict.