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Culture Pick | “Practical Magic” is a popcorn movie

Culture Pick | “Practical Magic” is a popcorn movie

Joseph Arnold, Contributing Writer July 14, 2021
Griffin Dunne’s 1998 film “Practical Magic” is a “popcorn movie.” It’s not exactly life-changing or even intellectually stimulating, but it’s fun to watch, especially if you’re a fan of magic or strong sisterly bonds. The film is a guilty pleasure of mine, and considering its cult status, it’s a favorite among others as well.
What shot did you ever take. Brian Oliu vs Jason Mccall. Poems.

A UA professor’s lyrical ode to professional wrestling

Annabelle Blomeley, Assistant Culture Editor July 7, 2021
Oliu, a UA professor and the assistant director of first-year writing in the English Department, has been writing since he was a kid in New Jersey. As a child, Oliu said he knew he wasn’t good at art or music, but he loved storytelling. He turned to writing at an early age, and everything fell into place.
Victoria’s Secret is hanging up its infamous wings

Victoria’s Secret is hanging up its infamous wings

Maddy Reda | @maddyreda1, Contributing Writer July 7, 2021
For over 25 years, Victoria’s Secret has embraced female sexuality with its trendy push-up bras and scandalous teddies. The lingerie tycoon jump-started the careers of some of the most iconic supermodels of all time, including Naomi Campbell, Heidi Klum, Tyra Banks and Gigi Hadid.
We Rate Ratings with special guest professor Tom Arenberg.

We Rate Ratings | Tom Arenberg from C&IS

Monica Nakashima and Josh LeBerte July 4, 2021
Episode four of “We Rate Ratings” begins with Monica revealing her anxiety of her incoming Summer II classes, and Josh asking for her “Ned’s Declassified [Summer] School Survival Guide." Professor Tom Arenberg joins the podcast as its second C&IS guest.
The complications of coming out

The complications of coming out

Kaila Pouncy, Contributing Writer July 2, 2021

As our timelines turned rainbow last month in celebration of Pride Month, LGBTQ+ people celebrated and highlighted queer voices that have strived to create change.  While Pride Month can be a time...

Illustration of a family watching television.

Disney Channel raised a generation

Lizzie Bowen, Staff Reporter June 30, 2021
Millennials and Gen Z developed a close bond with Disney’s programming. Their lives were saturated in pop culture, so much so that many feel their catchphrases, personalities and senses of humor were influenced by Disney’s character. 
Digital illustration of the transgender pride flag superimposed over the state of Alabama

How Alabama legislation impacts trans youth

Monica Nakashima, Staff Reporter June 30, 2021
Although Pride Month has highlighted the steps taken to celebrate and accept members of the LGBTQ+ community, some Alabama legislation has pushed against the progress made in the last few decades. 
We Rate Ratings with special guest professor Kevin Woosley.

We Rate Ratings | Kevin Woosley from Music

Monica Nakashima and Josh LeBerte June 25, 2021
This third installment of “We Rate Ratings” centers around all things music from Josh's mini-rant about how people have been responding to Lorde’s new single “Solar Power," to this weeks guest Kevin Woosley, a UA instructor in the music department.
BUGS. tiny insects, Big Impressions. Exhibit dates: April 6 - July 31. Mildred Westervelt Warner Transportation Museum. Bama Bug Fest.

Preview | Tiny humans, big bugs stun at “The BUGS Exhibit”

Jolencia Jones, Contributing Writer June 23, 2021
The goal of the exhibit is to showcase bugs that can be found around Tuscaloosa and Northport through a microscopic perspective. 
Preview | Mario Andres Robinson’s examination of the human condition

Preview | Mario Andres Robinson’s examination of the human condition

Joseph Arnold, Contributing Writer June 23, 2021
The exhibition marks the first time Mario Andres Robinson — an American painter, pastelist and draftsman — has displayed his work for the Alabama public. 
UA observes Juneteenth in month-long celebration

UA observes Juneteenth in month-long celebration

Maria Grenyo, Contributing Writer June 18, 2021
The series featured three academics who discussed Black Americans’ progress since June 19, 1865. The organization also promoted a petition to make Juneteenth a federal holiday.
We Rate Ratings with special guest Garrett Bridger Gilmore.

We Rate Ratings | Garrett Bridger Gilmore from English

Monica Nakashima and Josh LeBerte June 18, 2021
In the second episode of “We Rate Ratings" hosts, Monica and Josh discuss their recent vacations before welcoming guest Garrett Bridger Gilmore, a UA instructor in both English and Race and Gender studies.