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Playlist of the week: Ward away the Ides of March

Playlist of the week: Ward away the Ides of March

Amena Matcheswala, Reporter March 20, 2023

The Ides of March, a common theme in literature, particularly Shakespeare, refers to the looming threat of the mid-March death Julius Caeser was allegedly warned of in Shakespeare’s historical play “Julius...

App at a glance: March 9-16

App at a glance: March 9-16

Madelyn Crawford March 8, 2023

Warm weather can only mean one thing — spring break is around the corner. Whether you’re looking for some last-minute fun before vacation or you’re stuck in Boone for the break, there is something...

Students convene in Plemmons Student Union Rich Mountain room, a space where students are free to practice meditation and/or prayer, Feb. 16, 2023.

Muslims at App State navigate Ramadan

Amena Matcheswala, Reporter March 8, 2023

Traditional foods and holiday spirit come together during the month of Ramadan, during which Muslims across the world fast from sunrise to sunset to commemorate the revelation of the Quran. Boone’s corner...

 Left to right: Tan Lin, Elias Devendorf, Savitha Tranquebar, Kevin Ha and Julia Murray. The executive board for the Asian Student Association club ensures the club is a safe space for the Asian American and Pacific Islander community and meets weekly to connect and support each other, Feb. 15, 2023.

Intercultural clubs seek to internationalize App State

Erin Isley, Reporter March 8, 2023

Along one hallway of Plemmons Student Union, an array of dazzling colored flags hang from the ceiling, painting the top of one’s peripheral vision. Each radiant rectangle that flaps in the breeze of...

Playlist of the week: Spring break through the decades

Playlist of the week: Spring break through the decades

Briley Turpin, A&C Editor March 6, 2023

With spring break right around the corner, pushing through school work can become harder with each passing day. Plenty of students could be distracted by the promise of warm weather and a sandy beach waiting...

 Junior John Lynch, smiles in front of a piano after playing a few songs in a rehearsal room of the fourth floor of Broyhill Music Center. Feb 16. 2023

Discovering App State’s solo major

Abby Buckner, Managing Editor March 6, 2023

The stereotypical college experience entails lecture halls and large classes with students often blending into one another and battling to find their individuality. For one student, his college experience...

QuantuMESS: Reviewing ‘Ant-Man 3’

QuantuMESS: Reviewing ‘Ant-Man 3’

Pruett Norris, Multimedia Editor March 2, 2023

“Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” dropped last weekend, kicking off Phase Five for Marvel Studios. “Quantumania” is the second sequel in the Ant-Man franchise, starring Paul Rudd as Scott Lang,...

Student organizations hold vigil for victims of police brutality

Student organizations hold vigil for victims of police brutality

Camila Ayala-Tortolero March 1, 2023

Candles, flowers, and photos of victims of police brutality dotted the colorful steps of the Turchin Center For the Visual Arts as students and faculty gathered to honor the Black lives lost, and close...

App at a glance: March 2 - 8

App at a glance: March 2 – 8

Asher Davidson, Reporter March 1, 2023

Around Boone there is always something happening. Below are the Arts and Culture desks picks for events to check out this upcoming week.   Thursday, March 2   NPHC Into the Woods...

Mavis Staples brings ‘positive vibrations’ to the High Country

Mavis Staples brings ‘positive vibrations’ to the High Country

Carli Johnson February 28, 2023

The Schaefer Center was filled with cheer and excitement when the iconic soul singer Mavis Staples came to visit the High Country Saturday night. Her presence lit up the room for a night of dancing, singing...

Boy Band Night brings pop favorites to Legends

Boy Band Night brings pop favorites to Legends

Amena Matcheswala, Reporter February 27, 2023

Anticipation over well-loved boy band throwbacks started well before doors opened at Legend’s Boy Band Night hosted Saturday at 7 p.m.  An early crowd gathered at the entrance of the event hosted...

Playlist of the week: Sunny days on Sanford Mall

Playlist of the week: Sunny days on Sanford Mall

Ella McIntosh, Reporter February 27, 2023

It’s been a tiresome winter. Though it may be far from over, Boone is finally getting to enjoy some sunny days again. Each time the sun peeks through the clouds, flocks of students race to Sanford Mall...

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