May 24, 2012

Reamer movie preview: ‘Wanderlust’

When married couple George (Paul Rudd) and Linda (Jennifer Aniston) simultaneously lose their jobs after the economy crashes down on their dreams, they are forced to move to Georgia to live with George’s arrogant brother, Rick (Ken Marino), and his …→

The Becker Career Center

It isn’t unusual that we, as students, only want what is best for our future, good grades possibly being that point of focus. But what students aren’t aware of is that experience—working in the “real world”—is what truly provides for …→

Another computer-generated image of the Henle Dance Pavilion's interior.

EVACUATE THE DANCE FLOOR: IT’S MOVING

  On the day following Commencement, construction will begin on the college’s newest building, the Henle Dance Pavilion. This $3 million, over 3,200 square-foot building will be an addition to the Yulman Theater. The pavilion, which will feature large windows …→

Cinematic terror becomes reality: Changes in post 9/11 horror film

“It was just like a movie.” This was a common reaction to seeing the horrific destruction of the World Trade Center and Pentagon on Sept. 11, 2001, according to Associate Professor of English Aviva Briefel of Bowdoin College in Maine. …→

Union alumnus featured in the term’s final Pizza and Politics

Union alumnus featured in the term’s final Pizza and Politics

[media-credit name="Courtesy of Jen Taubes" align="alignright" width="450"][/media-credit]On Friday, former ambassador of the United States and member of Union alumnus class of 1962 Vern Penner addressed students and faculty in Lippman Hall at the final Pizza and Politics program of the …→

A special tribute band played “Taps” for its 150th anniversary.

ReUnion 2012: ‘Taps’ turns 150, new spaces dedicated

  Last Thursday through Sunday, Union invited alumni back to campus for a series of events, ceremonies and other programs for the annual ReUnion weekend. A special event from this year’s schedule was the 150th anniversary of “Taps,” composed by …→

Greek Awards recognize campus leaders

Greek Awards recognize campus leaders

Last Friday night, the fifth annual Greek Awards ceremony was held in Memorial Chapel as part of the ReUnion weekend activities. Former Director of Greek Life Timothy Dunn created the awards five years ago and since then they have become …→

Opportunities for Summer research at Union

The Summer Research Fellowship is a unique academic opportunity that Union provides to its students. It gives students a chance to work one-on-one with a faculty advisor during a four or eight week period. As a highly selective process, students …→

Facebook hits the stock market

Facebook hits the stock market

Heard of Facebook? You know, that social networking giant that has completely dominated its field, currently boasting a membership of 901 million users? Well, on May 17, Facebook, Inc. held an initial public offering in the New York Stock Exchange. …→

Attendees enjoyed soup and live entertainment while supporting a great cause.

Empty Bowls

  Since mid-February, Union students and faculty, under the supervision of Professor of Ceramics Nancy Niefield, have been creating beautiful ceramic bowls to be used at the Empty Bowls Project of Schenectady that occurred at Proctors Theatre this past Sunday …→