Get Your Shiver on in Siberia: The Cultural Experience of a Lifetime!
When someone mentions Siberia, the first thought that comes to my mind is a frozen wasteland where Soviet dictators, like Stalin, sent exiled insurgents. What I don’t think about is the beautiful landscape, which includes the world’s largest, deepest freshwater …→
Editors’ Picks: things to do on break at home
1. Read Even though it’s probably the last thing you want to do after finals, try picking up a fun book and reading for pleasure. 2. Lie in your Backyard Hopefully these past few days of nice weather mean …→
Spring Break adventures and opportunities: Quotes about plans for the week off
“It’s a great way to start off our season and to have the opportunity to play some really tough competition.” -Sarah Logan ‘13 “It’s a great time for our team to work together and really focus on the one thing …→
Keeping in touch away from home: Apps to use while traveling!
No matter where you’re going or what you’re doing this spring break, staying informed is of vital importance. It keeps us connected and provides us with important information about what’s going on in the outside world. Using your cell phone …→
A bittersweet moment: Studying across the pond in the spring
This spring I will be traveling to London for a term abroad. Along with 14 other Union students, we will be living in apartments in Camden and studying in South Kensington. We have a choice of five classes through CAPA …→
100 Years in the Making: Perreca’s Bakery is rolling in the dough
Schenectady County recently participated in the Eighth Annual Schenectady Restaurant Week, which has a significant positive impact on Schenectady County’s economy every year. A total of 23 restaurants participated in Restaurant Week, set up by The Downtown Schenectady Improvement Corporation …→
Started by a Dutchman, these burritos are the bomb!
You can call it luck or fate, but the founding of Bombers Burrito Bar has led to something special in the Capitol District. The first restaurant, located in Albany, was opened after Matt Baumgartner ‘95 won a poker hand for …→
The Lighthouse Restaurant
The Water’s Edge Lighthouse Restaurant and Inn has one of the best locations for entertaining in Schenectady. The Water’s Edge is located right on the Mohawk River in Glenville. In addition to having a standard dining area, there is a …→
Study printmaking in ‘The Art of the Book’
“The Art of the Book,” a recently revived art history course at Union, is an undertaking to understand the rich and varied culture of books. Unlike a similar class that was previously offered at Union, it only covers the history …→
Sink your teeth into vampire history
When you hear the word “vampire,” what is it that first pops into your mind? Is it a creepy, night-lurking demon from Transylvania or a sexy, teenaged superhero from the Cullen family? Join Russian Professor Kristin Bidoshi in the exciting …→
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