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The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

The Vermont Cynic

Harry Potter fans find the magic once again

Harry Potter fans find the magic once again

Bridget Higdon September 21, 2016

Merlin’s beard! For Harry Potter fans everywhere, July brought something unbelievable: an eighth installment in the beloved series. ‘‘Harry Potter and the Cursed Child’’ is not a novel, but...

World-renowned art showcased at Fleming Museum

World-renowned art showcased at Fleming Museum

September 21, 2016

This semester, students will have the opportunity to view world-class pieces by world-renowned artists right here on campus. “Sargent to Basquiat” opens Sept. 22 at the Fleming Museum. The exhibit...

California band to share sunny tunes

California band to share sunny tunes

September 20, 2016

As the days become shorter and colder, one musician is set to bring a taste of the warm west coast to the Burlington area. Mild High Club, the brainchild of musician Alexander Brettin, will play at...

Freedom of expression: artist finds liberty in local art show

Healy Fallon September 16, 2016

This year’s annual South End Art Hop festival brought fresh creativity and perspective to the street galleries and exhibitions of Burlington.   One newcomer to the Art Hop scene, artist...

Familial drama drives family to modern realities

Familial drama drives family to modern realities

Colin Kamphuis September 15, 2016

Everybody has felt fed up with society from time to time, and some may daydream about running away and starting a new life away from it all. “Captain Fantastic” is a story about raising a family...

Amped up: students jam at campus venue

September 14, 2016

Burlington has become well known for its large music community and concert venues, showcasing musicians from local favorites to international hits. While students might frequent bigger venues like Higher...

Rising artists rewarded by University

Rising artists rewarded by University

Greta Bjornson September 13, 2016

Last spring, four junior art students were selected as recipients of the Junior Studio Art Award. This fall their work is on display in a special exhibition in the Colburn Gallery. Grayson Crounse...

Comedy and controversy mingle in ‘Sausage Party’

Colin Kamphuis September 8, 2016

Childish humor, drugs and sex make “Sausage Party” a typical irreverent comedy. Seth Rogen’s depraved animation, “Sausage Party,” tells the story of anthropomorphic food in a grocery store....

UVM radio station tunes up more DJs

UVM radio station tunes up more DJs

Ben Elfland September 7, 2016

This fall, UVM’s student-run radio station WRUV will be opening its doors for its biannual DJ training program. The initial meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. Sept. 11 in Billings Lecture Hall. DJ training...

Local artist shares stories through carved scrollwork

Local artist shares stories through carved scrollwork

September 7, 2016

 As the school year begins, students may find themselves learning or relearning to adapt to the college environment: new classes, new roommates and new challenges.A senior cinematography major at Champlain...

UVM club gets folked up every Friday

UVM club gets folked up every Friday

Greta Bjornson September 6, 2016

One club hopes to make campus a more relaxed environment through guitars, fiddles, banjos and harmonicas. Every Friday evening at 5:45 in Living/Learning 216, the sound of strumming instruments and singing...

Indie rock band discusses how to be human

September 4, 2016

An indie quartet from Oxford, England has succeeded in creating an album that transforms somber and banal life experiences into groovy, harmonious songs. Glass Animals’ second album, “How to be a...

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