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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

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...

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...

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...

SASS club members (left to right)  senior Samantha Patriarca and sophomore Ella Attebury attend a ballroom social April 22. The  social was Disney themed and took place at the Patrick gym.  JEN RAMIREZ/The Vermont Cynic

Students dance, create Disney magic

Addie Beach April 28, 2016

UVM’s ballroom dance team wants everyone to start dancing, whether they think they can or not. The group joins the salsa and swing teams as a major branch of the University’s Salsa and Swing Society....

Student band Bison performs during the March 16 battle of the bands. The group was chosen to open for The Head and the Heart at SpringFest. JEN RAMIREZ/The Vermont Cynic

Bison prepares SpringFest setlist

April 7, 2016

It’s not often one comes across a group of musicians whose music is as tasty as their band name, but Bison is one of those rare bands.The self-described nomadic disco punk rockers will be opening this...

Top Cats ground music in friendship

Top Cats ground music in friendship

March 30, 2016

One student club has been offering up energetic vocals for more than three decades. The Top Cats are self-described as UVM’s first, finest and only all-male a capella group.“We make little differences...

Burlington-based psychedelic progressive trip-hop band Binger practices Feb. 18.  JEN RAMIREZ/The Vermont Cynic

Trio takes on new horizon

February 23, 2016

An experimental trio whose sound lacks conformity, Binger formed effortlessly over a discussion about Pink Floyd and Radiohead during a chemistry lab back in 2013.The group is a trio of alumni from the...

 Guthrie Galileo, a California-based alternative R&B producer plays Nectar’s Feb. 10. The artist is currently touring for his new album, “The Ifandbut.”

Musician inspired by activism

Bettina Cataldi February 16, 2016

Inspiration comes from the most peculiar of places, and one UVM senior has discovered it in the heart of the world’s cultural and social issues. Guthrie Galileo, a senior Latin American studies major,...

Mixed media embody artists long-time passion

Natasha Geffen February 12, 2016

Most kindergarteners have no idea what they want to do for the rest of their lives. Catherine Hall, whose exhibit “Embody Ethereal” is currently on display at the South End Arts and Business Association...

Spotlight on The Monkey House 

Spotlight on The Monkey House 

November 19, 2015

A small venue in downtown Winooski has been attracting UVM students who are looking for an alternative atmosphere to downtown Burlington. The Monkey House hosts four to five events a week ranging...

Spotlight on theBaha Men

Spotlight on the

Baha Men

November 19, 2015

Every artist has a tough time following up their best work, when I asked Dyson Knight of the Baha Men how you follow up a huge hit like “Who Let the Dogs Out,” he simply responded, “You don’t.”Fifteen...

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