Poets meet at the crossroads with new magazine
Anna Kolonsky, Staff Writer
October 4, 2018
On a sunny day in Henderson’s, two jean jacket-clad students sat in cushy chairs as they talked excitedly. Graduate student Alexander Ellis and junior Mak Baker are editors for Crossroads magazine, an independent, student-run poetry magazine. The project began in late 2017 when Ellis and hi...
Harvest festival rings in fall
Amanda Anderson, Staff Writer
September 29, 2018
On an 81-degree, sunny day, the breeze carried the sweet smell of corn roasting over an open fire at Shelburne Farms. Hundreds of people visited the farm to participate in the Harvest Festival Sept. 15. The Harvest Festival is one of Shelburne Farms’ many programs that build community connectio...
Near and far: trails to try this far
Gordon Coates, Culture Columnist
September 28, 2018
Views for miles in all directions, a new perspective, a greater appreciation for life and a good workout all come from summiting one of the many mountains within an hour’s drive from UVM. Whether it’s a leisurely walk for a picnic, a great view of the lake or a physical challenge, Vermo...
Club seeks representation with flag raising
Mateo Cardenas-Clarimon, Staff Writer
September 27, 2018
A breeze blew across the oval as a crowd slowly gathered outside of the Davis Center. Students and Alianza Latinx members stood in the shade as they waited for the event to begin. Alianza Latinx, a Latin and Hispanic identity group, raised a flag displaying a collage of flags from different Lat...
“TrinCity:” a new home for arts and creativity on campus
Sarah Robinson, Staff Writer
September 21, 2018
Tucked away on Colchester Avenue, past the UVM Medical Center and adjacent to the town of Winooski, lies Trinity campus, now a conflicting home for artists and creators. Also known as North campus, the buildings were used for traditional housing until fall 2018, when UVM’s official Arts and Creat...
Easy and healthy meals to make off-campus
Isabella Alessandrini, Culture Columnist
September 20, 2018
If you are living off-campus with no meal plan, don’t worry! Here are a few satisfying and speedy recipes based around healthy complex carbohydrates and veggies that will come together in 40 minutes or less. For plant-based protein sources that are sustainable for the planet and slim budgets, ...
Finding strength and community at Pride
Allie O'Connor, Assistant Culture Editor
September 19, 2018
There’s something undefinable about the moment you look around and realize you aren’t alone. Marching down Church street in the Burlington Pride Parade, surrounded by fellow students adorned with rainbows and smiles, I experienced that moment. It was my first pride parade, and I don’t think I’ve ...
TREK expands programming to include mountain biking and LGBTQ groups
Addie Beach, Senior Staff Writer
September 14, 2018
Miles of lush green forests and stark mountains make up the Vermont wilderness, perfect for hiking, skiing and college. TREK is a program for UVM first-year and transfer students that takes place the week before classes and lets its participants take advantage of the state’s outdoors. Divided ...
Student Life has new leadership
Jean MacBride, Staff Writer
September 13, 2018
The office was bathed in sunlight. A house plant and tea pot sat on the window sill. This summer, Daphne Wells ‘06 took the office of Pat Brown as the new director of Student Life. She has over 13 years of experience in Student Life and graduated from UVM’s Higher Education Student Affairs Master’s degree program, accord...
New director of student life selected
Sawyer Loftus, Senior Staff Writer
July 10, 2018
A new director of student life has been selected following the departure of former director Pat Brown. Daphne R. Wells will be replacing Brown, who retired this June after 39 years of service to UVM. Wells was selected after a nationwide search according to a July 9 email from Dennis DePaul, asso...
Best of UVM
May 10, 2018
The Culture staff curated a list of places we wish we knew about during our first few weeks at UVM. Once you’re unpacked and settled in, take time to wander campus and check them all out. Best Dining Hall: Redstone - Located in Simpson Hall, Redstone Unlimited Dining offers several differ...
Best of Burlington
May 9, 2018
Moving to a new city can be overwhelming, and with Burlington there are so many unique places to explore. To get you started, the Culture staff rounded up ten of our favorite spots. Best Music Venue: Radio Bean - This self-described “bohemian utopia” features live music from bot...
