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The University of Vermont's Independent Voice Since 1883

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Marjorie McWilliams

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Senior Cole Thorton shows one of his drawings via Zoom call, Oct. 9. Thorton is enrolled in a fully online advanced drawing course along with a hand building hybrid course.

Studio art classes face remote challenges

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
October 23, 2020
John Forbes, professor and resident lighting designer, monitors computer readouts during a rehearsal of the theater department’s “Shakespeare in Love,” Feb. 18. Forbes has a Master of Fine Arts in theatre lighting design from University of Massachusetts, Amherst.

Stage managers make magic backstage

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
February 27, 2020
A plate of cookies sits on the table at the Delta Desserts fundraising event hosted by sorority Tri Delta, Feb. 8. Tri Delta has been partnered with St. Jude Children’s Hospital since 1999.

Tri Delta throws annual Delta Desserts

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
February 13, 2020
Student Youtubers post lives online

Student Youtubers post lives online

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
January 23, 2020
Postdoctoral associate Arash Ghalehgolabbehbahani identifies different parts of the saffron plant, Oct. 31. Judith Allard ‘67 G ‘69, who is holding the saffron, is one enrollee of UVM’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute program.

OLLI lets older dogs learn new tricks

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
November 8, 2019
Queen City Ghostwalk leader Thea Lewis speaks during a tour, Oct. 4. Lewis has been operating the tour, which brings guests around downtown Burlington and features several landmarks, since 2002.

Burlington ghostwalk: two culture writers’ critiques

Marjorie McWilliams and Cyrus Oswald
October 11, 2019
(Left to right): Seniors Rafael Peralta and Kevin Borges talk about their podcast, No Cap, in the Davis Center atrium, Sept. 19. Although advertised as mostly jokes, No Cap tries to find a balance between humor and serious topics.

Student podcasters bring NYC to BTV

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
September 28, 2019
Sex education expert Jenna Emerson poses in her office in Living Well with models of vaginas and sperm, Aug. 28. One reason Emerson’s office hours are popular is her work in comedy. Her live comedy show “Sex with Jenna” links her two professions.

Sex education expert offers non-judgemental advice

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff writer
September 4, 2019
Sophomore Kelsey Deemer walks with both her campers and a fellow counselor at a summer camp in Brookston, Indiana in July. Deemer spent nine weeks sleeping in a cabin with 13-14 year old girls and doing activities such as spa nights, ropes courses and boat races this summer.

Summer internships yield valuable work experience

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
September 1, 2019
Professor Harlan Morehouse sits in his Old Mill office April 8. Morehouse uses the example of melting glaciers as an example of where art, social justice and environmental science meet.

Geography professor adds art to classes

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
May 31, 2019
Poet Matt Miller reads his poetry to an audience April 22 in the Fleming Museum. Miller’s poetry comes mostly from a parent’s perspective. He spoke about the horror of losing a child, the need to protect your kids and the happiness of parenting.

Poet reads and reminisces at Fleming event

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
May 3, 2019
Professor of music Alexander Stewart raises his hands to conduct the band into a loud fanfare of sound at a rehearsal for ZappaFest April 11. The band, who has been rehearsing throughout the semester, will be performing Frank Zappa compositions adapted for a jazz ensemble 7:30 p.m. April 20 in the Grand Maple Ballroom.

Student musicians to honor Frank Zappa

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
April 18, 2019
Senior Meghan Driscoll smiles while skiing down the mountain March 20.

Skiers shred for female health care and empowerment

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
April 3, 2019
The pho at Pho Dang on Main Street in Winooski is served with crispy bean sprouts on the side which can be added as well as Sriracha or hoisin sauce. Traditional pho, rice plates and noodles are moderately priced ranging $6 to $9.

[Photo] Local Flavor: three nearby restaurant recommendations

Culture Staff
March 27, 2019
Since fall 2017, the College of Arts and Sciences has allowed students to take courses at either Saint Michael’s College or Champlain College if the course is not offered at UVM.

CAS program allows students to take classes elsewhere

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
March 11, 2019
“I love to stop at the Interfaith Center and walk the labyrinth as a meditation if I have time on my walk to class,” first-year Sienna DeVoe-Talluto said.

Students talk meditation on campus

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
February 22, 2019
Members of UVM’s only improv troupe, Name Pending, prepare to begin their Winter Week of Welcome show Jan. 22. Junior Matthew Noenickx was the host for the night in a show that featured a group of improvisors playing out a series of skits and games.

Improv performance shows off humor and creativity

Marjorie McWilliams, Staff Writer
February 2, 2019
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