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‘Hunters’ entertains with humor while keeping solemnity at the front
Just before stay-at-home orders and social distancing kicked off in full force, Amazon Prime released its original show “Hunters,” which gives us complicated moral conundrums, great action, sad historical reminders and, of course, hunting down Nazis. With its 10 episodes, each an hour long, it is an easy show to binge watch while staying home. Be warned, there are spoilers ahead. Debuting Feb. 11, the show made a big splash, immediately throwing the audience into Nazi-killing territory.
Join the Squad: Just Cuz Crew holds auditions for new talent
Students are preparing to get back into the swing of things with a new semester, and some students will be looking for new clubs or extracurricular activities to try. Just Cuz Crew, one of NC State’s campus dance teams, is looking for anyone who is interested in joining the campus community. The group will be holding tryouts for students to join their team Jan. 11-12.
MargRock highlights underrepresented local artists
With a blend of local music and discussions of feminism, MargRock, a rebooted podcast by WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD2, might be the podcast for you. Liz Baron, a third-year studying political science, has revamped and renamed the show once called FemRock into MargRock.
Meet The Hourglass Kids, the Raleigh-based reggae blues outfit
Three NC State students and five students from UNC-Chapel Hill have come together to make Raleigh-based reggae blues band The Hourglass Kids. Four of its members met with Technician to discuss their music.
Poole celebrates Diwali with food, lights and henna
The Poole College of Management helped students celebrate Diwali on Oct. 29 in the Nelson Hall East Plaza. Many students showed up for the celebration to take photos in the photo booth, try Indian foods from local restaurants or get henna. Nilan Menon, a fourth-year studying political science, spoke about the importance of Diwali across different cultures.
A taste of the North Carolina State Fair
While some people go to the North Carolina State Fair for rides like the Ferris wheel, for some, the main attraction is the food. The State Fair is a meeting place of many different types of food and cultures to represent the populations of North Carolina. Going to the State Fair, I could not possibly try all the foods that were available, but I compiled a list of some of the unique fair foods that I felt embodied the State Fair.
Hillel to celebrate the home, body with Sukkot
On Friday, Oct. 18, Hillel, the Jewish student organization on campus, will be celebrating Sukkot. According to Kobe Friedman, the administration chair for Hillel and a second-year transfer studying history and teacher education, Sukkot is a weeklong Jewish holiday that celebrates the harvest and is seen as a time to appreciate the home and the body. According to Friedman, Sukkot is traditionally celebrated by building a sukkah and gathering in the sukkah throughout the week.
Panel discusses the importance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, shares personal experiences
For many years, Oct. 12 has been known to many as Columbus Day in celebration of Christopher Columbus’ arrival to the Americas. However, today, many people are fighting back against celebrating Columbus Day and are instead celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day. On the afternoon of Oct. 14, the Native Space Living and Learning Village and Multicultural Student Affairs held a panel of speakers who talked about their experiences as Native Americans as well as the importance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.
Women’s Center book club empowers women, promotes community
The Women’s Center, in addition to being a resource for survivors of sexual assault on campus, creates and executes a steady stream of new events to empower women at NC State and in the surrounding community. One of these, the Women’s Center Book Club, was implemented with the goal of connecting women not just on campus, but across the nation and around the world through shared experience.
Moonlight Howl & Run unites the Pack for new school year
Late Monday night, students flocked to the Memorial Belltower dressed in everything from distressed jeans and fashionable tops to track shorts and even taco costumes in anticipation for the Moonlight Howl and Run. Runners began checking in at 11 p.m. for the run to begin one hour later. Ben Strunk, assistant director of sports programs, spoke about what the Moonlight Howl and Run is and what it entails. “The Moonlight Howl & Run is a 1.6 mile fun run that takes place at 11:59 p.m.,” Strunk said.
SolarPack: racing toward sustainability
From July 1-6, SolarPack, a group of NC State students who work together on campus to build and race a solar powered car, participated in the Formula Sun Grand Prix in Austin, Texas. This was a competition to see who could build the best vehicle that was fueled by solar power. While the goal of the competition is to have the car that is able to complete the most laps, the entirety of the event is much more complicated.
On the Radar: Upcoming Events
This week: Neighborhood Conversations Thursday, August 8 5-7 p.m. Free, registration required The North Carolina Opera will be hosting an event where opera lovers and members alike can chat informally about opera. This event is an opportunity to meet others with similar interests and learn what the opera has planned for the 2019-20 season. Baristas and Bakers Downtown Park Saturday, August 10, 8-11 a.m. Free Tenco Coffee and The Mayton Inn will be setting up shops in Downtown Park.
On the Radar: Upcoming Events
This week: Original Sewing & Quilt Expo Raleigh Convention Center Thursday - Saturday, August 1-3, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. $13-$280 The Original Sewing & Quilt Expo is coming to the Raleigh Convention Center from Aug. 1-3. They will have different events that range from display galleries to runway fashion shows and cosplay, all spread over the three days.
GalaxyCon hosts many forms of pop culture
With a rushing crowd of people and music playing over the speakers, GalaxyCon was an unmistakable sight for any who walked by the Raleigh Convention Center from July 25-28. What was once called the Raleigh SuperCon has expanded even further to include a wider variety of pop culture influences, covering everything from sci-fi to anime and video games.
On the Radar: Upcoming Events
This week: Lunch and Lecture: Meet Amanda M. Maples, Curator of African Art North Carolina Museum of Art Friday, July 26, 11 a.m. $27-$30 Amanda Maples will be at the North Carolina Museum of Art to speak toward the future of the museum’s African collection. What new pieces will be brought in, as well as the growing importance of the southeastern United States, as the focal point for African Art. There will be a buffet-style lunch being served.
On the Radar: Upcoming Events
This Week : Glenn Miller Orchestra Duke Energy Center Monday, July 15, 7 p.m., doors open at 6 p.m. $51-$69 The Glenn Miller Orchestra will be performing at the Meymandi Concert Hall Monday. This is a great event for lovers of both swing and Jazz music. Trip McCool Doherty’s Irish Pub and Restaurant Tuesday, July 16, 6-7 p.m. Free Live Irish music will be played by Trip McCool Tuesday at Doherty’s Irish Pub and Restaurant in Apex.
On the Radar: Upcoming Events
This Week: Tai Chi in the Garden at the Gregg Gregg Museum of Art & Design Thursday, July 11, 6 p.m. Free The Gregg is hosting Instructor Imari Colón from East Cloud Kung Fu for an evening of relaxing Tai Chi. La Cueva Underground Latin Dance Night Imurj Thursday, July 11, 8:30-11:45 p.m. $8 (Cash Only) 18+ Pedro Paz and Juan Matta will be leading a night of Latin Dancing in Imurj Thursday night.
On the Radar: Upcoming Events
For this week: Cosplay America 2019 Embassy Suites by Hilton Raleigh Durham Research Triangle Friday to Sunday, July 5-7, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Friday $60 adult, $30 child; Saturday $50 adult, 30 child; Sunday $25 adult, $25 child For those who love cosplay, attendees can learn more about the art, meet cosplayers or display their own, and even compete in cosplay events. This convention will have different workshops and experts from around the world speaking on all things cosplay.
On the Radar: Upcoming Events
This week: Outdoor Movie: Captain Marvel Garner Performing Arts Center Thursday, June 27, 8-11 p.m. Free Come join the Garner Performing Arts Center for an outdoor showing of Captain Marvel on Thursday Night. The food truck Baozi and the Brüeprint Brewing Company will be selling food and craft beer. While pets are not allowed, the event is meant to be family friendly.
On the Radar: Upcoming Events
For this week: Outdoor Movie: Jurassic Park Garner Performing Arts Center Thursday, June 20, 8-11 p.m. Free Come and join the Garner Performing Arts center for a movie under the stars. The food truck FatBoy’s Kitchen will be selling food and Brice’s Brewing Company will be selling craft beer while people gather on the back lawn to watch Jurassic Park.
A local celebration of global food
While walking around downtown Raleigh on June 8, passersby could hear a range of music intermingled with the smells of a wide array of foods from around the world. The Raleigh International Food Festival is a gathering of food trucks that serve different global cuisines that range from Hungarian pastries to Jamaican food. Bethanie Mickles, 43, performed a Polynesian dance at the festival and she spoke about what the festival means to her.
On the Radar: Upcoming events for this week
Raleigh’s International Food Festival City Plaza Saturday June 8, 12-10 p.m. Free This event will be a celebration of Raleigh’s diversity through food, dancing, drinks and more. It is open to all ages and is meant to be enjoyed by families and friends.
Communities come together at Animazement
Animazement is an annual anime convention that was held in the Raleigh Convention Center from May 23-26. The convention features an assortment of people cosplaying a range of characters from popular japanese anime or even beloved podcast shows. Ayu Crews, 32, who cosplayed as Saber from the anime “Fate/Stay Night,” spoke on what the convention was about to her.
On the Radar: Upcoming events for this week
6th Annual Rooftop Day Party: Island Jam Edition Solas Saturday, June 1, 12-5 p.m. $20 general admission, $30 VIP 21+ A local fraternity and sorority will be hosting a Caribbean-themed day party at Solas, where there will be different genres of music playing on the three different levels of the club, including reggae, hip-hop and R&B. SEEK Raleigh Dorothea Dix Park Friday, May 31 to Saturday, June 1 Free Visit Dorothea Dix Park as different artists present their works.
On the Radar: Upcoming Events for this week
Oak City Comedy Festival Multiple venues Wednesday to Sunday, May 22-26 $10 per show The Oak City Comedy Festival is hosting over 120 stand-up comedians, improv groups and comedy sketch groups from all across the country for five days. Theatres and bars all over Raleigh will host individual acts as part of this overarching event. Attendees can buy $30 day passes to see all except the headlining shows, or buy passes for each show individually.
On the radar: upcoming events for this week
2019 Alumni Career Fair Reynolds Coliseum Wednesday, May 15, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free The Alumni Career Fair comes to NC State’s campus for those looking for a job or seeking opportunities to build a network in the alumni community. It is open to any alumni, whether they be recent graduates or working professionals. Comedy Overload The Pour House Thursday, May 16, 8-9 p.m. Doors open at 7:30. $5 A set of six North Carolinian comedians will be doing a show at The Pour House.
Engineering Summer Camp sparks curiosity, connects students to campus
During the summer, students from kindergarten to 12th grade come to NC State’s campus to participate in different engineering camps, including both residential and day camps. The goal of these camps is to educate young kids and teenagers about what the field of engineering encompasses.
Adidas releases exclusive shoe at NC State
Students lined up from the Free Expression tunnel down to Bowen Residence Hall Wednesday evening for the chance to get the newest Adidas shoe, the Nite Joggers, for free. A flock of Adidas campus agents and other employees greeted the waiting students with energetic music and the chance to add their own inspiration to the mural that was painted. Olivia McKinney, a fourth-year studying communication media, is an Adidas campus agent who helped arrange the event.
Meet Ruhama Wolle, 2019 commencement speaker
The commencement speech is the way that the graduating class gives its last goodbyes, gratitude and general appreciation for North Carolina State University. The speaker for the spring 2019 graduating class is Ruhama Wolle, a fourth-year studying communication and management. The commencement speaker is chosen through a process of application and interviews from a council of faculty.
VOLAR blends community service, Spanish culture
There are many opportunities for students to reach out to their communities on NC State’s campus. Voluntarios Ahora en Raleigh, or VOLAR, is one such opportunity for those who wish to help Raleigh’s Spanish-speaking community. The program is run through the Department of Foreign Languages and Literature. Deborah Kane, a senior lecturer in Spanish language and literature, is the director of VOLAR.
The Biology of Love and Sex: A course that piques curiosity
At NC State, there are a number of unique classes that a student can take throughout their years of enrollment at state. One of these classes that stands out from the standard GEP requirements is The Biology of Love and Sex. Lisa McGraw, an assistant professor of biological studies, has taught this course since 2012. McGraw understands the curiosity that the name of the course instills in students and uses the name to bring them in to teach them more.
Double Barrel Benefit concert to hit the stage this weekend
Fans of Raleigh’s music scene will have a chance this weekend to attend a two-night fundraiser featuring a variety of bands and music genres hosted by NC State’s very own radio station. Friday, Feb. 1 and Saturday, Feb. 2, NC State’s WKNC will be holding the 16th annual Double Barrel Benefit concert at the Raleigh venue Kings. Jack Greene, WKNC’s program director and a fourth-year student studying business administration, has helped plan out what will go into the Double Barrel Benefit concert.
Spanish Club at NC State teaches about language, culture
North Carolina State University is home to many different organizations and clubs open to their students, including the Spanish Club. The club has been around for over 15 years, and has attempted to help and connect any students who have an interest in speaking Spanish or the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world throughout the time it has been present at NC State.
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