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Halloween

Don’t Fear the Clowns

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Graphic by Nate BartonA few weeks into the semester I overheard a conversation among my dormmates about the recent wave of "creepy clown" sightings which began this past summer. The details were somewhat exaggerated: The phrase "Clowns are murdering people left and right" was met with nods and shudders. While the facts may have been shuffled around, the general tone of the … [Read more...] about Don’t Fear the Clowns

Pumpkin Fest Fulfills Halloween Hype

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Photo by Gabriella ChanEl Niño stepped out of the shadows and into the spotlight this week, pouring down rain and thunder on those who doubted his existence. With the return of Daylight Saving and the arrival of wind storms strong enough to keep FEMA on speed dial, this elusive “fall” appears to be becoming a reality. Perhaps Halloween sparked the changes. … [Read more...] about Pumpkin Fest Fulfills Halloween Hype

Freak Out with These Frightening Films

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Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Many people believe that horror movies are, as a whole, not as good as films from other genres. And this is quite often true; horror movies are one of the cheapest genres to produce, which means that even a terribly low-budget slasher that goes straight to Netflix can still recoup its budget. Studios often don't have the incentive to pour lots … [Read more...] about Freak Out with These Frightening Films

Spook-tacular Playlist for your Halloween Party

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Photo by Gabriella Chan   As you finish picking out the perfect jack-o’-lanterns for your Halloween get-together, you might want to start looking for a playlist to set the mood. These 10 songs are perfect for dancing with friends or even trick-or-treating. 1. “Thriller” — Michael Jackson While certainly overplayed, there is an undeniable, dare I say “thrill,” … [Read more...] about Spook-tacular Playlist for your Halloween Party