culture Archives - Page 3 of 5

Fun facts about famous people

Marley Bassett

Americans have long had a fascination with trivia and fun facts, especially when it comes to famous people. Below is a compiled list of some of the most interesting fun…

‘Shang-Chi’: Not an experiment, but the future

Gabriel Corbin

Marvel looks to make cinematic history with their newest feature, “Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings,” as their first Asian-led superhero film with a predominantly Asian cast, coming…

A review of the movie ‘In the Heights’

Gabriel Corbin

As one of the many creations of Lin-Manuel Miranda, the most recent summer musical blockbuster “In the Heights” provides a tale full of fantastic music, heart and passion with every…

A review of the book ‘The Song of Achilles’

Sam Hyatt

Before continuing, be aware that this article will contain spoilers about the book “The Song of Achilles” by Madeline Miller. Additionally, this article will discuss explicit scenes that take place…

Winthrop Fine Arts Returns to Life

Emily Curry

With Winthrop University’s plethora of fine arts programs, it should come as no surprise that the music and visual arts departments hold events throughout the year to showcase student talent.…

Canon Comic Book Characters Coming Out

Gabriel Corbin

DC Comics revealed that one of its most iconic superheroes, Tim Drake, commonly known as Robin, is an LGBTQ character. Drake, a bisexual, is one of many characters who have…

Marvel’s “Black Widow” was a surprising success to many Marvel fans, despite the uneasiness many still feel about gathering in public places such as movie theaters. However, tensions between Scarlett…

Winthrop Welcome Week Celebration, Courtesy of DiGiorgio Student Union

David Botzer

As another summer fades into the rearview mirror, Winthrop University aims to begin the fall semester on a high note. As in years past, the university is beginning this fall…

The curtain draws close for now

David Botzer

Due to the threat of COVID-19 and the impact the virus has on New York City, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo banned public gatherings of more than 500 people on…

Artist Spotlight: Jammie Hyunh

David Botzer

One of Winthrop’s greatest exports is its artists, especially its female artists. In honor of Women’s History Month, I sat down with Jammie Hyunh to discuss her current accomplishments and…