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Do modern day performance arts go beyond theatre and filmmaking?

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Stentor Staff Writer

Leonor Valente ‘29deoliveiraleit@lakeforest.eduStaff Writer Since its origin, film has been taking over the performance arts stage. With the technological boom of the two world wars, a shift from Europe to the United States as the central stage for filmmaking and the idolization of actors, American filmmaking has never been more prevalent in the global scope of arts. However, we must not forget that there are 194 more countries in the world, with their own culture…

“The Drama” examines how well you know your partner.

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Stentor Staff Writer

Allyn Aliyeva ’29aliyevan@lakeforest.eduStaff Writer Unconditional love is often described as love without judgment. But does it truly exist? Unlike typical rom-coms, A24’s “The Drama” follows a happily engaged couple, Emma (Zendaya) and Charlie (Robert Pattinson), in the week leading up to their wedding. A few days before the ceremony, however, the couple and two of their friends play a game that reveals the worst thing they have ever done in their lives. When Emma’s secret…

Students respond to increased attendance costs for 2026-27 year

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Stentor Staff Writer

James Ryan Prizant ’29prizantjry@lakeforest.eduCopy Editor Though no official announcement has been made by College staff, the College website confirms that the yearly cost of tuition, fees and meal plans will increase by $2,510 for the 2026-27 school year. This amounts to an over 3.8% increase compared to the 2025-26 yearly subtotal. In addition, year-round costs for standard on-campus housing will increase by $240, about 3.7% more. “It’s pretty typical that [tuition/cost of attendance] increases are…

Meet Your 2026-27 Student Government Leaders!

Posted on April 30, 2026 by Stentor Staff Writer

Kate O’Donnell ‘28Staff Writerodonnellkgr@lakeforest.edu As this semester draws to a close, the 2026-2027 academic year creeps ever closer. And with it comes a freshly elected board of student government representation, inaugurated into office on March 28. So let’s get to know these faces and learn how they hope to impact the College community during their tenure. Sofia Reese–President For rising junior Sofia Reese, her perspective on student leadership has been informed in part by her…

New Student Organizations Share Their Stories

Posted on April 30, 2026April 30, 2026 by Stentor Staff Writer

Photo | Top row: SPACE Club, Russian Club, Ethics Society. Bottom Row: Book Club, Birders James Ryan Prizant ’29prizantjry@lakeforest.eduCopy Editor Since the beginning of the 2026-27 academic year, several student organizations have popped up hoping to host events with large turnouts and increase their membership totals. From cultural clubs, to empowerment groups and even nationally competitive organizations, there is much to be said about every new student-run group, all of which hope to expand in…

Beartrap Broadcast Creates Possible Future for Broadcast Journalism at College

Posted on April 25, 2026 by Stentor Staff Writer

Veronica Presberg ‘29 Presbergve64@lakeforest.edu Staff Writer College journalism students are moving into the television news business with a debut news show developed this year: “Beartrap Broadcast.” The mock broadcast, a first attempt that will not officially air, covers current news and events at the College and discusses relevant campus news. The topics are real, including the recent composting program developments and chef Ruben’s famous Reuben Sandwiches. It also includes a (fake) weather forecast and sports…

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