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Dance Extravaganza at the Joffrey Ballet

Posted on March 3, 2015December 18, 2015 by Camille Lemieux

The Joffrey Ballet company’s newest show was split into three acts, each one more unique than the last. The first performance of the night, “Maninyas,” combined classical ballet with contemporary choreography. This intense piece contained so many layers and surprises that you never knew what to expect. Ripples were a primary motif in the performance, so everywhere you looked there was something different happening on the stage. The performers relied not only on the steps, but included their costumes as props in the choreography, as well as the large drapes hanging…

Why Celebrate Black History Month at Lake Forest College?

Posted on February 10, 2015December 18, 2015 by Jack Loessberg

We enter the month of February, individuals across campus are planning events for students to celebrate and embrace Black History Month. “Every month is White history month, so I feel we should do a lot more for Black History Month,” said Laken Vogel ’18. “Black History Month still matters, because black people are so underrepresented and underpraised. They aren’t celebrated enough.” Periana Wilson ‘15 agreed. “They have events for Career Development Month, but they don’t…

How Not to Be a Boring Valentine’s Day Date

Posted on February 10, 2015December 18, 2015 by Jack Loessberg

It’s that lovely time of year, and Lake Forest College has you covered in terms of where, how, and with whom to spend your Valentine’s Day. To start the day off for all you lovebirds, explore Chicago’s must-see sites with free admission using your Lake Forest College Student ID. Students are able to visit The Art Institute of Chicago and view famous artworks of different eras, or visit the Shedd Aquarium and explore the waters…

Celebrate the Lunar New Year

Posted on February 10, 2015December 18, 2015 by Jack Loessberg

As young and audacious college students, many of us dream of exploring the world. We long to hear the chatter of unfamiliar language, taste foods we never knew existed, and experience the richness of cultures far removed from our own. Sometimes, you don’t even need a plane ticket to fulfill these dreams; Chicago’s very own Chinatown is like stepping into another world. On Jan. 31, the Center for Chicago Programs offered a free trip to Chinatown…

Is the LFC Party Culture Moving Off-Campus?

Posted on February 10, 2015December 18, 2015 by Jack Loessberg

It goes without saying: college equals partying. Students at many universities tend to party on campus, as a matter of convenience. At Lake Forest College, this has pretty much always been the case. Recently, however, the parties seem to be moving off campus to local venues. Why the sudden shift? Students think that the campus doesn’t have enough activities to keep them busy. Harrison Seigel ‘16 believes, “There is a lack of activities that…

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