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A curious patron, asks the bartender what he has on tap. Pints&union serves a plethora of classic cocktails and comfort beers. Photo by Bryce Shreve.

Authentic European-style pub comes closer to home

Jayla Rose, staff reporter April 1, 2019

Eighteen years ago in the heart of Chicago, Joe Phillips visited a peculiar restaurant in a Victorian-style building. With the sounds of Billie Holiday filling the room from the ceiling to the rustic,...

Robert “Bobby” Wells is a visiting professor and future faculty teaching fellow at IU Southeast, teaching topics in history from Napoleon to Vikings and pirates. Photo by John Renfrow.

Temporary teachers strive for tenure and experience

John Renfrow, Editor in Chief March 20, 2019

Robert “Bobby”  Wells begins his pirate class like any other teacher with orthodox greetings, attendance, slideshows and questions. From there, the class voyages everywhere from Viking-controlled...

“Just because I’m here and now you think I do all these voices, it doesn’t mean it comes easy. It also doesn’t mean that just because you guys can’t do something now doesn’t mean you can’t do something later,” Oz said.

Frank Oz – the character, not the voice

Joshua Roy and Mac Aubrey March 20, 2019

On Tuesday, March 19, Frank Oz spoke to a packed house about his career with The Muppets and Sesame Street, as well as his days as a director and experiences working with Jim Henson and George Lucas. “First...

Anita Rodriguez picks out a bundle of produce to add to her bag. Rodriguez is a New Albany resident and regular patron of Fresh Stop Market.

Fighting for food and family in southern Indiana

Joshua Roy, Staff Reporter March 18, 2019

A young woman walks a baby laden stroller down the street. In the stroller, along with the baby, are a few small shopping bags filled with light, prepackaged foods. Without access to a car, she can only...

Lady Trons diner, a small business found at 147 East Market Street in New Albany.

A tasty take on outer space

Marc Andry, Staff Reporter March 18, 2019

Sweet and savory aromas rise off Summer Sieg’s grill as Darth Vader watches closely and Yoda keeps an eye on the customers. Seig is the owner and founder of Lady Tron’s, a one-of-a-kind fifties-style...

Angie Munoz, primary education sophomore, uses her phone during leisure time at University Grounds Coffee Shop. Photo by Meleena Richardson.

How sustainable is the model of your smartphone?

Marc Andry, Staff Reporter March 4, 2019

Smartphones are almost a necessity in today’s society, but how long do they really last? The responsibility of sustaining a smartphone partially falls on the user for taking care of it, but also to the...

Illustration by Louis Herlihy

A killer trend in media

Abby Bauerla, Staff Reporter March 4, 2019

From Netflix specials and movies, to podcasts, to Reddit and Buzzfeed, true crime has become a sweeping source of drama in the past couple of years. A Tale of Trends Sara Walsh, associate professor of...

IUS Spectrum prepares for Glitter Fever 2019

IUS Spectrum prepares for Glitter Fever 2019

Marc Andry, Staff Reporter March 4, 2019

As spotlights illuminate the stage and music thunders through the Hoosier Room, drag queens and kings storm the stage for one of the campus’ most expressive annual events. Every year the IU Southeast...

“Social justice is really important to me. Its at the center of everything I do, so any way I can promote diversity is really important to me,” said Ortiz. Photo by Natalie Allen.

Criminal Justice professor dives deep into diversity

Natalie Allen, Staff Reporter March 4, 2019

In a society growing with diversity, Jennifer Ortiz, assistant professor of criminology and criminal justice, joins the community in fighting for equality and virtue. Ortiz earned her bachelor's and...

Doll houses, garments, toys and bags are just a fraction of the treasures hidden in the CCR. Photo by Callie Manias.

Treasures hidden in the attic

Callie Manias, Staff Reporter March 4, 2019

Many students use the library to study or to do homework, but there are many other aspects of the library that are not well known to students. The Center for Cultural Resources (CCR) is part of the IU...

Giving back to the community

Abby Bauerla, Staff Reporter February 26, 2019

For those who are interested in finding volunteer opportunities, the Office of Campus Life is hosting a volunteer fair on Wednesday, Feb. 27. The Volunteer Fair has a vast and diverse range of locations,...

Twelve students as well as IUS professors serve as ambassadors for IU Southeast in their first attendance at the Indiana Latino Leadership Conference. Photo by Meleena Richardson.

IU Southeast to host 21st annual Indiana Latino Leadership Conference

Meleena Richardson, Social Media Director February 24, 2019

“Educación es Poder.” This was the theme of the 20th annual Indiana Latino Leadership Conference. In English, it translates to, “Education is Power.” This phrase holds significant meaning to...

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