Charlotte Murtishaw

Senior profile: Galen Boone, BC

A self-described "pitbull" for Postcrypt, Galen Boone fought for the coffeehouse when it came under fire by the administration, but is hoping to explore new avenues after graduating.

Senior profile: Kyle Merber, CC

Kyle Merber, a Columbia College graduate, set the collegiate record for an American on Monday. His 3:35.59 in the 1,500 meter run was what got the job done.

2011-12 in Review: Bacchanal heads back to steps with rap, punk, electronic combo

Even in the face of financial struggles and negative reactions against the chosen performers, Baccha90s was a success.

Original production proves that Britney Spears, Jesus Christ a good match

Reinterpreting the story of Jesus through Britney Spears lyrics could have been a disaster—but as this play demonstrates, the upbeat, pop numbers were engaging and cohesive.

Rethinking the Core: The 118th Varsity Show amuses, but doesn't always go the extra mile

The A&E staff rehashes the highs and lows of the 118th Annual Varsity Show, from the excellent parody of Dean Valentini to the representation of the Core Curriculum and the University as a whole.

Best Of: Escaping the City

Even the most devoted urbanite sometimes needs a break from their long-term relationship with Manhattan. Luckily, no plane ticket is necessary to find a little rest and relaxation outside of the city’s frenetic bubble for a day or two (or seven).

Raw Elementz takes this year’s Rawcus off-stage

Hip-hop showcase will feature several student groups and break-dancers as usual, but unlike past years, the show will be on the floor with the audience.

Orchesis dancers hit high and low notes

“Love and wOrchesis” serves up a mixed bag of memorable highlights and middling moments.

Neighborhood Watch: Park Slope

This week, Weekend takes you out to Brooklyn to Park Slope, where anyone can recapture their childhood by visiting the zoo or hitting up these superhero specialty stores.

Engineering group ‘Jams’ for convention

The Columbia chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers gets down to raise funds for the trip to their national conference.