Malala Yousafzai, at the Forbes Under 30 Summit in Philadelphia, shared with the world the message she had conveyed to President Obama while meeting with him in the Oval Office: if you send drones and guns to fight wars on foreign soil, you’ll arm the world and make it ready for war; if you send […]
The ISIS Conundrum
The rise of ISIS (the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria) seems to be ripped out of a novel with far too many turns after its climax. The United States has ended its original war in Iraq and is now in the process of winding down its other war in Afghanistan. In 2011, President Obama […]
Golovkin’s Reign of Terror
There is hunger in his eyes, like a beast that hasn’t feasted for days. He circles his prey, not without caution but with homicidal intent. There is loud noise of cheers and boos in the background that deafens every last bit of fear, dream, and sound inside the ring. The prey realizes that his back […]
Food That Pops: Cannelle Patisserie
When someone asks about bakeries in New York, most people’s minds automatically go to Dominique Ansel, of the cronut craze, or maybe Balthazar or Bouchon. These bakeries are staples and cultural icons in New York City, serving delicious pastries and desserts at a premium. However, when I make this next claim, bear in mind that money […]
Dylan’s Intro to NYC #2: Holla for Halal
In a city where everyone is always running and everything is constantly moving—figuratively as well as literally—a twist on the meaning of fast food is inevitable. Halal food, my newfound love, a perfect culmination of fast, cheap, and delicious, is proof that fast food doesn’t have to be gross. My love affair with Halal food began […]
The Students of Color Reception Brings Freshmen Together
Hosted by Macaulay’s Diversity Initiative on September 19th, the 2014 Students of Color Welcome Reception sought to bring together students of different races. The reception was held in the basement of the Macaulay Honors College building, and it was very informal, with people coming in and leaving whenever they wished. There were comfortable lounge chairs […]
I’m blue da ba dee da ba…
Disclaimer: This article is meant to offer ways to relieve stress and improve your mood if you’re feeling down on a particular day. However, if you’re having extended periods of sadness and have lost interest in things that you once enjoyed, please reach out to a professional for help. The semester always starts off with […]
Report Proves the Value of a College Education and Highlights the Best Majors
To all students questioning the value of your college degree, rest assured. It is projected that a college degree will reward you with a salary double the one a high school degree will get you. Those wondering about the value of a chosen major, though, have something to think about. Last month, The Hamilton Project, a […]
Gallery Sightings: Beyond the Classical
What: Beyond the Classical: Imagining the Ideal Across Time When: through January 11th, 2015 Where: National Academy Museum (Upper East Side) Admission: Pay What You Wish (In partnership with Macaulay’s Cultural Passport Program) The Bounty KillArt (artist), L’Histoire et la Paix (History and Peace), 2004. The National Academy Museum, a tiny gem among the giants of […]
A New Year’s Eve with CERRU
One aspect of college life that provides eye-opening experiences is a culturally diverse student body. Immersing oneself in an environment defined by different religious, ethnic, and racial backgrounds creates an expanded knowledge base and understanding of oneself and others. Luckily for Queens College students, the Center for Ethnic, Racial and Religious Understanding (CERRU) concentrates the […]
