“Gatsby” film parties too hard with not enough substance

John David Hamilton, Contributing Writer
May 12, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Opinions

Sorry to say it old sport, but this film gets a thumbs down from me. I’m willing to admit that I am not the biggest fan of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s novel “The Great Gatsby,” but after watching Baz Luhrmann’s adaptation of the story I would much rather read the book again than watch the film... Read more »

Find out where it all began in “Monsters University”

Ben Randolph, Contributing Writer
May 11, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment

Technically, Pixar films are aimed at children and families, but they have always been able to find a strong audience with people of every age. However, the new Pixar production “Monsters University,” prequel to the 2001 hit “Monsters, Inc.,” is targeting a more specific crowd: college students. This... Read more »

“Iron Man 3″ Film Review

Will Hensley, Contributing Writer
May 3, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Opinions

  Shane Black's first attempt at Iron Man glory was a soaring success. “Iron Man 3” is the final installment in the trilogy and the first film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe to follow 2012’s “The Avengers.” The main cast from the previous film, Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow... Read more »

Summer activities across Ohio offer entertainment and culture

Kristina Thomas and Megan Constable
April 20, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment, Top Stories

The Ohio area has multiple events for students to enjoy over the summer. These include concerts, comedy shows, performances, festivals and more. Five Rivers MetroParks have trails and parks all over the city of Dayton. This organization is also responsible for many of the outdoor activities. Some... Read more »

Michigan International Speedway offers discount for students and faculty

Adrian Williams, Contributing Writer
April 17, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment

Michigan International Speedway (MIS), located in Brooklyn, Michigan two hours outside of Toledo, Ohio, will offer discounted student and faculty tickets to two NASCAR racing events. According to MIS corporate sales Rob Hemmig, MIS is the fastest track in the country for racing because of the layout... Read more »

Five Rivers MetroParks to present film at the Neon

Sierra Gelhot, Contributing Writer
April 12, 2013
Filed under Arts & Entertainment

Five Rivers MetroParks will present the film “Where the Yellowstone Goes” at the Neon to promote their Fly Fishing Progression. “Where the Yellowstone Goes” will premiere at The Neon in downtown Dayton on April 16 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online and cost $10 with a $1 service... Read more »

Locomotive Lessons in Political Philosophy

Benjamin Voluntaryist, Literary Feature Contributor
April 10, 2013
Filed under An Ode to Nexus: Semesterly Literary Page, Arts & Entertainment

Seven cars "SCREE!" on by. The third in line seems to sigh. White-sprayed letters on canvas gray; The other tags have less to say. "This is freedom?"   Who asked the train this dire question? I humbly submit this suggestion: Someone awake, who knows the truth Of shackled minds and stifled youth. "This... Read more »

Not All Fish Are the Same

Evan Pillsbury, Literary Feature Contributor
April 10, 2013
Filed under An Ode to Nexus: Semesterly Literary Page, Arts & Entertainment

I was ten when my father died. The doctor told my mother drinking is what caused the liver failure and ultimately led to his death. There are two things I remember most about him: First, I loved my father and no one could replace him. Second, my father loved to fish and I believe he handed that... Read more »

We Are Them, They Are Us

Mindy Wells Hoffbauer, Literary Feature Contributor
April 10, 2013
Filed under An Ode to Nexus: Semesterly Literary Page, Arts & Entertainment

As the world around me sleeps I spend the darkest hours Pouring over Facebook pages Of the three girls who died And the three who survived But will be scarred In every way imaginable For life I’m studying photos, messages Seeking clues about why Why these kids and not mine Crime-riddled... Read more »

The Lone Buffalo

Olivia Copenhaver Rubin, Literary Feature Contributor
April 10, 2013
Filed under An Ode to Nexus: Semesterly Literary Page, Arts & Entertainment

When we left there was no plan. It was just the two of us, Todd’s car, an atlas rolled up next to my feet and the western sky. Todd wanted to drive. I was itching to take photos. By the time we reached Illinois we still didn’t know where we would spend the night. Todd took an exit and ended up... Read more »