Culture

Behind the seams: Ruth Carter on storytelling, style and representation

“‘The imagination to build a visual story is seen in my exhibition, and I hope they see the history, Afrofuture, comedy and color and are inspired to say, ‘Hey, I think I’d like to try that.’”
Beyond the pot of gold

“How is it that St. Patrick’s Day went from a religious celebration concentrated in Ireland to a global phenomenon that consists of shamrocks, bars and pinching a ginger?”
Steamed, stacked and deli-vered

“Whether one is revitalizing after a late night, feeling down or just craving something that feels like a hug from the inside, the Ripple Bagel Deli is the perfect place to grab a bite in any situation.”
Witches, fights and eyeballs: Butler Theatre’s “Macbeth”

“It’s about this corrupt imbalance of power, imbalance of wealth, all of the inequalities and killing your way to the top … I think that is also a good mirror into today’s world.”
Emerging artists to watch

“The Culture section has curated a collection of hidden musical gems that deserve a spot on any playlist.”
Screen time temptation

“With just a little self-moderation, anyone can prevent themselves from falling into the same behavior as a toddler with a tablet.”
Late-night menu boosts off

Whether students are staying up studying for a tough exam or looking to satisfy their after-hours cravings, the late-night menu is a welcome improvement to the dining experience at Butler.
CCOM students premiere short film “Cycle”

Butler students partnered with Emerson College’s LA campus to produce “Cycle”. Photo by Jonathan Wang.
Trisha Paytas: A chameleon of the internet

Trisha Paytas has explored every area on the internet, including fashion, makeup, mukbangs, music videos, vlogs and of course, her iconic videos sobbing on her kitchen floor.