Movies

"Fifty Shades" turns "Darker" with sequel

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, I wanted to see the sexiest movie in theaters: “The Lego Batman Movie.” Instead, I chose “Fifty Shades Darker,” the sequel to “Fifty Shades of Grey” (2015)....


Books

From book-hungry Bearcat to novelist

Imagine this: Tomorrow, you open your mailbox to find a mixtape addressed to a girl who lives in the apartment below yours in a trendy Brooklyn neighborhood. When you go downstairs to...


Fashion

Downtown museum debuts fashion exhibition

If you’re seeking an escape from the brutal Binghamton weather or need a break from cold, drunken nights, skip the crowded fraternity houses this Friday and visit the exhibition on Progressive fashion...


Theater

Music department updates 'The Mikado' with modern twist

Giggling girls, farcical stage combat and jabs at President Donald Trump: Welcome to the wild world of “The Mikado.” Binghamton University’s music department joins with the Summer Savoyards, a local theatre group,...


Arts & Culture

This Valentine's Day, try your own DIY bouquet

With Valentine’s Day quickly approaching, the pressure is on to pick a gift for your sweetheart. The perfect gift is the one that costs little but shows a lot of thought, and...


Music

BUMP holds first show of 2017

On Saturday night, Binghamton Underground Music Presents (BUMP) ushered in the semester with a concert showcasing the talents of indie bands Diet Cig and IAN SWEET. Rising indie rock trio IAN SWEET...


Food

Joining campus and community with rice

Through a student’s efforts, homemade Asian food has recently come to Binghamton University. The Rice Guys, a Japanese rice ball delivery service founded and run by BU students, began serving the community...


Arts & Culture

Comedian Natasha Leggero to perform at BU

The Student Association Programming Board (SAPB) announced that comedian Natasha Leggero will be coming to campus. Leggero can be seen on multiple “Comedy Central Roasts,” alongside comedians such as Sarah Silverman, Aziz...


Music

Concert explores innovation of instruments

The history and innovation of the clarinet was explored through a concert in the Casadesus Recital Hall at the Anderson Center on Tuesday. “Unlocking the Muse: Music Marries Engineering 1780-1830,” was run...


Features

BU senior starts photography publication from scratch

Two students sit in the Binghamton University Marketplace, a stack of paper booklets strewn about, as rush-hour foot traffic between classes ensues around them. One of those students is Benjamin Brandwein, a...