Book columnist Caroline Kelly PO’22 writes a review on Kim Jiyoung, Born in 1982 by Cho Nam-Joo. The novel chronicles the mundane life of a Korean woman from childhood to motherhood. Translated from Korean to English, the universal theme of female rage makes this international sensation a must-read.
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Ways of Seeing: Nicole Duennebier and painting decay
Nicole Duennebier’s solo exhibit Faint of Heart, at Nicodim Gallery in Los Angeles, takes from the still life tradition of Dutch Old Masters to imagine a beautiful dreamscape of decay. Arts columnist Nadia Hsu PO ‘27 writes about these still life paintings and her experiences seeing them.
Fashion Bible: Freedom in fashion — CMC goes international
Style columnist Lisa Gorelik CM’25 investigates the experiences of 5 Claremont McKenna students who studied abroad with fashion oversees, versus at CMC.
Queer Asian Reads: Spirits unleashed in Zen Cho’s fantasy masterpiece
Columnist Reia Li PO ‘24 wanted a way to connect to Chinese traditions despite being physically separated from their place of origin. “Spirit Abroad,” a collection of short stories that puts Chinese and Malaysian mythological creatures in more modern contexts, allowed her to do just that.
So You Want to Dress: Y2K
It may be a new year, but when it comes to fashion, we’re back in 2000. Velour, micro-skirts and platform flip-flops make up the quintessential Y2K look, and style columnist Lisa Gorelik CM ’25 has all the tips.
Abbie on Aux: The resurgence of Miley Cyrus
You’ve likely heard Miley Cyrus’s new single “Flowers.” In light of this resurgence, music columnist Abbie Bobeck SC ’26 argues that Cyrus never went anywhere at all.
‘What else can I say but that soccer is my favorite thing?’: On losing a fall 2020 season
“It’s my favorite thing. And I could do it at any time, with anyone, in any place. High level, recreational league or pick up. And I miss it.” Harper Rubin CM ’21 reflects on losing his senior-year soccer season and using the sport as a “guiding force” in the pandemic.
What TSLikes to eat: Senior staff’s best meals in isolation
The Student Life’s senior staff suggests their go-to meals to comfort any social distancing woes, from smoothie bowls to matzo brei.
Suitcases: The post-abroad ennui
Lillian Perlmutter SC ’21 explores the experience of returning from abroad and feeling like life doesn’t quite fit together the same.