A Queen has risen: the story of Holly Binns
Her set list included: “Rock Steady” by Aretha Franklin, “I'm Not Perfect” by Missy Elliot featuring The Clark Sisters and “It's About Time for a Miracle” by Beverly Crawford.

A Queen has risen: the story of Holly Binns

First-year Nat Kornblum, Lola Davenport, third-year transfer student Nicholas Pracko and first-year Zane Cullinane Walsh pictured together after the show on Saturday Nov. 16. Photo courtesy of Kali-Ray SkinnerHer set list included: “Rock Steady” by Aretha Franklin, “I'm Not Perfect” by Missy Elliot featuring The…

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Student perspectives on going home for the holidays
Guerrero and his grandfathers enjoy each other's company during a Christmas family get-together.

Student perspectives on going home for the holidays

Long and a friend run the Turkey Trot 5k every year in Johnson City, Tennessee.Photo courtesy of Marena LongGuerrero and his grandfathers enjoy each other's company during a Christmas family get-together. Photo courtesy of Omar GuerreroWilson was born in Tampa, Florida and then moved to…

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The remarkable histories of Sarasota theaters

Sarasota has a considerably large artistic presence, with the Ringling Museum of Art, Ringling College of Art and Design, the Sarasota Ballet and multiple theaters clustered around Tamiami Trail. These theaters stand apart because there are so many of them in a relatively small area.…

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Breaking down budgeting, insurance and banking

Phones are built to trigger adrenaline rushes: Google Calendar, Gmail, banking apps, social media and games all vie for attention with stylized notification sounds.  Prioritizing these notifications are a part of the daily organizational tasks that give many young adults anxiety as the complex scheme…

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Shining a spotlight on students affected by ADHD

Courses at New College are known for their academic rigor, but students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can have trouble focusing in class, staying organized and completing assignments on time. The new Assistant Director of Student Disability Services (SDS) Joe Mayer, who has ADHD…

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Striking Gold: getting to know librarian Helene Gold
Gold can be found roaming around the library or in her office, LBR 133B.

Striking Gold: getting to know librarian Helene Gold

With areas of expertise in web design and development, information literacy instruction and assessment and student engagement, Helene Gold brings an important perspective to the Jane Bancroft Cook Library and the New College community. Her passion for learning is infectious and she brings a positive…

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Medieval Fair brings French Renaissance to Sarasota
Horseman lounging on his horse at the jousting tournament.

Medieval Fair brings French Renaissance to Sarasota

All photos courtesy of Claire Newberg Circus performer Ichabod Wainwright has been practicing on the Wheel of Death for nearly eight years.Wainwright walking on top of the Wheel of Death.Horseman lounging on his horse at the jousting tournament.Horseman in action at the jousting tournament. As…

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Reflections from cooks on campus
Ramsamooj is proud of how bright, fresh and organized her fridge is.

Reflections from cooks on campus

All photos courtesy of Anna Lynn Winfrey Ramsamooj chopping up some veggies in her Dort kitchen.Ramsamooj's showed off her spices.Ramsamooj is proud of how bright, fresh and organized her fridge is.Nations bakes a variety of baked goods, including these tiramisu macarons.Denner made this sourdough bread…

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