Bruce Benidt (’72) Hope is irrational, illogical, fragile and beautiful; and likely the only way anything good happens. I have learned these things anew at my college, New College, half a century after graduating. As another class graduates now in Sarasota, two images shine strong…
Since Robertson Park first opened its metaphorical doors in February 2024, it has received mixed reviews from students, faculty and community members. After a slow start, the administration heard the feedback and refined its approach to facilitating this new campus space. To gauge whether feelings…
It’s no secret that housing has been on the minds of students a lot this semester. With much of the class of 2027 being housed in hotels, the even larger class of 2028 has students wondering if finding their own housing accommodations off-campus will be…
Audience seats were filled in Sainer Auditorium on May 3 and 4, as students spun across the stage for two nights of dance. The Spring 2024 Dance Collective showcase took viewers on a journey through poetic interpretive pieces, colorful Kpop numbers and more. The Catalyst…
Written by Chloe Rusek and Riley Bucklin The Sarasota Kennel Club opened in 1929 and has stood as one of the oldest dog tracks in the United States. It has been managed by the Collins family since the 1940s. The track hosted greyhound racing six…
In an unexpected decision by New College President Richard Corcoran, the grass and other vegetation in the Mildred Sainer Fine Arts Complex courtyard was ripped out with no prior announcement and replaced with artificial turf. The quiet transformation of the space from its natural state…
Editor’s note: Chloe Rusek works as an associate shoe designer for Dynasty Footwear. Her interest in the design complexity of this business prompted her to request interviews and share what she has learned with Catalyst readers. All photos by Chloe Rusek Stepping into the forefront…
Blues fans of Sarasota received sad news in March 2024 when the cancellation of the Bradenton Blues Fest was announced. Once the place-to-be for music lovers, the festival has been held every December in the Bradenton area since 2012. The annual blues celebration featured an…
In celebration of Black History Month and Black poets, students at New College of Florida joined together on Sunday, March 24 in the ACE lounge to read, discuss and reflect on the power of poetry. The poetry workshop, facilitated by students and Professor of French…
All photos taken by Chloe Rusek On April 14, New College hosted an electrifying event as the prestigious Sarasota Film Festival screened one of its latest documentary offerings, showcasing the life and achievements of Sarasota skateboarding prodigy Jake Ilardi. The documentary, titled Into the Spotlight:…
