Dance and Parkinson’s class showcased in Music Room
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Dance and Parkinson’s class showcased in Music Room

The dance portion of the event began with movements that emphasized upright posture. All photos Bailey Tietsworth/Catalyst. The Dance for Parkinson’s event, held on Monday, Apr. 15, in the College Hall Music Room, brought together students and Sarasotans to learn, dance and build community. Professor…

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The history of the barracks

photo courtesy of Tim SnyderCarlye Lay with a halo preparing to throw a pot in the barracks. In the years shortly after the establishment of New College, the various army barracks that scattered the land where the Dort and Goldstein dormitories stand today housed Physical…

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The Ringling estate before NCF

The entrance view from the first steps outside the Ringling mansion. All photos courtesy of New College of Florida Archives. New College of Florida was established as a private liberal arts college in 1960 but only joined the State University System as a public institution—as…

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The Novo Collegian’s guide to spring break in Miami

 South Beach, crowded with tourists. All photos Eileen Calub/Catalyst Drawing over 15 million tourists in 2017, Miami boasts record numbers of annual visitors flocking to experience the “hype” of South Florida’s commercial and entertainment hub. Approximately a three and a half hour drive from Sarasota,…

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Family fun and berries galore at Fruitville Grove

Festival-goers enjoyed the range of fresh produce available. All photos Eileen Calub/Catalyst. As the warmth of spring gradually embraces Sarasota, families eagerly flock to Fruitville Grove to enjoy the fourth annual Berry Festival. Every weekend from Saturday, Mar. 7 until Sunday, Mar. 17, Sarasotans can…

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Remembering Jack Cartlidge

Cartlidge with 'The Archangel', a copper bas relief dated to 1979. All photos courtesy of Dory Cartlidge McQueen. Jack Cartlidge’s relationship with New College began in the 60s when he became an adjunct faculty member, running weekend sculpture tutorials out of his home in South…

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The cream of the crop under the big top

Circus Sarasota continues to showcase these exceptional performances until Sunday, Mar. 10. All photos courtesy of Rick Purdue After a minute of darkness, an array of blue and purple lights suddenly illuminate an intimidating white pendulum. The intimate size of the arena makes the pendulum…

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