2009-04-17

New York karaoke bars offer students a few shots at stardom
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 11:02pm
As many college students know all too well, there are infinite ways to make a fool of yourself, some less ill-advised than others. Karaoke, which comes from the Japanese for “to get drunk and sing poorly,” in at least its thoroughly American interpretation, is a wonderfully legal and socially...
Downtown favorite S’mac is far from cheesy
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 11:00pm
That Kraft dinosaur had something going for him when he sang, “I’ve got the Blues.” I, too, have the blues. I wasted my youth eating Kraft.
Students raise their glasses to springtime
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 10:58pm
Fresh cucumber and lime with Bombay Sapphire and tonic water, pomegranate mojitos, fresh Sangria—as the sun warms New York and the days get longer, our cravings for the cool summer cocktail return.
New York City’s scenic parks can help make life a picnic
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 10:56pm
New York may not satisfy any longing for pastoral landscapes, but the city’s parks can be a temporary haven to enjoy a pleasant outdoor meal.
'Greenspiration' launched by student groups
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 9:48pm
Environmental clubs aren’t the only ones thinking green.
Disabled riders among most affected by fare hike
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 9:43pm
Edith Prentiss, who uses an electric wheelchair, took a bus, three trains, and a ferry to get from Washington Heights to Staten Island for a Metropolitan Transit Authority public hearing on fare hikes and service cuts.
Nuns plan eco-friendly initiatives
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 9:40pm
Though nuns are typically known for black and white habits, a local convent is now making a move to go green.
Students rally in 'Take Back the Night' to end sexual abuse
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 9:38pm
Survivors of sexual assault and their allies took to the streets of Morningside Heights on Thursday night, filling the chilly air with sounds of drums, whistles, and chants at the annual Take Back the Night March.
The rollercoaster ride
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 8:29pm
By the end of spring break, it was hard to see the beginning.
All the world is a salon
Thu, Apr 16, 2009, 8:24pm
In between classes, papers, and exams, I try to remind myself that, despite the accompanying workload of the Core, this rigorous and continuing academic discussion is part of what I came to Columbia for.

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