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It is not uncommon for the North Central community to see publicity around campus for various art installations. In fact, the Chronicle covers most of them. What some may not realize is that there are differences between all of these shows. North Central College makes its facilities available to house student work as well as professional artists' work. Throughout the school year, art students may choose to develop a show alone or with one or two other students to showcase their work... |
The soaring temperatures and shortening of pant and sleeve lengths can only mean one thing. Summer is here, and with the change in seasons comes the summer movies. So without further ado here is North Central’s definitive guide to the upcoming blockbusters. May 24 Fast & Furious 6 Director: Justin Lin ... |
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It’s hard enough stomaching on-campus meal options at The Cage or Kaufman Dining Hall as a typical college student. However, when you’re a vegan, vegetarian or have a gluten allergy, eating on campus can create an even bigger conflict. Four North Central College students shared their input and experience related to eating on-campus, and they also provided suggestions for how the options available for... |
Zitto e mangiare*! As the words painted on the wall of this small, modern Italian restaurant plainly state: “Shut up and eat!” Fiammé Pizzeria, located at 19 N. Washington St, is a new restaurant to the downtown Naperville scene. Upon arriving, the first thing to greet a hungry visitor will be the stone pillar capped with real flames. The name of the restaurant (Fiammé) literally translates to “flames” in English- very fitting. ... |
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CUAB hosted its annual Springfest celebration on Saturday which featured music from radio station B96, inflatable games, balloon animals and an assortment of prizes. Students enjoyed a beautiful day outside with friends and classmates in a well-presented commemoration to end Cornerstone Week. While North Central students were enjoying the festivities, fans of Hoodie Allen lined up outside Res/Rec to guarantee prime seating during his concert later that night. The quiet, orderly line... |
This upcoming Memorial Day weekend, the Cardinal Dance Company will have its 6th Annual Showcase. Cardinal Dance Company was founded in 2007 by Rachel Mitchell, Vicki Pula, Kristen (Arredia) Guido, and Kelly (Carew) Kirchner, when they were only sophomores at North Central. Since then, the student-run organization has continued to grow and has developed into an entertaining pastime for dancers of all levels. Each year, the dancers have put on a captivating performance.... |
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The North Central College annual Senior Art Exhibit is back and houses fresh new art from some of the student body’s most talented artists. Featuring outstanding artwork from 10 North Central graduating seniors, the included pieces incorporate a vast range of nontraditional and traditional styles, including: sketches, paintings, sculptures, ceramics and wirework. The exhibit is free for all visitors, and features a sign-in book near the entrance, which was overfilled with... |
Starting May 23 you can witness a unique student-created production called “A Story of Us.” The plot follows an engaged couple and their relationship between each other and friends following through the wedding day. “A Story of Us” was created by senior Kevin Williams. This is the first theater production at North Central College that is completely developed by the director and cast... |
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NCC Chamber Singers’ “Metamorphosis” concert was held on Tuesday, April 30 at 7:30 p.m. in Wentz Concert Hall. Chamber Singers is one of the vocal groups on campus that consists of 18 members, both male and female singers. The group formed about five years ago and is advised by professor Ramona M. Wis. The group offers an escape from everyday life as students come together to explore music... |
The “Iron Man” films have always been black sheep in the world of comic book movies. Where films like “Thor” and “Captain America: The First Avenger” focused more on the spectacle and “typical” action film tropes, the man in the metal suit was battling the perils of his legacy and newfound celebrity. Even Christopher Nolan’s excellent “Batman” trilogy didn’t possess the innate charm and charisma of Tony Stark. After the Spider-Man series had come and gone, it was... |