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Amherst-Based Literary Journal Uncommonly Good

Amherst-Based Literary Journal Uncommonly Good

The Common, published biannually, is an Amherst College-based literary journal intended to challenge and broaden the reader’s sense of time and place. The magazine, which counts Jennifer Acker ’00 as its editor-in-chief and Vanity Fair editor-at-large Cullen Murphy ’74 as an advisory board member, released its first print issue

Delightfully Detestable Characters Make “Gone Girl” a Movie to Remember

Delightfully Detestable Characters Make “Gone Girl” a Movie to Remember

Amy Dunne is gone before we ever meet her in “Gone Girl,” initiating a frenzied witch-hunt where all fingers point at her husband, Nick Dunne (Ben Affleck). The film, directed by David Fincher, is a faithful adaptation of Gillian Flynn’s 2012 novel of the same name. It’s told

“Annabelle:” A Terrifyingly Underwhelming Prequel

“Annabelle:” A Terrifyingly Underwhelming Prequel

Capitalizing off of his highly successful 2013 horror film, “The Conjuring,” prolific Australian producer, writer and director James Wan (writer, producer or director for all of the “Saw” franchise films, the “Insidious” series, “Fast &Furious 7,” and more films) provides a compelling prequel in 2014’s “Annabelle.” Whereas The

Amherst College Faculty Pet Spotlight: Meet Daisy

Amherst College Faculty Pet Spotlight: Meet Daisy

As the October chill sets in and the leaves turn all kinds of vibrant hues, it’s clear that fall is upon us. As temperatures drop, dig out your favorite old blanket, stock up on packets of Swiss Miss hot chocolate, and find a friend to keep you warm. Area

Changing Val Culture: SHEs Talk Social Cups

Changing Val Culture: SHEs Talk Social Cups

Valentine Dining Hall can be a really scary place. When entering the war zone that is Val at noon on a weekday, you have to navigate your way through lines that are sometimes 50 people deep, figure out where the end of the salad line is without getting in the

Pioneer Valley Band Brings Fresh Material to Marsh Coffee Haus

Pioneer Valley Band Brings Fresh Material to Marsh Coffee Haus

It’s impossible to regret my first trek to Marsh after experiencing the magic that is The New Rockwells. The Amherst collaboration debuted with infectious energy at this year’s first Coffee Haus, and has since gained a notable fan base. Their musical prowess is evident in both their first

First-Year Musicians Shine in Amherst Symphony Orchestra

First-Year Musicians Shine in Amherst Symphony Orchestra

The Amherst Symphony Orchestra opened its season on Saturday, Sept. 27 with a fresh and inspiring performance. The season preview concert, dedicated to the Amherst class of 2018, was titled “Vienna: City of Music, City of Dreams” and directed by Mark Swanson. What set this concert apart from previous performances