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Tumblr Artists Say “Make Your Own, Then”
Since the very dawn of entertainment, critics have been lambasting artists and their artwork for quality. “Andy Warhol, why are you painting soup cans? Lady Gaga, why are you in …
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Saving the Superheroines: A B.U. Analysis of Women in Comics
Despite the angry chants from the mob around her, Batgirl stepped forward to confront her newfound nemesis. This peculiar new foe had already crushed others just the day before, but …
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The Return of The Beard
Gentlemen, I have a proclamation to make. The clean-shaven look is done. Finished. Over. Beards are finally making a comeback. The penultimate sign of masculinity and wisdom has once again …
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‘Tis the Season: Film Awards and How They Affect Viewership
With Sundance Film Festival wrapping up this weekend, the next big event on the film scene is the Academy Awards. Both events, each representing different aspects of the film industry, …
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A Miami Jewish Christmas Story
A few years ago, Corona ran an ad of a palm tree decorated with Christmas lights. I knew that this was intended to be absurd and would provide a nice …
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The Quad Staff’s New Year’s Resolutions
My New Year’s resolution is to… “Savor my student discount. Most people know flashing your BU ID at the MFA or the BSO saves bucks. That’s all fine and dandy, …
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Holiday Guide to Holiday Gift Guides
Written with assistance from Allan Lasser. This last semester flew by quickly; the holidays are approaching even quicker. Make sure that giving (and not just receiving) gifts is on the …
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People for the Ethical Use of Advertisements
PETA has a long history of controversial advertisements. According to PETA.org, two of the organization’s most prominent strategies of getting its message across are public education and protest campaigns. These …
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Allston Village Street Fair Celebrates the People
Harvard Avenue will be even more crowded with college students than usual this weekend for the Allston Village Street Fair on Sunday, September 25th between noon and 6:00 pm. The …
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