Life & Culture

Religious communities break bread and bridge divides

By Kaeleigh Banda, Staff Writer • March 4, 2026

Ithaca College Hillel’s Interfaith Dinner Series creates a space for interfaith dialogue while enjoying unique meals from a range of cultures. From Catholicism to spirituality, students come together to break bread and learn about one another’s faiths or even present their own.

Mediocrity kills the essence of new ‘Scream’ sequel

By Abbi Puckett, Staff Writer • March 4, 2026

Thirty years after the release of the original “Scream,” the iconic story continued Feb. 27 with “Scream 7.” In a lazy writing decision, the disturbing plot finds the killer using artificial intelligence, hurting the true sense of the “Scream” films after 30 years of original plotlines.

IC band ‘little slicer’ celebrates its legacy with three shows

By Parker Anne Devine, Life & Culture Editor • March 3, 2026

As the Ithaca College-born band little slicer took the stage, lead vocalist and guitarist Wallace Petruziello ’24 shared with the buzzing audience that the band had reason to celebrate that weekend. With a strum of the guitar, the band launched into its song “Worthit,” beginning the first of three shows that little slicer would play to celebrate their three year anniversary weekend. 

Whip-smart film depicts BDSM and human connection

By Brian Murray, Staff Writer • March 3, 2026

Self-discovery is an odd gift that comes in many forms. In “Pillion,” the thoughtful new dramedy from writer-director Harry Lighton, it comes in the form of a brooding biker with a taste for dominance.

Bruno Mars strums heartstrings with ‘The Romantic’

By Ava Suffredini, Staff Writer • March 3, 2026

The yearner himself made his grand return with the release of “The Romantic” on Feb. 27. This is Bruno Mars’ first solo album in 10 years, and it does not disappoint. 

‘How to Make a Killing’ slaughters its own interesting concept

By Joseph Bucher, Assistant Photo Editor • February 26, 2026

Action star Glen Powell forms a “get-rich-quick” scheme that’s likely more ethical than any money-making methods of actual billionaires in John Patton Ford’s dark comedy “How to Make a Killing,” released Feb 20.

Megan Moroney hits ‘Cloud 9’ with new album

By Liam McDermott, Senior Writer • February 25, 2026

Megan Moroney, a 28-year-old country artist from Georgia, released her third studio album titled “Cloud 9” on Feb. 20. Since her sophomore album “Am I Okay?,” Moroney’s popularity blew up significantly because of her emotional and personal lyrics. “Cloud 9” has a happier tone than Moroney’s previous albums, but still has the relatable lyrics that fans love.

‘Wonder Man’ delivers marvelous addition to the MCU

By Jordan Costolo • February 19, 2026

This new limited series just might be the best thing that the Marvel Cinematic Universe has produced ever. “Wonder Man,” created by Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest, was released on Disney+ Jan. 27, almost silently.

Black History Month at IC uplifts minority voices

By Ally Dheeradhada, Staff Writer • February 18, 2026

February is Black History Month and 2026 marks a century of this celebration of African American voices. As some government departments and companies move to oppose the recognition of minority history, groups at Ithaca College are ensuring that Black voices will continue to be heard.

Beloved characters return in mockumentary spin-off

By Riley Young, Staff Writer • February 18, 2026

Nearly twenty years after the web series “Nirvanna the Band the Show” (2007-09) and a decade after the cult television series “Nirvanna the Band the Show” (2017-18), creators Matt Johnson and Jay McCarrol return as fictionalized versions of themselves in “Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie,” released theatrically nationwide Feb. 13.

Students collaborate on performing arts passion project

By Parker Anne Devine, Life & Culture Editor • February 18, 2026

In a warmly lit rehearsal space just off the Cayuga Inlet, a group of Ithaca College students have gathered nightly since mid-January to prepare an original play. The show, “If You Don’t Clap, I’ll Stab You,” written by junior Jaiden Moreno and directed by junior MJ Jacobs, will have four performances at The Cherry Arts Feb. 20-21. 

Ithaca falls for queer Valentine’s Day programming

By Meital Fried, Life & Culture Editor • February 18, 2026

In the lead-up to Valentine’s Day, a handful of queer organizations across Ithaca hosted programs to celebrate the many kinds of love the town has to offer. The range of activities matched the diversity of LGBTQ+ communities in Ithaca — from drag shows at local bars, night clubs and bookstores to on-campus craft nights. “Made With Love,” which took place Feb. 13, gave students the opportunity to stuff plush toys and connect with peers.