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The Student News Site of Ithaca College

The Ithacan
Ithaca Buddhist Meditation
The Student News Site of Ithaca College

The Ithacan
From left, freshman Brian Martinez, Omari Matthis, D’Andre Walker, RJ Dixon and David Simmons are members of the group Kings By Nature. They produce hip-hop and rap music at Ithaca College. Starting as a joke, the group decided to pursue music seriously after receiving positive feedback.

IC rappers build campus hip-hop culture

By Mike Ross, Life and Culture Editor • February 4, 2022

Glaring into a crowd of high-energy spectators, junior Jordan Alexander remembers his humble beginnings. In just two years, he’s made it from recording in his bedroom to performing his first show at...

Ithaca resident Mahinder Kingra browses for books in the science fantasy section at Buffalo Street Books on April 3.

Local bookstore celebrates a decade of community ownership

By Elijah de Castro, Staff Writer • April 7, 2021
Ithaca resident Mahinder Kingra browses for books in the science fantasy section at Buffalo Street Books on April 3.
Junior Nile Gossa-Tsegaye was born and raised in Ithaca. She reflects on staying in her hometown and urges prospective students to deliberate college location more.

Commentary: Consider moving away for college

By Nile Gossa-Tsegaye • April 7, 2021
With the safety blanket that comes along with the “student” label, college is the perfect space to fully live in the moments of young adulthood.
Raza Rumi, journalist and director of the Park Center for Independent Media, was featured in the March 16 reading.

Local writers honor their journeys with reading series

By Maddy Martin, Life & Culture editor • March 17, 2021
Raza Rumi, journalist and director of the Park Center for Independent Media, was featured in the March 16 reading.
The Ithaca Arthaus is an affordable housing apartment building for artists currently under construction at 130 Cherry St. The ground floor will feature an art gallery.

Ithaca creates affordable housing for local artists

By Katie Krom, Staff Writer • March 17, 2021
The Ithaca Arthaus is an affordable housing apartment building for artists currently under construction at 130 Cherry St. The ground floor will feature an art gallery.
The SHARE farm holds a peach tree planting ceremony each spring, inviting that nations of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy and neighbors to participate.

SHARE farm saved by the community

By Grace Azaula, Staff Writer • March 10, 2021
The SHARE farm holds a peach tree planting ceremony each spring, inviting the nations of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy and neighbors to participate.
Editorial: Ithaca theater scene brings students and locals together

Editorial: Ithaca theater scene brings students and locals together

By The Ithacan • February 6, 2020
This creates a relationship between the college and the downtown community that is mutually beneficial.
Caffeine Fix: Review of select drinks

Caffeine Fix: Review of select drinks

By Arleigh Rodgers • December 12, 2019

Gimme! Coffee: Latte $4 (medium), $4.25 (large) When compared to Ithaca Bakery’s specialty drinks, a latte is perhaps the most diverse offering on Gimme! Coffee’s menu. However, the...

Editorial: New in-house dining plan supports local businesses

Editorial: New in-house dining plan supports local businesses

August 29, 2019
In March 2019, Ithaca College announced its decision not to renew its contract with Sodexo, a food service management company.
Farmers Market Vendors: Glenhaven Farm and Winery

Farmers Market Vendors: Glenhaven Farm and Winery

By Ithacan Staff • September 13, 2017
In an Ithacan collection on different vendors at the Ithacan Farmers Market, Glenhaven Farm and Winery has the spotlight.
Children and volunteers at the event weave strings together to produce art on Clinton Street. The event featured a bike repair area, a photobooth and a secluded area for locals to perform tai chi. FERNANDO FERRAZ/ THE ITHACAN

Streets Alive! Ithaca celebrates ninth festival on Sept. 25

September 28, 2016
On Sept. 25, Streets Alive! Ithaca celebrated between South Plain and West Clinton Street. The event puts emphasis on natural forms of transportation.
Jammin' Out: Ithaca College bands take on the local music scene

Jammin’ Out: Ithaca College bands take on the local music scene

By Kate Nalepinski, Meg Tippett, and Taylor Zambrano • September 14, 2016
Several bands have emerged from Ithaca College, made up entirely of students. Though the
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