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2025

  • April

    Caryn Kim ’26 plays the flute at The Towers.

    A Symphony of Songs: Harmonies For Healing

    Ellie Luo '28 Assistant Arts Editor
    From performing for retirement homes to fundraising, Harmonies for Healing is a club that uses music to make a positive impact on student performers and their local community. 
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  • Crew members work on the sets.

    HDA Steps into the Spotlight with “The 39 Steps”

    Isha Seth '28 Assistant Arts Editor
    Though 39 steps might seem ordinary to the average Hopkins student who takes the stairs from Baldwin to Thompson five times per day, the Hopkins Drama Association’s (HDA) production of “The 39 Steps” is far from routine. As a comedic parody of an Alfred Hitchcock thriller, “The 39 Steps” is filled with humor, mystery, and action. The cast and crew are hard at work to prepare for the show, which opens on April 24.
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  • A crowd at Thrift 2 Death’s New Haven event on Saturday, March 29 where they sold a wide variety of thrifted clothing.

    The Rise of Depop at Hopkins

    Saisha Ghai '27 Arts Editor
    In the last few years, social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram have seen the rise of an offbeat trend: thrifting. From sunglasses seen on celebrities in the 2000s, to jackets worn by British Aristocracy, people have found ways to express themselves through thrifting. At Hopkins, many students buy second-hand clothing both online and at thrift stores or flea markets.
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  • March

    The poster for the 97th Academy Awards. (Fair Use)

    Glambots and Glitz: The Oscars 2025

    Miriam Levin ’26, Lead Arts Editor
    Movie aficionados and those who simply enjoy movie theater popcorn are all gearing up for the most anticipated night of the year for film: the Oscars. Between the fancy outfits, the interesting glambots, and the controversial nominations, the Oscars never fail to either amaze or disappoint viewers, and this year is no different. With 2024 being such a huge year for new releases such as “Wicked,” “Emilia Perez,” and more, this year’s event is, to many, more excitement-filled than recent years.
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  • GNBM in a group picture.

    Moonlight and Melodies: Goodnight Blue Moon Takes the Stage

    Olivia Yu ’27, Assistant Arts Editor
    With their energetic and dynamic live performances, Goodnight Blue Moon (GNBM) introduces a unique genre of Americana folk music to the stage—featuring Hopkins’ very own band teacher, Erik Elligers, on guitar and vocals. Based in New England, GNBM features seven musicians who perform around the New Haven area. Goodnight Blue Moon also performed on campus during the Fall Festival, where students and faculty could enjoy their energetic music.
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  • The cast of “Cabaret” rehearses on the new APAC stage.

    Wilkommen, Bienvenue! Welcome to “Cabaret”

    Isha Seth ’28, Campus Correspondant
    To all those who wished to see the Hopkins rendition of “Cabaret,” the Hopkins Drama Association (HDA) said “Wilkommen, bienvenue, welcome!”
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  • February

    Jerseys, Pajamas, and Cookie Monster Hats: Sports Fashion at Hopkins

    Liliana Dumas ’26 Arts Editor Saisha Ghai ’27 Assistant Arts Editor
    On the average day at Hopkins, you might see student-athletes roam the halls wearing glitter pants and cookie
    monster hats, before changing into their uniforms to win a game. From “Men in Black” suits to shin guards, each team has its own traditions and uniforms, but they all represent Hopkins, whether diving into the pool in swimsuits or stepping onto the field in lacrosse skirts.
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  • SZA accepts an award for Best R&B Song.

    Thank You for the Music: the 2025 Grammy Awards

    Claire Li ’28 Campus Correspondent
    From surprising snubs to memorable speeches, the Grammy Awards have captured the essence of the music
    industry since 1959. However, as we approach the 2025 ceremony, the Grammys are now grappling with navigating the changing landscape of music production, consumption, and recognition. With the rise of streaming services, viral trends on platforms like TikTok, and the increasing influence of independent artists, the Grammys face new challenges in staying relevant and inclusive.
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Editor in Chief 
Liliana Dumas 

Managing Editor 
Miri Levin 

News
Sarah Solazzo 
Rose Porosoff
Anvi Pathak 
Lena Wang
Sonali Bedi 
Features
Abby Rakotomavo
Elona Spiewak
Becky Li
Ashley Deng
Aurelia Wen
 
Arts
Aerin O’Brien
Saisha Ghai
Veena Scholand
Ellie Luo
Isha Seth
Op/Ed
Rain Zheng
Winter Szarabajka
Anjali van Bladel
Gitanjali Navaratnam-Tomayko
Bea Lundberg

Sports
Samantha Bernstein
Hana Beauregard
Elaina Paktuka
Beckett Ehrlich
Lukas Roberts
Content
Amelia Hudonogov-Foster
Edel Lee
Micah Betts
Ari Mehta
Olivia Yu
Karolina Jasaitis 

Cartoonists
Susie Becker 
Faculty Advisers
Stephen May
Elizabeth Gleason
Shanti Madison
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