Cristin Dempsey
05 Dec 2013
Christmas carols have varied international roots
One thing about the holiday season that is sure to get everyone in the holiday spirit are all of the holiday tunes played on the radio and at places, such as the mall or a Christmas party. There are several well-known Christmas and holiday songs during the holiday season that will surely get everyone singing along.
21 Nov 2013
Thanksgiving provides time to recognize others
With Thanksgiving just one week away, I will admit that, like most people, I am just excited to get a break.
14 Nov 2013
River Falls Brass to perform exciting recital
This Sunday marks a new beginning for the River Falls Brass. It will be performing its first recital ever as a quintet.
07 Nov 2013
Black Friday trends change meaning of holiday season
While it may seem far away now, Thanksgiving is just around the corner. This means giving thanks for the things you already have, and, of course, waking up before sunrise the next morning to trample people for things you do not have.
31 Oct 2013
Local performances will feature variety of memorable international music
The UW-River Falls Music Department is yet again looking forward to an exciting few weeks, with performances by Zagreb Saxophone Quartet and Irish Tenor Anthony Kearns.
17 Oct 2013
‘Octuba Fest’ honors music of guest composer
Last week was an exciting week for the UW-River Falls Music Department, called “Octuba Fest.”
27 Sep 2013
Week encourages reading of controversial material on banned books list
Many students may not realize that numerous novels that they have read for class are on the Banned Books List.
19 Sep 2013
Equinox marks end of summer season
As the school year begins and gets into full swing, it also, sadly, means that summer is drawing to a close.
02 May 2013
Month of May filled with worldwide, local traditions, events
Despite the weather outside, we have finally reached the last month of the 2013 spring semester: May.
25 Apr 2013
Roots of Arbor Day stretch around world, through history
The snow is still on the ground and the trees are still bare, patiently waiting for spring to arrive so the leaves can finally bud.
Cristin Dempsey
Cristin Dempsey is an English major and music minor from Eagan, Minn. She enjoys writing, playing the flute and swimming. After college she would like to pursue a career as an editor.