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(09/08/22 11:55pm)
For English major and literary enthusiast James Chang (C ‘22, Law ‘26), there probably aren’t many things that are “hard to define.” A graduate of both the College’s Creative Writing concentration and PPE major, he’s pretty much a wordsmith extraordinaire. When it comes to describing the ex–Editor in Chief of the Penn Review, however, I find myself struggling to encapsulate the James Chang I’ve just met. In conversation he’s exceedingly articulate, soft–spoken, and thoughtful, possibly a result of having cut his teeth in the notoriously intense New York City prep school debate circuit.
(09/08/22 8:09pm)
Rays of sunlight peek through the canopy and a refreshing breeze rustles the leaves. Gazing further down the trail reveals a vast forest of green pine trees and curious woodland creatures peaking out to say hello. For some students, a scenic hike sounds heavenly, while others recoil at the thought.
(09/12/22 1:14am)
After decades in development hell, Neil Gaiman’s “unfilmable” magnum opus, The Sandman, has finally reached the small screen as an 11-part television series on Netflix. The Sandman is an ultra-faithful adaptation of Gaiman’s evocative, cerebral, and critically-lauded The Sandman comic book series beginning in 1989. Under Gaiman’s guidance as an executive producer and writer, the show is a near replica, regurgitating precisely what lies on the page of the comic. Yet, the show suffers from its loyalty, as it takes few creative liberties when it should feel free to rework Gaiman’s original words. With all of its consistencies, The Sandman lacks a pulse, as its writing reflects the comics’ own meager pacing.
(09/06/22 2:00pm)
K–pop as an industry is like a continually revolving door. In goes fresh blood, challenging the status quo with new ideas and sounds, and out goes the old, filled with nostalgia and memories of the distant past. As the industry favors debuting younger artists like NewJeans and Kep1er, aging groups are threatened with disbandment in an ever–competitive environment.
(09/06/22 4:00pm)
Content warning: The following article includes mentions of sexual assault and can be disturbing or triggering for some readers. Please find resources listed at the bottom of the article.
(09/07/22 5:26pm)
We’ve seen it time and time again: female protagonists going head to head over a guy. It’s Blair against Serena, Meredith against Addison, Peyton against Brooke, and—a more recent favorite—Kate against Edwina in season two of Bridgerton. The love triangle is often used to create tension between two female characters in film and television. This trope has been present in popular culture and storytelling practices for a very long time, and it seems as though it isn’t going away any time soon.
(09/07/22 7:00pm)
Recently, celebrities have been more empowered than ever to open up about their struggles with mental health. Musicians and actors alike, from Demi Lovato and Lizzo to Bo Burnham and Lady Gaga, have come forward and tell their stories. While openness is always welcome, there are still more steps needed to ensure that artists can feel safe and comfortable with themselves. An incident that confirms this thought is Kid Cudi’s viral departure at Rolling Loud Miami.
(09/01/22 1:00pm)
If you’ve picked up a copy of Street before, you might notice something different about this one.
(08/24/22 1:00pm)
Content warning: The following article includes mentions of eating disorders and can be disturbing or triggering for some readers. Please find resources listed at the bottom of the article.
(08/27/22 12:00pm)
Content warning: The following text describes emotional and physical assault and can be disturbing and/or triggering for some readers. Please find resources listed at the bottom of the article.
(09/01/22 11:00am)
Going to college in Philly, we're so often bombarded—on social media and IRL—with seemingly endless options for how to spend our free time. So I’m delighted to announce that Street has done the hard part for you: We’ve rounded up what we think are the can’t–miss events for the month (and you can expect more of these in the months to come) in one convenient place. If I’ve done my job right, there’ll be something in here for every one of our readers, no matter what you like to do with your weekends.
(09/02/22 10:00am)
Most pitcher–friendly: Virgin Paloma
(09/01/22 10:00am)
It’s around 10 p.m. on a Friday, and I’m shuffling my feet on the corner of 36th and Market streets outside of an imposing black storefront accentuated with magenta flowers and neon blue lightning bolts. The awning reads “Pace Blossom,” the words split by a circle of petals with a heartbeat graphic in the middle. The street is eerily quiet, save a few speeding cars, and the stanchions posted outside of the building’s doors sit stiff like security guards.
(08/18/22 1:00pm)
Bucks County, Pa. sits squarely between Philly and Trenton, N.J. Google Images will tell you that it’s a wholesome land of pumpkin patches and cutesy clapboards. But Kay Gabriel’s freewheeling narrator, Turner, will tell you the truth.
(08/18/22 10:03pm)
After the success of Thor: Ragnarok, many fans had high hopes for director Taika Waititi’s sequel Thor: Love and Thunder. However, the film released to mixed reviews, becoming one of the worst–rated Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movies on Rotten Tomatoes.
(08/30/22 10:00pm)
Upon chatting with Justin Acheampong (C ‘23) for the first time, one thing is abundantly clear: They are dedicated to leaving Penn a better place than they found it. They foster a strong sense of community in each of their advocacy spaces, whether on or off campus. Justin's welcoming yet spunky personality makes them the kind of friend to show you a good time while also making sure you feel safe. And to top it all off, they have the coolest philosophy on fashion—it's an empowering form of self–care, love, and expression.
(08/26/22 12:00pm)
Content warning: This article contains references to anti–Asian racism and descriptions of graphic imagery, which may be disturbing and/or triggering to some readers.
(08/24/22 1:00am)
Having opened just last August, Alchemy Coffee x Keystone Wellness Shop quickly became a staple on the corner of 21st and Moravian streets. The cafe uniquely merges coffee culture with wellness, selling Keystone Wellness Shop’s CBD oils, herbs, and topicals alongside lattes and pastries.
(09/01/22 12:00pm)
It’s what you’d expect from the university named Playboy’s top party school in 2014. A makeshift rig of colored lights. Sugary sweet, barely–tastes–like–alcohol jungle juice pouring from a Gatorade cooler. A song blaring from buzzy speakers with the bass cranked all the way up (probably “No Hands” by Waka Flocka Flame, “Mr. Brightside,” or that remix of “Heads Will Roll”). A booze–fueled, nearly wasted mass of bodies, jumping in unison, letting go of their inhibitions to the tune of a Friday night frat party.
(08/29/22 12:00pm)
Ella Jane is your typical Taylor Swift–loving, city–dwelling, anxiety–ridden 20–year–old. She loves to write and sing, mindlessly scroll through her TikTok feed, and make Spotify playlists catering to her moods. But, Ella has a unique second life; she's a rising popstar, with one EP released, an album on the way, and a headlining tour starting next month.
