Category: Local

Are Music Videos Dead?

Kaitlyn Koegler WGMU Blogger It’s a question many music fans have asked, and certainly one that doesn’t come without its merits. After all, one of the first suggestions that pops up on Google when typing in, “do music videos” is “do music video still exist?” While many of us know they certainly still exist, to …

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The Greatest Show on Earth!

Kyle Kuhn WGMU Blogger Clowns. Lions. Magic. Thrill. Are you ready for the circus? Because we know that the Circus is ready for us. Founded in 1871 by none other than the original Ringling Bros., The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus will be appearing at the Eagle Bank Arena! If you are into …

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The Game Boy for Adults – “Nintendo Switch”

Michael Cohen WGMU Blogger Friday, March 3 was the launch of Nintendo’s first console since 2011. The console is the Nintendo Switch. The Switch costs approximately $300. The console has a design that is comparable to no other on the market. The controllers slide on/off the sides of the screen allowing it to go from …

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Mixtapes

Alyssa Casano WGMU Blogger There’s nothing like the gift of music. When you have a message you want to say but are unable to put it into words there is likely a song out there to express the message for you. Want to tell someone that you love them? There are millions of songs for …

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Maintaining Your Zen While Maintaining Your GPA

Rachel Handschuh WGMU Blogger Homework. Quizzes. Exams. Finals. It’s a lot to take in, not only time management wise but mentally. College is a lot of work, which leads to stress not only on your brain but your body as well. Lucky for you, Mason has you covered! The Center for the Advancement of Well …

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The Nice Guys: Spring Break Woes

    Cory has a bone to pick with Spring Break. Of course it’s bizarre and doesn’t make much sense. Plus, it’s weird how much adults LOVE Disney World.       Special guest and WGMU alum Brian Gianelos joins in on our discussion.   You can hear The Nice Guys every Wednesday, from 4:30 …

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After The Trade Deadline, The Capitals Postseason Looks Promising

Nick Colletti WGMU, Sports Blogger Thursday March 2, 2017 The acquisition of defenseman Kevin Shatterkirk from the St. Louis Blues has given many Capitals’ faithful genuine excitement heading into the Stanley Cup Playoffs. A blue liner that can assist on the power play and provide even more depth to what was already a deep defensive roster. …

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The Nice Guys: The Goose Problem

Matt brings to our attention a rather concerning issue with some new campus residents. You can hear The Nice Guys every Wednesday, from 4:30 to 5:30. Tune in for hosts Cory Morgan and Matt Dotson, as they provide a look into their daily lives and neurotic ticks. Self deprecation, unwarranted hostility, and overall hilarity ensues …

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Just By Chance: Chance the Rapper’s Rise to Stardom

Kaitlyn Koegler WGMU Blogger It was an unprecedented event; a rapper with no record label behind him winning three Grammys. Becoming the first artist to win a Grammy for a streaming-only album, Chance the Rapper (born as Chancellor Bennett), is a 23 year-old rising star with three mixtape releases under his belt. Releases all pioneered …

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Kaine & Mason Student Elyazgi on Travel Ban and Community Effect

  Photo Credit: Dea McCollum On Friday February 10th, former Vice President nominee and current Senator of Virginia Tim Kaine returned to George Mason. He came in the fall, accompanied by Joe Biden, to promote the Clinton-Kaine ticket. Now, after the conclusion of the election, he came not for self-promotion, but to speak about the …

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