Chemistry Imagined: When science and art collide
By Shannon Okas ’14 Science and art seem to be topics that most people instinctively categorize as polar opposites: left brain versus right brain, logic versus creativity. This is exactly why Vivian Torrence’s latest artistic endeavor is both bold and intriguing. Her exhibition, Chemistry Imagined: Correlations, sponsored by the Wisconsin Science Festival and displayed in Union South’s Gallery 1308, has accomplished the...
What’s new at Badger Bash
By Francesca Bonifacio ’13 The annual Badger Bash kicked off its 41st year just two weeks ago, celebrating the first home game against the University of Massachusetts by welcoming new additions to the game day experience. Traditionally held at Union South, Badger Bash has expanded beyond the familiar feeling of camaraderie among fans keeping a close watch on the Badger game televised at The Sett. Outside in Union South Plaza,...
May the 4th be with you: Revelry premieres as UW-Madison’s first music and arts festival
By Francesca Bonifacio Cue the foam machines. Bring out the jumbo chalk. Slap on a wristband. Now turn up the music. Welcome to Revelry. For the first time in UW-Madison’s extensive history, a group of dedicated students gave a bombastic edge to the meaning of an end-of-year celebration by establishing what could very well be the university’s newest longstanding tradition. Held on May 4th, Revelry was born when Union President Sarah...
Wisconsin film fests reel in spring
By Francesca Bonifacio It’s nearly April, which means spring is nestling in, signaling the comeback of the rain boot, road trips, love in the air, bands, beers and brats on the Terrace, and of course – the return of film season. First up is the Wisconsin Film Festival – eight blissed-out, jam-packed days of screening after screening, from international filmmakers to homegrown talent and the bits in between. Turning 15 this year, the...
Chris Dacre exhibit ‘Up & Coming’ explores war
By Brooke Appe Combining his own experience, fascinations, and a variety of skills, Chris Dacre set out to bring new light to a truth that countless people face every day: war. With a new exhibit at Union South’s Gallery 1308, Chris’s multidimensional portrayals open up the phenomenon of war to new and unique interpretations. We spoke with him about his art, inspiration and techniques. You definitely touch on a...