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A New Yorker who is now transplated to Middletown, CT. Loves all seasons, reading, birthday cake and Wesleyan.
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Wesleyan's Beloved O'Rourke's Diner Celebrated on Food Network

Wesleyan's Beloved O'Rourke's Diner Celebrated on Food Network

Wesleyan's beloved local Middletownian diner, O'Rourke's was featured on the Food Network's "Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives." The episode highlighted some of owner and chef Brian O'Rourke's adored specials, including his melody of hashes, banana french toast and steamed cheesebu

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Latest comment by Anonymous: Very good establishment. I enjoy all the many choices.

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Pic of the Day: Has the Blair Witch Paid Wesleyan a Visit?

Has the Blair Witch Paid Wesleyan a Visit?
A mysterious wooden concoction appeared this morning on Andrus Field. Could it be that the Blair Witch has come to campus? Or perhaps it's merely some Wes student's pyre for their textbooks. Any clues, leave it in the comments!
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Pic of the Day: Wesleyan Campus Says Goodbye To Fall

Wesleyan Campus Says Goodbye To Fall
As winter break approaches, Wesleyan's campus prepares for the new season. All of the leaves near the WestCo dorm have fallen and students no longer lounge on their balconies. I guess we'll all have to wait to sled on Foss Hill!
Latest comment by Anonymous: i miss summer :(

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Britney Spears Stops By Wesleyan Alumnus Lin-Manuel Miranda's 'In The Heights'

Britney Spears Stops By Wesleyan Alumnus Lin-Manuel Miranda's 'In The Heights'

Britney Spears saw In The Heights again this past week. The pop-star already attended the show in early October. According to the In The Heights website, Spears attended the show and chatted with the cast following the performance. Spears stopped by the show once aga

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Wesleyan's Ray Tintori '06: A Celebrity In The Making

Wesleyan's Ray Tintori '06: A Celebrity In The Making

Wesleyan alumnus Ray Tintori '06 has already achieved fame that most students at the University still only dream about. In 2007, Tintori submitted his senior thesis film to the Sundance Film Festival and was selected of the 4,400 entries to be screened at the festival. His film, "Deat

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Pic of the Day: DropDead To Play At Wesleyan

DropDead To Play At Wesleyan
DropDead will also be playing at Wesleyan in the WestCo Cafe at 8:30 on Saturday, December 6th. It just happens to be the same night as Girl Talk, so plan your night accordingly. The Wesleyan campus will explode with music next weekend!
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Threepenny Opera At Wesleyan

Threepenny Opera At Wesleyan

This semester's opera at Wesleyan is The Threepenny Opera. Performances will take place next week from December 3rd- December 7th. Buy your tickets now as they are going fast! Saturday night is already sold out.

 

Here is  the  Center for the Arts' description of the event: 

 

A milestone of 20th-century

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Latest comment by Anonymous: I saw it performed Wednesday and it was so amazing. Very talented cast!

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Girl Talk Comes To Wesleyan

Girl Talk Comes To Wesleyan

Girl Talk is coming to campus next Saturday, December 6th. The concert will be held to benefit the Wesleyan Financial Aid program. So if you are one of the 1,500 lucky souls to score a ticket start celebrating. Also, all tickets sold were quadrupuled by anonymous Wesleyan donors. Don't forget to wear your

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Pic of the Day: What Does The Blue Man Group Have In Common With Wesleyan?

What Does The Blue Man Group Have In Common With Wesleyan?
The Blue Man Group, a trio of mute, musical performers, was founded by Wesleyan alumnus Christopher Wink '83 (center).
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Wesleyan Early-Decision Applications Up 40 Percent

Wesleyan Early-Decision Applications Up 40 Percent

Wesleyan’s Early-Decision Round I admissions applications were due last weekend. Remarkably, the Admissions Office has reported a forty percent increase in applications. While this year was initially speculated to show a dip in applications due to the nation’s financial crisis, Wesley

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