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English Morning combines rich almond, coffee and chocolate liqueurs with cream and bold coffee for a perfect European getaway. Serve with toasted bread to balance the sweetness of the drink.

Getaway in a glass

By Mathew Soulis | October 14, 2014

Even though you weren’t lucky enough to study abroad this semester, close your eyes and enjoy these overseas shots to feel like you’re in a faraway place.Russian BirthdayWhat you need: Shaker 2-ounce shot glass 1/2 ounce vodka 1/2 ounce Kahlúa coffee...

Legend Mane performs Thursday at The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway. Student rapper Legend is set to release “The Care Package,” which will be dedicated to students, and is participating in several other projects.

Rapper dedicates ‘Care Package’ to all students

By Alex Hyde | October 14, 2014

Senior communication major Keith Winford’s rap lyrics are getting more personal.Winford, known as Legend Mane, performed Thursday at The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway, and he is featured on Marquis Hill’s album “Modern Flows Ep. Vol. 1.”...

Brighten up room with fall artwork

By Kevin Bartelt | October 13, 2014

Colorful autumn paintings reflect the outside’s beauty even in a cubicle-like room.With these artworks on students’ walls, their imagination can’t escape spending time in the vivid, liberating sceneries.“Rain’s Rustle” by Leonid AfremovLeonid...

Ethereal Groove Inc.

Ethereal Groove Inc.

By Alex Dosen | October 12, 2014

Noe Perez (left) and James Hernandez (right) of Ethereal Groove Inc. perform Oct.  at The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln Highway. Ethereal Groove Inc. is from Chicago and brought high-energy songs to the concert. The band incorporates the intensity of a...

Ex’Pression looks to diversify with artistic events

By Deanna Frances | October 12, 2014

Ex’Pression, an organization for students to express artistic talents, plans to work with performing art programs to improve the its cultural and artistic diversity.Ex’Pression, which was founded in 2009 by alumni Keith Winford and Ariel Hamilton,...

The Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra performs Oct. 11 in the Boutell Memorial Concert Hall. The concert featured the world premiere of composer Adam Silverman’s “The Hedgehog’s Dilemma: Concerto for Violin and Cello,” which had solos from sisters Elisa and Amy Sue Barston.

Kish Orchestra pays tribute to former director

By Claire Buchanan | October 12, 2014

Correction: A Monday article called “Kish Orchestra pays tribute to former director” incorrectly said the orchestra’s Halloween concert is $10 for students and $15 for adults. The concert is free. The Kishwaukee Symphony Orchestra’s fall concert,...

Homecoming 2014 Drinks

By Matt Soulis | October 9, 2014

Tropical Sun DropFill 1/3 of your cup with coconut vodka or coconut rum, 1/3 with orange juice and 1/3 with pineapple juice. Top the mix with just a splash of grenadine. Stir and serve with ice.Horny Girl ScoutShake 1 ounce of white crème de menthe with...

Dancer Christina Eltvedt laughs with dancer Paul Christiano in a rehearsal for “An Evening of Naughty Thoughts.” The performance, which is a collaboration between faculty, alumni and a student, premieres 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10 at 2155 W. Irving Park Road in Chicago. The production features two plays written and directed by theater professor Lucas Krueger and choreographed by dance professor Paula Frasz.

“An Evening of Naughty Thoughts”

By Photo Courtesy Zoe Hamilton | October 8, 2014

Dancer Christina Eltvedt laughs with dancer Paul Christiano in a rehearsal for “An Evening of Naughty Thoughts.” The performance, which is a collaboration between faculty, alumni and a student, premieres 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10 at 2155 W. Irving Park Road...

Dancer Christina Eltvedt laughs with dancer Paul Christiano in a rehearsal for “An Evening of Naughty Thoughts.” The performance, which is a collaboration between faculty, alumni and a student, premieres 7:30 p.m. Oct. 10 at 2155 W. Irving Park Road in Chicago. The production features two plays written and directed by theater professor Lucas Krueger and choreographed by dance professor Paula Frasz.

Professors, alumni explore ‘Naughty Thoughts’

By Claire Buchanan | October 8, 2014

Update: The Saturday benefit performance will now be at 2155 W. Irving Park Road in Chicago — not O’Donovan’s, 2100 W. Irving Park Road. Tickets for the benefit show can be purchased at brownbagtickets.com.Hilda, played by actor Christina Eltvedt,...

Heartwarming songs like “Ms. Jackson” by Outkast are a nice addition to one’s Homecoming playlist.

Homecoming Playlist

By Kevin Bartelt | October 8, 2014

Homecoming, or in layman’s term “coming home,” requires a groundbreaking, epic playlist to act as one’s survival guide.I’m being modest when I say listening to my profoundly prolific Homecoming mixtape is like finding out Professor Albus Dumbledore...

Weekend Preview: Oct. 9-Oct. 11

By Kevin Bartelt | October 8, 2014

ThursdayWhat: Pumpkin Spice and Everything NiceWhen: 11 a.m.Where: Ellington’s RestaurantCost: $10What: Legend ManeWhen: 9:30 p.m.Where: The House Cafe, 263 E. Lincoln HighwayCost: $7FridayWhat: Steve SmoothWhen: 11 p.m.Where: Rosy’s Roadhouse, 930...

Club gives all students chance to be in gallery

By Sabreena Saleem | October 7, 2014

Ars Nova members have collaborated with students of all majors to display their artwork Thursday at Gallery 215, 215 Fourth St.Ars Nova, a student-run art club, is hosting its first student-led gallery event of the year starting 6 p.m. The Ars Nova Student...