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University of Southern Indiana's student publication | USI | student newspaper

The Shield

Amanda Smith’s “Sunset (Silver Maple)” is featured in the “Yard Times” collection Oct. 2 in the Melvin Peterson Gallery. This painting was used as the promotional art for the exhibition. (Photo courtesy of Amanda Smith)

‘Yard Times’ is unbe-leaf-able

Nico Armeanu, Arts Editor October 16, 2024

“Yard Times” is an art exhibition featuring mixed media artwork by artist Amanda Smith. Smith works as a senior lecturer in painting at Indiana University. The show opened Sept. 3 and will be on...

Jade Griffy, Rayn Miller and LillyBea Ireland take their bows during the dress rehearsal of "Vanities” Sept. 24 at the USI Mallette Studio Theatre.

‘Vanities’ is a heartfelt, emotional, comedic performance

Emma Gahbhart October 15, 2024

I attended a performance of JackHeifner’s “Vanities” in the Helen M. Mallette Studio Theatre Sept. 27. The three-act play, set in the 1960-70s, follows three young women, Kathy (Rayn Miller),...

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” premiered Sept. 6, is the sequel to the 1988 film “Beetlejuice.” (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros.)

‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ did not make my millennium

Nico Armeanu, Arts Editor September 17, 2024

This review contains spoilers for “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.”  As that time of year approaches, when the entrance to Walmart is overrun with Halloween decorations, a beloved franchise has made its...

Lead singer Dylan Minnette performs at the Wallows “Model” Tour on September 3rd at St. Louis Music Park.

Wallows’ “Model” Tour is indie rock at its finest

Tegan Ruhl, Lifestyle Editor September 11, 2024

It’s almost been a week, and I’m still thinking about the Wallows “Model” tour.  At the beginning of the summer, the band released its third studio album “Model” and released their North...

The honey toast at 2nd Language features a warm loaf of crispy-crunchy toast, warm miso syrup, fresh seasonal fruit and vanilla gelato April 1. (Photo by David Graber)

2nd Language: Best for an indulgent snack

David Graber, Staff Writer April 19, 2023

My adventurous taste buds brought me on a journey through Evansville to 2nd Language at 401 NW 2nd St. for a second time. In all honesty, it has been about seven months since my last visit, as I was...

"The Super Mario Bros. Movie" is the newest animated film from Illumination Entertainment, and the first film heavily produced by Nintendo. (Courtesy of Universal Pictures)

“The Super Mario Bros. Movie” is the most potent form of nostalgia bait

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer April 12, 2023

The most famous video game mascot finally got his second chance at a theatrically released feature film. From the studio that brought us “Despicable Me,” “The Lorax” and “The Secret Life of Pets”...

“CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale” is the deluxe edition of Tyler, The Creator's sixth studio album and includes seven new songs that didn't make the album's initial release. (Photo courtesy of Tyler, The Creator)

“CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST: The Estate Sale” is a rhythmic, deluxe revamp to the original album

Tegan Ruhl, Assistant Lifestyle Editor April 12, 2023

When Tyler, The Creator released his sixth studio album, “CALL ME IF YOU GET LOST,” the music industry was shaken up again by his creative instrumentals and witty yet vulnerable lyrics. Now, he’s...

Pizza Tower is a new indie platformer with fast gameplay and an abundance of charm. (Courtesy of Tour De Pizza)

“Pizza Tower” is a perfect video game

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer March 22, 2023

After over five years of development, indie developer Tour De Pizza finally released their action platformer, “Pizza Tower.” The game was released Jan. 26 and has garnered a massive fanbase online....

"65" is a science fiction dinosaur film from the writers of "A Quiet Place."(Courtesy of Bron Creative)

“65” brings back fun mid-budget sci-fi

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer March 15, 2023

With a title card sequence directly inspired by “2001: A Space Odyssey” and “Alien,” “65” draws the audience in with its extremely simple concept: a visitor from another planet lands on Earth...

"Bloodborne," released Mar. 24, 2015, was developed by "Dark Souls" developer FromSoftware. "Bloodborne" is the evolution of the "souls-like" formula and is one of the greatest PlayStation exclusive games that released on the PS4. (Photo courtesy of FromSoftware)

Bloodborne is a masterpiece in gameplay, worldbuilding and horror

Ian Young, Staff Writer March 15, 2023

When “Elden Ring” came out, I had a friend constantly pressure me to buy it so we could play together. I was intimidated and didn’t want to spend the $60, so I decided to play a game that was sitting...

The creator of "Abbott Elementry," Quinta Brunson, plays Janine Teagues, an optimistic and caring second-grade teacher. (Photo courtesy of American Broadcasting Companies)

“Abbott Elementary” shows the struggles of school systems in a light-hearted way

Abigail Durham, Staff Writer February 22, 2023

The ABC TV series “Abbott Elementary” first aired in late 2021 and has won several Emmys, Golden Globes, TCA and Critics Choice awards. The 28-episode sitcom was created by Quinta Brunson, who also...

"Ant-Man and The Wasp: Quantumania" is the first film in Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Courtesy of Marvel Studios)

“Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” goes too big

Ian Lloyd, Staff Writer February 22, 2023

“Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania” is the first film in Phase Five of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It positioned itself as a huge event that would further develop the main antagonist of the MCU...

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