Tim Burton does not disappoint. His direction of the film “Big Eyes,” which is about artist Margaret Keane (Amy Adams) turned out to be a work of art. Keane’s artwork never received the attention it deserved until she met Walter Keane…
This story was originally published in the Jan. 26 issue of Fourth Estate. Allison Lundy, staff writer Mason music students are making their mark on the D.C. area and even the world. Many music majors at Mason go on to…
Last Thursday, The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced their nominations for the 2015 Oscars. Much to the dismay of avid movie watchers, the academy made nominations that were boring and without diversity. In particular, the academy did…
Tatyana White, staff writer Looking for a way to de-stress while enjoying the great outdoors? Mason has new ways to make that possible for its students. The university now offers Outdoor Adventures, which offers weekly trips hiking, rafting and…
This story was originally published in the Nov. 24 issue of Fourth Estate. Written by Savannah Norton with wine pairings from Connor Smith The holidays are the perfect time of year to bake to your hearts’ content and to…
Ashley Anne Strobridge, staff writer The organic produce is an expanding trend on Mason’s campus. Not only does the Office of Sustainability sponsor a weekly farmer’s market, but there are also a number of gardens and greenhouses on campus dedicated…
This story was originally published in the Nov. 24 issue of Fourth Estate. The Washington area has a thriving theater scene. Every year brings new ideas and diverse shows. The winter season is no different. “Bad Jews” Studio Theater: 1501…
This story was originally published in the Nov. 24 issue of Fourth Estate. Jevette Brown, staff writer As the holidays approach and the Secret Santa sticks are drawn, college students everywhere are on a budget and struggling to find decent…
The Mason Players present, “Dido, Queen of Carthage” this weekend. The play is written by Christopher Marlowe and directed by Mason senior, Rebecca Wahls. Photo credit: Ruthie Rado
Ashley Anne Strobridge, staff writer Every Wednesday, a small but engaged group of Mason students and alumni meet to discuss a topic that for many goes unnoticed. The book club, Men Who Write About Women, aims to dissect the idea…