The Festival of the Arts celebrates its 18th year with over 75 events, uniting the Big Rapids community through concerts, workshops and performances focused on creativity and health. Besides hosting […]
Culture
Unleashing voices
The Black Student Union celebrated creativity and culture with an Open Mic Night through performances that highlighted artistic expression. On Thursday, Feb. 20, the Black Student Union hosted an Open […]
Legacy of music
Playing in three orchestras simultaneously is unprecedented, but playing in the same orchestra for 52 years and being in two other orchestras is unheard of. For 86-year-old Ella Villa, it’s […]
Perseverance through fiber art
Detroit-based fiber artist Cat Washington presents “Insoluble Fibers” in hopes of inspiring the community through her story and overcoming her struggles through fiber art. “Insoluble Fibers” is Washington’s solo exhibition […]
A Valentine’s night of music
Big Rapids’ Festival of the Arts offers multiple artistic shows and workshops throughout February and local artists such as painters, photographers and musicians gather together to showcase their talents. Valentine’s […]
Current campus tunes
According to many students across campus, music is an integral part of culture, with students’ tastes in music displaying a great deal of diversity. At Ferris, music serves as a […]
30 years of empowerment
The Black Leaders Aspiring for Critical Knowledge celebrated its 30th annual Image Awards, honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to the community. The 30th annual Image Awards, hosted by […]
Leadership and change at Ferris
There’s no better way to kick off Black History Month than with a conversation about where we’ve come from and where we’re going. On Tuesday, Feb. 4, the First-Gen Organization […]
Media Minute
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX halftime show on Feb. 9, was a powerful blend of cultural commentary and musical artistry. The performance began with actor Samuel L. Jackson portraying “Uncle […]
Embracing the year of the snake
The International Student Organization kicked off the Year of the Snake by celebrating the Lunar New Year on Jan. 29. The celebration began with the opening of red envelopes, a […]