April 2025 marked the 100th anniversary of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s The Great Gatsby. The novel, which is still a must-read in high schools, has been adapted into a handful of movies, a Broadway musical, and, more recently, a ballet. Fitzgerald’s most famous work is often remembered for its vivid imagery, poignant dialogue, convoluted characters, and […]
In lieu of The Cowl’s Valentine’s Day edition, I think it is appropriate to discuss a show that I believe to be about love: The Wonder Years. The Wonder Years is a fictional TV show set in the late ’60s and early ’70s that romanticizes and shares the tales of the life of Kevin Arnold, […]
On Thursday, Jan. 29, the political science department hosted an event titled “Change or Rupture: The U.S. and the World!” featuring Dr. Ruth Ben-Artzi, Dr. Thea Riofrancos, and Dr. Gizem Zencirci. The panel presented a well-rounded idea of their geopolitical concerns, and they each addressed different areas where they found particular concern regarding the United […]
Thousands Gather in Protest at RI State Capitol On Friday, Jan. 30, thousands of people gathered at the Rhode Island State House for an ICE Out National Day of Action protest. The streets were filled with high school students, college students, families, Providence community members, and Rhode Island residents. Protesters had signs with phrases like […]
As the country reacts to the recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement related shootings in Minneapolis, MN, many states have begun to make changes to restrict ICE activities. In Massachusetts, Governor Maura Healey announced new regulations and has made several legislative proposals. One of these proposals includes an executive order that would stop the state from […]
The Future of Dialogue at Providence College On Wednesday, Jan. 28, Dialogue, Inclusion, and Democracy Lab Fellows Isabelle Camoin ’26 and Shannon Kelly ’26 hosted a community dinner with various dialogue stakeholders on campus. Representatives from several clubs and organizations on campus, including Residence Life, BMSA, BOP, Civic Engagement Taskforce, SHEPARD, ECOPC, The Cowl, NERLab, […]
Last week, a winter storm characterized by ice, sleet, and copious amounts of snow struck the United States, causing major power outages, severe damage, and inaccessible roads. The storm, which has been unofficially named Winter Storm Fern by the Weather Channel, brought historic weather to large swaths of Mexico, Canada, and the U.S. In the […]
On Friday, Jan. 30, the Humanities Forum hosted alumnus Dr. Michael Sullivan ’88 to speak about “Truth, Courage, and the Discipline of Perception Under Pressure.” Dr. Iain Bernhoft and Sullivan sat down in the Ruane Center for the Humanities 105 to discuss his work in law and research in individuals’ perceptions under extreme circumstances, especially […]
Happy spring semester! I hope everyone had a restful break and a good start to the semester. I know that I usually keep my ed columns pretty silly and focus on whatever my current random thoughts are, but unfortunately, due to the state of the world, I have had less time to think about these […]
Most reading this have probably never heard of Foxy Shazam, nor is it likely that they know anyone who has—at least not beyond one song. It’s a shame, really, because underneath their current obscurity lies an incredible group of musicians who create fantastic works of art. Admittedly, I only discovered the band this past September, […]