This was my first time attending the ren faire and it was incredibly fun! It was really interesting to be able to see the world that people had created at the faire. All of the buildings in the faire as well as the costumes that the employees and visitors were wearing really created the atmosphere… Continue reading Renaissance Faire
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An evening with artist and author Nell Painter
Sofiya Yusina: As I walked into the Firestone Room, I saw before myself the renowned writer and artist Nell Painter in the flesh. It was such an honor that we got the opportunity to talk with her about her career as a historian and writer and a professor at Princeton University and then her lived… Continue reading An evening with artist and author Nell Painter
Tap, Race, and Broadway’s Shuffle Along
This past Thursday and Friday, I witnessed the Reactivating Memory symposium come to life. The symposium was months in the making, acknowledging the centennials of two important events in American history, the Tulsa Race Massacre and the opening of the hit Broadway show Shuffle Along. Friday’s symposium included performances by singers, poets, musicians, and dancers,… Continue reading Tap, Race, and Broadway’s Shuffle Along
Crafting Nights, Spring ’20
Every few weeks, a member of the Collective leads a workshop on crafting something special, such as jewelry or stationary kits. It’s a great opportunity for students to gain experience leading a group through a project – not to mention the inexpensive gifts and treats that we have once the tutorial ends. Although our series… Continue reading Crafting Nights, Spring ’20
The American Museum of Natural History – Guided Tour, ’20
This spring, the Collective traveled to New York with members of the Mathey community to explore one of America’s most esteemed institutions. The tour was led by the Museum’s associate director of graphic design, Catharine Weese, and Molly Magnell, who designed the “Addressing the Statue” exhibit at the AMNH. This special exhibit explores the meaning… Continue reading The American Museum of Natural History – Guided Tour, ’20
Virtual Brunches, Spring ’20
With the second half of the spring semester shifting to distance learning and remote programming, the Edwards Collective adapted its weekly brunches to a virtual format. Every week, members “zoomed” into brunch from the comfort of their own homes (or beds). We chatted over self-directed breakfasts, broke out into groups of various interests and sizes,… Continue reading Virtual Brunches, Spring ’20
La Traviata
“Last Saturday was my first experience going to the Met! Although I love theatre and have seen quite a few stage performances, I had had very little exposure to operas prior to the trip. I know now that it is definitely something I want to continue seeing in the future! The performance we saw, La… Continue reading La Traviata
Thesis Fairies
With senior years comes graduation and the hallowed walk through the Princeton gates. One milestone which must be passed first, however, is the senior thesis. In order to ease the anxiety and extend some TLC to our senior members, this year the Collective asked their more junior members to becomes “thesis fairies” – devoted gift… Continue reading Thesis Fairies
Akhnaten, Met Opera ’19
This fall, we took several students to see the Metropolitan Oper’s performance of Akhnaten, which is a contemporary reimagining of the Sun God’s rise and fall from power. With a score written by Philip Glass, we were mesmerized by the layered, rhythmic music and song – not to mention the jugglers!
Crafts & Snacks Fall 2019
Every other Thursday evening, members of the collective and friends from Mathey meet to make collages, bubble art, sketch in the museums, etc.