FEATURES

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Artist to speak at women's conference

The women and gender studies program will present "Challenges, Opportunities, Possibilities," this year's gender conference at Seton Hall, on Friday, March 28.

Is it formally spring yet?

Spring formal season is slowly approaching and that means a scramble for the perfect outfit! Due to the steep price of formal, many girls look for deals concerning their dresses. Forever21, Tobi, Charlotte Russe and sometimes Macy's are safe bets to find a cheap, but stylish gown. To be really thrifty, girls may even look to their sisters to borrow dresses.

Students 'entertained' by faculty talents

The Third Annual Faculty Talent Show, sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences as well as the College of Education and Human Services, took place in the Pirates Cove on Thursday, March 20. Students were entertained for the night by a series of performances put on by many of their exceptionally talented professors. Past shows have featured many faculty members from the university presenting anything from comedy routines to even singing opera. In addition to the entertainment, all the proceeds from the event go to a charity in need.

Divergent' in different direction than novel

Popular books have always served as inspiration for movies. The idea of finally experiencing the many words, concepts, revelations, and "AHA!" moments fleshed out on screen brings mass attention not only from die-hard fans, but people who may need to see the movie prior to reading the book or those who are too busy or lazy to read the book. And as this long-standing tradition continues, it was only a matter of time before the hit book trilogy "Divergent" would take to mass media entertainments worldwide.

Students strategize to create perfect schedules

Making a good schedule can make or break your semester. With registration rapidly approaching, students are getting ready for the hectic time in hopes of getting the classes they so desperately want and are trying not to get too stressed while doing it.

GrooveBoston staff customizes show for unique SHU experience

Bright clothes, dark room, neon lights, loud music and two rocking DJs on stage. The pervasive energy throughout the room urges the crowd to jump to the beat with their hands in the air, making all the foot-stepping and accidental elbowing worthwhile.

Resurrection' tests faith and logic

What if someone close to you that passed away just showed up at your doorstep alive, but not in zombie form, and looked just as they did after years of being gone? After much hype, the brand new family drama series "Resurrection" hit television screens on March 9 on ABC, and makes that a reality.

New drama turns viewers into 'Believers'

With high strung action from the start; a family driving through a winding road in the woods is targeted by another vehicle on a dark, rainy night. As the car crash settles, we hear the father say, "they found her," speaking of the young, innocent girl in the backseat.

Fan-funded film has broad appeal

Less than a year after the Kickstarter campaign for a "Veronica Mars" movie started, the film came to life to the joy of its fans. More than doubling the amount the project hoped to raise, fans showed their dedication to the project early on and saw their money's use when the film came to theaters March 14.

Need for Speed' pleases action seekers

Based on one the most successful racing video game franchises today, the stunt-heavy, action-packed "Need for Speed" debuted in theaters March 14. This latest manifestation of America's love for muscle cars and the open road must be taken at face value in order to be enjoyed. There isn't more substance to this film than the car chases, explosions and action for action's sake.

String quartet to put unique spin on pop songs

What do Mozart and Lady Gaga have in common? More than you would think. At least, that's what Well-Strung has been demonstrating. Since forming in 2012, the string quartet has developed an impressive following, performing classical takes on modern pop music. In fact, their act is so popular first violinist Edmund Bagnell, second violinist Christopher Marchant, violist Trevor Wadleigh and cellist Daniel Shevlin have played all over the world, including a recent appearance on the "Today" show.

Spring into fashion

It's time to unload those bulky sweaters and warm winter parkas from your closet and make way for floral, amongst other exotic patterns, to bloom.

Psych-O's say goodbye

Campus Irish club makes rare second NYC St. Patrick's parade appearance

St. Patrick's Day was kicked off with an exciting bang when over 50 Seton Hall students, faculty, alumni and friends marched down Fifth Avenue in celebration of their Irish culture and heritage.

"Saint George" in need of a miracle

George Lopez has created and produced another sitcom that surrenders to his self-deprecating humor that premiered on FX on March 6.

The Talking Dead' companion series aids success of original drama

It is never unusual to recap a favorite television show episode with a group of peers just after it has ended; to discuss the events of the episode, character impact, and who will be next to be killed off is only natural. For some reality TV shows and most sporting events, there are formal post-programming talk shows, known as companion programs, dedicated to reviewing what unfolded just moments ago. Some drama series are now developing their own post programming companion series such as Falling Skies and Breaking Bad but none have been more successful than AMC's "The Talking Dead", airing immediately after the network's zombie-apocalypse sensation "The Walking Dead".

Mind Games' loses audience

A new psychological drama has just been introduced on ABC in the form of the television series "Mind Games", which premiered on Feb. 25.

Biblical movie is right choice

Religion is a controversial topic within today's society, especially when it comes to recreating or expressing a specified religion through art such as cinema. The risk that lies between offensiveness and respect as well as factuality and dramatization is a line that can easily make or break viewer's thoughts on the film.

Non-Stop' is top-notch

"Non-Stop" took audiences by surprise when it hit theaters on Feb. 24. This film delivered with s top-notch cast, including Liam Neeson ("Taken" and "Schindler's List") Julianne Moore ("Blindness" and "Crazy, Stupid, Love"), Tom Bowen, Michelle Dockery and Nate Parker, just to name a few. The films initial success begs the question, what has "Non-Stop"done differently than other action films that produced such high interest?

Harlan Coben to appear at Words Bookstore

Harlan Coben is on a roll. His last six novels have all debuted at No. 1 on the New York Times' bestseller list. A few of his books are currently being developed into film and television projects. And on March 18, his latest mystery thriller "Missing You" will hit bookstores nationwide.