The Universal and the Particular refers to the first two aspects of the Dharmadhatu, which is a Mahayana Buddhism term meaning “realm of phenomena” or “realm of eternal truth”. The Universal and the Particular are sometimes also called “non-dual and dual” “the ultimate and phenomenal”, “absolute and relative” “identity and difference”, and so on. The exhibiting artists Khang Nguyen, Jennifer...

The franchise has caused "Art the Clown" to join the likes of "Chucky", "Michael Myers", and "Freddy Krueger" as a slasher icon. The "Terrifier" franchise earns their celebration due to their overwhelming box-office success for a fully independent franchise that seems to be a step in the right direction for the future of the horror genre. However, the franchise has...

The Eras Tour is a three-and-a-half hour long concert where Taylor Swift performs songs from ten albums and includes a surprise song segment, celebrating her different eras. Thousands of fans attended in person and countless more joined livestreams, leaving a lasting impact on fans. Cities have welcomed and celebrated the tour by accommodating Swift and her fans in numerous ways,...

This in-depth podcast interview with Rob Gulack of The Lettermen will offer our campus community a rare glimpse into the Grammy-nominated band’s six-decade history. The legendary vocal group is known for its timeless classics like “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” and “Put Your Head on My Shoulder", starting from its origins in 1959 Las Vegas when Capitol Records helped...

Ashes at Last, a metal/crabcore band hailing from the Inland Empire, began its story in 2022 when a group of musicians were united by their drive to push the boundaries of metalcore. Each member—Caesar (drums), Calvin (rhythm guitar), Niko (vocals), Jude (lead guitar), and Michael, also known as Guxxi (bass)—brings their unique talents and backgrounds to the table, creating a...

On October 10th, Rancho Chaffey campus hosted a World Mental Health Day event in the quad, offering a variety of supportive services for students and families facing mental health challenges. The event, held from 11 am - 1 pm, brought together local resource centers dedicated to helping those dealing with a current or ongoing crisis. Chaffey’s quad buzzed with activity...

“There’s no such thing as an ending; just a place where you leave the story” -Maggie Smith. Murriel Donnely, The Second-Best Exotic Marigold Hotel. On September 27th, 2024, Margaret “Maggie” Smith passed away at the age of 89. Most renowned for role as Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry Potter franchise, Smith appeared in a total of 60 films and...

When an entertainment icons passes on, their passing leaves an impact within popular culture as massive and significant as their accomplishments during their lifetime. Even after death, such icons live on through the legacies they leave behind ― legacies defined by roles and performances that captivate and influence the imagination of many. Such is the case with the recent passing...

Pop music has been the comfortable genre of the average person’s brain. The “vanilla” genre of music, that’s to say, is enjoyable and popular, but it is safe. Things have shifted in recent memory as it's become a main genre in the rotation of music fans in search of something a bit more artistic or “different”. Main artists and groups...