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Phoenix Staff Picks of 2024

Literature: Lidia Biggs Woman at Point Zero by Nawal El Saadawi (1977) ★ Words can't even describe how phenomenal this is, just read it. Memphis Powers Annihilation by Jef VanderMeer (2014) ★ Biological horror and underground spires, this book is…

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Phoenix Staff Picks of 2023

LITERATURE Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner (2021) People throw around the phrase "modern classic" without critically thinking about the message a piece of media carries and its longevity. When used in association with this book, no words could…

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Phoenix Staff Picks of 2022

LITERATURE On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong (2019) Heartbreaking poetic prose that might just lead to daydreaming, creating, or even hope. - Diana If You Come Softly by Jacqueline Woodson (1998) This YA novel had me crying in a coffee…

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McClung’s Repatriation Exhibit: A University’s Attempt to Give Back

Written by Abby-Noelle Potter Edited by Presley Cowan The societal push for justice in recent years has demanded that institutions be transparent in their negative involvement of marginalized peoples. The University of Tennessee's McClung Museum has recently opened the exhibition of…

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The Museum of Infinite Outcomes

Words and Video by Diana Dalton Edited by Presley Cowan The Museum of Infinite Outcomes, an open-air museum in Knoxville's very own Parkridge neighborhood, is home to more than meets the eye. With meandering gardens, rotating exhibits and a free…

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Intersections of Protest, Art, and the University

Written by Diana Dalton Edited by Josh Strange Posters. Chants. Marches. T-shirts. Sit ins. Walk outs. Violence. Division. Throughout the history of the modern university, student protest has been a constant presence. In America, there lies a rich history of…

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The University’s Beauty: Intention Beyond Functionality 

Written by Abby-Noelle Potter Edited by Josh Strange The side door of Clement Hall flings open as I untangle my headphones and begin speed walking to class. As I head to my 10:00 am, I briefly look around. The identifiable…

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Book of the Month: My Year of Rest and Relaxation

Written by Aslan Gossett Edited by Josh Strange (Mostly Spoiler Free) Ottessa Moshfegh’s second book, My Year of Rest and Relaxation, explores its 300-some pages with postmodern monologues and an inverse metamorphosis story for the ages. Set in New York between 2000…

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A Closer Look at the Gallery 1010 Showcase for Issue 64

Taylor Kolnick Drifting 35mm 2021 Price available upon request   Griffin Allman Maybe if you go to sleep happy, then you'll wake up happy Acrylic and watercolor on canvas 2021 $350 “My artistic practice consists of abstract paintings and drawings…

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The History of “Euphoria Makeup,” Beyond Glitter Tears

Written by Sadie Kimbrough Edited by Josh Strange The never ending commotion surrounding HBO’s Euphoria is not without controversy, but its meticulous creative direction allows the coming of age series stylistic recognizability unlike any other. While the newest season seems…

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