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The Courier

College of DuPage's Student Newspaper

The Courier

Official cover art of Norton Critical Edition of Ethan Frome.

The Intricacies of “Ethan Frome”

In her novel “Ethan Frome,” Edith Wharton crafts a work with realistic characters, a complex plot and hidden themes that make the short book a worthwhile read.
Sarah Kueking, Managing Editor
April 24, 2023
“Little Miss Sunshine” Embraces the Disappointment in Life

“Little Miss Sunshine” Embraces the Disappointment in Life

“Little Miss Sunshine” is inspirational in its disappointment, giving us a new view on life and its challenges.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
April 24, 2023
Graphic by Mariyam Syed

Burdens and Bounties in the “Beautiful Country”: Book Review

The 2021 memoir, “Beautiful Country,” tells the story of author Qian Julie Wang as she navigated her childhood in New York City as an illegal immigrant.
Mariyam Syed, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
“Tar” Creates a Controversy-Centered World of Its Own

“Tar” Creates a Controversy-Centered World of Its Own

“Tar,” through a seamless combination of its elements, creates a world of its own that mirrors ours to a T, giving us a unique perspective into recent controversies.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
“His Only Son” Does Little to Push Beyond B-Movie Status

“His Only Son” Does Little to Push Beyond B-Movie Status

The combination of bad editing, shoddy makeup and poor pacing make “His Only Son” a mediocre flick.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
Killer Klassix: Knuckle Puck: “Don’t Come Home”

Killer Klassix: Knuckle Puck: “Don’t Come Home”

The band capitalizes on an abstract composition to entice the listener and using relative, vulnerable lyrics to perfectly match melody to sentiment.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
April 10, 2023
Killer Cuts: Real Friends: “There’s Nothing Worse Than Too Late”

Killer Cuts: Real Friends: “There’s Nothing Worse Than Too Late”

Real Friends’s new lead vocalist adds his own flavor to an ensemble of longtime friends who are dedicated to their craft, using every release as a stepping stone to achieve a great album.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
April 10, 2023
Photograph by Elizabeth Barbosa

Free the Food: Crisis at COD

An ongoing lack of later food options at COD, and what it means for the community.
Mariana Quezada, Staff Writer
April 5, 2023
Photo of Cody Johnson, leader singer of Until I Wake

In The Pit: Until I Wake; Dark Divine; Catch Your Breath; Sakoya

On March 16, six emerging metalcore bands took the stage at The W.C. Social Club to bring forth a nuance sound, astounding talent and garner a sound rooted in the community.
Antonio Llanos and Noah McBrien
March 20, 2023
Graphic by Khadijah Rashid

Books That “Get” Girl Stuff

In honor of Women’s History Month, these books by women depict and unpack female experiences.
Khadijah Rashid, Staff Writer
March 20, 2023
Fast Color - a Dystopic, Small-time Superhero Story

“Fast Color” – a Dystopic, Small-time Superhero Story

“Fast Color" is a flimsy attempt to stray from the ordinary superhero formula.
Noah McBrien, Staff Writer
March 20, 2023
Killer Klassix: Alive In Standby; Dream Status EP

Killer Klassix: Alive In Standby; “Dream Status” EP

Alive in Standby takes the pain in stride, crafting an EP that is a balance of electronic pop, aggressive metalcore with a touch of sensual R&B that can be for your first time metalcore listener, or a long established fan.
Antonio Llanos, Staff Writer
March 19, 2023
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