Olivia Cyrus
Staff Reporter
olivia.cyrus@yale.edu
Olivia Cyrus covers the Yale College Council at Yale. Originally from Collierville, Tennessee, she is a first year in Morse College majoring in English.
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Running into friendships, romance and other problems: “Treadmill Play” puts college relationships to the test

Audrey Kolker ’25, playwright and director of “Treadmill Play,” strives to bring humor and heart to the Saybrook Underbrook via three treadmills, yoga mats and a fast-paced production.

November 6, 2024

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YSO’s Halloween annual concert promises a night of excitement

From a Yale-spoofed silent film to eerie symphonic twists on pop hits, the Yale Symphony Orchestra’s sold-out Halloween Show promises thrills, chills and musical magic for the lucky few.

October 29, 2024

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Elections 101: Yalies learn about the 2024 race live

While many Yale students head to the ballot box, they return to class to learn about the presidential election.

October 24, 2024

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Joshua Rosenblum ’83 MUS ’85 chronicles Yale’s musical theater dynamic duo

Rosenblum’s new book, “Closer Than Ever,” highlights the Broadway legacy of Yale alums Richard Maltby Jr. ’59 DRA ’62 and David Shire ’59 and offers a deep dive into their six decades of collaboration.

October 11, 2024

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YCC pushes to reinstate to-go boxes amid student demand

Led by Anna Krans ’27 and Sahra Wahedi ’27, the YCC advocates for eco-friendly takeout solutions, challenging Yale's SmartMeals program and urging administrators to address student concerns about dietary accessibility and convenience.

October 11, 2024

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“Ain’t No Mo’” arrives at Yale: A bold satire on Black identity in America

Directed by Kemar Jewel DRA ’25, the provocative play explores the complexities of Black life through comedy and tragedy. The show will be staged by students at the David Geffen School of Drama and will run from Oct. 19 to 25.

October 8, 2024

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AACC’s “The Asian Ballot” aims to mobilize and educate voters

In a push for civic engagement, Yale students emphasize the intersection of education and political action in empowering the AAPI community ahead of the elections.

October 2, 2024

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2024 presidential candidate Cornel West discusses faith and liberation at YPU debate

The presidential candidate and Princeton professor emeritus challenged students to rethink the intersection of church, freedom and personal identity.

September 29, 2024

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Yale School of Art, NYU Abu Dhabi bridge cultures in new residency program

A new post-MFA residency program aims to expand artistic global perspective and creative practices across two distinct cultural landscapes.

September 25, 2024

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Windham Campbell Prizes spotlight the world’s most innovative writers

Yale’s prestigious festival honors diverse writers, creating a unique space for global voices to shine and literary traditions to evolve.

September 19, 2024

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The View from Here: Yale Center for British Art highlights the work of young photographers in New Haven

New Haven youth capture city’s essence through art in Center for British Art’s annual photography exhibit.

September 12, 2024