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Battle of the Five Armies: Smaug dies and nothing else happens

Battle of the Five Armies: Smaug dies and nothing else happens

Eddie Sheehy, A&E Editor
December 17, 2014

There is no denying that Peter Jacksons original Lord of the Rings trilogy is one of the most stunning film series ever to grace the big screen. Their wide spread popularity and immense financial success made the adaptation of the prequels, “The Hobbit” a given. Over the...

Forget the classics, a list of alternative Christmas Movies

Forget the classics, a list of alternative Christmas Movies

Sean Koepfinger, Assistant A&E Editor
December 16, 2014

It’s that time of year again.  The Holidays are just around the corner meaning presents, food, and relatives are only a few days away.  Unfortunately, that also means we are forced to listen to the same five songs repeated on the radio endlessly and even worse than that:...

“Exodus: Gods and Kings” boring on a biblical scale

“Exodus: Gods and Kings” boring on a biblical scale

Eddie Sheehy, Arts and Entertainment Editor
December 11, 2014

When Exodus: Gods and Kings was first announced, many, like myself, were ecstatic at the idea of legendary director Ridley Scott taking on this biblical epic. By all means, this seemed like the perfect film for the aging Scott, who’s long and renowned film career has included...

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RMU: Last-minute DIY gift ideas for the Holiday season

Audrey Gardner, Staff Writer
December 9, 2014

With the holiday season upon us, it is time to start making your shopping list. Despite checking the list twice, there’s always that one person you forget. Trying to come up with a good last-minute-gift idea is never fun. So, if you find yourself in this sleigh, here are a...

I'm all about that Solid State, no hard disks

I’m all about that Solid State, no hard disks

Dylan McKenna, Digital Content Manager
December 5, 2014

So far, SSD’s are still more expensive for their capacity compared to the spinning alternative. But there are some advantages to SSD’s that might make them worth the extra cost, and perhaps the good old hard disk drive (HDD) still holds some weight. As of writing this,...

"Frozen" coming back to theatre's

“Frozen” coming back to theatre’s

Eddie Sheehy, Arts and Entertainment Editor
December 3, 2014

Over the past few weeks we’ve heard some news on a reported Frozen sequel in the works. Idina Menzel, who played Elsa the Snow Queen in the breakout hit, has hinted in a few interviews that they’re ready to start pre-production. If this is true, which I’m inclined to...

Trailer Double Feature: Star Wars VII and Jurassic World

Trailer Double Feature: Star Wars VII and Jurassic World

Sean Koepfinger, Staff Contributor
December 3, 2014

While most of America was salivating over turkey and stuffing, many of us were drooling over a delicious helping of nostalgia and teaser-trailer-goodness. Last week was a big week for trailer releases, but two stood out above the others.  We got not just one, but two trailers...

What about Thanksgiving: The forgotten holiday

What about Thanksgiving: The forgotten holiday

Matt Merlino, Assistant Lifestyles Editor
November 26, 2014

Driving down the road, all I see are Christmas lights; walking into stores, all I see are Christmas setups. This has been the case since the beginning of the month. What blows my mind though is that people constantly overlook what is easily my favorite holiday. Once Halloween...

RMU Proclamation: Robert Morris fans travel far and wide, no matter the distance

RMU Proclamation: Robert Morris fans travel far and wide, no matter the distance

Jon Fisher, Social Media Editor
November 22, 2014

The traveling sports fan is one of the most unique figures in all of athletics, whether collegiate or professional. Driving, flying or even cycling to an event (yes, that's real), in order to see their favorite team doesn't stymie the hardcore sports fan. In fact, miles or kilometers...

Your RMU Google account: To infinity and beyond

Your RMU Google account: To infinity and beyond

Dylan McKenna, Digital Content Manager
November 21, 2014

RMU uses something called Google Apps for Education. It allows schools to provide all of their students with an email account, a calendar and all those other apps available in the top right corner of Google.com, including Google Drive. Microsoft was the first to roll out large...