• Charlie Hebdo and The Preservation of Free Speech

    Charlie Hebdo and The Preservation of Free Speech

    By Garrick Hoffman Liberal Arts Major In 2010, the creators of Comedy Central satirical show South Park, Matt Stone and Trey Parker, had death threats levied their way after an April 2010 episode depicting the Prophet Muhammad. Posts on the radical Islam website RevolutionMuslim.com issued both warnings and threats to the comedy duo, and the… Read more

  • Poetic License

    Poetic License

    So to all the skeptics, Poetic License has not died nor will it ever! This is my last semester at SMCC, hence my last contributions to The Beacon will be conducted during this time … although I have a feeling that this column will continue on with or without me (I imagined Bono singing that… Read more

  • The Forgotten Alley

    The Forgotten Alley

    The distinct contrast between the two sections of buildings gives the appearance of a window leading to a more intricate cityscape. The composition heavily relies on vertical and horizontal lines, but the one diagonal line from the top right corner to the central light area provides a smooth transition from the sections. Light is a… Read more

  • P-Town Bound: The Kings of the Busk

    P-Town Bound: The Kings of the Busk

    By F. A. Coletti Communications and New Media Major The term ‘busker’ refers to a person or group who performs on the street. By walking downtown, especially on a day like the First Friday Art-walk, you can witness multiple performers gathering to voice their musical abilities. Portland has a high appreciation for busking because of… Read more

  • Dining With Dierdree The Great Lost Bear

    Dining With Dierdree The Great Lost Bear

    Dierdree Glassford Culinary Arts Major Over the break we all had plenty of time to think over what our New Year’s resolutions were going to be. Some of us will take the vow to read more and watch TV less, some of us will promise that we will see more family and friends, and some… Read more

  • Marin at the Movies: Go “Wild”

    Marin at the Movies: Go “Wild”

    By Rebekah Marin Liberal Arts English Major Being a college student means dedicating myself to my education. I have time for studying, eating, working, and the occasional social outing, but I’ve found that I enjoy to spend much of my time living vicariously through individuals who get to explore new places, and meet all kinds… Read more