UMS Board of Trustees pick James Page to replace Pattenaude as chancellor
For better or worse, ‘Lulu’ is here
Posted on October 30, 2011 by David O'Donnell in Album Reviews
Lou Reed isn’t shy about saying that Lulu, a brand new collaboration with ‘80s thrash demigods Metallica, is his baby. He’s also not shy about sharing that its depth and beauty reduces him to tears: “It’s maybe …
The Summer Issue: Classic Summer Albums
Posted on May 23, 2011 by Kevin Steeves and David O'Donnell in Arts & Culture
1.) Pavement “Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain”
We’ve all had one: the girl that broadened your musical and sexual horizons, but “outgrew” you before you even figured out how to talk to her. All you’re left …
O’Donnell: The case of Michael Scott vs. David Brent
Posted on May 02, 2011 by David O'Donnell in Perspectives
Different bosses from hell, different values toward broadcasting between the UK and the USA.
Ban would reach beyond problem of second-hand smoke
Posted on April 17, 2011 by David O'Donnell in News
The debate over a proposed tobacco ban at USM has largely centered on the issue of second-hand smoke. But the policy would cover dips, chew and snus, raising the question of how involved the university should be in personal health choices.
Misunderstood art of the “message song” — from Dylan to Gaga
Posted on April 17, 2011 by David O'Donnell in Perspectives
Some artists are tagged as anthem writers against their will; others vie for the title a bit too hard.
Behind the Tobacco Ban / Q & A with Suzanne Roy
Posted on April 13, 2011 by David O'Donnell in Perspectives
We talk with Suzanne Roy about her leadership in the move to ban tobacco products at USM — even the smokeless varieties, and even (possibly) on nearby sidewalks.
Gov. LePage ‘opens’ Maine / Q & A with Charles Colgan
Posted on April 10, 2011 by David O'Donnell in Perspectives
Maine Governor Paul LePage has declared the state “open for business” with sweeping regulatory reforms, and a few aesthetic tweaks. Charles Colgan of USM’s Muskie School weighs answers our questions on the controversial campaign.
Building a safer cigarette
Posted on April 10, 2011 by David O'Donnell in Perspectives
Electronic cigarettes offer smoking pleasure, sans smoke. I gave them a close look and a week of inhalation.
