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The Student News Site of Roger Williams University

The Hawks' Herald
Emma Bartlett

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor

Emma Bartlett was the Hawks’ Herald Arts and Culture Editor — serving students with news about theater, visual arts, and dance performances on campus. Bartlett received the Hawks’ Herald 2021 Editor of the Year award and interned with Rhode Island Monthly Magazine in 2020. She majored in creative writing and double minored in history and professional and public writing.
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RWU Dance Theatre debuts its Fall show on Dec. 2.

Dancing past COVID-19

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
November 29, 2021

Thanksgiving movies to watch

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
November 18, 2021
Ed Sheeran's fourth studio album, "=," was released on Oct. 29 and features songs such as "Bad Habits" and "Shivers."

Sheeran’s ‘=’ album makes its official debut

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
November 4, 2021
Test your Halloween knowledge! (Answers listed below)

Halloween multiple choice quiz

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
October 28, 2021
Kristen Fissell stands next to her interactive art installation in Global Heritage Hall. Each tag represents things students are proud of.

New interactive art installation gains campus attention

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
October 21, 2021
Dancers slowly pick apart roses, letting the petals flutter to the ground.

Taking a STAND against domestic violence

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
October 17, 2021
Cathy Nicoli strings apples to dangling red thread during her installation of a larger dance performance.

Art exhibition attracts alumni talent

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
October 12, 2021
Painting pumpkins with friends can be a fun fall activity.

5 dorm decor crafts you won’t want to miss

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
October 7, 2021
"Dear Evan Hansen" is being shown in local theatres near you.

‘Dear Evan Hansen’: not as bad as critics say

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
September 30, 2021
A scene from the seventh season of "Brooklyn 99." The show will end after this current season after being on the air since 2013.

Brooklyn 99 ending

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
September 16, 2021
"Shang-Chi and the legends of the ten rings" has been highly anticipated and is now playing in theaters.

‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
September 9, 2021
Lathan Warlick performing during CEN's Fall Concert on Sept. 5, 2021.

Fall concert offers a refreshing sense of normalcy

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
September 6, 2021
Studentrecipes.com is a website aimed at students with its inexpensive and easy recipes.

Cooking websites you won’t want to miss

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
September 2, 2021
Looking for a fun place to study on campus? Take this quiz and find the perfect location.

Quiz: Find Your Campus Study Space

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Manager
September 2, 2021
Wrap-up your summer with our latest playlist.

Hot Hits: 2021 summer wrap-up

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
August 30, 2021
Traditionally held at Independence Park, this Year's Bristol Concert Series will move to Roger Williams University's rugby fields.

RWU hosts 2021 Bristol Concert Series

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
June 21, 2021
The East Bay Bike Path is a 14.5-mile stretch of paved trail that runs from Providence to Bristol. During spring, the trail offers gorgeous views of the ocean and blooming flowers.

Top 6 list of things to do before graduation day

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
May 3, 2021
Gillian Snyder (left) and Gigi Robertiello (right) perform "Singing in the Rain."

RWU theatre wraps up 2020-2021 season with a filmed tribute to movie musicals

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 26, 2021
These cookie brownies were made using a box mix. Box mixes can be a faster alternative to baking from scratch.

Feeling stressed? Try cooking or baking as a form of self-care

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 20, 2021
Demi Lovato's "Dancing with the Devil" documentary was released in March.

“Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil” is a riveting documentary

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 15, 2021
Porrino's project focused on body positivity which has developed from smaller projects over time.

Visual arts seniors’ “Unintentional Feedback” exhibition to show in local museum throughout April

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 1, 2021
Senior Dance Theatre member Sarah Barakian performs her piece “An Honest Contemplation.”

Dance Theatre’s Junior/Senior Dance Showcase goes virtual for spring 2021

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
March 28, 2021
Kaffeology Café is located at 8 Russo Rd. in Portsmouth, RI. They offer coffee, tea, desserts and their famous milkshakes.

Kaffeology Café is Portsmouth’s newest hidden gem

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
March 23, 2021
Thomas Wallace played the guitar and Gabriella Robertiello sang for their performance during the Roger's Miracle Network Talent Show.

Roger’s Miracle Network reaches $1,000 goal after talent showcase

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
March 21, 2021
Gossett's favorite digital art creations consist of characters and people.

Self-taught student artist creates Instagram account for digital art commissions

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
March 18, 2021
Get ready to break out in a jig to these tunes.

Hot Hits: St. Patrick’s Day Tunes

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
March 17, 2021

Hot hits: Broadway favorites

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 25, 2021
Among Us can be played with up to ten people.

8 virtual games to play with friends

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 25, 2021
Ernest J. Gaines is the author of "The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman."

John Howard Birss, Jr. Memorial Program moves to fully virtual exhibit this year

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 23, 2021
Aidan’s Pub is a well-known restaurant for RWU students and is located at 5 John St. in Bristol.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with ‘To Go’ ordering

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 11, 2021
LGBTQ romance novels can be found at bookstores in the young adult section.

LGBTQ romance novels to pick up this Valentine’s Day

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 11, 2021
Disney+ has added the GroupWatch feature to its popular streaming service to allow multiple people to view a movie together in different locations.

Set up a weekend watch party with one of these four wholesome movies

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 4, 2021
Hughes’ COVID-19 inspired sculpture stands on display for students outside the Fine Arts Center.

Outdoor art installation draws attention to the importance of memorials

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
November 12, 2020
RWU actors and actresses must remain six feet apart on stage due to COVID-19 restrictions.

RWU Theatre presents Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing” with a modern twist

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
November 5, 2020
SNL’s Trump and Biden skits continue to dominate the stage

SNL’s Trump and Biden skits continue to dominate the stage

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
November 5, 2020
Angelique Rivera is able to transform her face using FX makeup and colored contacts.

How to use special effects makeup for your 2020 Halloween costume

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
October 22, 2020
Scary ghost stories are a staple of Halloween and telling a good one can leave listeners feeling like they just watched a horror movie.

Tips for telling a scary ghost story

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
October 22, 2020
Del's Lemonade has unveiled a new pumpkin spice lemonade flavor for the fall.

Companies are taking pumpkin spice to the next level

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
October 8, 2020

Hot hits: Keeping it country

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
October 8, 2020

RWU Theatre Department’s “The War of the Worlds” to debut this weekend in the Barn

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
October 1, 2020

Hot Hits – Songs for your next workout session

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
October 1, 2020
Try the different coffees at nearby Beehive Cafe in Bristol.

Try these Bristol coffee shops for your next caffeine fix

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
September 10, 2020

“An Evening with Mrs. Parker” debuts new theatre talent

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
September 17, 2020

Latest “Mulan” movie is the talk of the town

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
September 17, 2020

Back to School Hot Hits

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
September 3, 2020
21-year-old musician Grayson DeWolfe put on a concert for RWU students via Zoom on Aug. 28, which could be viewed from residence hall rooms or a screen on the GHH lawn.

First live/virtual concert of the semester alludes to what is yet to come for campus entertainment

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
September 3, 2020

A glimpse at this year’s fall concert

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
September 3, 2020

Mask trends that will keep you looking sharp

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
August 27, 2020

@blackatrwu Instagram account prompts conversation among students, alumni and parents

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
July 30, 2020
"Hamilton" began streaming on Disney+ on July 3.

The new musical film “Hamilton” is a must see on Disney Plus

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
July 30, 2020

Bon Jovi’s “American Reckoning” reflects on today’s protests

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
July 30, 2020

Performing arts senior grateful for time at RWU

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
May 7, 2020

RWU’s Musical Theatre Workshop adjusts to a new normal

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 24, 2020

Netflix documentaries that will widen your range of knowledge

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 16, 2020

COVID-19 won’t keep RWU’s chorus and band from rehearsing

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 16, 2020
Romwe is an online shopping site that has men's and women's clothing options.

Save money while shopping for online fashion

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 10, 2020

Plan a family movie night for the film “Justine”

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 8, 2020

The history of past pandemics

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
April 2, 2020

Netflix’s “Self Made” may be up next on your watch list

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
March 26, 2020

Let a little plant life brighten your time social distancing

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
March 19, 2020

Stop by to watch RWU Theatre’s performance of “The Mandrake”

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
March 1, 2020
MSU and Commons decorate for Mardi Gras. 

MSU’s weekly BHM program comes to a close

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 27, 2020

Galentine’s Day Playlist

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 13, 2020

Co-sponsored Coffeehouse is all about that bass

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 11, 2020
Taylor Swift performing at Gillette Stadium in August 2015 during her 1989 World Tour. Swift struggled with her body image and self-care.

Make way for “Taylor Swift: Miss Americana”

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
February 6, 2020

New Upper Commons artwork benefits not only students, but artists as well

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
January 30, 2020

How Tom the Turkey ended up on the Thanksgiving table

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
November 21, 2019
Suffrard performs "Happy Anniversary" at the RWU Poetry Slam

Suffrard wows crowd at poetry slam

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
November 14, 2019
Madeline Cariglia speaks about women being harassed in the city.

Poetry slam seats full house

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
November 8, 2019

Savage Pianos delivers a spectacular performance

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
November 7, 2019

Visiting authors bring compelling presentations to RWU

Emma Bartlett, Arts and Culture Editor
October 24, 2019

Liven your day with a trip to Linden Place

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
October 10, 2019
Shattered in Between takes the stage for Late, Late Show with WQRI.

Shattered in Between is the campus band to know

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
September 26, 2019

Spend Saturday mornings at the Mount Hope Farmers Market

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
September 26, 2019

Feinstein Community Connections celebrates 15 years

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
September 12, 2019
Local bands come together to celebrate Bristol's second annual PorchFest

Local bands come together to celebrate Bristol’s second annual PorchFest

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
September 12, 2019

What to wear, what not to wear: How to dress for the big day

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
May 2, 2019
The view from the second story window of the Beehive Cafe.

Grab a celebratory bite around town

Emma Bartlett, Arts & Culture Editor
May 2, 2019

Netflix Original Movie: “The Perfect Date”

Emma Bartlett, Herald Contributor
April 25, 2019
Katie Weir performs her slam poem at RWU's Spring Poetry Slam.

Weir brings passion and life lessons to RWU’s Poetry Slam

Emma Bartlett, Herald Contributor
April 11, 2019

Netflix Original Series: “The Umbrella Academy”

Emma Bartlett, Herald Contributor
April 4, 2019

Ten Tips to Help Prepare You for the Rest of the Semester

Emma Bartlett, Herald Contributor
March 28, 2019

The Jonas Brothers Reunite After Six Years

Emma Bartlett, Herald Contributor
March 21, 2019

Aidan’s Pub Review

Emma Bartlett, Herald Contributor
February 28, 2019
Sophia Sabaten, vice president of the Ballroom Dance Club, and Ben Toth dance to "Ritmando Cha Cha Cha"

Ballroom Dance Club Presents: Dancing with the Stars of RWU

Emma Bartlett, Herald Contributor
February 14, 2019

Bristol House of Pizza Review

Emma Bartlett, Herald Contributor
February 7, 2019
Freshman Debut: McNamara and Freeman’s Dance Performance Fills the House

Freshman Debut: McNamara and Freeman’s Dance Performance Fills the House

Emma Bartlett, Herald Contributor
November 15, 2018
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