Anna Karenina - exquisite theatre at the movies.

One of the most adapted classical novels is this Russian masterpiece by Leo Tolstoy that William Faulkner once called the best novel ever written. The story tells a tale of love, passion, betrayal and numerous other themes through a blinding theater staged format brought to cinemas all across the globe. 

Many critics have dismissed this movie as style over substance. Personally, it did take me a little while to adjust to the showy film making scenes but it was an incredible work of art and the costumes were unbelievable.

The movie is a tragedy like many classics as Anna Karenina has no choice but to throw herself into despair until everything in her life dies. 

Definitely worth a watch! 

 

Christmas Tree Lighting in Faneuil Hall Marketplace

The glistening of the Christmas twinkly lights and a chilly breeze in the air marked the unofficial start of the holiday season here in Boston.  

Additionally, Faneuil Hall’s Christmas tree is the largest tree in New England, standing at 85-feet tall and adorned with LED lights that require 30 percent less electricity than last year’s Christmas tree.

International Education Week

·         This is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education as part of the global efforts to promote international programs.  

·         Prepare Americans for an international environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the United States. 

·         Northeastern University is a big participant in this event. 

 

Thinking & Working Globally Session 

·         The set up was informal and we enjoyed a casual dinner and conversation celebrating the globally diverse experiences of our students.

·         Opportunity to meet with students who have participated in International Co-op and hear their stories while learning about the cross-cultural aspects of working and living in another country.

·         One of the most memorable students I spoke to at this session was a freshman who had already set up a non-profit organization in India that offered a computer network without internet access – bright chap with HUGE future job prospects. He is even considering employing other Northeastern students to work for him while on International Co-op.

 

Her Campus - Ultra Party!

Her Campus and their partners Intel and Pinkberry kick off the holiday season at the first ever Ultra Party. 

 

Guests were treated to luxurious hand massages, gingerbread Froyo was tantalizingly tastey, cappuccino colour nail polish, tree-hugging jewelry and a variety of other free-bees were being handed out for the taking. All the girls were dolled up and sparkling while schmoozing with dapper chaps in suits and Christmas tracks floated amongst the party goers.

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