Tag: holidays
Cadenza’s Christmas list
Now that we’re in college, it’s sort of weird to get as many presents as we did when we were little. We don’t like that and want to do something to rectify it. But since it would be even weirder if we bought our presents, we’re making a list. Hopefully someone important in the entertainment industry will find it and make all of our wishes come true.
Television that sets the festive mood
Although you may not feel too much holiday spirit while studying for that physics final or writing that Exposition paper, Cadenza is here to get you in the festive mood with our favorite holiday episodes. Perfect for procrastination. All easily searchable online. Think of it as our non-denominational gift to you.
A Secular Christmas
The other day, I saw a minivan bearing a linguistically clever bumper sticker demanding “Keep Christ in Christmas.” What exactly is the definition of Christmas? Purists will give you a spiel about the baby Jesus and the Virgin Mary, peace on earth and goodwill towards man. While Christmas is at its root a religious holiday, it has long since exceeded the limits of its original definition.
A gentleman’s guide to the holidays
Devote as much energy to developing Buddha-like restraint as you would to sourcing Four Lokos before they become illegal.
Holiday travel: Cheap international vacations
Have you ever considered exploring the sights of a new country? Did you dream of studying abroad but couldn’t fit it in your schedule? With the economic recession particularly hurting the airline business, international flights are now cheaper than ever.
Spreading holiday cheer
With exams just around the corner and papers due at any moment, holiday presents have taken a backseat to studying, sleep and stressing out. With all of our creative energy being poured into these last few remaining weeks of school, there is little left over for giving original gifts. So to help relieve some of [...]
Chrismahanakwanzakah
Once upon a time I realized I wasn’t the most important person in the world. But that was way back. Way, way back. Like last week, maybe even two weeks ago, before I was attacked with the splendid celebration of Thanksgiving and the miracle that followed, known as Black Friday. My days of accurate self-worth [...]
’Tis (almost) the season
The long-awaited holiday season is almost here, and it’s time to start preparing! With the diversity of students here at Washington University comes a variety of holidays and ways to celebrate them.


