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Parker Green, asst. campus & community editor, had mixed feelings on the new "F1" film starring Brad Pitt.

‘F1’ movie review: Dazzling visuals, score dampened by distracting plots

By Parker Green | July 18, 2025

There are few things I would rather do than watch 20 multi-millionaires hurtle around oddly-shaped tracks in glamorous locales, battling it out in a marvel of instinct, engineering and strategy.It’s a passion that I have sacrificed my sleep schedule, money and, quite frankly, my sanity for, so when it was announced that Lewis Hamilton (arguably the greatest driver of all time and certainly the most decorated) was producing a Formula One (F1) movie, it was inevitable that I would watch it.Directed by Joseph Kosinski (of “Top Gun: Maverick” fame), starring Brad Pitt (“Fight Club” and “Mr. & Mrs. Smith”) and running just over two and a half hours, “F1” was a whirlwind, both good and bad.

Caitlin Zook performs as Mrs. Bumbrake in the Miami University Department of Theatre's production of Peter and the Starcatcher.

Caitlin Zook closes the curtain on their Miami career

By Parker Green | May 9, 2025

For Caitlin Zook’s final performance, even traipsing around stage dressed as an ailing Russian duchess can not hide their genuine love for their craft. From the moment the act opens to the very last bow, Zook’s joy is nothing short of radiant. They might not be the princess, but they sparkle all the same.

Asst. Campus and Community Editor Parker Green gives book recommendations for this summer.

Beach, please: summer books you need to read

By Parker Green | May 8, 2025

Summer is almost here, and you know what that means: hours of uninterrupted and guilt-free reading time! So, whether you have a TBR (to be read) thousands of books long or are just trying to read one book over vacation, here are four summer reading suggestions from a variety of genres.

In addition to the well-known restaurants, Oxford is home to a lot of hidden gems.

Here are 4 hidden gem restaurants you need to try in Oxford

By Parker Green | April 23, 2025

Last semester, two of my friends and I decided we were going to eat at and review every restaurant in Oxford. Far-fetched? Maybe. Harmful to our wallets? Definitely. But it’s something to do, and sometimes that’s all you can ask for.Though we haven’t yet completed our challenge, my friends and I have found several hidden gems. So, the next time you’re thinking about hitting up Skipper’s or Bagel and Deli for the 1,000th time, consider one of these four places instead.

Elizabeth Nassmacher-Wintrow met her future husband when he came over to her house as one of her brother's best friends.

Something old, something new: Married couples on Miami’s campus

By Parker Green | April 20, 2025

Elizabeth (Liz) Nassmacher-Wintrow’s life is a rom-com: her partner was her brother’s best friend, they fell in love over deep conversations on the meaning of life, and she even had her dream wedding back in December, complete with a gorgeous white dress fit for a princess. But this isn’t your average Hallmark movie. Liz is only 19 years old and a first-year business major. Nassmacher-Wintrow is one of the students at Miami University balancing their college experience with being married or engaged. 

In addition to talking about his acting career, Lillard also discussed his involvement with Dungeons and Dragons.

‘Scream,’ ‘Scooby Doo’ and entrepreneurship: A Q&A with Matthew Lillard

By Stella Powers and Parker Green | April 11, 2025

Matthew Lillard, known for his iconic roles in “Scream,” “Scooby Doo” and “Five Nights at Freddy’s,” has stepped beyond acting and into Dungeons and Dragons, entrepreneurship and more. On April 7, Lillard visited Miami University as part of the school’s lecture series.Prior to his 7:30 p.m. lecture in Hall Auditorium, The Miami Student sat down with Lillard in an exclusive interview to discuss his expansive career.

On April 7, actor Matthew Lillard gave a lecture in Hall Auditorium, moderated by Geoffrey Long.

Matthew Lillard discusses acting career, new businesses in lecture series

By Stella Powers and Parker Green | April 10, 2025

Students, faculty and community members filled the seats of Hall Auditorium on April 7. Some fans dressed in “Scooby Doo” gear and brought along “Scream” merchandise, celebrating actor Matthew Lillard’s long-standing career.Lillard, star of “Scream,” “Scooby Doo” and “Five Nights at Freddys” gave a lecture at 7:30 p.m. on Monday. Moderated by Geoffrey Long, the actor discussed his career, entrepreneurship and the importance of conventions in his life.

Bachelor Hall is currently undergoing a renovation, expected to be done by the summer of 2026.

Miami’s $500,000 Bachelor Hall renovation grant terminated

By Parker Green | April 3, 2025

The $500,000 National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Challenge Grant being used to renovate Bachelor Hall into a “Humanities Hub” has been revoked. Tim Melley, director of the Humanities Center, announced this removal of funds in an email shared with the humanities departments. 

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