Letter from the Editor: Farewell Empire State Tribune

In January, I wrote a Letter from the Editor when I assumed my position as Editor-in-Chief and responded to mixed feelings surrounding the Empire State Tribune. I stated that “Although I am graduating in May, my goal is to leave the EST with a positive legacy — a foundation for the future EIC to follow.” Upon receiving positive feedback on the EST under my leadership, I am confident that I will leave the publication with a positive legacy. However, leaving with a foundation for the future EIC to follow has proven to be much more challenging.

Rural America Gets Its Hilarity-Filled Moment in “Shucked” on Broadway

(REVIEW) A new musical opens this month at Nederlander Theatre celebrating (and poking fun at) a piece of American culture not often seen on the Broadway stage—the rural farming communities of middle America. “Shucked,” a musical from Nashville songwriters Brandy Clark and Shane McAnally, takes place in the fictional Midwest area of Cobb County, a rural community of farmers who are content with life within their own community.

CultureEli JohnsonApril 14, 2023Eli Johnson, Review, Theatre Review, Theatre, broadway, Culure, Primary FeatureComment

“& Juliet” is an Awkward Disney-Channel-Style Musical — But At Least the Songs are Fun

“& Juliet” is a retelling of William Shakespeare’s iconic play “Romeo & Juliet.” Several pop-dance numbers into the first act, the new jukebox musical at the Stephen Sondheim Theatre, I was genuinely having fun. The music was nostalgic, the cast was energetic and the audience was into it, but my excitement didn’t last.

CultureEli JohnsonNovember 27, 2022Eli Johnson, & Juliet, Opinion, Culture, Review, Theatre Review, Primary Feature, Secondary Feature

Student Athletes Call for Change in King’s Athletics

Interest in athletics at The King's College has drastically declined in recent years. Students involved in the athletic programs voiced their frustration, especially freshmen, who committed to teams that have since dissolved due to a lack of players. This dilemma is partly due to the pandemic, which affected sports teams across many college campuses in the U.S., and a general disinterest in sports at King’s.

Professor Clemente Lisi Launches New Book on the World Cup

Professor Clemente Lisi recently wrote a book titled “The FIFA World Cup: A History of the Planet's Biggest Sporting Event.” The book was released on Oct. 12, one month before the official launch of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar on November 20. The Empire State Tribune sent Campus Editor Melinda Huspen to chat with Lisi about his new book, the World Cup and his time covering this global game of soccer.

Campus, SportsMelinda HuspenNovember 1, 2022Clemente Lisi, Campus, FIFA, Primary Feature, Secondary Feature, Sports

“Topdog/Underdog” Is About Great Acting and Compelling Tragedy

“Topdog/Underdog” is a compelling story, a tragedy encased in brilliant acting from its two-man cast, but the interesting setup wears off, leaving you checking your watch frequently by intermission. The second act eventually recovers the emotional drama and recaptures the audience’s attention to deliver a memorable performance from both actors as they bring the script’s dramatic, shocking ending to life.

CultureEli JohnsonOctober 25, 2022broadway, city, Opinion, Primary Feature, Eli Johnson, culture

Where Should Christians Stand on Partisan Immigration Law?

In his attempt to draw attention to the dysfunction in American immigration policy, Florida Governor Ron Desantis sent planeloads of migrants to open-immigration policy states — most notably to Martha’s Vineyard in Massachusetts, which has culminated in a lawsuit filed by the migrants. Despite Scripture encouraging compassion toward “foreigners and exiles,” partisanship has wormed its way into Christian circles’ discussions of immigration policy.

OpinionMandie-Beth ChauSeptember 28, 2022Mandie-Beth Chau, Opinion, Immigration, Martha's Vineyard, Primary Feature

‘Different Campaign, Different General’ — Q&A With King’s Interim President, Stockwell Day

The Empire State Tribune sent Editor-in-Chief, Mattie Townson, and City Editor, Paige Hagy, to chat with King’s Interim President, Stockwell Day about all things New York, Canadian politics and King’s budget cuts.

King’s Students and Faculty Reflect on Kimball’s Opening Interregnum Lecture

Dr. Joshua Kinlaw, Program Chair of the Media, Culture and the Arts and Assistant Professor of History and Humanities, and Dr. Anthony Bradley, Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the Center for the Study of Human Flourishing, spoke on a panel led by Dr. David Tubbs about Roger Kimball’s widely-discussed Interregnum Opening Lecture at an event hosted by The King’s Council on Thursday, April 7.

Campus, FeaturedPaige HagyApril 13, 2022Campus, Interregnum, Paige Hagy, Primary Feature, Secondary FeatureComment

Sports World Takes a Stance Against Russian Invasion

FIFA and UEFA announced their decision on Feb. 28 to ban Russia and the country’s pro teams from competing in world competitions, including the 2022 World Cup, Champions League and Europa League. The Champions League final was originally going to be played in St. Petersburg but has since been switched to Paris. These outcomes all stem from Russia’s invasion of neighboring Ukraine.

SportsLuke KerleyMarch 3, 2022Sports, Primary Feature, Russia, Luke Kerley, FIFA, Secondary Feature

King’s Documentary Screening of Trans Movie Draws Mixed Reviews

Two anti-trans documentarians presented their new film to the King's community — only to draw the ire of LGBTQ students who attended the event. “There is no space for queer people to exist publicly at King’s, which makes hosting events like this even more dangerous,” Emily Henry, queer PPE senior, said. “I don’t expect them to agree with queer theory — I just expect them to respect the existence of queer people.”

Campus, FeaturedMattie TownsonOctober 1, 2021Campus, mattietownson, Mattie Townson, Transgender, LGBTQ students, LGBTQ, Primary Feature, Secondary FeatureComment

Taliban Controlled Media in Afghanistan: An Ongoing Battle

The reemergence of the Taliban power in Afghanistan and the fear of oppression has shown how integral the internet is to the group this time around. As American journalists continue to evacuate, the story of the Taliban takeover will have only one storyteller. It’s up to the Taliban to share their truth… or not.

Culture, FeaturedIndira PierreSeptember 28, 2021Indira Pierre, Taliban, Afghanistan, Culture, Media Fairness, Press Freedom, Primary Feature, Secondary FeatureComment

TKC Council Holds First Meeting of School Year

The King’s College Council held their first meeting of the 2021-2022 school year on Monday, Sept. 13. Items of new business included debriefing New Student Orientation (NSO) and Great Race, approving a new AAPI student organization, confirming five students as members of the Student Organizations Committee and confirming one student as an Events Committee Associate Director.

Campus, FeaturedMelinda HuspenSeptember 23, 2021melindahuspen, TKC Council, Campus, student body present, The Council, Primary Feature, Secondary FeatureComment

Recap — King’s Conducts NSO Fully In-Person

New Student Orientation (NSO) kicked off for first-year students in-person on on Saturday, Aug. 28 after last year’s events took place remotely. The school president, Tim Gibson, Dean of Students, David Leedy and each of the House Presidents gathered to welcome new students and parents at Calvary Episcopal Church.

Campus, FeaturedIggy LueckSeptember 14, 2021Iggy Lueck, Campus, NSO, New Student Orientation, Primary Feature, Secondary FeatureComment

Why Lorde’s New Album ‘Solar Power’ Flopped… And Why That’s Okay

Lorde’s single Solar Power has been equated to the background music featured in a women’s shaving commercial on TikTok— are the criticizers correct? Taylor Chick reviews the deeper themes in Lorde’s newest album of the same name and what makes it strong in alternative ways to her past albums.

Culture, OpinionTaylor ChickAugust 31, 2021Taylor Chick, taylorchick, Culture, Solar Power, Lorde, Primary Feature

COVID-Related Setbacks Fail to Limit Student’s Passion for King’s

Many students across the country have faced financial hardship during the pandemic bringing about a need for help to complete their academic education. Three King’s students who went remote during the COVID-19 pandemic spoke on their experiences with the up’s and down’s of attending King’s online.

Campus, FeaturedKaitlyn TejeroAugust 24, 2021Profile, Campus, Primary Feature, Secondary Feature, kaitlyntejero, COVID19, covid-19, coronavirusComment

Paul Mueller’s Busy School Year and Even Busier Summers

Students at The King’s College know Dr. Paul Mueller for his expertise in economic thought and practice. What many don’t know is that Dr. Paul Mueller, an associate professor of economics, spends his time in the summer at his family-owned bed and breakfast with his wife and five kids.

Campus, FeaturedParker WaitesJuly 14, 2021Profile, Campus, Dr. Paul Mueller, Parker Waites, Paul Mueller, Primary Feature, Secondary FeatureComment