Jessica Williams

How I learned to stop worrying and love the arts

So, this is my last editor's note ever. I've reported for The Chronicle since the first month of my freshman year, and have thought about what I'd write in this specific piece since then. During the last few years, I'd occasionally wonder: What infinite wisdom will I be able to impart in my last words as a graduating senior? 

Me Too Monologues celebrates 10 year anniversary by honoring its history

Nelson Music Room filled up last weekend with undergraduates eager to learn about the experiences of their peers — except, they weren't sure whose experiences they were hearing. 

Roy Lichtenstein and giving modern art a second chance

I used to hate modern art. This is an especially embarrassing fact for an art history major to admit.

Having it all

Over winter break I watched the film version of one of my favorite novels, "The Valley of the Dolls," and decided it was one of the scariest movies I've seen in a long time.

Jean Luc-Godard's latest film comes to the Ruby ahead of New York premiere

At 88 years old with nearly 60 years in the film industry, Jean-Luc Godard remains at the cutting-edge of cinema. His newest film, "The Image Book," or "Le Livre d'image," was the first film to ever receive a Special Palme d'O' at Cannes 2018.

A Recess guide to local holiday celebrations

As the campus trees change color, a chill fills the air and the sense of dread surrounding finals sets in, Duke is settling into winter. Although it may be difficult to feel festive between exams and essays, the holiday season is a great excuse to take a study break. Here are some upcoming wintry events around Duke and the Triangle to explore this month.

Shop Independent Durham Week encourages local holiday shopping

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are not the only times to find great deals on holiday gifts this year. Shop Independent Durham Week, an annual event held by Durham's nonprofit independent business alliance Sustain-a-Bull, kicked off last Saturday and will run through Sunday.

'Rocky Horror' comes to the Carolina Theatre at last

After requests for over a decade, one of the most popular Halloween cult classics of all time is coming to the Carolina Theatre this Halloween.

What to eat at the N.C. State Fair

The N.C. State Fair comes to town just once a year, drawing in over 1 million visitors from across the state.

What my family taught me about Oktoberfest

Oktoberfest is generally not considered a wholesome activity; the word probably calls busty women in braids and binge drinking to mind.

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Arepa Culture NC serves gluten-free arepas and supplies vegetarian and vegan options.

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Baguetteaboutit's meat and veggie selections are served in French baguettes

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Holy Moly Cannoli offers a rotating menu of toppings and a selection of choices for the base.

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Wandering Moose was founded by two friends who share a passion for food, serving a wide variety of sandwiches.

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Durham's Food Truck Rodeo takes place five times a year and draws in over 50 food trucks.

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Medley is a healthy food truck, featuring salads, grilled chicken and cauliflower mac n' cheese.