The Beauty of Cherry Creek Reservoir
Alina Hussaini, Staff Photographer
In the Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora, Colorado, the Cherry Creek Reservoir is located. It is at the confluence of Cherry Creek and Cottonwood Creek, southeast of Denver. The reservoir is created by the Cherry Creek Dam, and was initially designed for flood control. Nowadays, many recreational activities are hosted by the park, attracting tourists and locals alike.
Alina Hussaini, Staff Photographer
In the Cherry Creek State Park in Aurora, Colorado, the Cherry Creek Reservoir is located. It is at the confluence of Cherry Creek and Cottonwood Creek, southeast of Denver. The reservoir is created by the Cherry Creek Dam, and was initially designed for flood control. Nowadays, many recreational activities are hosted by the park, attracting tourists and locals alike.
The leaves signal the change of seasons through the onset of fall colors in the Cherry Creek Reservoir. Photo by Alina Hussaini
Brilliant blue waters glisten like crystals in the Cherry Creek Reservoir. Photo by Alina Hussaini
The setting sun casts shadows on the road to the Cherry Creek Reservoir. Photo by Alina Hussaini
Waves roll over rocks on the edge of the Cherry Creek Reservoir. Photo by Alina Hussaini
The sun peeks over the hill at Cherry Creek Reservoir. Photo by Alina Hussaini
A leafy green plant interrupts the darkness of the evening. Photo by Alina Hussaini
Series of Seasons
Alina Hussaini, Staff Photographer
It’s no surprise that Colorado is temperamental with the seasons. This past month has shown the wide variety of ever changing seasonal patterns impacting life on campus.
Alina Hussaini, Staff Photographer
It’s no surprise that Colorado is temperamental with the seasons. This past month has shown the wide variety of ever changing seasonal patterns impacting life on campus.
An orange, autumn leaf rests upon a sheet of ice and snow on Regis’ grounds. Photo by Alina Hussaini
The Leaves are Changing at Regis University
Alina Hussaini, Staff Photographer
With winter on the horizon, the seasons are turning and the leaves are changing. Regis University has embraced this signature, Colorado transformation as autumn continues to progress.
Alina Hussaini, Staff Photographer
With winter on the horizon, the seasons are turning and the leaves are changing. Regis University has embraced this signature, Colorado transformation as autumn continues to progress.
Red leaves adorn dark trees near Regis University. Photo by Alina Hussaini
Multicolored collections of leaves stand on the trees. Photo by Alina Hussaini
A ruby red plant blossoms on the Regis campus. Photo by Alina Hussaini
A spacious lot houses themes of green. Photo by Alina Hussaini
A view of the city as the seasons change. Photo by Alina Hussaini
Downtown Denver enjoys the autumn afternoon sun. Photo by Alina Hussaini
Yellow leaves gleam in the sunlight on Regis campus. Photo by Alina Hussaini
The sun shines through a Regis symbol in a window on campus. Photo by Alina Hussaini
Horror Movie Royalty: Iconic Scream Queens
Austin Price, Editor in Chief
Horror movies are an essential part of enjoying the Spooky Season. As a self-proclaimed Spooky Season enthusiast, I have amassed a collection of favorite freaky films and Halloween features. A common trend in a lot of my favorite scary movies is the consistent casting and return of pop culture royalty. Many Halloween films and horror movies rely on the same actresses to portray victims of scary stories and sinister situations. These films often feature this actress as the heroine of the story, mainly because she survives until the end. While their valiant finish is notable, these lead actresses have gained a reputation for their infamous and iconic vocals. These women are the Scream Queens.
Austin Price, Editor in Chief
Horror movies are an essential part of enjoying the Spooky Season. As a self-proclaimed Spooky Season enthusiast, I have amassed a collection of favorite freaky films and Halloween features. A common trend in a lot of my favorite scary movies is the consistent casting and return of pop culture royalty. Many Halloween films and horror movies rely on the same actresses to portray victims of scary stories and sinister situations. These films often feature this actress as the heroine of the story, mainly because she survives until the end. While their valiant finish is notable, these lead actresses have gained a reputation for their infamous and iconic vocals. These women are the Scream Queens.
A Scream Queen is an actress who plays a prominent role in a horror film, either as a main character or through recurring roles. The term is often used to describe actresses who are known for being frightened or attacked in their roles, as their characters face scary situations. These women are often portrayed as attractive, smart, unassuming and naive girls, playing into the damsel in distress trope. Scream Queens are prominent and influential in horror films, often leaving iconic performances and unforgettable sounds.
Fay Wray was a Canadian American actress who gained prominence in the 1930s. Through an acting career that spanned nearly six decades, Wray attained international recognition as an actress in horror films. Wray is best known for starring as Ann Darrow in the 1933 film King Kong. This performance crowned her with the title of the original Scream Queen.
While there were several other designated Scream Queens between the 1930s and the 1950s, I’d like to give a special shout out to a true horror heroine, Janet Leigh. Janet Leigh was an American actress and author, with her most notable role as that of Marion Crane. Marion was the so-called damsel in distress in Alfred Hitchcock’s legendary horror film Psycho, released in 1960. The role scored her the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actress, and a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. She also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame that year.
I guess the ability to release intense, blood curdling screams on command runs in the family because our next legendary scream queen is Jamie Lee Curtis, Janet Leigh’s daughter. Curtis took after her mother from the very start of her career. In 1978, Jamie starred in her first film, Halloween, portraying Laurie Strode. This performance declared her as “the ultimate Scream Queen,”. The mother-daughter duo of Scream Queens took their work to the next level by starring together in the 1980 horror film, The Fog, and the 1998 film, Halloween H20: 20 years later.
Our next Scream Queen dominates the scary screen from the early 2000s into the 2010s. Danielle Harris is an American actress that mastered the art of Returning Scream Queen in a plethora of films. Her roles are prominent in multiple horror films, including four entries in the Halloween franchise: Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988) and Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989) as Jamie Lloyd and Halloween (2007) and Halloween II (2009) as Annie Brackett. With her continued popularity and frequent role reprisals, Danielle was officially inducted into the internationally distributed American horror film fan magazine, Fangoria.
To finish up our Scream Queen tribute, I’d like to recognize our current reigning Scream Queen, Jenna Ortega. A former Disney Channel actress, Ortega was announced as an official Scream Queen for her starring roles in the slasher films X and Scream, both of which premiered in 2022. Ortega’s Scream Queen status continues to stick as she reprised her Scream role for the sequel, Scream VI, released in 2023. Personally, I think Jenna Ortega could be the leading Scream Queen for the 2020s, and maybe into the 2030s, based on her range and immense level of talent.
Halloween films and scary movies would be incomplete without these extraordinary women, facing nightmarish situations. As pop culture continues to adapt, Scream Queens are beginning to be less damsel in distress, and more strong, independent woman fighting off monsters. Personally, I’m excited to see this transition and to witness the up-and-coming Scream Queens behind this new narrative.
Fall Activities to Welcome the Season
Caleigh Montoya, Staff Writer
As of September 22nd, we are officially in the fall season! Below are some fall events and activities to get you into the fall spirit:
Caleigh Montoya, Staff Writer
As of September 22nd, we are officially in the fall season! Below are some fall events and activities to get you into the fall spirit:
Anderson Farms
September 25th through November 2nd, 2024
Full of fall fun, with corn mazes and an awesome pumpkin patch, it's the perfect event to start off the season!
Cider Days
October 5th and October 6th, 2024
Celebrates Colorados apple harvests. Enjoy yummy cider and some CO history.
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Magic of the Jack O’ Lanterns
September 20th through November 2nd, 2024
A magical pumpkin show full of light and laughter!
Take a Denver Ghost tour!
Ghost tours offered year round.
Explore the legends and spirits of Denver, CO!
The Prairie Harvest Fest
October 5th, 2024
Costume contests, pumpkin decorations, and more!
Cottonwood Farms
September 28th through October 31st, 2024
Offers a pumpkin patch and maze!
13th Floor Haunted House
September 7th through November 9th, 2023
Enjoy a good scare in this classic haunted house!
The Stanley Hotel
Hotel is open year round.
See the iconic hotel and learn some spooky history.
Broadway Halloween Parade
October 19th, 2024
This event showcases the uniqueness of local Broadway businesses.
Glow at the Gardens
October 22nd through October 27th, 2024
Experience all things spooky, silly and spirited!
Sugar Maple
By Maeve Hushman, Staff Writer
Sweet little sugar maple
With golden leaves
Turning red up to the top
Watching the perfect little leaves
Scatter around the ground
Sweet little sugar maple
Stopping just to stare at you
Small and just a bit innocuous
But noticeable
Seen
Loved
Noted
The sweetest sugar maples
Are those that are secret