Arts

There’s a particular kind of audacity required to fail spectacularly at being a cocktail waitress and somehow turn that failure into a career-defining opportunity. Melissa Magsaysay has made a career out of this kind of alchemy—transforming what others might see as limitations into launching pads, and using fashion journalism to reshape who gets to be seen and heard in an industry notorious for its gat

Photo credits: Edie Tyebkhan Photography In the bubble of STEM academia, the ages 22-33 are reminiscent of college graduations, graduate studies, and perhaps a postdoc or two while navigating the faculty search process. Along the way, scholars may assemble portfolios and grants alike to request funding for their studies. The musical world is not too different from ours. On April 11, 2026, eight young classical singers showcased their portfolios and competed for grants in the final round

On May 1, 2, and 3, Caltech EXPLiCIT brought another Shakespeare classic to the Ramo Auditorium stage: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. It’s always a pleasure to watch this play, no matter how many versions you’ve already seen. EXPLiCIT is made up of bright, fresh minds with a real interest in art and culture, and that spirit shapes both how they perform and how we receive them. For anyone who doesn’t know the play, Shakespeare weaves together three storylines in Elizabethan style: the Athenian nob

On a warm California evening this past Monday, May 11th, the Dabney Lounge at Caltech became an unlikely intersection of medieval scholarship, literary fiction, and cutting-edge artificial intelligence ethics. In a campus that feels so arid and scientifically focused, escaping for one hour in literature and fancy words was extremely beneficial! Bruce Holsinger, the Linden Kent Memorial Professor of English at the University of Virginia, arrived as someone essential to our current moment: a story

That soothing strip Of human mind. That whisper of echoes Of from beyond. That rose that rotates Of red petals. That emergence Of light from dark. That asymptote Of familiar tones. That lovely boundary Ushering forth. That special you In your gaze and hues. Fathomed to Through and true. Under the sun, the moon, The spring and its dews.

Oh gentle wind, Tell me so. From how far, How you have come to know. Of the sun and the moon, And the chirpings. The lily on ponds, Towing hopes from beyond. Stay if you may, And be the breeze. Of high hopes, And gentle dreams.

Join us on Tuesday, March 3rd for an unforgettable night at the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour, brought to you by the Caltech Alpine Club! It’ll be a fun night of inspiring and exhilarating outdoor adventure films. We’re also hosting a pre-show reception with free food and local outdoor adventure organizations and giving away incredible prizes donated by local sponsors at our raffle. All proceeds from ticket revenue supports the Alpine Club’s mission to make outdoor adventure accessibl

Once again this will most likely be somewhat outdated, as Day of the Devs takes place immediately after the live Summer Games Fest presentation. However, I enjoy it a lot more than the live presentation as it gives a deeper look into the games, and it specifically focuses on games made by indie studios. I’ve rated them mostly on how likely I am to buy them when they come out. Snap and Grab (2026) – 8/10 Amazing 80s aesthetics with high fashion and high class capers. The game centers around t

We’re not just a STEM school! On Valentine’s Day (February 14th for our unfamiliar Techers), the Caltech Arts Guild hosted it’s debut event Wine* and Cheese canvas painting and origami night hosted in the Blacker Hovse dining hall. With over 70 attendees over the course of the evening including grad students and undergrads alike, at least 10 pounds of cheese in addition to other consumables were vanquished. After the successful night, the club has since gathered more funding to continue to h

Springtime is here, and the Tech is back on campus. The Tech’s photography team has been out and about, capturing the beauty of the season on campus. Here are some of our favorite photos from the past few weeks. *DC Cherry Blossom Festival, 3/26/23, Photos by Abraham Belayneh ‘25 (4 photos), Caption: "The sunlight shining across the trees is the highlight of these photos. The annual DC Cherry Blossom Festival is very popular. Tourists around the country come and view the spectacle. I ju

The Tech’s Arts section is proud to present the March Art Spotlight, featuring the work of Aelin Hunt, Jen Hu, and Alicia Zhang. The artists were selected by the Arts section editors from a pool of submissions. The Tech is always looking for new art submissions, so if you are interested in submitting your work, please email tech@caltech.edu. Chomgp by Ae