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Since the Pandemic, every Friday night has turned into Monster Movie night with my friends on discord. This is still a tradition years later and I would like to share with you my favorite “monster movies” along with a few favorites from the Library and SLC team just in time for Halloween. Get ready for a scare! 

 

1. Gonjiam: Haunted Asylum (2018)

 

A personal favorite, but be warned, this film goes from a 2 to a 10 real fast. Love a good haunted house live stream? Then this one is for you!

 

 

2. Host (2020)

 

This movie had me screaming at the very end. Afraid of zoom calls? Get ready for the most deadly one!

 

 

3. Paranorman (2012)

 

A great stop motion film to add to your watch list this Halloween!

 

4. Coco (2017)

 

Kat says, “Since it came out, I like to watch Coco at around 11 pm on Halloween night because by the time it ends, it's Nov 1st which is El Día de los Angelitos.”

 

 

5. Halloween (1978)

 

Martha’s favorite Halloween movie is the classic Halloween! She states, “I like the original Halloween because it shows how loose everything used to be regarding babysitting...Where were the parents!?!?!”

 

 

6. To Kill a Mockingbird (1962)

 

"I mean, there is a reason it is a classic," Says Katharine.

 

 

7. Scream (1996)

 

Another Halloween go to! Just hang up the phone people!

 

 

8. What We Do in the Shadows (2014)

 

"Another favorite because it's so funny." Says Lea.

 

 

9. Psycho Goreman (2020)

 

Lea states, "One that I’d recommend to anyone is a new favorite of mine on Shudder in the dark comedy genre called Psycho Goreman. Absolutely hilarious."

 

 

Making a playlist for spooky season is a long-held tradition of mine. Not only is Halloween my favorite holiday, but dark, witchy music happens to be my favorite genre. Each year, I like to make a new playlist featuring 31 of my favorite songs for October/Halloween. Each year’s playlist is a little different, but there are usually certain songs that always make the cut. This time, I decided to reach out to students and staff in the SLC and library to find out which songs have them under a spell this time of year. This playlist contains some of my favorite spooky songs as well as those from the learning commons team. Even if Halloween isn’t your thing, I’m sure there’s bound to be at least one song on this playlist that you find eerie-sistable! 

You're welcome to check out the whole playlist on Youtube or Spotify!

 

1. I Put a Spell on You from Disney’s Hocus Pocus 

Starting off the playlist strong is an all-time classic and one of Jana Ziemba’s favorites, I Put a Spell on You! Who doesn’t love Hocus Pocus?

 

2. Halloween by Siouxsie and the Banshees

I feel like Siouxsie and the Banshees is obligatory in any Halloween/autumn playlist. Spellbound is another great track to add!

 

3. The Killing Moon by Echo & the Bunnymen

This has been a favorite of mine for many Halloweens. The music video makes you feel like you’re watching an 80s thriller intro.

 

4. (Don’t Fear) The Reaper by Blue Öyster Cult

Be’Lit Garrity says, “It’s in several horror movies so I feel like it should count” and to that, we say YES. There is nothing better than letting go of your existential dread of death while listening to the first 10 seconds of this song. I mean the intro riff? Iconic. 

 

5. Bela Lugosi’s Dead by Bauhaus

I always add this song to my Halloween playlists. I love the reverberation that all the sounds make throughout the song. It really contributes to an air of mystery and evokes imagery of bats and shadows lurking in the night.

 

6. Rhiannon by Fleetwood Mac

Here’s a more upbeat song with less in-your-face Halloween vibes. I like that this song is about a witch flying through the night sky. Rhiannon Rocks, Fleetwood Mac rocks.

 

7. Thriller by Michael Jackson

If you’re not adding Michael Jackson’s Thriller are you even making a Halloween playlist?

 

8. Season of the Witch by Donovan

This was another favorite of Be’Lit who says, “I also listen to Season of the witch by Donovan a lot around this time of year to kind of get into the spirit of things.” 

 

9. The Protector by Blackwater Holylight

If you’re a sucker for the witchy vibes of autumn, then this 5 woman band will knock your socks off with their grungy guitar riffs, bassy drumbeat, and ethereal vocals. Blackwater Holylight SLAYS.

 

10. Night Ride Across The Caucasus by Loreena McKennitt

Katharine Novak says, “I am not into any holidays and never was into the spooky stuff, but Autumn is my favorite time of year and I think of Loreena McKennitt.”

 

11. Mr. Crowley by Ozzy Osbourne

Oh, Aleister Crowley. Surely, a household name for magicians and occultists worldwide. He was a controversial, mysterious, and arguably misunderstood man who often gets pinned as being wicked and evil. Was he really? Hear for yourself in Ozzy’s Mr. Crowley.

 

12. This is Halloween from Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

“Anything from Nightmare Before Christmas is a win, obviously.” -Ang Pohle

 

13. Ghost Town by The Specials

I love the reggae/ska genre and political message of this song Ghost Town by the Specials! This was also perfect during lockdown.

 

14. SPOOKi (Spooky Scary Skeletons) by FiASKO

Katherine Illich says, “My jam is SPOOKi by FiASKO. For me, Halloween is about having fun, and this song brings on those vibes. I love how silly and spooky it feels. Who doesn't love spooky scary skeletons!” This is a remake of the original and familiar song, Spooky, Scary Skeletons, one of Lee Brown’s favorite Halloween songs!

 

15. Pain by Boy Harsher

I like to imagine being in the club while listening to Boy Harsher. There’s something very spooky about this song… maybe it’s the lyrics that say, “I am gonna follow you tonight.” and “I like pain”. Is this song written from the perspective of a sadistic stalker?

 

16. My Girlfriend’s Girlfriend by Type O Negative

Jennifer Pulley provided me with a mix of favorite songs for Halloween but said she loves Type O Negative because of the overall vibe of the music. Peter Steele’s deep, vampire-like voice mixed with the heavy guitar is totally perfect for this time of year. 

 

17. Disco//very by Warpaint

I love the powerful, witchy nature of Warpaint’s music. This is an all-time favorite, especially for this time of year. The lyrics are just perfect. 

 

18. Shadowplay by Joy Division

Joy Division was another favorite of Jenni Pulley, who has their music on her Halloween Playlist. I am HERE for the dark, moody moments in Joy Division’s Shadowplay.

 

19. Seed by Just Mustard

I recently discovered Just Mustard and can’t stop listening to their music! If you like goth, industrial, noise genres paired with celestial female vocals then you’ll LOVE Just Mustard. Their music videos are all works of art.

 

20. Bury a friend by Billie Eilish

I love Billie Eilish and Bury a Friend is perfect for this time of year. The music video is a real treat.

 

21. Pet Semetary by the Ramones

“The smell of death is all around” in Ramone’s Pet Semetary and we are HERE FOR IT.

 

22. Little Dark Age by MGMT

If you’re into 80’s themed horror (music or movies) then you will love MGMT and their song Little Dark Age. The music video features the chopping of various fruits and is giving experimental art students into 80's horror vibes.

 

23. People Are Strange by The Doors

“My favorite song to sing at the grocery store.” -Rob Evans, Gallery director.

 

24. Pray by Soap&Skin

Soap&Skin’s music is perfect for creating a moody, atmospheric vibe this October or on any rainy day. Pray is magnificent because at first, it sounds like a sad song, and then towards the end, the dramatic strings come in and suddenly doom is on the horizon.

 

25. Every Day is Halloween by Ministry

The background vocals are so fun! This one’s perfect for an '80s-themed Halloween party.

 

26. Night by John Carpenter

John Carpenter is an absolute horror movie (and soundtrack) genius. Night is one of my favorite tracks of his and the music video is great for putting on the background while you work on homework!

 

27. Strange Brew by Cream

Just in case you needed another witchy song to add to this year’s autumn playlist, here is Cream’s Strange Brew. 

 

28. Moons and Cattails by Linda Perhacs

Here's a more obscure selection to add to your playlist that will get a conversation started! I love the wobbly sound at the beginning of this song that conjures up images of a witch gliding through the night sky beneath a full moon. I recently discovered Linda’s music and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in psychedelic, experimental music from the 70s. Unfortunately, this is the only album she released for 44 years since the album didn’t gain any traction and she quit making music to pursue dentistry. I think this album is so unique and interesting I wish she had made more!

 

29. A Stroll Through Hive Manor Corridors by The Hives

This song by the Hives is another instrumental song that is perfect for putting on while you make your costume or carve pumpkins!

 

30. Time Will Come by Tol-Puddle Martyrs

Much like, Don’t Fear the Reaper, Time Will Come is all about the inevitable… death. I mean, it doesn’t get much darker than that!

 

31. See You Next Fall by All Them Witches

If I could only listen to one band for the rest of my life, it would be All Them Witches. I love everything about them. Some of their other tracks like Diamond, Fall Into Place, and Swallowed By The Sea, are killer on any dark, moody playlist. This track in particular is a perfect way to wrap up any Halloween/autumnal playlist. See You Next Fall!

We have a few research tools that can get overshadowed by JSTOR and Ebsco. 

Down at the bottom of the database list on your portal is a link to WGSN (originally Worth Global Style Network, but now just WGSN). While primarily used by fashion professionals, WGSN has content that many students can use. Designers should be aware of the color forecasting reports. Graphic design and interior design use color all the time...what colors are going to be trending in 2024? WGSN can tell you. 

WGSN has white papers on technology and sustainability, and reports on how 3D printing is used in fashion and design. 

If you are interested in photography, take a look at the WGSN exhibition reports and the streetwear fashion collection. 

Also check out Stash Media.  Stash Media is an online magazine filled with the latest creative work for various ad campaigns, music videos, short films, and any other highly creative commercial creations. One of my favorites from the most recent Stash issue is The Taco Bell Fry Force “Nacho Fries”. This is a recent ad campaign where Taco Bell’s new fries were revealed through an action packed anime mecha sequence.  

When exploring this ad on Stash you get access to stunning stills from the ad, statements from the artists and also get to see the ad agencies and people behind it. This can be great for building a data base of potential clients or finding people who you make want to try to connect with in the future.  

We also have Naxos Music Library, which is a streaming classical music collection. Our new music program uses this database, but non-music students may want to listen also. 

While I often suggest Ebsco and JSTOR for research, there are a lot of other sources of information. Contact the library@rmcad.edu for login information!

College can be overwhelming, especially as we head into the end of one term and the start of another!

The Learning Commons is here to help:

LibAswers: LibChat

Do you have a burning question about our academic databases? Would you like help on how to get started on a topic for your research paper? These are all great questions to ask our RMCAD Libguides chat service! The Learning Commons offers a chat service for all library and Student Learning Center related questions. All you need to do is follow the link here and ask your questions!

Frequently Asked Questions

Learning from others is how we grow as artists. Let’s grow together from some frequently asked questions and the answers to them! Check out the more questions here:  https://rmcad.libanswers.com/

Q: How do I access the library’s academic databases?

Log in to the RMCAD portal. Click on "RMCAD School Resources" from the navigation menu on the left-hand side of the page. Then, click on "Academic Databases." This will bring you to a list of links to the academic databases that the library provides to RMCAD students. If you're having issues opening the links, make sure your pop-up blocker is disabled!

Q: How do you get an Artstor account?

Email the library@rmcad.edu and they will set you up!

Q: How do I set up an SLC appointment?

Students can schedule an appointment with the SLC by visiting rmcad.mywconline.com and following instructions in the "How to Schedule anSLC Appointment" Video , or by emailing learning@rmcad.edu. When emailing the SLC to schedule an appointment please tell us your name, where you are located, what class, assignment, and/or topic you need help with,  and a few days/times that will work for you!

Are you curious about what other people have to say about SLC appointments?  Check out our accolades: 

My tutor was awesome!!! She always gets me unstuck and helps me think in new ways. 

I love my tutor! she is awesome she really takes the time we have of course and explain what i was having trouble with in the best way. 

My tutor was very friendly! She made me feel very welcome and was open to anything I had to say. She answered all of my questions thoroughly. 

Happy learning!

-The Learning Commons

Banned Books Week is a celebration of the freedom to read. It helps to raise awareness of the banning and challenging of books. What’s the difference between a challenge and a banning? A challenge attempts to remove materials, whereas a banning removes those materials. A good portion of books are banned and or challenged by parents for personal reasons. They may consider the LBGTQIA content to be inappropriate, which is why the children's book “I Am Jazz” by Jazz Jennings was challenged.

The biggest reason why books where challenged in 2021 was for sexually explicit content. A lot of classics such as “To Kill a Mockingbird” by Harper Lee are challenged for this reason. 

 

According to Maya Angelou, “Many times my books are banned by people who never read two sentences.” Banning books is a blindfold that isolates us. Reading broadens our horizons as we experience the world through the eyes of others. Go read a banned or challenged book!