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Third-year theater students Cory Peter Lane, Hunter Saling and Jeremy Elder (left to right), who perform in the comedy group Business Casual, showcase their signature pose. The group got its name when they first performed together in dress shirts and ties after going to the show following a networking event on campus. (Hannah Burnett/Assistant Photo editor)

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Lessons in Laughter: Comedians showcase improv at Winter Welcome Comedy Show

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Student comics at the Winter Welcome Comedy Show joked about New Years’ resolutions, college and self-identity. “Everything I want to do this year makes me an objectively worse person,” said Pippa Spindel, a second-year cognitive science student who performed during the show.

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Lessons in Laughter: Comedians showcase improv at Winter Welcome Comedy Show

By Eli Countryman

Jan. 17, 2018 1:17 a.m.