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Embrace the Tech Age

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Art by Sybil ZhangIt seems like every other week another article comes out about how technology is ruining lives, turning the populous into brain dead zombies who can't be without their phones for 20 minutes and are addicted to the dopamine dose they get every time someone likes their post on Facebook. People love to harken back to the old days of yore when apparently everyone … [Read more...] about Embrace the Tech Age

Staff Editorial: Appreciate Nostalgia

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Art by Peau Porotesano There comes a point in everyone's life where they look back at the shows they watched while growing up, the toys they played with, and the music they listened to, and they come to the heart-stopping realization that they have become old. It happens slowly. Three years ago turns into six, six turns into seven and suddenly it's been 11 years since the … [Read more...] about Staff Editorial: Appreciate Nostalgia

Read for Fun

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Graphic by Nate BartonReading for fun is crucial for brain development because it works as the brain's physical activity, benefiting the brain and the individual as a whole. Among many other benefits, pleasure reading can reduce stress, lead to better relationships and stimulate the brain. Many college students usually read for work or school, but reading for fun should be … [Read more...] about Read for Fun

Trudge On

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Graphic by Nate BartonAs a senior graduating in the spring, the approaching, unknown future is a little overwhelming at times. There is so much to do and so much uncertainty lying ahead. I imagine I'm not the only college student who feels this way, and it is important that students know how to deal with these worries.“Take a deep breath and put yourself to use” is … [Read more...] about Trudge On