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
Perspectives
Wells Fargo Continues to Disappoint
Art by Sybil ZhangAlmost one year ago, news broke that Wells Fargo "employees secretly created millions of unauthorized bank and credit card accounts — without their customers knowing it," according to Matt Egan's article, "5,300 Wells Fargo employees fired over 2 million phony accounts," published Sept. 8, 2016 by CNN Money. Though the bank has claimed to have made … [Read more...] about Wells Fargo Continues to Disappoint
Trudge On
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
AKB Sits With Me
Graphic by Nate BartonHundreds of people come and go at the Waves Cafe. I get to see all of them as they put their trays and trash away. Most of the time, they walk past without looking at me. Not that many people eat lunch with me. I even heard someone say I was the worst table at the Caf. But I beg to differ.I am the most special table at the cafeteria. Not just because … [Read more...] about AKB Sits With Me
How to Deal with Bad Roomates
Graphic by Nate BartonOne aspect of college is learning how to deal with bad roommates. We have all had our fair share of roommate conflict. I have had great roommates but other times I have found myself hiding in Payson to avoid going home. But the conflict itself is not as important as how you choose to deal with it. Put your passive-aggressive sticky notes down. They are … [Read more...] about How to Deal with Bad Roomates