Art by Christine NelsonWhen I think about the crisis in Syria, like most others, my heart stops and my stomach sinks. Sadly, it’s embarrassing to admit that I wasn’t fully aware, nor did I fully understand, what was really going on in this foreign country, 6,677 miles away from the United States. Like many, it wasn’t until the image of a lifeless Syrian boy … [Read more...] about Syrian Crisis: Take the ‘Journey of Death’
Perspectives
Emojis: Create Your Speech
Art by Christopher ChenAnyone with parents will realize that the meanings of words change. For instance, just the other day, my friend’s mother complained that “they came up with a new word: binge-drinking.” She hilariously ranted about it being unnecessary. “To us back then, it was just the weekend!” Since the meanings of words are not inherent in … [Read more...] about Emojis: Create Your Speech
The End is Coming for Postmodernism
Art by Christine NelsonIn 2015, everything is described as subjective, from the news (which is supposed to be objective) to our sense of fashion. We are taught and imbued with the need to express ourselves. We are a subjective people in a world that no longer believes in objective truth nor objective facts. Graduate students at the University of Alabama said in a guide to … [Read more...] about The End is Coming for Postmodernism
Stop Walking in Everyone’s Shoes: Thoughts on Judgment Culture
Art by Kris HarperWith all the categories available for us to sort and shelve ourselves, it’s no wonder why we love Buzzfeed quizzes so much. It’s pretty embarrassing how excited I get over a few indiscriminate questions that promise to tell me what breakfast food I am (French toast) or which character from “Parks and Recreation” is most like me … [Read more...] about Stop Walking in Everyone’s Shoes: Thoughts on Judgment Culture
Independent Candidates Fail to Make Mark
Art by Kris HarperThere is still more than a year until the next president of the United States is elected, but already the media is focusing heavily on lead candidates. There have already been two Republican candidate debates, and social networking is full of stances regarding the prominent contenders. Everyone has an opinion one way or another about Donald Trump and Hillary … [Read more...] about Independent Candidates Fail to Make Mark
