When I was in the third grade, my friends and I decided; to go on a diet. At that age, dieting meant fewer brownies, but still, the concept of an 8-year-old going on a diet is quite frightening. I did it for the same reason anyone else would: I wanted to lose weight. The role models I looked up to at that age were artists and groups such as Britney Spears and the Pussy Cat … [Read more...] about Beauty, Redefined
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Understand the Real Kanye
Art by Peau Porotesano Somewhere deep in my soul lies an affinity for people with personalities that the general public loathes. Kanye West is one of those people. Doused in controversy, fresh off stealing the Grammy spotlight from Beck, Mr. West still holds my affection. From “College Dropout” to “808s & Heartbreak” to “Yeezus,” he can do no wrong. From swiping … [Read more...] about Understand the Real Kanye
Nam Knows Best: Being the Token Poor Part I
I walk through Rho parking lot every day on my way home from class. I live in Lovernich, which isn’t that bad, but I happen to reside in the worst building: no ocean view, a refrigerator that smells like rotted cucumber no matter how many boxes of baking soda we lavish upon its odoriferous sensibility, and we don’t have cable. How? I don’t even know, but I've been missing out … [Read more...] about Nam Knows Best: Being the Token Poor Part I
It’s Time to Stop Talking About Fifty Shades of Grey
I don’t know about you, but according to my humble observation, the weekend of Valentine’s Day definitely got 50 shades darker. I am not referring to the hoards of vulture-like singles waiting for Feb. 15’s chocolate sales, nor am I referring to the actual film release. I am referring to the fact that everyone seems to use the personal choice of watching the film as a token of … [Read more...] about It’s Time to Stop Talking About Fifty Shades of Grey
Nam Knows Best: What Classrooms Smell Like Post-Break
Unless you are Buddy the Elf, you are probably a little relieved that the season of holidays is now over. Don’t get me wrong, I definitely think that the holiday season is one of the most wonderful times of the year. Also, I may or may not have dreamt of being Cindy Lou-Who from that one Dr. Seuss book about the Grinch. Even I get tired of poinsettias everywhere and garlands in … [Read more...] about Nam Knows Best: What Classrooms Smell Like Post-Break