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Opinion: Grief and Growth

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Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. “Grief is love with nowhere to go.” I think that saying is true and can be a helpful way to frame it, but I also believe grief encompasses so much more than just love with nowhere to go. One can define grief as a "deep … [Read more...] about Opinion: Grief and Growth

Peace Through Music: Letter from the Editor

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Photo by Lucian Himes Growing up, I was always singing. Always. When I was nervous or afraid of the dark, singing made me feel better every time, without fail. For me, music has always been a constant. If something stressful or sad happened during my school day, I would listen to music before bed. It made me feel better and recognize I wasn't alone. When life is hard and … [Read more...] about Peace Through Music: Letter from the Editor

Songs That Changed the World: Music of the Past, Present and Future

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Nolan Harvel (left) and Oliver Westover (right) play guitar and sing. Photos by Lucian Himes. Graphics by Haley Hoidal Music can be about anything. It can be about political issues, first love, friendships, faith, the human condition and any and all types of emotions many individuals — or even just one — may find important. These can be songs of past generations … [Read more...] about Songs That Changed the World: Music of the Past, Present and Future

An Extra Sense: Music Bridges Memory

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Jessica Cail, Stephen Weinstock, Jonathon Louie and Joseph Sadler all relive their childhood musical memories. Photo by Lucian Himes Music can transcend not only physical space — but time. In a hospital, an older woman lies on the bed. A staff member puts headphones over her ears with music she used to listen to. The woman moves her head. She dances along to the songs … [Read more...] about An Extra Sense: Music Bridges Memory