Senior Milena Velez smiles with her stuffed animal Bunny in 2010. Velez said Bunny used to have a pink and white striped bow but it fell off. Photo courtesy of Milena Velez Childhood possessions, such as a baby blanket or stuffed animal, are often considered people's most treasured possessions. These childhood possessions have watched their owners grow up and been there as a … [Read more...] about Students Reminisce About Their Treasured Childhood Possessions
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Advice Column: How To Stay Motivated for the Gym
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic includes an advice column based on new topics and different writers’ thoughts. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. Dear Waves, Exercise is such an important part of staying healthy, but, at the end of a long day, it can be the last thing I want to do. After a long day of classes, homework and all … [Read more...] about Advice Column: How To Stay Motivated for the Gym
Opinion: Poetry Can Speak to People in Different Ways
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. As a kid, I rarely went anywhere without books. I was able to focus on the story in crowded places full of noise and could remember important details long after I finished the book. This habit has dwindled somewhat in my … [Read more...] about Opinion: Poetry Can Speak to People in Different Ways
Deinfluencing Trend Counters Consumerism
Deinfluencing is the antithesis of influencer culture — deinfluencers encourage people to reduce consumption of products hyped on social media, according to CNN. In 2023, online content creators started the deinfleuncing trend to counter the impact influencer marketing has on spending habits. Instead of pushing products, deinfluencing content dissuades consumers from … [Read more...] about Deinfluencing Trend Counters Consumerism
Opinion: Writing Fan Fiction Is an Emotional Experience
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.Upon hearing the word "fan fiction" some may think of the poorly written stories scattered around Wattpad featuring a famous celebrity and a self-insert character. Others may visualize young teenage girls hovering over their … [Read more...] about Opinion: Writing Fan Fiction Is an Emotional Experience
