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Opinion: Humility is Aligned With Self-Respect

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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. Growing up in Catholic schools, humility was a particularly valued trait that was encouraged on all fronts. Humility in service, faith and manners were praised as the markers of somebody who “lives each day as Jesus … [Read more...] about Opinion: Humility is Aligned With Self-Respect

Opinion: Courage Takes Many Forms

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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. On the VIA (Values in Action) Character Strengths and Virtues Test, one of the listed virtues is courage. I have taken this test in a few psychology courses, and while the ranking differs slightly every time, courage has always … [Read more...] about Opinion: Courage Takes Many Forms

Advice: Foster Spontaneity in Friendships

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Hey Waves, In recent years, discussions regarding “the loneliness epidemic” seem to be pervasive. A combination of social media’s rise, a global pandemic and hyper-individualism has cultivated tension in even the simplest of communications. Established friendships are affected by rising anxieties about images and impressions. Long-term relationships are developed on a … [Read more...] about Advice: Foster Spontaneity in Friendships

Opinion: Publishing Trends Dilute Important Literature

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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. Last year, I went to Barnes & Noble with a friend, and as usual, there were several tables showcasing particular books for particular readers. Some of them were along the lines of “Banned Books” or “True Crime.” On … [Read more...] about Opinion: Publishing Trends Dilute Important Literature

Opinion: Science Deserves Better in Film and TV

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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. Last semester, I had to enroll in an Advanced Screenwriting class for my creative writing minor. I typically take classes that involve writing prose, and I consider prose to be my strong suit, but I figured I would try … [Read more...] about Opinion: Science Deserves Better in Film and TV