The newest app to take the Google Play store and the App Store by storm is called Yik Yak, an anonymous posting and messaging service that has become a major topic of interest among the students of 250 colleges across the nation. The app works in a similar way to Twitter, in that people can post whatever is on their minds in a limited number of characters. People can … [Read more...] about Yik Yak Stampedes into the Social Sphere
Emily Goldberg
Watson’s Speech on Feminism Sparks New Debate
Photo Courtesy of UN Women Emma Watson has blossomed from a saucy young witch to a passionate, mature feminist. Straight out of college, fresh into the real world, Watson is named a U.N. Goodwill Ambassador based off her power and passion for women’s rights. On Sept. 20, in front of the entire U.N., Watson was very open with her views on feminism and gender equality. She … [Read more...] about Watson’s Speech on Feminism Sparks New Debate
Joan Rivers: Feminist Turned Firecracker on Stage
Art by Sacha Irick What does it mean to be a feminist? According to the Feminist Majority Foundation, it is “the policy, practice or advocacy of political, economic and social equality for women.” The general idea of being a feminist is supporting the equality of men and women in society. It empowers women to feel that they are men’s equals, even after years of hearing … [Read more...] about Joan Rivers: Feminist Turned Firecracker on Stage
New Internship Brings Light to Computer Science Program
Photo by Marisa Padilla Chief Information Officer Jonathan See created a new internship program aimed at real world application of technology. Practical experience in computer science is now being offered on campus thanks to a new internship. Chief Information Officer Jonathan See started a computer science internship program to help students interested in computer science … [Read more...] about New Internship Brings Light to Computer Science Program
I Survived Spring Admissions
Art by Sacha Irick Going into college as a first-year student is one of the most nerve-wracking instances of a young person’s life. Lots of people have said what college will be like. But, you will never truly know until you get there. It is the culmination of all previous experiences in high school. Education, sports and social life — college is unlike anything … [Read more...] about I Survived Spring Admissions
