Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. In multiple psychology courses, I have been required to take the VIA (Values in Action) Character Strengths and Virtues test. The assessment covers 24 strengths and virtues, some of which include bravery, hope, creativity and … [Read more...] about Opinion: Beauty Exists Everywhere
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Opinion: Change Can Be Embraced
Transparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer. I generally consider myself a creature of habit and routine, and I invariably prefer stability over frequent change. I’ve met people who love moving from place to place, meeting new people wherever they go, and I often … [Read more...] about Opinion: Change Can Be Embraced
Good News: Suite Style Living is Sweet
I am writing this article in my dorm room. My suitemate is on my floor doing homework, my roommate is running in and out deciding what to wear to the Well and my other suitemates are doing their hair across the hall. I have to add: we are doing all of this in front of an ocean view. When else in my life will I get to live in the same room, with my best friends, in one of the … [Read more...] about Good News: Suite Style Living is Sweet
Good News: A Same-Named Roommate Makes Life Exciting
Growing up, I never knew anyone with the same name as me. My name is not so unique — not one of those names you hear that sticks out. But in my little bubble growing up in Pleasant Hill, California, I lived my life as the only Amanda for the longest time. Arriving at college — amidst dozens of other changes — this changed too. I walked into my DeBell suite hearing … [Read more...] about Good News: A Same-Named Roommate Makes Life Exciting
Opinion: Combat the Friendship Recession
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 time marches faster and faster toward my final years in undergrad, I cannot help but ponder my current friendships and wonder what will happen after graduation. Will people drift apart? Will I lose those friendships when … [Read more...] about Opinion: Combat the Friendship Recession
