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. Hey Waves, College encompasses precious stages of life. You may meet your lifelong best friend, experience the most tearful breakup or encounter important mentors within those four … [Read more...] about Advice Column: Jot Down Your College Life
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Good News: Cultivate A Heart of Thankfulness
Welcome to week five. I think to myself, “Where did the past four weeks go?” It appears I was swept up into a whirlwind of multiple 8 a.m., classes, late-night homework assignments and a variety of student activities. Monday morning comes like a subway train bright and early. The startling chime of my alarm clock mimics the all too familiar bing-bong sound of the New York … [Read more...] about Good News: Cultivate A Heart of Thankfulness
Good News: New Year, New Beginnings
January is one of my favorite times of the year. It is not common to hear someone say they love the month of January — it is usually cold and follows right after one of the happiest times of the year — Christmas. But because of this, I have made it a goal of mine to become a person who loves the concept of the "new year." The idea of a new year is so refreshing. I … [Read more...] about Good News: New Year, New Beginnings
My Home Office: Amanda Cooper
Senior Amanda Cooper said she enjoys the nature view from her desk and recommends students take-in each day. "Use this as a time to either start journaling or recording your thoughts and feelings because I think that's a healthy thing to do anyway," Cooper said. __________________________ Follow the Graphic on Instagram: @PeppGraphic … [Read more...] about My Home Office: Amanda Cooper
Writing After Hours
Photo by Milan LoiaconoAs the sun sets on a long day of graduate school and internships, Marina Sangit settles in with her favorite notebook and her bullet journal. She writes poems and short stories, journals and draws.“I think some of my best creative writing — which is one of my coping mechanisms and my outlets — is when I'm by myself at night," Sangit … [Read more...] about Writing After Hours