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An Ode to Diet Coke: A Beverage that Changes Lives

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Photo by Rhema GabriellaWhenever people see me drinking a Diet Coke, they always say, “You know that’s not actually healthy for you, right?” Oh, dear person, you do not know the reason why we drink Diet Coke. We don't drink a soda to be healthy. We drink it because it’s delicious and, yes, we know it tastes like chemicals. Those chemicals are incredibly … [Read more...] about An Ode to Diet Coke: A Beverage that Changes Lives

Don’t Rewind

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Art by Peau Porotesano We remember the good stuff. But to be fair, why wouldn't we? It's far easier to look back on a situation, relationship or event and remember the positive elements over the negative. Unless something quite traumatic has happened, its incredibly easy to gloss over the less favorable days. In my developmental psychology class last semester, we learned … [Read more...] about Don’t Rewind

Back to School Minimalism: The Joy’s in the Details

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Art by Peau PorotesanoWritten by Jessica Ragsdale The process of moving back to campus every year can bring with it a few questions. As students begin dragging full, heavy boxes up the steps of their dorms, one question is often asked: “How did I end up with all of this stuff?” Books, clothing, bedding, and electronics add up quickly and heavily. This question and … [Read more...] about Back to School Minimalism: The Joy’s in the Details

London Just Called and it Won’t Stop Crying

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Editors note: Due to a procedural error, this story was written on April 9, 2015 but was not published until recently. We apologize for any confusion.Art by Chris Chen My parents were both wearing their sunglasses inside LAX. I hadn’t met most of the London program yet, and I am sure some of the kids were a bit confused. But I knew my parents’ tactics –– … [Read more...] about London Just Called and it Won’t Stop Crying