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Opinion: Drop the Phone, Touch Grass Instead

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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.As a teenager, I used to always roll my eyes and laugh at older generations who scorned the modern technology that fit into everyone’s pockets.“It’s those damn phones!” was the popular phrase satirized on … [Read more...] about Opinion: Drop the Phone, Touch Grass Instead

Opinion: Writing Fan Fiction Is an Emotional Experience

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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.Upon hearing the word "fan fiction" some may think of the poorly written stories scattered around Wattpad featuring a famous celebrity and a self-insert character. Others may visualize young teenage girls hovering over their … [Read more...] about Opinion: Writing Fan Fiction Is an Emotional Experience

Opinion: Envy Hurts Female Friendships

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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. In the past few decades, the question of who controls the narrative around women in art has been the center of criticism, debate and reform in the creative world. The history of women as the “subject” of art, viewed through … [Read more...] about Opinion: Envy Hurts Female Friendships

Instagram Aesthetics: Creative Outlet or Competition?

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The perfect shot, the best lighting, a clever caption — these are all aspects of a curated Instagram post. Senior Matt Cannon described the aesthetic of his Instagram profile as eccentric, provocative and colorful. Cannon features similar colors and shapes across his Instagram to evoke a feeling of unity and cohesiveness. “My aesthetic incorporates hues you don’t see on a … [Read more...] about Instagram Aesthetics: Creative Outlet or Competition?

Opinion: Choose Self-Care When News is Draining

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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. Staying informed is key for citizens to participate closely in a democracy, yet the nonstop flow of breaking news alerts on digital screens is becoming stressful and exhausting. A cartoon by David Sipress provides a great … [Read more...] about Opinion: Choose Self-Care When News is Draining