Graphic by Nate BartonDuring my senior year of high school, I went a week without my phone for a retreat. It was terrifying to be stuck up in the woods, leading a group of my peers from my all-girls Catholic high school without a connection to the outside world.I hated not being able to check my group texts or call my mom. But at the same time, it was so liberating. And that … [Read more...] about Unplug and Unwind
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Learn to Express Love
Graphic by Nate BartonI’ll begin with a quick disclaimer: this might be a little sappy. It is February after all. Yes, I’m here to talk about Valentine’s Day. Don’t get me wrong – I do think that Valentine’s Day is a “Hallmark holiday.” It is definitely overly-commercialized and the way it is marketed and portrayed in … [Read more...] about Learn to Express Love
Media Trumps All
Art by Sybil ZhangJournalists have played an important role in politics for centuries. However, in his first couple of days in office President Donald Trump has declared a war on journalists and the media, according to Julian Zelizer's article, "President Trump's dangerous war on the media," published Jan. 25 by CNN. With so much opposition already on Trump's plate, the … [Read more...] about Media Trumps All
Learning to Dance in the Rain
Graphic by Nate BartonLast week, an onslaught of rain struck California, creating some chaos and confusion.On Sunday alone, many areas of California were flooded with up to four inches of rain, according to the Los Angeles Times. Many saw this harsh storm as something destructive – causing rockslides, power outages, mudslides, and flooding cars and homes. Personally, I'm … [Read more...] about Learning to Dance in the Rain
Attest to Today’s History
Graphic by Nate BartonOur nation witnessed several historic moments this week, from the swearing-in of a new president to the march of millions of women and men across the nation in support of women’s rights. There is no denying that these are big moments – not only for our nation, but for our fellow students, professors and human beings.That being said, times are … [Read more...] about Attest to Today’s History
