Art by Peau PorotesanoIn this day and age, it’s tempting to think that men and women are equal in most aspects of society. Women have made tremendous strides over the past 60-plus years, and I enjoy many more rights and opportunities today than my mother or grandmother before me did. While these hard-won accomplishments should certainly be lauded, it is critical to note … [Read more...] about Embrace Female Leadership
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Animal Enslavement Masquerades as Entertainment
Art by Christopher ChenGrowing up, most of us went to zoos, aquariums and the circus. Maybe many of us also went to SeaWorld. Several of us probably thought it was cool to see animals up close. Many probably thought it was fun to watch them perform and do tricks. But many of us didn't think about how harmful this actually was to them. Many of us call ourselves animal lovers, … [Read more...] about Animal Enslavement Masquerades as Entertainment
Finding a New Direction with ‘Mind of Mine’
Photo Courtesy of RCA Records This time last year, One Direction fans mourned the beginning of the end for the boy band that made a good portion of the world fall head over heels for them. In March 2015, Zayn Malik had publicly announced his departure from the group. As another sign of "good riddance," Malik decided to release his debut album, "Mind of Mine," this year on the … [Read more...] about Finding a New Direction with ‘Mind of Mine’
Eating Disorders Found among Men and Women
Infograph by Hannah AlmstedAt the beginning of her freshman year, Jane (named changed for anonymity) began an intense fitness regime that would rival even the most elite athletes. From twice-a-day workouts to a strict diet full of lean protein and no carbs, you might think she was training for something — and she was: a better version of herself.This was a new routine for … [Read more...] about Eating Disorders Found among Men and Women
Catching Up With Aaron Barnett
Photos by Celia SmithTypically, when one imagines a star athlete, images of hyper-aggressive, weirdly confident players come to mind. I mean, why not have an ego when you know you're freakishly talented? Still, we all love to see a humble, down-to-earth star, like Steph Curry. Now, one can go too far with modestness, but there's a solid balance. Junior catcher Aaron Barnett has … [Read more...] about Catching Up With Aaron Barnett
