Embracing What I Once Considered My Flaws
“Nobody’s perfect.” Perhaps the most unhealthy phrase to ever leave one’s lips, it’s ingrained in our minds as children that we will never...
Ally Ford (Virginia Tech ‘22)
Ally Ford (Virginia Tech ‘22)
About me: a sophomore at Virginia Tech pursuing a dual degree in multimedia journalism and Spanish with a minor in professional and technical writing who enjoys driving with no destination, watching sunsets on the beach, mint chocolate chip ice cream and writing for Her Campus.
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A Melancholy Birthday
I turn 20 this week, finally out of my teens, and I should be beyond excited. Instead, because of the obvious pandemic and its effects on...
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What Learning a Second Language Taught Me About Myself
"I am no longer the girl who sits in the back of the classroom with her head down. I do not keep my thoughts and opinions to myself and I am not afraid to speak up when it comes to what I am passionate about." You'd be amazed at what can give you confidence!
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Introvert vs. Old Soul: What's the Difference?
Ever since I was born, I have been called an old soul by my parents and extended family. I never liked hearing those words growing up, it...
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Maintaining Long Distance Friendships
One of the many side effects of the coronavirus pandemic has been the cancellation of in-person classes and the movement to online classes...
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The Power of a Solid Routine
Life is undeniably hard; it has its ups and downs, highs and lows, good days and bad. With everything going on in the world right now, how...
