The Dos and Don'ts of Studying Abroad
Everyone knows that the first big step to studying abroad is simply getting there. In just stepping off the airplane into your chosen...
Anastasia Armstrong (U Mass Amherst)
Anastasia Armstrong (U Mass Amherst)
Anastasia Armstrong. English Major at UMass Amherst.
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What I Learned Interning at a Literary Agency
During my last semester at UMass, I had the opportunity to intern at the Linda Roghaar Literary Agency in Amherst. As the business takes...
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The Many Skills of an English Major: 7 Skills I Learned From My English Major
During my time in high school, I always knew that I would go to college to study English. Sure, I knew that it was possible that my...
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Feeling Helpless: 6 Ways College Students Can Help Others During the Trump Era
As college students, we often feel helpless in the face of large changes occurring in our country. We are mostly trapped to a specific...
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6 Ways to Help You Finish the Honors Thesis
As I am halfway through working on my own honors thesis, I thought it would be helpful to share my advice with others who are struggling...
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6 Reasons Why the Classics Major is Worth it
A few people have asked me recently why I chose to minor in classics, specifically classical civilization. There seems to exist an idea...
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The Awkward Moment When Opinions Became Facts: Kellyanne Conway's Brief but Chilling Comment
When discussing politics recently with friends, we were all stunned by how short of a time it has been since Donald Trump was inaugurated...
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The Best Films to Watch Over Winter Break: English Major Style
As an English major, one of the most rewarding things we get to see is the way our favorite authors and books come to life on film, whether...
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The Good People Who Came From the 2016 Election
With the shock and sadness that came from the 2016 presidential election, it was hard for anyone to find something happy to distract...
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6 Reasons Why An English Major Should Study Professional Writing
Professional Writing and Technical Communication, otherwise known as PWTC at UMass Amherst , is a specialization that teaches hands-on...
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Why 2016 Has Been the Craziest Year
2016 still has two months left, but it has been a wild year. Politics alone could paint this year as one of the most memorable, but with...
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Addressing Mental Illness: Response to Recent Suicides in College
Mental illness is the elephant in the room. It’s the reason some people fail to get out of bed every morning, turn to alcohol and drugs for...
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Senior Year: Looking back at UMass Amherst
With my final year at UMass Amherst underway, I am almost forced to spend every day reflecting on my experience as a student and...
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6 Ways to Prepare For Your First Summer Internship
1. Have An Open Mind With any event in your life, you always paint a picture of what it's supposed to look like and what exactly you think...
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5 Reasons Why Being a Writer Is the Best
Good writers have a talent with words and imagination. Whether you're a journalism, English, or science major, it's definitely an amazing...
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5 Reasons Why Starting the Dating Life Late Is Awesome
I knew exactly what I wanted.
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A Beginner's Guide to Lush Cosmetics
Over the years I've heard so many friends comment on their desire for chemical-free soap, or cosmetics free from the horrendous animal...
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The Fear of Speaking Out: Reflecting on Kesha
You are most likely familiar with Kesha’s failed trial against her sexual harasser, Dr. Luke, and the overwhelming support she has received...
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Why The Office Is My Comfort Show
This coming May, it will have been three years since the last episode of The Office aired. A show centered on the workers of a paper...
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The UMass Tour Group Invasion: A Look Back at My UMass Campus Tour
Along with the taste of summer, freedom, and finales, the spring semester also brings along the gangs of tour groups that seem to pop up...
