5 of the Biggest Lessons I Learned During Undergrad
With only four short months left of my undergraduate career, I am feeling pretty reflective. I have seen a lot of articles written by...
Christiane Townsend (U Mass Amherst ‘19)
Christiane Townsend (U Mass Amherst ‘19)
Through her experience of living internationally throughout her childhood, Christi has firsthand knowledge of other countries, cultures, and religions. She is a Communication major at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and has been able to use her writing both in an academic and leisurely setting to spread cultural acceptance, awareness, and growth. Her favourite topics to write about include travel, feminism, politics and social life.
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The Good, Bad and Ugly of Being a Digital Worker
So, you want to work with social media - that’s great. What are the reasons you want to work in the digital space? Common sentiments...
To Be or Not To Be: The Rundown on Cancel Culture
If you live in the world of social media, beauty gurus and influencers, the James Charles and Tati Westbrook feud is no shocker . The...
Customer Service Needs To Be Redefined
After working in customer service for over four years, I have had my fair share of good and bad interactions with customers. If you have...
Student vs Internship - Why It's Becoming Increasingly Harder to Secure One
There is one thing that is constantly on the minds of undergraduates - becoming an intern. Since the early years of high school, I have...
Women Have the Right to Be Heard
Too many times have I been the victim of silence and too many times have I witnessed women suffer the same. Specifically, it is still too...
Your Complete Guide to a Korean Skincare Routine
One of the biggest trends right now is trying out a 10 step Korean skincare routine. While it sounds time consuming, those who have tried...
I've Given Up Instagram - Here's Why and What It's Like
Almost a year ago, I decided to permanently delete my Snapchat account and say goodbye to my streaks. Now a month into the new year, I have...
Opinion: Yes, Racism & Whitewashing Still Exist in Higher Education
On January 26, a series of tweets from Hua Sirui (a producer for Now This News) went viral. The tweets included screenshots, which can be...
How Her Campus UMass Has Helped Me Step Out of My Comfort Zone
I have been a member of Her Campus UMass Amherst for about a year now. Before college, I never saw myself as being a member of such a...
How Her Campus UMass Has Helped Me Step Out of My Comfort Zone
I have been a member of Her Campus UMass Amherst for about a year now. Before college, I never saw myself as being a member of such a...
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3 Podcasts You'll Love If You're Into True Crime
This past summer, I accidentally got myself hooked on investigative journalism and true crime podcasts. I know it sounds kind of boring to...
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Say Her Name: Sharon Otieno
If you haven't heard of #SayHerName, we've got you covered: Say Her Name is a social movement and hashtag founded by Kimberlé Crenshaw, one...
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Snapchat's Demise: Why More and More are Ditching the App
Are you feeling conflicted about keeping or deleting Snapchat? Do you find yourself using and watching Instagram's "Story" feature instead...
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Lacking Motivation? Follow These Studygrams!
With the semester coming to a close and summer right around the corner, feeling a lack of motivation this time of year is extremely normal...
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The Struggles of Having a Wicked Long Name
Having a long name is both a blessing and a curse. It's unique but can be quite bothersome. As a kid, I would have a hard time trying to...
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From Junk to Healthy: The Story of a Constant Snacker
Since this week is all about self-love, let’s start with the basics: snacks, cravings, and loving your body. I am guilty of being a...
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4 Things I've Learned From Living Abroad for Most of My Life
Being open while learning about the world is so worth the process.
