The First Women in Outer Space by Anastasia Vylegzhanina
Women have lived in the shadows of their husband’s achievements for decades. Our female ancestors fought to earn recognition and equality...
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8 Women Who Changed Science Forever by Dhiona Jaramillo
For national Women’s History Month, I wanted to bring to light some women who changed the face of science forever. Being a woman in the...
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My First Camping Trip in the West by Anastasia Vylegzhanina
Despite the pandemic, my friends and I did not put our heads down. We arranged a 10-day round trip through 3 states: Wyoming, Utah, and...
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Why I Love Nature by Alexandra Kaufman
From snowcapped mountains to fiery sunsets, the landscape of Colorado is one of the most beautiful in the world. Every day that I look out...
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Being Immersed in a Foreign Language by Anastasia Vylegzhanina
Everything is possible if you really want it; A statement that I try to live by. When it comes to learning languages, whether it be German...
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A Love Letter to My Friends by Anastasia Vylegzhanina
My Dear Friends, Don’t you agree that love can come in many forms? Don’t you think that this magical entity can be expressed in a myriad of...
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Letter to My Dog by Alexandra Kaufman
Dear Ruby, For my entire life, I have loved animals and all that I ever wanted was to have a dog. I have had five hamsters, two guinea pigs...
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Is It a Privilege to Study Abroad? by Anastasia Vylegzhanina
Throughout history, studying abroad remains a privilege for many people. It is hard to deny the fact that only economically stable and...
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My Parents Are Always With Me by Anastasia Vylegzhanina
Parents are some of the most important people in the world, aren’t they? They’re those individuals whose decisions and actions play an...
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The Jewelry Box: A Scary Story by Dani Toubin
Destiny saw the box at an estate sale for the first time when she was seventeen years old. Her neighbor, Ms. Lincoln, had passed away...
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How to Celebrate Halloween During a Pandemic by Maggie Coutts
Halloween this year may look a bit different, but don’t let that get you down! There are plenty of safe things to do this spooky season...
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National Parks: An Integral Part of American Culture by Sam Gucwa
The first national park was created in 1872 when Yellowstone was first put under federal protection. Since then, the U.S. has created 421...
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Stonewall: Breaking the Barriers by Dani Toubin
As a young bisexual in the modern world, I often find myself thinking about where my community’s pride and rallying spirits came from. I...
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The Courage of Coming Out by Amanda Barnett
October 11th is National Coming Out Day. Coming out is defined as publicly sharing sexual or gender identity. Every LGBTQ+ person should...
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Teaching Everything but AB Calculus by Sam Gucwa
We were the second-best, the “almost good enough.” This is not how I would normally describe an AB calculus class, but at a private school...
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Maine: A Travel Itinerary for Every Season by Maggie Coutts
Whatever you’re looking for in a travel destination, Maine has it. Each season in Maine presents a different opportunity; whether you like...
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Top 10 Places to Visit if You Are a Fan of Mamma Mia! by Segren Rollin
During quarantine, Mamma Mia! blew up on my social media accounts. The joke on social media is that we should all dropout of college, move...
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5 Back to School Reading Recommendations by Toni Elton
Going back to school calls for a lot of reading from the load of classes carried on your back this quarter. Reading is subject to having a...
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Understanding Why It's Important to Care for Your Body, No Matter What Number is on the Scale by Segren Rollin
I grew up a competitive dancer. Now, do not get me wrong, I love dance with everything inside of me. It’s the reason I am who I am today...
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Up and Coming Bands of 2020 by Toni Elton
There are times when I hear a band and an undeniable revelation of their potential rises to my attention. It’s a great feeling for music...
