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...
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What Does Being Black Mean to You?: A Poem by Beyla Lahsen
What does being black mean to you? Is it just a color? Is it the right color to describe you? Is it simply a word to define your physical...
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Day in the Life Spotlight: Becoming A Clog in the Wheel by Beyla Lahsen
Being a woman in higher education is hard. You have to submit to the man every day, but you also have to conform to the academic system...
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Meet “With A City Dream” Beauty Blogger Emma Walker
This post was made in partnership with European Wax Center® For University of Denver Sophomore Emma Walker, blogging is more than just a...
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11 Things No One Tells You About Living in Nelson/Nagel Hall
Ah sophomore year…Your finally not a freshman but also not too old to have to start worrying about the adult world yet. You finally are...
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An Open Letter To Being Vulnerable
Vulnerable: open to harm or damage. I have never really thought of myself as being a vulnerable person because in society, being vulnerable...
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Moving Forward in the Cannabis Industry After 420 Cancellations
COLORADO – Around this time a month ago, dispensaries and cannabis vendors across the state began gearing up for the most anticipated event...
