5 Totally Possible Things to Do in the Summer When You Hate the Heat
Summer is upon us. For most people, this is a good thing. But for people like me who are basically cold-blooded, summer means misery and...
Katie Halls (UCD ‘20)
Katie Halls (UCD ‘20)
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Katie is a third year English and Theatre/Dance major. She enjoys writing fiction, performing in musicals, and binge-watching episodes of Doctor Who. With her writing, she hopes to inspire laughter, tears, and everything in between.
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So You Want to Be a Creative Writer?
So you just got done reading an amazing book. The characters were really well developed, the plot was interesting, and suddenly, you wish...
Coping with Climate Grief: There is Hope
It’s no secret, climate change is a real threat and it’s really happening. It’s something we’ve been talking about for years, but it seems...
How to Deal With Stress at Work
Whether you make drinks at Starbucks, or type away at a computer in an office, working is never going to be all smiles. There will always...
Why You Need to Watch Some Stand-Up Comedy Right Now
Last quarter I signed up for a comedy class on a whim. It was one of the electives for my major and my friends were taking it, so I thought...
An Important Take-Away from 'Christopher Robin'
So, I recently watched the new Christopher Robin movie with Ewan McGregor. As expected, it was completely adorable, and made me tear up at...
5 Underrated Films/Series for the Fantasy Lover
The Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings , and Percy Jackson franchises are cool, but there’s way more to fantasy than what you see plastered on...
Shrek: A Cultural Icon
Shrek, a name that will forever be etched into our memory as one of the most popular children’s movies of the early 2000s. Whether you...
Why We Need the Arts in School
I remember my first high school show. I was only a freshman when I got cast as Cinderella in a comedy called When Cinderella Wore Combat...
What to Do When You Feel like a Stranger Among Friends
There are times where I feel like Queen of the social world. There shouldn’t be any reason I’m not. I’m in my favorite place, with my...
It's Time to Own Up
I’m a firm believer that the self goes above all else and that you shouldn’t have to say sorry for a number of things. Such things being...
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5 Cute Animals Who Will Help You De-Stress During Finals
Finals week can be a killer. Not only that, but everything else seems to get busy all at once. But never fear! Here are some cute animals...
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I’m Not Coming Out Tonight
Dear people I care about, I’m sorry, but I’m not going out tonight. This doesn’t mean I don’t like you, or that I’m mad at you. I love you...
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Why Rainy Days Are the Best
There are many reasons to hate the rain. I understand that. It’s inconvenient, it sucks to drive in, the coldness can make you sick, the...
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The Personal is Political: Don’t Let Your Privilege Blind You
Politics. Politics. Politics. That word was so foreign to me growing up. It didn’t seem interesting, even when I was old enough to...
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Why We Need to Stop Shaming People for Becoming Vegans/Vegetarians
I’m not on a diet. I like to eat meat and I like to eat pasta that isn’t gluten-free. Sometimes I even gorge myself on chips while watching...
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Why Daydreaming Is Good for You
When I was younger, I used to daydream... A LOT. I still do, but back in early elementary school I practically considered it a hobby. On my...
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Why We Need to Talk About Blade Runner
Although receiving mixed reviews upon its release, the iconic 1982 sci-fi film, Blade Runner , starring Harrison Ford, is now one of the...
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Strong Women in Broadway Musicals: What They Teach Us
As a girl growing up with a love for musical theater, it was and still is important for me to familiarize myself with shows that have...
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Why I'm Sick of the Badass Girl Stereotype
There's nothing as exciting as watching a thrilling crime or adventure movie where good people come together to fight crime and save the...
