College in review: Thoughts of a senior
I feel like there are two approaches to graduation. Some people I know are happy to be leaving soon. Others, like myself, only thought they...
Molly Mott (MCLA)
Molly Mott (MCLA)
Molly is a senior at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts. When she's not pursuing an English degree she's either writing or thinking about writing. Passionate about the craft since she could hold a pencil, Molly gravitates toward prose and poetry. She's got a lot to say about a lot of things, and her need to create carries over to several other platforms. She's a sucker for books, video games, YouTube and nonprofits, and wants to be able to work in them all. Her dream is use her voice to make a living, though it's unknown what she'll attempt first.
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STDs and their effects
I remember growing up and being terrified of contracting a sexually transmitted disease. Despite myself, I still am. And who isn't? The way...
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How to survive finals week
College is great — until midterms and finals. If you're a first-semester freshman, finals can present an even more pressing challenge...
4 places in North Adams to fit your fitness needs
Let's face it: being healthy is hard. It's even harder when you aren't sure what's available around you. It's time to change that! If you'...
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What to do in North Adams: 3 things to put on your radar
The biggest complaint I hear from MCLA students is the lack of things to do in town. While at first glance this may seem true, in reality...
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Self esteem and conflicting definitions of beauty
Anime girls were my standard of beauty for much of my young life. I watched more of it from sixth to eighth grade than I did most anything...
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The downsides of birth control
I hate birth control. I always have. Don't get me wrong: I get why women use it. Some want to prevent pregnancy. Others want to regulate...
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I cast friends: How D&D changes lives
When most people think about role playing games, they might think of teen boys in braces and purple capes, screaming at each other around a...
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The one thing I don't want you to see
I'm not sure who this is for. Myself, maybe, though I feel as though I'm nearly "over it," somehow. But with beasts of this kind, there's...
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Five Tips for College Freshmen (from a Senior)
Change is never easy, especially when college comes around: for your parents and guardians, it means letting (or pushing) their baby out of...
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8 Stress Relievers for College Students
It starts with the first day of classes. You're fine, maybe a little nervous. You just settled into your room and met your floor mates. You...
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5 Confusing Job Terms & What They Mean
Let's say you find an amazing job online. It pays well, you have the experience and it's close by. You click on the page to read more...
