Why I Stopped Watching "RuPaul's Drag Race"
I used to be a big fan of RuPaul's Drag Race . I started getting into the franchise in late 2016 with the release of season two of the...
Simon Placr (Murray State ‘20)
Simon Placr (Murray State ‘20)
Simon Placr (PLAY-ser) is an Organizational Communications student at Murray State University. He enjoys playing with his pets, watching reruns of The Golden Girls, and finding new ways to annoy his friends. He is the Event Coordinator for Her Campus Murray State and can be found on Instagram as @simon_lucas98.
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The Ultimate Kitty Litter Life Hack
On August 18, 2019, I adopted my very own terrible daughter. Her name is Miss Lady Emma, and I love her with all my heart. Like most cats,...
What You Need to Know About TERFs
True feminism is not about gatekeeping.
Climate Change: How Much Time Do We Really Have?
As you've no doubt heard, we have 20 years to drastically reduce our emissions to combat climate change and stop a global catastrophe. Or...
Why the Disney Live-Action Remakes Are Mistakes
Yes, all of them. Except for Maleficent. Kinda.
Astrology, Part II: The House System(s)
It's Astrology Week here at HC Murray State and it's time for me to divulge my knowledge.
HIV: Why There's More To Your Status Than + Or -
Getting tested for STDs regularly is something responsible, sexually-active adults all must do. Although getting tested can be scary (...
Why "The Golden Girls" Is (Still) One of The Most Important TV Shows, Ever
In 1985, a TV show about four older women living together in Miami premiered on NBC. With 44 million viewers of the pilot episode, the show...
How To: Move Into Your First Apartment
Here are some things I've learned along the way.
I Started Eating Pescetarian and Here's How it Affected Me
You've gotta start somewhere, and I love shrimp too much to give it up cold turkey. (Pun intended.)
Women's History Month: Celebrating the Witches of Music
If you know me, you know I love magic. And in recent times, magic and witchcraft have experienced a renaissance in pop culture, including...
Are You Doing It For The Right Reasons?
Being overworked and underloved has met its match.
Understanding the Basics of Astrology
If you think you're a "Capricorn-Aquarius cusp," this article is for you.
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What is the Bechdel Test, Anyway?
In 1985, Alison Bechdel published an installment in her comic strip Dykes to Watch Out For . In it, two women discuss seeing a movie...
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What You Need to Know Before November 6
Midterm elections are November 6. If you are a Kentucky resident, and you don't already know where to vote, find out here. And if you're a...
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An Open Letter to My Dog
Dear Bobita, You passed away peacefully at around 11:45 AM today. After two days of you not eating or drinking, and pacing the house all...
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What Learning to Read Tarot Taught Me
"Tarot reading is, first and foremost, an art, and a reflection of spirituality."
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The Cleanup of Flint's Pipes Has Begun, But What Do We Do Now?
In April 2014, the city of Flint, Michigan switched its main source of fresh water from Lake Huron to the Flint River. This switch,...
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Why Student Premium Spotify is the Best $5 I Spend a Month
Back in 2014, I created my Spotify account. (@simon_lucas98, by the way, if you're interested. I make great playlists.) And when I got my...
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One Year of Her Campus at Murray State
"First of all, it taught me you can do anything when a Virgo is in charge."
