

Leaving for School is Always Hard
I’ve never thought of myself as a “homebody.” As a child I never had trouble sleeping over friends’ houses or going on school field trips...
It's Okay To Be a Feminist and Watch the VS Fashion Show
I am I proud feminist and I watch the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show every year, and that’s okay. I used to think I had to act a certain...
Books from Authors like Sarah J Maas
Sarah J Maas is known for her breathtaking fantasy series that are equal parts thrilling, romantic, and imaginative. Both of her series...
Black Friday Beauty Deals That Will Help You Survive Finals
Now that you’re well into your Thanksgiving food coma and probably looking for something to do while your relatives watch the Giants/...
Why I Mostly Buy Physical Books
1. When buying books, there is no comparable browsing experience to a physical store. You have the ability to look at (relatively) small...
Be a Match, Save a Life
Are you a registered bone marrow or stem cell donor? If not, you may want to consider signing up. You could save a life! Disclaimer: I am...
How To: Make Friends at GWU (in GIFs!)
Most students look forward to making new friends in college. Here are some ways that students at GWU make friends: 1. When you make friends...
How to Push through to Thanksgiving Break
Midterms are over (hopefully), and despite your exhaustion from those late nights at the library and long classes, you’re expected to keep...
Literally Dead
Making the choice to kill off characters has traditionally been hard for authors in the Young Adult community. Some characters fake their...
It's Totally Okay To Text Him First
Starting in childhood, she is taught that if a boy pulls her hair, it means he likes her. She is given a baby doll toy that pees on its own...
Tattoo Warning
During winter break of my freshman year, I got a tattoo of a crescent moon on my middle finger. My friends from home and I had always...
How to be Happy and Healthy at GW
During my freshman year at GW, I struggled not only with piles of schoolwork but also with the stress of making friends, living with a...
Stay Calm During Midterms
Five tests in one week? No thank you. Here are some ideas to help you stay calm during midterms: Meditate or go on a walk Sometimes you...
Fantasy For Queen and Country
Matriarchies in fantasy are hard to pull off. You can run into the problem of creating a patriarchy with all women or creating a patriarchy...
Sydney Gray '20
Name: Sydney Gray Year: Sophomore Hometown: Oaks, PA What’s the best thing you’ve done in D.C.? The Women’s March because I felt like I was a part of this big thing and it was cool to be in D.C. where the main march was.
Trigger Word: Stalking
Stalking is one of the scariest, and most prevalent, forms of harassment and intimidation. In fact, one in four women are stalked during...
9 Spooky Reads for Spooky Teens
With Halloween right around the corner, 'tis the season for spooky posts. Here are some spooky young adult books for the holiday season...
6 Ways to Stay Fit in College
College can be tough. Staying fit doesn't have to be. Here are 6 ways to stay fit as a college student: 1. Write it in your planner First...
Tips For the Person Who Wants To Do Everything
Do you have FOMO? Are you one of those students who feels they have to get involved in everything? There are many of us out there who are...
3 Cases Of Identity Fraud In Young Adult Lit
3 Cases Of Identity Fraud In Young Adult Lit Identity fraud is never fun, but some recent Young Adult releases sure make you think about it...
Dealing with Overwhelm
Dealing with Overwhelm There are many incredible aspects of college: meeting new people, growing at an exponential rate, learning a ton...
The 7 Stages of Waiting for the Grey's Season 14 Premiere
Whether you finished Season 13 back in May or an hour ago in a quick catch-up binge, you're experiencing Grey's withdrawal. But that ends...
How to Calm Your Mind Before an Exam
How to Calm Your Mind Before an Exam Have you ever gotten pre-exam jitters? I don't know about you, but I find myself getting nervous...
10 Signs You're a Senior at GWU
You have posted at least one “say my name” status for your Tuesday Happy Hour at Sign of the Whale. You have skipped your Wednesday morning...