Studio Living: What's it Like to be Completely Independent?
I recently moved into a cute little studio apartment. I haven’t been here long, but what I’ve experienced so far has been both harrowing...
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What Self Care Looks Like During Covid
When someone says the words "self-care," our minds often go to an elaborate skincare routine or taking a break from work or school to relax...
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Learning to Let Go
Do you have memories that you try to look back on with happiness, but that still hurt? The ones that seem like lifetimes ago, but that ache...
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Great Accomplishments
Is your social media feed on every single platform filled with engagement rings, weddings and babies? You aren’t alone and you aren’t the...
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Celebrity Obsession
Without calling anyone out or becoming too political, I am posing the question of celebrity obsession. Obsession meaning their incredible...
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How to Navigate Political Differences in Your Friendships
Recent elections have created a polarizing political atmosphere in America, especially at universities. As college students, we are mostly...
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It Shouldn't Take a Global Pandemic to Unite Us
“We’re all in this together.” We hear and see these words over and over again; they’re stated by companies on their websites, organizations...
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Our Choices Do Not Define Us
We may not want to admit it, but there are certain standards if you will, that we are all expected to follow. Stereotypes contribute to...
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Journaling 101: Just Try It, I Promise
I have a drawer stuffed with old diaries in the corner of my bedroom. There must be at least 20 notebooks, filled cover-to-cover with the...
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Life With an Autoimmune Disorder
Something traumatic happened that changed my life check: You know how most kids got really excited about getting picked up from school...
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Adaptability is a Super Strength
Physical strength is something to be admired, but what about internal strength? What about the internal strength it takes to handle...
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An Alternative Look at COVID-19
In the past few weeks, it seems like the only thing that is on the news is the devastation that COVID-19 is having on communities and the...
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We Are Virginia Tech
Spring is a sacred time for Hokies. The warm Blacksburg air makes walking to class more enjoyable. The Drillfield welcomes Hokies back for...
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Finding Joy in the Small Things
During these stressful times, it's important to try and find joy in the small things that surround us.
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Top 5 Movies to Look Out for in 2020
One of my favorite things about going into the new year is learning about all the new movies arriving in the coming months. After last week...
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Redefining Valentine's Day for Singles
Redefining Valentine's Day for Singles Valentine’s day can be hard for those of us who are single. The media is filled with images of...
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How Saying "No" Is Healthy
I became comfortable overextending myself: going out or having people over when I was exhausted, being the first to volunteer to cover...
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Most Anticipated Movies of 2020
Most Anticipated Movies of 2020 By: Kate Renz Movies are something that bring everyone together. No matter which genre you enjoy, there is...
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Change is Good
If you stop and look around you quickly realize that the world is moving constantly. It is a whirlwind of events and people and while...
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Not Everyone Celebrates Christmas
Not everyone celebrates Christmas. That’s a pretty well-known fact. Christmas is a holiday with a religious basis, and it is generally...
