Include Sex Workers in Your Fight Against Sexual Assault
Think about sex workers this Sexual Assault Awareness Month — they deserve our attention.
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The Issue with the Hustling Mentality
Are you on your grind or just on your way to burnout?
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The Silent Genocide of Tibetans
For more than 70 years, China has forcefully occupied Tibet and committed a genocide that has resulted in the decimation of Tibetans. Today, March 10, 2021, marks 62 years since National Uprising Day, a protest that Tibetans held in 1959 in an attempt to regain independence. In honor of this day, Tibetans and allies around the world continue to protest on March 10th each year, remaining resilient and persevering, so that Tibet will be free once again.
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It’s Time to Shed Light on Spreading Light
It awakens us from our slumber and guides us through the darkness: light, and all that it represents, is a powerful force that can make our dim world a brighter, better place. We all possess this light, and it’s time to discuss how we can spread it.
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Why Pop Culture Should Not Be Dismissed
Pop culture reflects society if you care enough to see it.
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Double Masking Could Keep You Safe, But Not the Environment
Climate experts warn that federal guidance on double masking to protect against the coronavirus and its more contagious variants could backfire on the environment.
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The Impact of COVID-19 on Social Anxiety
COVID-19 safety practices are crucial to helping stop the spread of the virus, but they may also have a detrimental impact on people affected by social anxiety disorder.
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Let’s Talk About Masks…The Ones We Wore Before COVID-19
Let’s talk about masks. Not the flimsy pieces of cloth we wrap around our nose and mouth reminding us of our current Covid-19 crisis. Not the ones we drape over our faces for a relaxing, makeshift “spa night” at home. Let’s talk about the invisible ones we put on daily to conceal our flaws, quirks, failures and everything in between. It’s time we discuss these pre-pandemic masks so that we can rip them off and own every inch of who we are.
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4 Fashion Styles Popularized by Black Culture
Our fashion “trends” are not new — many have a history in Black culture.
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The Grammys and their Consistent Lack of Representation
A brief discourse on what seems to be annual backlash.
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Bestie Dates for Valentine's Day
Even in a pandemic, Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be lonely. This article talks about several “dates” to do virtually with friends and loved ones.
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Protests in Russia: A Glimmer of Hope
Russian protesters continue to support Aleksei Navalny in the face of police brutality.
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I Tried Sydney Cummings ‘Ignite’ Program and Here’s What Happened
How starting the year with fitness has affected me!
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The Beauty of a Bee Sting: Why Pain Can Be Something Wonderful
A bee sting. It is possible that by simply reading the words “bee sting,”, you flinch. A bee sting hurts. It punctures. It might have been your greatest fear as a child and might still petrify you. Interestingly, in life, there are many things that, like a bee sting, can hurt you. Puncture you. However, these moments are also beautiful. And here is why…
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Why Everyone Needs a Pink Blazer, Especially Now
During this time of isolation, grey sweatpants and cozy sweatshirts, do yourself a favor and commit to the unthinkable: buy a pink blazer. Trust me, you won’t regret it.
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Music to Give You Confidence As You Head Into Finals
Dancing to these songs will get rid of all the nerves!
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Maintaining Focus
As we are all on the final stretch of this unusual fall semester, final exams and papers are very overwhelming. Coming back from a nice,...
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How to Talk to a Friend about Their Mental Health
Everything you should know about reaching out to a friend!
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Dear First Semester Freshman Year, Thank You For Sucking. Sincerely, a College Sophomore
First semester of freshman year in college sucked. As I am sure it did for many others, first semester freshman year overwhelmed, challenged and broke me. But it also made me stronger, and I would not trade my experience for anything.
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The Vegetarian Initiative
Going vegetarian was not only for my diet, because I generally eat healthy; but I do eat a lot, and I wanted to see an alternative lifestyle that could benefit both me and the environment.
