Her Campus at SBU
The Origins of Halloween
It’s nice to know that even through this much time, traditions can still live on.
Her Campus at McMaster
The Reality of Satanism
Unlock the Secret to Winter Wellness: A Social Psychology Student's Guide to Boosting Your D.O.S.E. Amidst the Seasonal Blues. Dive into a curated list of activities and habits that...
Her Campus at TAMU
Myth vs. Canon: What Makes a Religion?
I found, after three years of dating a Norse Pagan man, that it makes my skin crawl to call the Norse religion "mythology." It feels disrespectful, an oily thing...
Her Campus at Northeastern
Witch, Please! The Historically-Accurate Nature of Witches
It is hard to escape thinking about ghosts and ghouls, having everything flavored with pumpkin, and seeing dark, goth-like outfits while delving into the spooky season. Listening to “The...
Her Campus at Northeastern
Samhain: The Pagan Roots of Modern Halloween
Halloween is everyone’s favorite day to dress up, eat candy and tell scary stories around a fire. The holiday is a blast, and it has roots that are just...
Her Campus at KU
A Pagan Fall Celebration: Mabon
It might surprise you to learn that there are pagans who celebrate the end of the harvest season. That celebration is called Mabon, or the Autumn Equinox. To understand...
Her Campus at Agnes Scott
What to Get Your Witchy Significant Other for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day only a week away, you may be like me, and scrambling to find the perfect gift for that special person. Rather than...
Her Campus at SJSU
The History of Christmas
Did you know much of the Christmas holiday is derived from Pagan worship? Specifically, it comes from a festival of the winter solstice...
Her Campus at Toronto MU
Ways to Connect to Your Spiritual Roots Post Spooky Season
Without trying anything too freaky!
Her Campus at VCU
How to Read Pendulums
When you think of pendulums you might think of Galileo's research, but may not think of them as an ancient divination tool.