"Dickinson" Changed My Life, Here's Why
Even before the “Dickinson” trailer came out two years ago, I knew it would impact my life. I just didn't know how influenced I would be by...
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COVID - One Year On: A Reflection
At 17, I was an ensemble member in my high school theatre’s production of Rent, and I can remember the hours of rehearsal spent singing the...
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My Culture is Not “Artisanal”
Ever since I was 13, I have always wanted to live in New York City. Growing up, I watched New York City-based shows like Gossip Girl and...
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My COVID Experience
As we have approached our one-year anniversary of being sent home from Bradley University because of the Coronavirus, I want to share with...
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Growing, Not Grown: Learning to Embrace My Femininity As I Exit My Teen Years
Since I was young, I have always been up and down about traditionally feminine standards. I did not like to cook, I was obsessed with baggy...
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Slow Reading
As spring is approaching, I have tried to mend my reading habits by reading more and doing this by just grabbing the books I happen to have...
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How My Scientific Education Has Made Me A Better (Creative) Writer
Combining My Two Passions to Attain Greater Success
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Loving Something for Mere Interest
“Amateur” may not have the greatest connotations – given that it can be used to describe someone as incompetent, like calling them a “...
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Dreading And Celebrating My 23rd Birthday
It’s not as peculiar as you think
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The Eleventh Hour: An Ode to Being 20
On the eve of my 21st, I am reflecting on the remarkability of being 20.
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What 10 Years of Classical Ballet Taught Me
I think I was around four years old when my persistent dancing around the house and obsession with Angelina Ballerina resulted in my...
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Life
When it comes to life, it can be sorrow, it can be joy, sometimes it can be conquered, but it can also bring heartfelt defeat to one...
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My Best Friend & I Have Different Political Views, But That's OK
My friendship of over a decade is proof that a healthy friendship with varying beliefs is possible.
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COVID-19 TIMES: I Tested Positive for the Coronavirus
My new positive-thinking mantra: “At least it can’t possibly get worse!”
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The Only Escape from 2020 Was To Pretend It’s 2013
There I was at three in the morning crying over the british boy band, One Direction. Now, I was not 13 years old in seventh grade, but 19...
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Breaking Hispanic Norms One Daughter At A Time
During Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate our brown skin and our Hispanic culture all month long however, for some Hispanic daughters...
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If I Was Running For Congress I Would...
Everyone is on the edge of their seat with the upcoming presidential election in November. Our country's future is in jeopardy, especially...
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I'm Liberal, But My Parents Are Conservative — Here's What That's Like
My parents and I do not share the same political beliefs — and that's OK.
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Moving On
Growing up in a small town as a huge fan of the entertainment industry, I figured the best way to spend my college years would be to put...
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How being in a sorority has shaped me into the woman I am today…
When I first moved across the country from Calgary, Alberta to Waterloo, Ontario, I knew absolutely no one. Although nervous, I was excited...
