Let’s Talk About Internships
My experience as an intern, including conversations from the workplace, realizations of worth, and some friendly advice.
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Why Respecting Different Lifestyles Is So Important
Being able to spread acceptance and congratulate people on their lifestyles, no matter how different from yours or the “norm” they are, will make people feel more positive and loved on both ends of the interaction.
The Wild, Wild UF: Remember to Stick to Your Guns
I got my boundaries in the back.
More Than A Stereotype
There are two people. Person One lives with married parents in a house and has A’s and B’s in school. This person has never been in trouble...
Manner Lessons With Spongebob Squarepants
“Me hoy minoy"
Be Kind to Yourself, You're Doing Amazing Sweetie
It happens all too often. I’ll be telling a story and stop mid-sentence to apologize for being too loud, or talking too much, or being too...
Please Stop Assuming You Know More Than Your Barista
Or, you know, at least be nice to them.
Let's Talk About Catcalling
Trigger Warning: This article is about a subject that may be sensitive to people. But it’s an important subject. Hello, all! This week, I...
Sorry for Apologizing
“Why did you just say ‘sorry’?” I didn’t know how to respond to my friend’s question; I had no reason to apologize. Did I apologize out of...
HWS Current Events: Race and Diversity
There are a great deal of important events that have occurred recently at HWS. As a study abroad student, I’ve felt removed from these...
Learning The Power of Tolerance
Learning to respect the opinions of others can be a major challenge.
How to Adjust to Having a Roommate
It is not always easy sharing a room with someone, especially someone you know nothing about. When it comes to college roommates, it is...
FYI Mosquitoes Don't Actually "Suck."
They may suck blood, but they are important for the world.
Mythbusting 7 Common Misconceptions Surrounding Trans Identities
Overcoming your internalized transphobia, one step at a time.
5 Indicators Your Significant Other Respects You
Most people in a relationship hope to maintain a harmonious, mutually-respectful liking for one another. When the honeymoon phase is over,...
Never Forget
What happened on December 7th ? I’ll give you a hint, it was called “the day that will live in infamy”... No clue? Okay, how about: what...
Deciding Your Worth
I never thought I would be the person who said I learned an important lesson from watching The Bachelor. My roommate and I took up watching...
Telling People That They Are Wrong (Nicely)
How To Tell People They Are Wrong (Nicely) Sometimes you get into situations that make your blood boil and your mind rage: someone being...
How to Celebrate International Women’s Day Every Day!
The women in your life deserve more than just a day!
Aretha Franklin's RESPECT used to be very, very different...
Aretha Franklin is an icon of American music. And though she unfortunately passed last August, I think the present tense is very much still...
