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Picking just one would be a disservice to the uniqueness of our generation  As our generation grows older, we often reminisce about the past. Even before the pandemic brought about this overwhelming amount of free time, we were watching nostalgic compilations on YouTube, making memes that were meant to “confuse the kid” and quoting “Spongebob […]

Have your cake, eat it too Nothing is more comforting than a strong cup of coffee on a bad day. Although most people wouldn’t call coffee “comfort food,” I do because I consume more coffee than actual food on any given day –– especially on my worst days. The smell of coffee brings a smile […]

Exploring whether “humor” is still “funny” in midst of pandemic Over these last two months — excuse me, first two months — of “attending” virtual lectures via Zoom, students have conditioned themselves to always abide by one basic, fundamental, overarching, all-encompassing supreme law of the land in the new planet-spanning, intercontinental virtual classroom: “muting” themselves. […]

It can provide the creative stimulation we need to move forward To many, retail therapy means one of two things — either a “treat yourself” day to splurge at the mall or a clever trap for shoppers to spend excessively. Although retail therapy seems like an oxymoron, and many use it as an excuse to […]

Mike Garcia’s special election victory shows Republicans how to succeed in blue states After a sound defeat in the 2018 midterms, California Republicans have a reason to be hopeful again.  Although registered Republicans number behind registered Democrats and voters with no party preference, they gained an additional congressional seat on March 13, 2020, when Mike […]

With fresh stories and perspectives, female rappers are elevating hip-hop higher than ever before We’re lucky enough to be living in a period that, despite the COVID-19 pandemic, is musically rich and diverse. Excluding the frequent tone-deaf decisions made by the Recording Academy, the world is fully embracing the hip-hop genre and its many faces.  […]

The best college experiences come with the best support systems There’s nothing more exciting than receiving an acceptance letter from your top college. Choosing which school to attend can be a difficult process and is a decision that shouldn’t be made lightly. The logical way to choose would be to evaluate the practical aspects of […]

Keeping up with a routine can still be meaningful during quarantine   When schools announced temporary remote instruction due to the coronavirus, millions of students across the country had to adapt to a different lifestyle, one that involved spending all of their time in their homes. There are many new things to consider, among them: To […]

Turning COVID-19 briefings into tools of political campaigning are not beneficial to nation or president  The 2020 presidential election is like none before it. The fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic has left the two remaining major candidates scrambling for ways to appeal to the public. Both campaigns have moved online. Both use media surrogates. But […]

The rise of Soviet nostalgia signals a lack of closure On Dec. 26, 1991, the infamous hammer and sickle flag lowered, and the red, white and blue Russian flag took its place. In just one night, a new nation was established alongside 14 others. Twenty-eight years since the fall of the Soviet Union, and its […]

Sampling is more than just an artistic choice A little birdie by the name of Mark Twain imposed an idea about originality on us all. Maybe you’ve heard it uttered as you walk through the Quad, unintentionally eavesdropping on the debates of impassioned college students: There is “no such thing” as an original idea.  Many […]

We shouldn’t wait for things to get worse in order for them to get better  There are few smooth ways to mention your therapy appointment during casual conversations. At the mere mention of the phrase, people will immediately question your sanity, look at you sympathetically or simply awkwardly or just silently stare at you. For […]