To My Twin Sister As We Move 916 Miles Apart For College, Again
Dear Elizabeth, When we decided to attend different colleges, the barrage of questions from family and friends was almost endless: "Aren't you going to miss each other? Isn't it going to be hard being...
View ArticleAmerica, A School Is A Place For Learning, Not A Massacre
Trigger Warning: This article describes a mass shooting through the eyes of a child. Violence, children dying, usage of guns, America. Please do not read ahead if these make you uncomfortable.The day...
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Situations You Know To Be True If You Suffer From ADD/ADHD
Mental illnesses can interfere with our daily lives. ADD, Attention Deficit Disorder, or ADHD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, can get in the way of one's concentration from completing work...
View ArticleI Don't Care That Summer Is Over, It's Time For Us Fall Fanatics To Shine
Don't get me wrong, summer can be entertaining: the beach days, sun-kissed skin, the cookouts, the whole aesthetic of the season. However, if you're like me, you can only handle the stench of body...
View ArticleA Look Into The Book That Changed My Understanding Of The Climate Change Debate
In his book "How Culture Shapes the Climate Change Debate", Andrew Hoffman examines the research work on why people have such polarized views on controversial issues, such as climate change. He...
View ArticleAttend Each And Every One Of Your Classes Even If You're Really NOT Feelin' It
If you're still in high school, it may seem weird to have someone point out this particular topic. If you or your parents are paying such a high price tag to put you through college, why wouldn't you...
View ArticleSo, You Think You're Ready For Move-In... Think Again.
The truth is, many incoming freshmen don't really know what they'll need. Sure, your school will send the generic list of "essentials" to bring. Of course, you know to bring the basics. However, this...
View ArticleNecessities For Your College Apartment This Fall
College apartments provide you with another level of freedom once moving out of college dorms. Creating the perfect home with every necessity you'll need throughout the year can be a challenge....
View Article19 Highlights Of My Summer 2019
This summer was one of the busiest, most productive, and fun times that I have had in awhile. Here are some of my favorite highlights (in no particular order) from summer 2019!!1. Getting a surprise...
View Article11 Tips For The Incoming Freshman To Ace Your First College Semester
High school was a total breeze for me academically. I barely had to study for tests and homework wouldn't even take me over an hour to do. The only class I seemed to struggle with was math but that's...
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Transition Strategies To Help Ease You Into The Fall Semester
Whether you're reluctant to see summer go or ecstatic to see fall arrive, transitioning back into school-mode can be challenging. Care-free vacations end and the routine of classes begin. By using...
View ArticleThe Best Spots On Campus If You Just Need Space
Being a college student means that you experience a whirlwind of emotions every single day. Week after week, you're guaranteed to face new challenges and stresses. That's why it's so important to have...
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My Honest Thoughts On Taylor Swift’s Latest Album, Lover
On August 23, Taylor Swift released her latest album, entitled Lover. The concept and overarching theme of the album is derived straight from the title as Swift explores the complexities of being in...
View ArticleTo Freshman Year Me: Here's What You Need To Know
As I write this, I sit in my sophomore year dorm room, preparing for new challenges and experiences that college life will throw my way. However, I wouldn't have made it this far if not for the...
View ArticleIt’s Perfectly OK To Change Your College Major - Even If It’s More Than Once
In a society where we depend on high school to determine a decision on what they would like to do for the rest of their working lives, mistakes are bound to happen. Scratch, mistakes DO happen. And...
View Article8 Things You Probably Experienced Your First Week Back at URI
The University of Rhode Island has become a second home to thousands of us every year. As we return to campus for another semester, we often face similar situations throughout the first week of...
View ArticleWhy Communication Reigns Supreme Over All Other Life Skills... Like, Ever.
In a previous article, I touched upon a subject about which I feel very strongly: the importance of communication. Being able to vocally communicate and talk through an issue is beneficial, but not...
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Happy News Stories That Will Surely Brighten Your Week
Some people may think of the news as every possible bad thing happening in the world. Some people aren't looking in the right places for the optimistic aspect of the news. For every terrible thing...
View ArticleA Few Terrifyingly Awesome Moments From 'American Horror Story'
Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk never fail to disappoint. Mark your calendars, the ninth season of "American Horror Story" premieres on September 18th on the FX network. To commemorate the start of a new...
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Dramatic Differences Between Freshmen And Senior Year Of College
College is hard, but you're doing the darn thing. If you're a freshman in college, a senior, or either year in between, by now you've hopefully acknowledged the changes that college creates in each of...
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