In June 2022 the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, restricting women’s access to surgical abortion clinics in certain states. Some states, like New York and New Jersey, however, still provide access to women who wish to have an abortion. Starting as soon as this month, another option for accessible […]
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Application controversy: Students debate usefulness of cover letters
PRO Cover letters have developed a bad reputation. Most people dread them when they are applying for jobs. It’s understandable why they have such a bad reputation: they’re time-consuming, tedious and a risk that, more often than not, earns no reward. However, the hate can be extreme at times. While […]
France rightfully implements fast fashion fines
The French Parliament has recently proposed legislation against fast fashion brands, namely the well-known Chinese-operated company Shein, implementing an additional fine of up to half of the price of the item in hopes of offsetting the negative impact fast fashion has on the environment. The Parliament, or MPs, introduced this […]
Concierge moms are a waste of money that stunts student growth
Going away to college is a major change for most young adults. For many, it is their first time living on their own, managing funds or handling tasks like doctor visits. While it may be difficult to adjust to the college lifestyle, it teaches people how to be independent and […]
Aromatherapy is a great self-care tool
If I say the word “coffee,’’ most of us would picture a cup of coffee, no? I’d agree with the “common” or “basic” picture of a simple dainty cup, full of hot, dark bean water. Now, close your eyes and reflect on how you feel when you smell freshly ground […]
Self-immolation headlines distract from the cause
Aaron Bushnell’s death is simply a sad chapter in something much bigger than one man. Bushnell died after an act of self-immolation outside the Embassy of Israel in Washington, D.C. last week. The 25-year old U.S. Air Force serviceman took his own life by setting himself on fire in protest […]
Body image comments should be informative, not hurtful
People commenting on and criticizing other people’s bodies is nothing new, but the age of social media has only exacerbated people’s awareness of bodies, whether that be their peers from school or distant celebrities. There has been a growing awareness in recent years that commenting on others’ bodies is taboo, […]
Career and technical education is an important initiative to help students
More and more U.S. public high schools have been implementing career and technical education (CTE) into their curriculums to help better prepare students for college and a career beyond their schooling. CTE is a type of work-based learning where students can choose what profession they want to specialize in while […]
There should be more awareness for men with eating disorders
“Everything Now,” directed by Charlie Manton, Alyssa McClelland, Laura Steinel and Dionne Edwards. “To the Bone,” written and directed by Marti Noxon. “The Longest Match” by Betsy Brenner. “Wintergirls” by Laurie Halse Anderson. What do these all have in common? They are all pieces that focus on female eating disorders. […]
Measles outbreak spreads while parents mistakenly dismiss vaccines
Measles cases have increased over the last year due to parents refusing to immunize their children. As of Feb. 22, 35 measles cases were reported by 15 states. While this could potentially sound like a minuscule amount compared to the population of the United States, it is still a cause […]