Every February, heart decorations appear, our local convenience store is filled up with boxes of chocolate, and talk of love is all around. Valentine’s Day is a time to share our appreciation and love with those around us. However, the purpose of the holiday has been lost due to consumerism. Valentine’s Day originated from the […]
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As you sit here and read this, your phone is most likely right near you, as it usually is. In our society, phones are almost a part of us as a shocking 90% of us are near our phones all the time. In fact, it is very common to be addicted to your phone with […]
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As temperatures rise and cases of extreme weather become more common, conversations on global warming and how to save the planet need to happen. Peaceful protests are ways to start these conversations. However, in some cases, these protests hurt the cause rather than help it. In October, two women from the protest group Just Stop […]
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A cup of Sweet Frog’s frozen yogurt is always there to cool you down on those hot summer days, walking through the Center. When you’re hot and tired after a beach day, or when it’s a cold winter day but you’re still craving a cup, frozen yogurt is always there. Some will try to debate […]
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Imagine waking up for school, ready to get dressed for the day when you check the forecast and it is freezing. You begin to layer as a cold day means a long sleeve and a jacket at the least. However, this does not keep you warm in 10-degree weather, causing you to still be freezing. […]
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Imagine it is a Monday morning after a long, restless night filled with stress because you pulled an all-nighter to finish the work that you procrastinated. The night was long and exhausting, but you have a full day of classes, sports, and clubs ahead of you. It’s only seven in the morning and you’re already […]
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Admission tests, like the SAT and ACT, have been significant determinants of whether students are accepted into universities since the 1940s. However, several universities have decided to become either test-optional or test-blind in recent years. This number grew exponentially over the pandemic, with two in three American universities not requiring a submission. At first it […]
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On March 27, I was surprised to learn that the Oscars would be that night. I was even more surprised to learn that the Grammys would be a week later, but I could care less, an opinion that many share. So, how have some of the most prestigious awards shows in the world, that recognize […]
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The Parental Rights in Education bill, better known as the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, is designed to prevent school educators and staff from discussing topics related to gender and sexuality in the classroom. If teachers go against this policy, families could sue the school and the teacher. At first, one might question why there is […]
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Across the United States, many schools have strict dress codes outlining what is appropriate to wear and what is not. These regulations may force students to wear a specific set of clothing or ban other items such as leggings, shorts, jewelry, hats, and much more. School administrators argue that these restrictions are necessary to prevent […]
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