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Seeking Help is Not a Weakness

04/23/2026 /  Jessica Kirk

Is society failing our men, or are the men failing us? You could argue that it’s both. A man unwilling to seek help could be failing not only himself, but his wife, and family.

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Opinion: The Student Voice Is Lacking

04/23/2026 /  Percy Woods

There’s been a lot of talk lately about “student voice” on campus – what it means, who it represents, and whether it’s actually being heard. But after the recent town hall March 31, it’s getting harder to ignore a pretty obvious issue:...

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Is Technology Making Us Feel More Isolated?

04/22/2026 /  Jasmine Ramirez

The use of technology has shaped our lives more than we know, it has transformed how we communicate, work, and our day-to-day lives. Social media makes it easy to stay connected to family and friends around the world. Despite all the benefits that...

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Don’t Forget to Turn Off the Light

04/15/2026 /  Stephanie Oehler

For nineteen years, Emery Stephens lived with his beloved wife, Daisy. They met in college and majored in vastly different fields: Emery majored in engineering, and Daisy majored in art. Like their career interests, they had significantly different...

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Why Protecting Nature Matters Every Day

04/10/2026 /  Jasmine Ramirez

People often think that protecting the environment means having to go out of your way to make large environmental movements or global events that are dedicated to saving our planet. Although these actions are important, taking care of our earth is...

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Finding the Balance Between Social Media and Mental Health

04/08/2026 /  Jasmine Ramirez

It’s no secret that social media has become a big part of everyday life, more specifically a big part for college students. Platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat are common names that are often heard daily. These apps allow people to...