You’ve probably noticed in recent memory that whenever you see a new movie coming out, there’s a high likelihood that it’s a sequel or a remake to something people are already familiar with, and going to see a completely original story just isn’t as common as it used [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Every two years, the United States holds major elections. This November brings the midterm election, the halfway point of the election cycle, when Americans can make their opinions heard about how things are going across the nation. It is extremely important to vote in every election, even if [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]During my first semester at Kirkwood Community College, I was enamored by the thought of studying abroad. Experiencing a different culture, trying new foods and seeing places most people would only ever see in pictures — all of these were alluring reasons to study overseas. But one question [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Dealing with poor mental health can prove to be one of the most difficult and isolating experiences a college student can face and that’s why it’s especially important for students to prioritize their personal well-being by developing healthy coping mechanisms, getting enough sleep, maintaining good nutrition, nurturing relationships [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]The never-ending loop of my life as a college student: waking up and having the first real priority of the day be caffeine. For others it could be coffee, whether it’s a latte, frappuccino, or occasional caffeinated chewing gum. Mine is energy drinks. Whatever option you choose, be [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]In a world where day to day lives are heavily influenced by constant stimulation, the practicality of solitude has become a thing of the past, and I think that is a shame. Ever since reaching an age of maturity and cognitive consciousness, almost if not all of [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]When starting my journey at Kirkwood Community College, it was always likely that I would have to move to Cedar Rapids, and with that came the question as to how I should best approach my living arrangements. Many questions came to my mind, like if it would be [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]Making friends in college can be harder than it looks. New students arrive on campus surrounded by unfamiliar faces while returning students often find themselves in classrooms filled with people they have never met. Yet building meaningful friendships is an important part of the college experience, providing students [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]It’s no secret that the state of Iowa doesn’t exactly have the best quality when it comes to its water supply, often facing numerous instances of contamination through high fertilizer use and waste adding excessive amounts of bacteria into waterways, alongside aging infrastructure, adding more to the pollution [Continue Reading »]
[Continue Reading »]In most situations, respect is something earned. As time goes on, it seems to be given much less freely than in the past. When it comes to peer-to-peer relationships and communication, respect is not often something that becomes a major contributing factor, especially with how brief said interactions [Continue Reading »]
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