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The Significance of February: Celebrating the Hidden History of African Americans

Ma’Kayla HunterStaff Writer If there is one thing to remember about African Americans, it should be their countless contributions to America. This can be reflected through their culture, labor, information and knowledge. Through decades, African Americans have found themselves as originators, creatives and revolutionizers. However, with such a rich history, it is difficult to find any proper teachings of these advancements within the educational system. … Continue reading The Significance of February: Celebrating the Hidden History of African Americans

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A Living Nightmare: Bad Roommate Situations

Kayla BullockStaff Writer Everyone always talks about the “college experience.” This usually entails partying every weekend, meeting new people and creating unforgettable memories. Seriously, what could go wrong when you’re attending the school of your dreams and hanging out with your friends every day of the week? Well, when you’re living with a quite difficult roommate, the college experience goes down the drain. While it … Continue reading A Living Nightmare: Bad Roommate Situations

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The Plot Thickens: Coronavirus Update

R.A BrockStaff Writer/Copy Editor There have been many updated on the Coronavirus and drastic changes have been made. To say the least, I’m very surprised. It’s not often that we as a society get the chance to observe a viral epidemic of this proportion, the last major ones being the 2009 H1N1 nd 2016 Ebola outbreaks. The latest count from my last report has jumped … Continue reading The Plot Thickens: Coronavirus Update

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What More Do You Need from Me?: The Horrors of the Job Market for College Students

Ma’Kayla HunterStaff Writer According to a study conducted by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, nearly half of newly graduates are underemployed. To clarify, this means that individuals who have dedicated nearly four years to gain an education have to settle for positions that don’t hold the requirement of having a bachelor’s degree. As a college student, this is very unsettling because of the … Continue reading What More Do You Need from Me?: The Horrors of the Job Market for College Students

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How Safe Are MLMs?

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor It starts with a Facebook message from an old friend you haven’t talked to since high school. After the pleasantries are exchanged, she brings up a recent business opportunity she’s gotten involved with. She claims it changed her life and can change yours too! Stay-at-home moms can make money from the comfort of their own home selling products like essential oils, … Continue reading How Safe Are MLMs?

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Recent Disease Concerns and Prevention

R.A Brock Copy Editor/ Staff Writer The 2019-2020 flu season kicked off earlier than usual in 2020 with the current strain of Influenza B going around. While the flu is still the main concern of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, currently there is a new form of Coronavirus that has appeared in China and is spreading faster than expected. This new strain named … Continue reading Recent Disease Concerns and Prevention

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What Should We Do With Racist Monuments and Buildings?

Sarah Grace Goolden Opinions Editor Universities all over the nation are being met with criticism for the names of campus buildings. Dickinson College is an example of this, as they are considering renaming three buildings named after advocates of slavery. This is something that has been overlooked for years. Many of the university buildings students use every day are named after racists and it’s time … Continue reading What Should We Do With Racist Monuments and Buildings?

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Are New Year’s Resolutions More Hurtful than Helpful?

Kayla Bullock Staff Writer It’s that time of the year again, where people make a list of things to change for the New Year. From losing weight to scoring a new job, the possibilities are endless. The New Year is supposed to bring new goals and experiences. Resolutions motivate people to change their lives for the better. But does making a list and checking it … Continue reading Are New Year’s Resolutions More Hurtful than Helpful?

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AI and Preventing Wildfires

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor In California alone, there were 6,872 fires this year. They ravaged cities and destroyed hundreds of thousands of acres. The aftermath also affected the air quality, resulting in many people being warned to stay inside until the smog decreased. Fires are a devastating natural disaster but hopefully the use of AI will help the U.S. prevent some of these tragedies. Descartes … Continue reading AI and Preventing Wildfires

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Is Your Porn Ethical?

Sarah Grace GooldenOpinions Editor With the rapid change in technology within the past decade, our consumption of media has increased and being much more convenient. No longer does one have to wait a week for the next episode of their favorite show to come out. Streaming sites like Netflix and Hulu allow hours of binge-watching at your fingertips. Free online games mean gamers can battle … Continue reading Is Your Porn Ethical?

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