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Do not commercialize Valentine’s Day
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As Valentine’s Day approaches, many people are faced with immense pressure to organize a large celebration that meets societal standards of a Valentine’s Day date. The commercialization of Valentine’s Day stems from two factors: greed and the misunderstanding of the holiday by those involved, from the advertisers to the consumers. Advertisers, driven by the…
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TikTok influences Gen Z behavior
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TikTok has rapidly risen in popularity over the last year and continues to do so as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. Some would argue that it influences much of Generation Z’s behavior and culture. This same instance has occurred to Gen Z before, with the social media platform known as Vine. Vine offered an almost…
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Loving Vincent showcases creativity
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It is more common than ever for people to complain about the lack of creativity in the movie industry. The incessant grumbling about how no one can make an “original movie” is in itself a monologue that is overused, although it is not unwarranted; the majority of 21st century movies (especially rom coms, action…
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Geocaching inspires adventures
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The wind leans on the bushes as I wander down the path, I check my map and begin to search for a small box, hidden creatively in plain sight. I am geocaching. For me, few activities now offer motivation to exercise or a safe way to go outside, but geocaching provides both. What is a…
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Animals are the way to go
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Animation is a medium that inherently promotes and enables creativity otherwise impossible in a live-action equivalent. It is through this suspension of reality that people are able to immerse themselves into a story and relate to the characters regardless of what life they may lead in the real world. This is what makes animation…
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Prison inmates need better COVID-19 protocols
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The general public are not the only people suffering from COVID-19. Prisons around the U.S. have been experiencing high numbers of cases and deaths of guards and prisoners. According to the New York Times, there have been over 480 thousand infected guards and inmates; among them, at least 2,100 deaths. Because there are limited…
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Biden voters, don’t be apathetic
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Hearing that Joe Biden would be the 46th president of the United States felt like a breath of fresh air for millions of Americans – and don’t get me wrong, I’m not here to say I didn’t feel the same. The last four years have undoubtedly been some of the most polarizing and tumultuous…
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Maskless events endanger countless lives
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During the holiday season, multiple maskless events took place locally. These events sparked much controversy amongst locals in regards to whether or not it was ethical to not wear masks. The smart choice would obviously be to wear masks, but others feel the need to not follow health guidelines. On Dec. 13 and Dec.…
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The debate about Christmas trees continues
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As Christmas approaches, many people are preparing for the holiday by buying presents, hanging up lights and most importantly, buying a Christmas tree. With these transitions, the classic debate of whether a real or fake tree is more environmentally friendly is resurfacing. There are some obvious benefits to a fake tree, such as the…
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Read these books to conquer Winter Break boredom
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Over winter break, it’s easy to get bored. Especially with COVID-19, most holiday trips are cancelled, and students are stuck at home. However, to conquer your boredom, here are some of the best books to read right now, ranging from science fiction to educational fiction. Our first recommendation is “Dune” written by Frank Herbert,…