Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the United States, with coffee shops carrying large cultural significance. According to Statista,  72.9% of American consumers drink coffee every day. In...

My first ever electronic device was a first-generation iPod touch handed down from my older brother to me when I was 11. It couldn’t text, take pictures or even call — but it could play music. I was...

My roommates often organize events we call "presentation nights" in our dorm, where a few people give presentations on topics they’re passionate about — topics such as the best parking lots, favorite...

In today’s globalized world, learning more languages can be extremely useful. Learning how to communicate, read and understand another language can introduce someone into an entire new world. Roughly...

When I checked Lakeside Dining’s menu the week before spring break, I somehow missed the tiny detail that the dining hall was shutting down for the entire break. Usually, I stock up on food even when...

Over the last few months, I have learned the importance of being your own advocate when it comes to healthcare. However, for many of us, it is hard to be our own advocates. Being away from home often makes...

We’ve all seen advertisements for student organizations on our daily commutes through campus, from the half dozen bulletin boards in the ten Hoor lobby to the chalking about upcoming Bible studies or...

When you hear the word “fanfiction,” what do you think of? Do you picture the orange gleam of Wattpad stories, the bullet-pointed lists of Tumblr imagines or a carefully filtered search on Archive...

Ever since I started interacting with my American friends, I learned that our cultures have significant differences. As an international student from Nepal, I’ve always admired the strong sense of unity,...

Since 1960, the number of U.S. adults who are obese has tripled, and severe obesity has increased by 10 times. Obesity is one of America’s most pressing health issues and has now become a part of our...

Professional attire exists within the framework of the patriarchy. These dress codes and expectations, such as covering one’s arms or cleavage, operate as a mode of male power over women. What women...

Tucked away in the corner of our dorm’s common area stands what should be a simple sight — our shared fridge. A modern appliance designed to preserve food and keep drinks refreshingly cold, it was...