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Getting extracurricular can make for a fulfilling college experience

My hall mate and I once discussed her friend’s unhappiness with her college experience. My hall mate said the problem stemmed from not having a passion for any one thing. If you don’t have passion for something, she said, you won’t be happy. That has stuck with me for years. Sure, we can mosey through [...]

Humor helps uncomfortable discussion

Look at me. C’mon, look at me. Chat with me. Walk to class with me. If you do, you’ll see I’m just another student like you – even though I’m a casualty of a disfiguring disease. I know – as does every other physically handicapped student on campus – that you might be uncomfortable around me.

Fast food epidemic needs to be controlled

Swine flu isn’t the only epidemic in the United States right now. Our never-ending interest in cheap deals, combined with a craving for tasty treats, has led to a serious outcome: a fast food obsession is sweeping the country. Yes, we’re all trying to save money, and our fast-paced society doesn’t leave us time to slave over a stove for two hours every night.