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One of the most frustrating quips I hear from people is that politics shouldn’t determine your friendships. It makes me question if they even understand the state of the political world right now.  As much as we wish it was, politics is not simply about differing opinions on improving

All work, no play? Or work hard, play hard? Nobody seems to be able to agree, but regardless of the stance, someone will always end up shamed for their process.  If you don’t accomplish tasks in a timely manner, then you are, of course, lazy and pathetic and an

There’s nothing more humbling than something falling apart while you’re wearing it. But if it's vintage, at least you know it served its purpose. I haven’t purchased an article of clothing that was “new” in years, unless it was for an event that required very

Let’s face it. Politics has become exhausting. Decisions are being handed down from Washington, D.C. by people who don’t understand us. We’re at each other's throats — yet it often seems we’re powerless, unable to cause change. Don’t get me wrong, I’m

My cat’s name is Simon. Okay, he’s not technically my cat. He belongs to my friend. But she’s studying abroad in this semester, so for all intents and purposes, he is technically mine at least until May. Minute details.  He’s a Snowshoe cat, which is this

As soon as spring classes rolled around, I knew this semester was going to be different. For what seems like the first time, many other students and I encountered the word “screenless” in our syllabi.  Unclear as to what effect this would have on the day-to-day class environment, and seeing,