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Snarky cafe customers cause me to become off-edge enough to spill their fresh cup of joe right in front of them. Photo Credit: Danijel Zekanovic

Coffee! PRONTO!

Alex Nedelcu
February 1, 2015
Working in the foodservice industry often goes hand-in-hand with not-so-sweet customers.
Ever wonder what it's like to wear the hijab? Photo Credit: Andrea Galvan

“What is under your head-scarf?”

Summer Thomad
January 31, 2015
Since I began wearing the hijab, certain questions have become a frequent part of my life.
Illustration: Andrea Galvan

Sibling Rivalry: Censorship

Amanda and
January 26, 2015
This week in Sibling Rivalry, Amanda and Andrea debate the pros and cons of media censorship.
This kitten, along with many others is available to play with at a local pet shop. Shelters also offer the option of visitation with cute cuddly pets that are sure to make a day brighter. Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

Cats: too cute to cut through

January 23, 2015
Alas, my Anatomy and Physiology class has started cat dissections. My sadness commences.
EDITORIAL: New driver's license rules places restrictions on truant students

EDITORIAL: New driver’s license rules places restrictions on truant students

Southwest Shadow
January 23, 2015
Ditching class can lead to unwanted consequences regarding the right to drive.
To the recent uproar surrounding Charlie Hebdo, I say: Je Ne Suis Pas Charlie. Photo Credit: Summer Thomad

Je Ne Suis Pas Charlie

Summer Thomad
January 22, 2015
After the recent attacks of satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo, there has been an international outcry of people proclaiming "Je Suis Charlie." However, I do not stand with this statement.
Illustration by: Andrea Galvan

Editorial Cartoon

Andrea Galvan
January 9, 2015
In this week's cartoon, Andrea illustrates the consequences of ditching school.
My recipe for happiness: sappy poetry, glasses, fruit, sketchbook, and hand lotion. Photo Credit: Alex Nedelcu

New Year’s Revolution

January 8, 2015
My personal perfect new year consists of a few specific practices.
Learning to drive is one of the major steps to becoming an independent individual. This year, I am determined to get behind the wheel and finally learn this necessary skill. Photo Credit: Yusuf Thomad

The Pursuit of Independence

January 7, 2015
Learning not to rely so heavily on others in various aspects of my life has become one of my greatest conquests.
Illustration: Andrea Galvan

Sibling Rivalry: Christmas

December 22, 2014
This week in Sibling Rivalry, Amanda and Andrea debate whether Christmas still has its original meaning.
My curiosity for new information ranges from my personal life, to life in the classroom. I have a constant demand for facts. Photo Credit: Danijel Zekanovic

Ignorance is (an) abyss

December 18, 2014
Being apt to ignorance is not necessarily a great perk to handling issues.
Self reflection can be a critical step in self discovery. Photo Credit: Summer Thomad

A Guide to Self Discovery

December 17, 2014
Finding yourself often requires you to dig deep and try new things; here are some ideas on making the journey of self discovery easier.
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