Month: February 2015
All lives matter: U.S. should show concern over Nigerian massacre
A few weeks ago several attacks from Islamist extremists took place in just seven days: the attack on Charlie Hebdo, a reaction over an illustration that killed 17 people; and a series of attacks by the Boko Haram in Nigeria, killing a minimum of 150 people. The western world reacted […]
Put the phone down: Electronic light detrimental to sleep
We have all been told at some point or another to stop staring at our TV or computer screens, to put away our cellphones and look at people or the sky. Usually it was our parents, followed by a “because I said so” look. But were those screens really harmful? […]
Change gun stereotypes
A common misconception about gun ownership is that more firearms means more violent crime. While the United States is number one in firearm ownership in the world (roughly 88 firearms per 100 people), it is not the most dangerous in terms of firearm-related crime. You are more likely to be […]
Self-care is essential, not selfish
I feel guilty when I’m just sitting in my room doing ‘nothing.’ If my activities are not good for my résumé, they’re not good for me. If I’m just having lunch with someone, it’s probably not as intentional or effective as having a one-on-one. If I’m taking a class for […]
Racism hurts minorities and majorities
Racism is not just the majority’s problem. It can sometimes be easy for me, as an Indian-American and a minority in the United States, to think of my prejudices as less damaging than the prejudices that exist against me. However, if I refuse to see my prejudices against those around […]
Millennials: learn from other generations
“My bae is so swaggy; I posted a #WCW of her and her eyebrows were on fleek.” “Noway? I just dumped my girlfriend, she was basic, but Yolo. I was like, bye Felicia.” Sadly, as a millennial, I can understand these statements and am ashamed to admit that I use […]
Fifty Shades too many
If you haven’t heard of Fifty Shades of Grey, you must have missed the Super Bowl, local pop radio stations, cable television or just about any other form of media in the last few weeks. Slated for a Valentine’s Day release, the movie adaptation of Fifty Shades of Grey has […]
Julie Gumm: Author, adopter and achiever
MWhen God set the idea of adoption on the heart of Julie Gumm, she knew the journey she and her husband Mark would face would come at a price. Literally. What Gumm didn’t know was that her adoption story would lead to her becoming a best-selling author. As avid fans […]
Booing spurs unsportsmanlike behavior
Booing in the stands can be a questionable expression for any sporting event. Having fans cheering on your team and booing the opposing side is a typical part of any game. Some people believe that booing the opposing side can be unsportsmanlike, and others will say it is just part […]