A good starting point where the United States can effectively protect its citizens from gun violence aside from enacting comprehensive legislation is to implement metal detectors, even in private schools.
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Not a heel nor a sneaker, the sister brand of Spanx aims to fill a void in comfortable footwear.
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For her entire life, Rory was praised and told she could do anything she set her mind to. While that mindset was intended to encourage her, it only set her up for failure in her adulthood.
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Clothing can be used to display wealth, personality, occupation and so much more. However, do fleeting fashion trends offer room for personal expression?
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Each trend provides a chance to experiment and be a small part of fashion history as each cycle unfolds. But at the same time, these never-ending surges not only hinder the creation of a distinctive personal aesthetic but also encourage unwarranted splurges and a dire strain on the environment.
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For any students at the College that are considering changing their major but are unsure or intimidated like I was, I advise you to take the chance and reach out to each department’s respective advisor.
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Technology has expanded the landscape of education through the incorporation of SMART boards, online books and digital learning. Electronics will inevitably continue to become dominant forces in education, eliminating the old-school ways altogether.
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I love our school and its campus, professors, student life and sense of community. However, coming to the College as a freshman, I carried with me a set of expectations from years of watching TV and listening to stories from family members, friends and random TikTok influencers. Over these past eight months, I can confidently say that the majority of these expectations were proven wrong.
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Collecting books is an obsession of a lifelong learner. Whether it’s a tasteful romance or a robust thriller, readers can leave behind the woes of everyday life. A bookshelf filled to the brim is not a display of wealth or pompous brags; it holds memories and moments of self-reflection.
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Purchasing menstrual products is one of many financial burdens college students face, along with meeting other essential needs like paying bills and buying food. Despite the College administration’s unwillingness to proceed with the Student Government proposal for free menstrual products in bathrooms, accessing existing resources is equally frustrating.
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I’m sure most have seen the onslaught of videos all over Instagram and TikTok that poke fun at Taylor Swift’s private jet usage. This, as many know, is a response to the infamous list of the top celebrity private jet emissions. However, online discourse, especially related to that of the climate, is littered with hypocrisy and political mudslinging.
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As a woman, it can be hard to walk into a building full of testosterone and muscular men, especially when you are trying to better your physical health. It is intimidating to be the only female in a room of males in any situation, let alone in the gym. Although you might not believe so, as a woman, you deserve to take up space in the gym.
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Hollywood’s infatuation with biopics, specifically those of famous, yet aged-out musicians, has been a long-standing tradition. The most recent of these films is the new Bob Dylan biopic — starring Hollywood obsession Timothée Chalamet. As with all major blockbusters of this ilk, photos and videos from the production have begun to be released, and I have some concerns, to say the least.
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If you are part of the many who love to collect collectibles and figurines, congratulations, you have now joined those with an unhealthy obsession with spending whatever means necessary to fuel a newfound addiction. Some of the more sought-after collectible items are Smiskis and Sonny Angels, popular amongst those in all age groups who share a collective vigor to obtain as many as possible.
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While much of the Lions plan makes sense, I strongly believe that two key elements of the College should not and can not be changed: the proposed changes to the R. Barbara Gitenstein Library and the academic standards to which we hold ourselves. Altering these two elements of student life — our sense of community and education — will create significant negative and lasting effects on the overall student experience.
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Following criticism, Billie Eilish is offering clarity regarding her comments in a Billboard interview about sustainability in the production of vinyl variations by well-known artists. As soon as people noticed Eilish criticizing larger artists for releasing numerous vinyl variants of their albums for fans to collect, they swiftly overlooked her accomplishments and efforts toward protecting the environment.
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Although reality TV isn’t fully unpredictable, every show’s weekly cliffhanger leaves audiences on the edge of their seats with goosebumps. Viewers are captivated and even inspired by the “genuine” display of vulnerability exposed by real people on screen. The harsh reality, however, is that it is all a facade that crosses most ethical boundaries.
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Traditions is one of the most well-known and respected dining establishments at the College. Located in the Brower Student Center, students often go to Traditions to enjoy a sit-down meal, chosen from a menu with many options. However, I believe that our community is settling for less than we deserve, and recently, Traditions has been one of the worst places to dine.
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Once hailed as the pinnacle of Hollywood superhero storytelling, the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) now struggles beneath the weight of its ambition, drowning in a sea of disinterest and oversaturation. Therefore, the return of Deadpool to the big screen may be the last chance for the MCU to repair its mistakes.
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Traveling is an essential remedy that allows us to turn our minds off and just be. It removes us from our materialistic lifestyles and offers new visual perspectives that allow us to expand our mindset and imagine a life that’s different from the ones we’ve created for ourselves — good or bad.
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