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Tasnim Oyshi


There are too many limitations on Meal Equivalency swipes. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons / Tomwsulcer, April 17, 2013)
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OPINION: TCNJ should revamp the Meal Equivalency system

If you have a meal plan at the College, you are likely familiar with the concept of Meal Equivalency swipes. Considering the complexity of the meal plans, it can be hard to truly understand it, no matter how many times it’s explained to you, until you actually start using your meal swipes, Flex Points or Meal Equivalency swipes at their particular, designated times. 

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Consumer culture urges customers to spend money on Labubus. (Photo courtesy of Flickr / Jonathan Cutrer, June 9, 2021)
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OPINION: Labubus are the epitome of consumerism

Collecting is a hobby that has been enjoyed by many for ages. The fun in this activity lies in its versatility, as it can involve virtually anything. Whether you harbor a passion for pens, coins or even spoons, everyone is familiar with the concept of gathering various items of the same type and keeping them as a way to cherish them. This is a fairly innocent pastime that can prove to be gratifying for those who partake in it. The problem, of course, begins when money gets involved.

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Watching cartoons can be a great form of stress relief for adults. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons / Nenad Stojkovic, April 26, 2021)
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OPINION: There is no such thing as being ‘too old’ for cartoons

Most of us have grown up watching cartoons as children. Whether it was “SpongeBob” or “Peppa Pig,” we’re familiar with at least one animated show that was popular when we were kids. At a certain point, many grow out of this stage of their life and the form of entertainment they consume changes as they age. This is not the case for everyone, however.

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Too much of the same type of content can bore audiences. (Photo courtesy of Pexels  / Tima Miroshnichenko)
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OPINION: Oversaturation murders quality media

Too much of a good thing is bad. This is a sentiment that has been around for millions of years. Consume things, whether it is food, literature, or media, in moderation. When it comes to the entertainment field today, however, it seems we no longer care about following such a warning.

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