Though college students are prone to fatigue, the current political climate in our country and overexposure to social media are undoubtedly creating feelings of anxiety and even hopelessness.
But as much as we post the dances to get the attention of the PNMs, this is not an accurate representation of what sorority life is. For some, social media is the first impression of a house and sets expectations before they even sign up for recruitment. But, the reality of Greek life is much different than the social media glamour.
Next time you’re in class, take a moment to look around — count the energy drinks and coffees in the room. Whether it’s early morning, mid-day or a late-night study session, it’s not difficult to spot students with these drinks in hand, taking sips between keystrokes.
Designs that walked the Met steps on Monday were a culmination of thousands of brush strokes, hours of hand-sewing and beading and the creative risks of many imaginative minds. From references to ancient Greek sculptures to colorful hand-painted fabrics, the 2026 Met Gala looks were fit to be framed in the Louvre.
Imagine this: you finally land that dream summer internship where you can really prove yourself, and you can’t wait to get to work. But a month in, you’re now dealing with rising bills and long unpaid hours, and that excitement has been replaced with stress and exhaustion. Yes, you’re gaining skills in your field and working with professionals, but your bank account is dwindling, and money is tight.
There is no true equality in collegiate sports. While equal opportunity for men and women sounds fair in theory, it is not always profitable, realistic or sustainable in practice.
Every day, millions of households in the United States face food insecurity. It’s an issue often reduced to a statistic, but for many, it’s a quiet reality. The struggle isn’t just about cost or access, but also the stigma around reaching out for help.
In a world of technology that far surpasses the average American’s knowledge, privacy online can feel like a myth. However, the problem of privacy online is not that people are unaware — it is the helpless feeling that nothing can be done.
I’m concerned about the future of sports, and it has nothing to do with players or the games themselves — it has to do with bandwagons.
The definition of a bandwagon, according to Merriam-Webster,...
