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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.
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.
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.
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,...
