I’ve always been a fan of physical books. I’ve tried to get into e-readers, but for me the format makes focusing on the text more difficult. I find that most people tend to prefer one or the other, and to each their own. But I remember when my mom first got a kindle, and she…
It’s Okay to Feel SAD – Don’t You Worry
As we approach the end of the quarter and the days get shorter, it’s not uncommon to feel the seasonal changes on our mood and energy. Seasonal Affective Disorder or what we call SAD impacts many people, bringing feelings of low energy, difficulty concentrating, and even sadness as sunlight decreases. Fortunately, our campus offers a…
Road Trips to Take in Washington State
As we transition into Autumn, it is important to take advantage of the weather and be outside! There is only a short time left where the sky isn’t completely covered in clouds and when the sun doesn’t set before 6pm. We are lucky to live in a state where nature surrounds us and where the…
Academic Playlists
As a college student, music is essential to everyday activities. It helps us get through the day, relax in between classes, serve as motivation to keep studying, and even help us exercise! Here I present to all of you reader’s here, staff, students and guests, to the vastly different playlists that people must have! (If…
How to Contribute to Minimizing Period Poverty
Let’s talk about “Period Poverty”! According to the American Medical Women’s Association, the term ‘‘period poverty’’ refers to the lack of proper accessibility and limited affordability of menstrual health and hygiene resources including educational tools, sanitary products, washing facilities, and waste management. (Lea Sacca, 2024) Here is a bit of data addressing period poverty in…