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The Stute

Star Lily

The Victorian Language of Flowers was used for decades to relay feelings that people had a hard time expressing or were too embarrassed to share.

Advice from a stranger

I used to bring books to sleepovers and birthday parties when I was younger, sometimes not to read, but to hold in case some social catastrophe happened, like a lucky charm hidden in my sleeping bag that I didn’t want to reveal.

Stop sharing your location

Freshman year, I turned off Find My Friends for my mom. She noticed within an hour, even though she lives hundreds of miles away and couldn’t have done a thing if I needed her.

Female empowerment through song

As a woman, I find it really inspirational to see many talented girls express themselves through music. A lot of my close friends sing, play instruments, or produce and write their own songs, and I’m truly impressed by how much creativity and artistry they put into their work.

Take it one step at a time

The pressure to socialize and get involved on campus is REAL. Words cannot describe the hardship of managing classes, homework, routine, clubs, sports, and on top of that, social life.

Navigating the career fair chaos

September at a tech school comes with an unmistakable shift in atmosphere. Suddenly, lecture hall attire swaps from oversized hoodies to fancy blazers, library printers churn out stacks of resumes, and the air is thick with elevator pitches practiced under breath.

Various thoughts from a very busy week

In part because it was such a busy week for me, and because I am not always great at planning ahead, this week’s column will be a semi-coherent mishmash of thoughts on “balancing” a busy schedule and staying sane through the stress and sleep deprivation. 

The Brick: A Cozy Getaway

The second you walk into The Brick, the red brick walls, rustic decor, and warm atmosphere make you feel like you stepped into a warm, cozy cabin.

Reflections on My Sister’s Keeper

(Disclaimer: This reflection has a lot of little spoilers here and there, but I think it is important for the context of the writing.

Trump administration cuts ACA coverage

The Affordable Care Act, more commonly referred to as the ACA, passed in March 2010 under the Obama administration, had three primary goals: make affordable insurance more accessible, expand Medicaid, and support innovative medical care delivery.