We live in a strange paradox between two worlds, a digital one and a real one. Sometimes, however, it can be far too easy to lose ourselves in one world. The digital world is easier – there’s no pressure to say the right thing on the spot, you don’t have to worry […]
My name is Jordan Williams-Crenshaw. I am a third year Political Science student with a specialization in Public Policy. Since winter break, I’ve been associated with Young Democratic Socialists of America, a political organization specializing in youth social activism. In general, the YDSA is all about establishing a more
Advocates for Change: Inside the perspective of youth social activism. Read Post »
Many of us have a tendency to talk down to ourselves. Recently, I have caught myself saying “I’m so stupid” and “I hate myself” time and time again. It is quite common for people our age to say these things in a joking manner; self-deprecation is cool and humorous. We craft humorous
On Affirmations: How to love yourself and others. Read Post »
Over the past few years, Venezuela has been facing serious economic issues, leading another country leader to declare himself president. Nicolás Maduro, the current President of Venezuela, was elected after the passing of former president, Hugo Chávez, who mentored Maduro back in 2013. In his first six-year term as
Since the 116th Congress was sworn in this Jan., there has been a lot of talk about a woman wearing big hoop earrings and red lipstick waltzing around D.C. like she owns the place. Who is this woman and what is she doing on the Congress floor? Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
A New Congress: A look into the diversity in politics 100 years after the 19th Amendment Read Post »
I watch music videos daily, so making a list of my favorite ones became very hard. I looked at some of the videos in my watch history recently to help. Here is a list of my current favorites! 1. “Peek-A-Boo” by Red Velvet Pizza delivery guys and murder are included in this popular K-pop video. 2.
Personal Top 5 Music Videos Read Post »
On Feb. 28, Eastern University will be hosting a one-woman performance called “Uninvited Girl.” While a one-woman play seems unusual, this play first premiered in 2016 and has been performed for two years now. It was first performed shortly after the presidential election at Christ Church Neighborhood House in Philadelphia. It was
A lot of my intern work consists of me sitting on my laptop and staring at my screen. Which, to most people, probably seems boring and dreary. This is understandable, but there are so many beautiful things inside of my internship that make up for any reservations I might have had at
A Letter to Dr. Gramby-Sobuwke Dear Dr. Gramby-Sobuwke, The most wonderful part of being your student is the way you facilitate our conversation. When you catch a person’s eye across the room, it encourages them to speak up and say what is on their mind. You coax each person
An Appreciation for Professor Gidjunis I love Professor Rebecca Gidjunis because she was really the first professor here at Eastern that made me feel excited to be here! Before even meeting her, I was immediately drawn to her course description for Intro to Creative Writing. I am an English Writing major, so of
