[twocol_one] Anti Ban In December 2019, a new law in the United States went into effect stating that anyone under the age of 21 could no longer buy products that contained tobacco or nicotine. There has been a large amount of controversy regarding this law, not only for people who are under 21 but also […]
The New Tobacco Ban: A smart decision or a violation of freedom? Read Post »
Valentine’s Day is on the horizon, and whether you’re looking for somewhere good to eat with your significant other, your best friend, or just as a treat-yourself meal, this article has options for everyone! Don’t forget that many of these options deliver through popular services like GrubHub and UberEats, so they’re just as nice for
Valentine’s Day Eats: Nearby restaurants to visit this holiday Read Post »
“There comes a time when silence is betrayal.” -Martin Luther King Jr. Black History Month is one of the most important months of the year. Why? Not just because it enlightens people on African-American heritage, but it also lets racists know that we will not be silent, no matter how much they try to oppress
Silence Can Be Our Greatest Enemy: A reflection on Black History Month Read Post »
Eastern University’s motto, “Faith, Reason, and Justice,” is something we’re all striving for during our time here. One student in particular embodies all three of these values through her studies and her free time. Mei Moerder is a sophomore with a wide variety of interests. She started her academic career as a double major in
People of Eastern: Mei Moerder Read Post »
To my unexpected blessing: Under different circumstances, we may not have ever even met. We have different interests and completely different class schedules. Left to fate, our paths probably would not have crossed. But thankfully, our lives aren’t left up to fate. God knew I would need you. He knew that my wild, dramatic, over-emotional
An Open Letter to My Roommate Read Post »
Dear Husband, Thank you for all of the adventures we have had and for all of the adventures that are to come. Thanks for all of the little things you do, like giving me the aux cord in the car and pretending that I beat you in Call of Duty. Thank you for being the
Anonymous Love Letters: Written by Eastern students to those they admire most. Read Post »
Philadelphia holds a large amount of art culture, however, a lot of it goes unnoticed and hidden within the city. Some of the lesser-known arts establishments were created by everyday people who had a love for art and became recognized. The arts culture of Philadelphia is not just limited to the Philadelphia Art Museum, but
The Arts of Philadelphia: Experience art close to campus! Read Post »
Now that the semester is in full swing and work is piling up, it’s easy to feel like there are no good ways to relieve stress, especially if you’re not particularly artsy. Some of the most commonly recommended forms of stress relief have to do with drawing, painting, singing, writing, and dancing, but there are
Creative Stress Relief For All: Ways to kick back without being artsy Read Post »
The most effective recruiting symbol of World War II was the I Want You for the U.S. Army poster which showcased Uncle Sam wearing a top hat and trousers decorated in the nation’s colors. The ad was meant to install patriotism to the men who voluntarily signed up, ensuring them that they were doing right
Book Spotlight: Johnny Got his Gun Read Post »
Studying can be incredibly frustrating. When the material is hard to understand, there’s an exam coming up, or you simply have other things you would rather be doing, convincing yourself to study in the first place can be challenging, much less enjoying it. It is even harder to study when under a deadline , or
The Art of Studying Read Post »
