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Views of Italy Julia’s view of Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence

Traveling Through School: Study Abroad Programs

Mary Grace Weissauer, Co-editor in chief | March 9, 2021

     There were more than 1 million international students in the United States in the 2018/19 academic year, according to the Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange, which is published annually by IIE with support from the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department...

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 Digital art photo of canceling diet culture Photo credit: Nicole Jones

Analysing Diet Trends: Why Am I Not Losing Weight?

Trigger Warning: Eating Disorders are briefly mentioned
Nicole Jones and Alexandrea Velez | March 8, 2021

     Every New Year's resolution you hear the phrase, ‘Maybe next Sunday’ way too often. Diet culture has become a huge trend in the last few decades, especially near the start of every new year. However, for the average individual it's an endless cycle, this is due to the fact that most people...

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Best Buddies logo: recognize the organization everywhere you go! Photo courtesy: Steph Galaburri, February 18, 2021

Best Buddies: a Friendship to Last Forever

Stephanie Galaburri, Staff Writer | March 8, 2021

     Best Buddies is an organization that gives members of the community that have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) a chance to form lifelong friendships. The Best Buddies club connects students who are looking to get involved in the unique program.       “Best Buddies...

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Holiday Festivities: Michael Giordano and his brothers at a Christmas event at the University of South Carolina. Photo courtesy of Jack Medve, December 15, 2020.

Going To College: Get Involved in Greek Life

Anthony Giordano and Luca Ubaldi | March 8, 2021

     As high school students transition into college, it’s important to build new bonds and new relationships. Greek life is a social organization broken up into fraternities and sororities. There are many types of fraternities (frats) and sororities that college students rush to every year. During...

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Pasta Primavera: A nutritious and delicious vegetarian dish.

Major Changes: Switching to a Vegetarian Lifestyle

Maria Garbin, Staff Writer | March 8, 2021

     Making a major change isn’t something that happens from day to night. The first way to start is by deciding how to proceed and making small changes, until one day the major objective is achieved. And this is no different if you’re looking to become a vegetarian.      Aside from religious...

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Pictured above is a before picture of Erin Coyle´s client Abby Woodward´s hair that has been dyed at home, not received a hair trim in over a year, uses TRESemme and other over the counter products with harmful chemicals. Photo Courtesy Erin Coyle 6/22/2020

Hair Care: How To Maintain and Establish a Healthy Hair Care Routine

Abby Woodward and Amanda Queiroz | March 8, 2021

     Maintaining a healthy hair routine can be a difficult task, no matter how simple it may sound. Often many women struggle with their wash routine and end up washing their hair more often than necessary. Women also struggle with selecting products that are safe and healthy for their hair. A lot...

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Quizlet can be a useful resource to help learn vocabulary in any language. Photo Courtesy: Ivy Glidden, February 22, 2021.

How to Learn a New Language

Julianne Yasona and Ivy Glidden | March 8, 2021

     Knowing another language is a rewarding skill, and the process of learning it can be an enriching experience. Not only does it open many career opportunities, but learning a new language can also open up one's mind, allowing more interpersonal possibilities.       “[Learning another...

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Ready to fight: Nick Newell and James Dalby posing for a picture at Fighting Arts Academy CT. Photo Courtesy: Karen Dalby, 2016

Nick Newell’s Rise to Fame

Kaitlyn Dalby and James Dalby | March 8, 2021

     To be an MMA champion is a dream for many. To work all your life to be a champion and to accomplish it is nothing short of amazing. Nick Newell has experienced all of this. What makes him different is he was born with only one arm, but that has never stopped him from accomplishing his goals.  ...

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 Gaming: Playstation 5. Photo courtesy of Jake Israelite, February 16, 2021.

Next Generation Consoles, What You Need to Know

Jake Israelite, Staff Writer | March 4, 2021

     The new Xbox and PlayStation have been very hard to get a hold of. But the wait is worth it.  Incredible graphics, much improved download speeds, and faster loading times are just to name a few improvements.       Freshman Zackary Israelite, an owner of the new PlayStation, the PS5, says...

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Airport During Covid: This shows a vacant airport with little travelers. Photo Courtesy: Layla Carlberg, January 29, 2021

How to Travel in 2021

Jessica Chamberlain and Layla Carlberg | March 4, 2021

     Traveling in 2021 has changed immensely because of the Corona-virus pandemic. Many new protocols and rules have begun to keep people as safe as possible when traveling. Each state and country has their own rules set in place that travelers have to follow depending on their destination.  ...

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The school one of the interviewers attends too: the front of Fairleigh Dickinson. Photo courtesy of Nia Mayo February 17 2020

How to Prepare Yourself for College

Sanaa Darden, Staff Writer | March 4, 2021

     Going to college is one of the biggest steps in life. This is when you really prepare yourself for the future and become more independent. The process of getting into college is not easy.      You want to start preparing yourself as early as freshman year in high school. You want to get...

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Training a Puppy: Pictured is puppies Luna (front) and Lena (back) practicing their commands. Photo Courtesy: Shannon Flynn, August 15,2020

How To Train a Puppy: The Crucial First Steps

Haley Flynn, Staff Writer | March 4, 2021

     This year, more time than ever is spent at home. With many parents and guardians working remote and some students distance learning, it is an ideal time to get a dog.       A puppy or new dog needs a vast amount of training and attention. It's easier than ever to accommodate this when...

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