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Connecting with the Next Generation of Consumers: How Gen Z Shaped Modern Marketing

Daniel Reed

The world of marketing has undergone a dramatic transformation over time.…

October 20, 2024

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A Guide to Choosing the Right Payroll Check Printing Software

Daniel Reed

When managing payroll efficiently and accurately, businesses rely on payroll check printing software.…

October 8, 2024

Here's the image depicting a moving day in a suburban neighborhood near Boston

Moving Made Easy: My Experience with Boston Movers

Daniel Reed

Generally, moving is often cited as one of the most challenging things in life, but when I recently moved from my small downtown Boston apartment into a larger house out in the suburbs, I realized…

October 8, 2024

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Sustainability in Game Design: The Eco-Friendly Shift in Online Slots

Daniel Reed

Sustainability has become a buzzword across many industries, and the world of gaming is no exception.…

October 8, 2024

Illustration of the common things students are taught in history class.

4 History Lessons That We Didn’t Learn in the Classroom

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

School often clouds the truth or conveniently excludes details, narrating a white-washed, cis-centric, heteronormative and incomplete past.…

July 3, 2020

Taking photos of your used clothes to upload online on Depop is an easy way to make money and save the planet.

Depop Provides a Creative Way To Crush Fast Fashion

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

The app allows users to embrace their artistic side and reimagine what we wear, all while making it easy to shop sustainably.…

July 3, 2020

Many ‘Eco-Friendly’ Companies Are Just Pretending To Be Good for the Earth

Tess McGrinder, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

While certain businesses may market their products as environmentally friendly, their practices are often anything but.…

July 2, 2020

Illustration by Diana Egan in an article about working out in aparments

A Guide To Working Out When You Live in a Small Apartment

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

Sticking to a fitness routine is already a struggle, but what about when your 'gym' is within the confines of a small living space?…

July 2, 2020

Illustration by Daisy Daniel's on a hand writing letters, next to an open mailbox

Becoming Pen Pals With My Best Friends During Quarantine

Eva Halvax, University of Arizona

Sending letters through the mail provides a more physical connection than messages over digital platforms.…

July 2, 2020

Illustration of a business woman in an article about the term girlboss

Is It Time to Cancel the Controversial Term ‘Girlboss’?

Audrey Martin, Boston University

Once a term that conjured up images of hard-working women ready to smash the glass ceiling, the word now represents everything wrong with America’s capitalistic system.…

July 2, 2020

In an article about accountability, an office space with a table full of people

Accountability Is a Good Start: Diversity as a Permanent Part of Business

Juliana Fujii, Biola University

Replacing the CEO with a Black executive isn't enough to establish long-term inclusivity. There is still work to do in the name of transformative action.…

July 1, 2020

The New Voter’s No-Sweat Guide to Voting

Katie Klear, Columbia College Chicago

Election season is upon us, and learning how to vote is the first step to exercising your rights. Here are the basics of the process for all you new voters out there.…

July 1, 2020

Black Lives Matter protesters in front of a government building.

There Are New Laws Supporting the Black Lives Matter Movement

Aubrey Doerr, Chapman University

The number of petitions that have been circulating among millions of Americans over the past few weeks has made a significant impact on the passage of new legislation.…

July 1, 2020

In an article about LGBTQ+ owned brands, a woman in a white shirt with rainbow stripes

LGBTQ+ Owned Brands To Support During Pride Month and All Year Long

Katherine Brand, University of Michigan

From underwear to makeup to clothing to candles, these five companies offer year-round shopping opportunities that support the queer community.…

June 30, 2020

The Return of 2000s Aesthetics Is Unsurprising in an Age of Uncertainty

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

The era of Britney Spears and Juicy Couture is back, and it's a perfect complement to the social turmoil being experienced by Generation Z.…

June 30, 2020

Why I No Longer Call Myself ‘Vegan’ Even Though I Still Eat Plant-Based

Audrey Martin, Boston University

After five years, I took a step back from the sometimes overly judgmental and strict community.…

June 30, 2020

The Exclusion of South Asians From a Broader Asian Identity Has To End

Farah Javed, CUNY Baruch College

Western society has generalized the people of Asia for too long, and effectively erased South Asians, their culture and their unique experiences.…

June 29, 2020

CHOP, Seattle’s Newest Community for Protestors, Elicits Mixed Reactions

Abigail Adeleke, University of Miami

The Capitol Hill Occupied Protest came about after demonstrators successfully evicted the police from the neighborhood. Now, the city is pushing to dismantle it.…

June 28, 2020

In an article about the four horsemen that spell doom for relationships, a couple that may be fighting

John Gottman Breaks Down the ‘Four Horsemen’ That Ruin Relationships

Sarah Gudenau, Oakland University

The psychologist identifies four different behaviors that can spell doom for any couple.…

June 28, 2020

The ‘Laughter Permitted’ Podcast Reveals Experiences of Beloved Athletes

Chloe Hamer, Pitzer College

Former women's soccer player Julie Foudy's platform bridges the gap between the personal lives of pioneering female athletes with politics and race.…

June 27, 2020

Planned Obsolescence Exacerbates the Hidden Cost of Throwaway Goods

Ian Nordin, University of Texas at San Antonio

The concept accompanies the evolution of a culture that praises novelty over quality, and influences how much we waste.…

June 27, 2020

Illustration by Sezi Kaya of an individual doing yoga in front of a sunflower

The Benefits of Exploring Yoga, From an Ex-Non-Believer

Srishti Tyagi, Cornell University

At its core, this practice crafts a journey for the individual to find mindfulness and peace in an increasingly chaotic and uncertain world.…

June 27, 2020

We Need To Change the Narrative Surrounding Vegetarianism

Anna Barnard, St. Olaf College

It's important to eat more ethically, but it's also essential to let people evaluate what is best for their own well-being.…

June 26, 2020

Why We Should All Shave Our Heads Bald Before Quarantine Ends

Cathleen Luo, Columbia University

Cutting off all your hair can be a statement, a declaration of freedom or a much needed change.…

June 26, 2020

5 Reasons To Reach Out to Your Representatives

Danielle Kuzel, Florida State University

Engaging in activism doesn't have to consume all of your time. Calling your congressperson only takes minutes out of your day.…

June 26, 2020

Illustration by Veronica Chen in article about LGBTQ+ brands

5 LGBTQ+ Brands To Check Out and Support This Pride Month

Madelyn Haasken, Bemidji State University

From breaking down barriers in the jewelry industry to crafting candles named after famous pop culture witches, these LGBTQ+ brands are worth buying from.…

June 25, 2020

Illustration by Diana Egan, University of Kentucky of a tiny home in a field, reflecting the tiny lifestyle

Tiny Lifestyles Are More Complicated Than You Might Think

Alicia Furlan, University of Pittsburgh

The trend is attractive because it promises freedom and simplicity. But even in a tiny house, life can still be pretty complex.…

June 25, 2020

illustration for article about black artists by Amy Young

5 Black Artists Whose Legacies Have Transcended Time

Gabrielle Pascal, Hofstra University

American pop culture has been defined by black excellence for decades. From Gordon Parks to Aaliyah, black artists continue to influence the new generation.…

June 24, 2020

A photo of B Simone in an article about being canceled

B. Simone, Lea Michele and Starbucks Make the Canceled List

Yasmeen Ludy, University of Michigan

Is cancel culture going too far, or are the stakes too high to just let things go?…

June 24, 2020

Black Lives Matter Is Showing That Pro Sports Needs Structural Change

Caleb Mullenneaux, St. Olaf College

The BLM movement is confronting racism in American athletic leagues, but little is being done to change the roots of these organizations.…

June 24, 2020

Illustration of someone in their art studio.

Why It’s Important To Make Art Just for the Sake of Making Art

McKenna Uzelac, Columbia University

While modern capitalism and the looming recession pressure hobbyists to monetize their creative work, it's important to remember why we do it in the first place.…

June 23, 2020

In an article about COVID-19 mourning, two people in face masks

How To Mourn the Lives Lost to COVID-19 in the United States

Renee Cantor, University of Pittsburgh

In spite of pandemic deaths surpassing the 100,000 mark, there has not been significant public mourning. Still, there are ways we can mourn individually.…

June 23, 2020