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How Horror Movies Can Help With Anxiety

How Horror Movies Can Help With Anxiety

Sarah McGinnis March 9, 2021

TW: this article discusses mental health and self harm.  Illustration by Paige Gaskins The horror genre is well-known for its negative effects on viewers. Most people are aware of the nightmares,...

The Transfer Experience at Kent State

The Transfer Experience at Kent State

Sarah McGinnis December 24, 2020

Illustration by Samantha Schaffer When I was 18, I did not know what I wanted to do with my life. I did not have a career plan, let alone a college plan. So like millions of other people, I decided...

Ending Where I Began

Ending Where I Began

Sarah McGinnis November 20, 2020

Illustration by Elliot Burr Growing up, I always imagined I would move out of my home state and study at a big college. I imagined myself taking the subway to class, roaming a busy city with textbooks...

On Video Games and Escapism

On Video Games and Escapism

Sarah McGinnis November 10, 2020

Featured image by Miranda Sepúlveda With the uncertainty ushered in by America’s current climate, people are seeking an escape. One of the best ways to avoid reality is to dive into another world,...

Why Consumers are Struggling to Shop Sustainably

Why Consumers are Struggling to Shop Sustainably

Sarah McGinnis October 6, 2020

Illustration by Elliot BurrPhotographs by Marisa DeRoma With the rise of the Internet and social media, it is easier than ever to research before making a purchase. There are thousands of options to...

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