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The Burr Magazine

The Student News Site of Kent State University

The Burr Magazine

Illustration by Alyssa Maziarz

Quarantined: 7 Ways College Students Can Tame Your Boredom

Jacqueline Flickinger April 8, 2020

Self-care Now is more perfect than ever to work on that one pesky thing you know you’re supposed to be working on, but just haven’t had the time or motivation. I’m talking about your own well-being....

Illustration by Alyssa Maziarz

Coping With COVID

Lillianna Difini April 6, 2020

For the most part, the majority of us have been dealing with the new shift in our lifestyles for a few weeks now. During this time, several of us have already found new ways to reconnect with our families,...

Illustration by Alyssa Maziarz

Coping with coronavirus: Freshman edition

Kaitlyn Finchler April 5, 2020

It’s easy to say that classes being transferred online for the remainder of the semester isn’t anyone’s ideal situation. It’s also easy to assume that everyone has their share of positive and...

Pray For The Best, Prepare For The Worst

Pray For The Best, Prepare For The Worst

Jason Cohen April 5, 2020

I don’t know what to do with my life. This is deeply concerning to me for more than the reason of choosing a career. More than that, it makes me feel as if I don’t know myself. That is so frustrating...

The Egg Burner: Banana Chocolate Mug

The Egg Burner: Banana Chocolate Mug

Morgan Smith April 4, 2020

Hello and welcome back to The Egg Burner! I hope everyone is staying safe and healthy during this challenging time.  Never did I think I would live through a global pandemic, but it has become...

Speakeasy Sounds #5

Speakeasy Sounds #5

Terry Lee III April 3, 2020

Hello, from one quarantine to another! I hope you’re all practicing social distancing and staying sane at the same time. In this Speakeasy Sounds, we’re going to look at familiar artists with songs...

Illustration by Alyssa Maziarz

Easy Quarantine Recipes You Can Make Right Now

Augusta Battoclette April 3, 2020

In a time when most of us probably don’t like the idea of going to the grocery store, or even out of the house for that matter, but still need variety in our foods, I have you covered. Whether you feel...

Illustration by Katie Blazek

Being Alone, Protecting Yourself In Public Places

Jacqueline Flickinger April 1, 2020

Illustration by Katie Blazek With the overwhelming number of true crime documentaries flooding Netflix, it’s no wonder why we are more paranoid than ever about staying safe. In 2020, it’s vital...

Illustration by Alyssa Maziarz

Put A Spotlight On Your Mental Health, Too

Emma Andrus March 29, 2020
After the university cancelled classes for the rest of the semester and Ohio was put on a “shelter in place” order to stop the spread of COVID-19, The Burr became a remote entity. We decided to create a series of blogs, documenting this time, how we feel and how we’re coping. Please enjoy Blogs from Six Feet Away, and remember to wash your hands.
Illustration by Maryrose Ceccarelli

3 Peace Activists Who Are Better Than John Lennon

Grace Marie Burton March 28, 2020

Illustration by Maryrose Ceccarelli The past two weeks have shaped the entire world into a brand new claustrophobic ethos. We’ve all etched keeping hands clean, staying six feet away and working...

Illustration by Alyssa Maziarz

“Dear Extroverts”

Lillianna Difini March 28, 2020
After the university cancelled classes for the rest of the semester and Ohio was put on a "shelter in place" order to stop the spread of COVID-19, The Burr became a remote entity. We decided to create a series of blogs, documenting this time, how we feel and how we're coping. Please enjoy Blogs from Six Feet Away, and remember to wash your hands.
Illustration by Alyssa Maziarz

Newbie Noelle’s Quarantine Routine

Noelle Grimm March 28, 2020
After the university cancelled classes for the rest of the semester and Ohio was put on a “shelter in place” order to stop the spread of COVID-19, The Burr became a remote entity. We decided to create a series of blogs, documenting this time, how we feel and how we’re coping. Please enjoy Blogs from Six Feet Away, and remember to wash your hands.
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