Whenever I enter a conversation, I witness the clash between identity and ideology. During seminars, I side with females; in a room filled with white people, I often feel guarded. We tend towards those who are similar to us. Perhaps, however, the problem is more specific: politics impact our daily social interactions. Awareness is important, …
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FROM ANCIENT ROME TO THE CURRENT AGE: FEMALE LEADERSHIP
In 2015, Hilary Clinton was accused of “shouting” about gun violence. “I’m not shouting,” she responded. “It’s just when women talk, some people think we’re shouting.” Clinton’s comment alludes to the double-standard that is experienced by many women vying for leadership positions. The result? An unlevel playing field that hurts qualified women. Sexism has been …
HOLIDAY BREAK: ‘TIS THE SEASON FOR A GREAT BOOK
Holiday break is right around the corner! The holidays are one of my favorite times of year: I love spending time with family and friends, catching up on sleep — and reading great books! From futuristic sci-fi reads to culturally significant novels on a range of social issues, there are so many books to be …
FINDING THE INTERNAL TUG-A-WAR OF ANCIENT ROME IN THE AENEID
Consisting of both war and peace, internal strife and expansion, violent power shifts and stability, Rome’s history is not a simple one. Numerous military victories and the ultimate triumph of the Romans denote fortune, yet behind these accomplishments were times of suffering and great tragedy. Hence, when Vergil was commissioned by Augustus to write an …
MODEL UNITED NATIONS: A PICTURE IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS
Study hard, get good grades, get into college. In an increasingly competitive society where acceptance rates of top colleges dip into the single digits, this is the formulaic path with which my generation is perceived to be obsessed. Many of us are seen as “grade-grubbers,” vessels of human beings who study robotically with the sole …
FEAR. FRIENDSHIP. LOVE. LOSS. Turtles All the Way Down by John Green
John Green published Turtles All the Way Down following several major successes, including his sensational book-turned-movie, The Fault In Our Stars. Naturally, Turtles All the Way Down had big shoes to fill. And judging from reviews on Goodreads and discussions that I’ve had with my peers, I’ve reached the conclusion that most people believe Turtles All the Way Down falls short …