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-Lucy Collins | Thursday, November 3, 2016
Like any self-respecting Harry Potter connoisseur, I have taken many a Sorting Hat quiz to best determine which Hogwarts house I belong in. After the Pottermore quiz (created by J.K. Rowling herself) designated me as a Gryffindor, I finally accepted my place. For those unfamiliar with the Hogwarts houses, Gryffindors are notorious for their bravery
Lucy Collins | Thursday, October 13, 2016
The most naive part of me is still waiting for an apology. I don’t know from whom, exactly, but I am expecting an admittance of wrongdoing nonetheless. Our nation’s founding figures, and many its most esteemed leaders throughout history, have always held a special place in my history-loving heart. One need only look at the
Lucy Collins | Thursday, September 29, 2016
“What did you do last weekend?” “Did you guys go out last night?” “What’s your dorm/major/hometown?” Questions like these are plenty abundant around campus. They are often used to ease tension at parties where the music may not be quite loud enough, to catch up with that random person you chose to sit next to
Lucy Collins | Thursday, September 15, 2016
“Be prepared to be bombarded with questions about this election.” These are the words of warning we received before traveling to Ireland for a study abroad program. Apparently this election is so notorious and consequential as to startle even those overseas that cannot vote in November. When it comes to this upcoming election, the typical
Lucy Collins | Thursday, September 1, 2016
With the upcoming election, Facebook seems to have turned into a never-ending stream of politically charged videos. Everyone likes to think that the latest “You Won’t Believe What the She-devil Clinton Did This Time” or “15 Reasons Why You Are Literal Trash If You Vote For Trump” video will be potent enough to sway the