We Berry students are known for our work ethic, academic rigor and full plates of pastimes meant to make us “well-rounded.” Whether you are grinding for A’s, applying for your third job, picking up a new gym routine or leading a student organization, all of us are constantly trying to be better. Continue reading Focus on self-fulfillment, not self-optimization
Berry is renowned for its cozy and intimate atmosphere. From its visually appealing ambiance to its welcoming community, none of its qualities would exist without dedicated faculty and staff. They work behind the scenes, cultivating safety in our space, warming the property with their hospitality and always being a reliable source for students who need help. Continue reading Our View: Let’s be thankful for our faculty and staff
When I was a child, the thought of someone I loved forgetting who I was terrified me. I was always taught by my grandma that if you keep a relationship with people and make a real impact on their life, they will never forget you. The unfortunate reality is that we live in a world where my fear is not unfounded. Continue reading Widespread Alzheimer’s education is necessary
On Oct. 14, Indiana University fired Jim Rodenbush, its former director of student media since 2018, because he refused to censor what their newspaper chose to put in their print issues. In his letter of termination, the school’s Professor and Dean David E. Tolchinsky said his “lack of leadership and ability to work in alignment with the University’s direction for the Student Media Plan is unacceptable.” Additionally, the very next day, the university prohibited the student journalists from printing their next edition and instructed them to only publish online moving forward. This decision is a clear case of censorship masked by administrative reconstruction and supposed financial burdens. Continue reading Our View: Colleges should respect freedom of press
As a freshman, I was ecstatic when I first saw the promotion for the “Painting with P.A.W.S” event on Oct. 27. The plan was to bring adoptable dogs from a nearby shelter to campus so students could relax, pet dogs and paint with them. Unfortunately, the weather had other plans, and the event was ultimately canceled. But even though the dogs never made it to campus, the excitement surrounding the event showed just how much students desire experiences like this and how important it is that Berry hosts more of them. Continue reading Berry should host more events with P.A.W.S
President Trump’s recent $300 million dollars project to build a brand-new ballroom in the White House is an overstep of power and egregious overspending. Trump has approved the demolition of the East Wing, which historically housed the offices of the first lady and her staff, a place where women evolved within their roles in political life. How can one man destroy such a culturally significant space without the necessary approval? This is a breach of transparency for America. Continue reading Our View: Trump’s ballroom is a waste of money
Unfortunately, cats in both real life and fiction are often portrayed negatively. The “curse” of bad luck that comes with black cats or cats’ companionship with villainous characters may work during the Halloween season, but the stigma doesn’t make sense in real life. This stigma has caused cats to be misunderstood as aloof, unfriendly or unloving, when my experience with cats has often shown them to be better companions than other pets. Continue reading A feline friendship is the purr–fect way to go
In a technology driven age, information and art is more accessible than it has ever been, and copyright is out of step with the world surrounding it. Copyright terms are meant to protect artists and inspire creativity, but when these terms extend decades beyond the artists ‘lifetime, it increases the difficulty for people to enjoy the pieces for recreational purposes. Copyright terms should be shortened for recreational enjoyment and educational purposes, and personal creativity should be promoted to all creators. Continue reading Our View: Copyright laws are overdue for a rewrite
As someone who suffers from frequent stomach problems nearly every meal, it’s important to me to find out what can calm my stomach down. Now, I will say, I’m not completely on top of making sure I eat food that won’t hurt my stomach. When all your favorite foods and ingredients negatively affect you, it’s hard to avoid them. While my mom avoids things like dairy and soy like the plague, I still eat those foods very regularly. Continue reading Stop drinking cold beverages with your meals
The temperatures are dropping, apple cider is on our minds and it is officially pumpkin-carving season; fall, what a beautiful time of year. We all know how beautiful Berry becomes, the green chlorophyll leaving the trees with the cool breeze, and the season of fall painting the campus with fiery colors. The leaves will fall around us in a delicate manner, then make their way to their previous home’s roots. Continue reading Leaf it be: we can save bees starting at Berry
