Despite being part of a tight campus community, even one as cohesive as Berry, it’s surprisingly common for students to struggle with isolation. When things get difficult, many of us retreat inward, telling ourselves we’ll handle it on our own. Part of that comes from the pressure to seem independent; it might also come from the assumption that no one else is struggling in the same way or from a concern about burdening others with our struggles. Continue reading Community is important during stressful times

With the growth of digital media, physical newspapers have been struggling to adapt, especially with decreasing budgets. This is due to the quick publishing turnaround, the wider audience reach and the overall lower cost of online news. Although the growth of digital media is inevitable and beneficial, the decline of print media is harmful because it reduces permanence, depth and engagement.  Continue reading Our View: Losing print media is a loss for journalism