Archive for August 2021
The First Essay
English essays. Some of us love them, some of us hate them. But regardless, we all write them. Fear not, however, because I’m not writing to provide advice, or make you feel bad about the quality of your writing. Instead, I’d like to reflect upon the aspects of English classes that have room for improvement,…
Read MoreThe Best Advice I Never Took
A few weeks before moving into college, one of my best friends’ mom gave me a piece of advice that I still kick myself for ignoring: “You should delete social media for a few months, just until you get adjusted to college. Knowing what everyone else is doing can really hurt.” My friend’s mom, a…
Read MoreColleges Have Damaged Education
One of the most profound changes in United States culture during my lifetime is the role of higher education. By and large I think it has not been change for the best. In many ways colleges and universities have damaged education and had a number of deleterious impacts on society. In 1950 29.7% of high…
Read MoreWhat to discuss with your new roommate before move-in day
So, you got assigned with a random roommate. Congratulations! Whether it’s your first year living in East Halls or your senior year at an off-campus apartment complex, this is a great opportunity to make a new friend and learn about living with other people. You’ve likely already contacted this person and maybe talked about your…
Read MoreUnique Challenges for Black Individuals with Mental Health Conditions
According to a 2018 survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 16% of African American adults reported having a mental illness in the previous year, and 22.4% of that group reported a serious mental illness. The same survey showed that, of the nearly 5 million African Americans with a mental illness, close to 70% hadn’t received treatment (Williams, 2020). Still…
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