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Fingers touch a wooden block that has a symbol of a person on it. For a successful college experience, students should identify what's important and choose what to value in life. (Getty Images)

Identify values, reinforce personal growth

By Sierra Usmani, Lifestyle Writer | March 24, 2024

Everyone approaches the world differently. Many are of service to it, while some reap any benefits they can get their hands on; others are at war with the world, while creatives wish to change it.  But in the end, it’s the world we live in, and...

A stack of banned and LGBTQ+ themed books sit atop each other. Books such as these were discussed in a lecture about LGBTQ+ inclusion in curriculum. (Sean Reed | Northern Star)

Lecture: Our curriculum needs queer literature

By Sarah Rose, Managing Editor | April 12, 2023

The intersections of sexuality, schooling and young adult literature is a high debate in the United States right now. On Thursday, Corrine Wickens, professor of literacy education, delivered an enriching presentation on her research in that topic.  The...

Parents Need to Find a Balance Among Their Students

Parents Need to Find a Balance Among Their Students

By Derrick Petruchuis | August 29, 2018

As  tuition prices rise annually, today’s college students are seeing an increase in parental involvement during their transition into college environments. While some parental involvement is beneficial throughout the college process, it’s very important...