In the era of social media, it has become increasingly common for users to utilize their platforms in offering support for various movements and causes. After the tragic death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer, many people turned to social media to spread awareness for the Black Lives Matter movement, […]
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Think about the last time you’ve witnessed hate, be it from the news or in person. Actually, think of a few instances, not just one. From everyday aversions to controversial societal conflicts, the word “hate” can initiate a plethora of scenarios. To give a broad overview of this complex concept, below is an introduction of […]
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You’re finished with another long day of school, and you jump on your leather couch right away after you slam your fifteen pound backpack on the ground. But you fight the urge to take a nap, knowing you have hours of calculus and stats homework to do. You sit right back up because you know […]
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What Is Tokenism? Tokenism is the practice of making an effort that is only symbolic to be inclusive of minority groups to keep up an appearance of racial and/or sexual equality (Wikipedia). Tokenism or Authentic Representation? It is often difficult to distinguish between sincere efforts to be inclusive and perfunctory gestures. Appearing to be the […]
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What is Fast Fashion? Fast Fashion (also known as disposable fashion) is categorized as quick catwalk-to-store clothing that is generally inexpensive and trendy. The industry boomed in the early 2000s as consumers flocked towards brands like Zara, TopShop, Mango and Forever 21 for contemporary and chic clothing. The hidden cost of this flourishing industry is […]
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The 2020 Presidential Campaign is currently, without a doubt, the highlight of America’s hectic year as 2020 finally approaches an end. Due to complications rising from the pandemic and numerous other unexpected events, the controversy is as prevalent as ever, and both candidates are making every effort to address and acknowledge the needs of the […]
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Experts and researchers often use terms like “epidemic” and “crisis” to characterize the mental health challenges currently facing American college students. Surveys in the last years have stated that about 60% of respondents felt “overwhelming” anxiety, while 40% experienced depression so severe they had difficulty functioning. (American College Health Association) A 2019 Pennsylvania State University […]
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Generation Z. Our generation’s reputation precedes us as young individuals looking to make the world a better place through improving ourselves and those around us. Yet, when teens are quick to call out their peers’ dark humor comments, inappropriate slurs, they are labeled as “snowflake” or “soft”. A snowflake is defined as someone who is […]
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The Unread Initiative 