Collecting Memories
Collecting Memories DeAnna Britton Picture courtesy of www.robelle.com . Recently, one of my friends asked me what it is that I collect. As a reaction, I could only think of one thing. Then, after pondering it for awhile, I realized I collect many things. Although I do sometimes feel a little embarrassed to admit to [...]
Facebook: Keeps You Connected or Hurts Your Chance of Getting a Job?
Facebook-Keeps You Connected or Hurts Your Chances of Getting a Job? By: DeAnna Britton picture courtesy of: Nicola Herrera It may be time to take a look at your Facebook. Many college Facebook users are currently changing their names in order to hide their page from potential employers. In a recent article on CNN, I [...]
Vacation, All I Ever Wanted
Vacation, All I Ever Wanted By: DeAnna Britton picture courtsey of visitingnewengland.com. As a junior in college, I fantasize about the places I will go on spring break. The possibilities are endless! First, I’ve never been to the west coast, so California seems like a good place. Then I thought about Baja, Mexico, just below [...]
Silent Tragedies that Happen Every Two Minutes
Written by DeAnna Britton, Relate Contributing Writer One of my favorite performances every year is the Vagina Monologues written by Eve Ensler. My school just hosted this event last weekend for V-Day. V-Day is a movement thriving to stop sexual violence against women all over the world. Even though most of the scripts are the [...]
Single on Valentine’s Day? You’re Not Alone
Written by DeAnna Britton, Relate Contributing Writer It’s that time of the year again…Valentine’s Day. Most people would say it’s a commercial holiday, a way for Hallmark to make a fast million. I see it that way too, to a point. I do see the importance in Valentine’s Day, but I believe you should tell [...]
“Just Say No”
Written by DeAnna Britton, Relate Contributing Writer When you’re thinking about college, you most likely focus on your potential major, what classes you’re going to take, college location and who you’re living with, just to name a few. One of the things no one ever warned me about was drugs. I choose to tell my [...]
What Will you Do with Your Inspirations?
Lately, I’ve been thinking about what inspires me. What inspires me to be a writer? What inspires me to work hard even when I feel lost and far behind my dream? That answer is not simple. I guess when you’re young you think without any restrictions; you think you can do anything. The truth is, [...]
New Year, New Financial Resolutions
Written by DeAnna Britton, Relate Contributing Writer One of the things the country is struggling with is money. There seems to not be enough to go around these days. This can be a problem for students as they want to go to college and be able to afford it and for current students who want [...]
When in Doubt, Check it Out
Written by DeAnna Britton, Relate Contributing Writer One of the most important college experiences happens before you even apply to a school. The best thing you can do in order to fully develop your choices of schools is to go and visit the campus. There are several reasons for you to do this. When you’re [...]
Balancing Holidays and Finals
The holidays are filled with hustle and bustle, especially for college students. Around the holiday season is when finals are. Not only do students have to worry about finals, but they have to worry about how they are getting home, shopping for presents and how they will manage their time once they are home. Some [...]
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