Category Archives: College Life

Street Harassment: It’s Not a Compliment

Posted on August 26, 2012 by

Copyright 2012.  All rights reserved. It always bothers me when men say things like “If women on the street said that I looked nice, it’d make my day!” right after I’ve complained about something a stranger said to me.  Some … Continue reading →

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How to Get Your Kids Ready for College

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

As an English composition tutor working at a community college, I read over about 30 assignments a week and talk in-depth with every one of my students about what they’re struggling with. This gives me a unique insight into why … Continue reading →

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Lent, Luther, and a Whole Lot of Confusion

Posted on February 22, 2012 by

I was a freshman in college.  And, in order to attempt making small talk, I’d just asked a Protestant student from one of my English classes—whose favorite topic was talking about his church—if he was doing anything for Ash Wednesday.  … Continue reading →

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Be a Sexy Racist for Halloween

Posted on October 23, 2011 by

I don’t know why the classic ghosts, witches, and ghouls seem to have taken a backseat to Spongebob and the Playboy bunny, but as I dug through racks of Halloween gear I found myself the most puzzled and horrified by … Continue reading →

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Hungry in Hungary

Posted on July 24, 2011 by

“Oh, you’re just kidding! I don’t believe it.” My roommate said peering over her glasses in classic librarian fashion as she dangled her feet off the top bunk.  “There can’t be homeless people in America, Kelsey.  How is that even … Continue reading →

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