The Mystery of the Unsettling
In their own strange way, horror movies prepare a person for the challenges of real life. Continue reading The Mystery of the Unsettling
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Longing for the Guaranteed Good Old Days
To long for the Good Old Days is hardly unique–so what is the draw? Was Angry Birds really that good? Continue reading Longing for the Guaranteed Good Old Days
College Spam Mail: A Constant Struggle
Colleges are notorious for sending mail to drum up applications. These administrations claim to recognize your striking uniqueness and value in society. But how well do they really know you? Continue reading College Spam Mail: A Constant Struggle
Swim Meets at the Pierre Pool: Tales From a Survivor
Swimming is hard, but the Pierre meet is worse. Junior Ali Kirsch recounts her story of pain, struggle, and disgusting locker rooms. Continue reading Swim Meets at the Pierre Pool: Tales From a Survivor
Finding the Fun in Video Games
Life is short, and finding hobbies that make time worthwhile is a constant struggle for average individual. Video games pose a valid answer for some people. Continue reading Finding the Fun in Video Games
Coffee and Unpleasant Customers: The Daily Struggles of Café Workers
Many of us have to deal with angry or unhappy customers as part of our roles, and it’s never easy. Continue reading Coffee and Unpleasant Customers: The Daily Struggles of Café Workers
The Battle Between Instagram and Your Mental Health
Recent neuroscience studies have discovered the adverse effects different social medias have on mental health- and Instagram may just be your worst enemy. Continue reading The Battle Between Instagram and Your Mental Health
Tourism and the Craft of Dealing with Unruly Children
Working in the tourism industry has it’s ups and downs, but great coworkers make it all tolerable. Continue reading Tourism and the Craft of Dealing with Unruly Children
Free Will: Who is Really in Control of Your Mind?
Do you control your brain? Or does your brain control you? Certain neurological studies have discovered the peculiar relationship between your brain and the actions you take. Continue reading Free Will: Who is Really in Control of Your Mind?
Black Coffee Is Bitter, Like the People Who Drink It
Black Coffee Superiority Complex is a plague upon American culture; a bit of sweetener helps. Continue reading Black Coffee Is Bitter, Like the People Who Drink It
Comic: We’re Fostering Unity
A comic by Connor Clausen Continue reading Comic: We’re Fostering Unity
Music’s Many Benefits
Music is particularly loved by teenagers and is particularly beneficial to everyone. Continue reading Music’s Many Benefits
Mental Illness Is Not a Joke
Lighthearted jokes about mental illnesses add up to problems for those who are truly suffering. Continue reading Mental Illness Is Not a Joke
Studying the Past Remains Crucial to the Present
The popularity of STEM courses has not diminished the importance of studying history. Continue reading Studying the Past Remains Crucial to the Present
South Dakota Needs to Get Its Weather Together
October may mean fall colors, but in South Dakota October could mean anything. Anything. Continue reading South Dakota Needs to Get Its Weather Together
Covid-19 Stole My Senior Year, But It Was Worth It
The shut down of schools has made it impossible for many seniors to get closure from there final semester. But with the deadly nature of Covid-19, how should 2020’s graduating class feel about the ordeal? Continue reading Covid-19 Stole My Senior Year, But It Was Worth It
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