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  • Technological distractions!

    We live in a complex world. Nothing is simple anymore! I remember seeing a note once that said, “Life was much easier when Apple and Blackberry were just fruits!” And I agree. We are so caught up in this “web” of technology that it has become hard to connect with people anymore, and asking for… Read more

  • Karaoke

    Do you like singing Karaoke, or do you have a friend who loves Karaoke? People ask me if I like to sing Karaoke, and I always answered that while I liked singing it in Japan, I don’t really like it here in the United States. Here is why. Until 20 years ago, Karaoke in Japan was the… Read more

  • Bike to PSU!

    Clint Culpepper, Bike Hub supervisor, took a few minutes out his busy day to tell me about the upcoming Bike to PSU Challenge. What is the Bike to PSU Challenge all about? Clint: The Bike to PSU Challenge is our annual push to get more students and staff of the university to try bike commuting.… Read more

  • Join the crowd

    Hi, I’m Atziri and I’m addicted to Pinterest. We all know that Pinterest has grown bigger than Kanye West’s ego, but what is this site about? Well, it’s a website that allows users to create and manage thematic boards filled with random things they like. I acknowledge the fact that Pinterest has gotten a rep… Read more