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Singin’ in the Rain
I’m sitting in the lobby of the Rec Center watching the rain pour down with a vengeance. People are running through the Urban Plaza in a futile attempt to stay dry. I sigh and go back to studying. It’s only 4 o’clock and already so dark. I squint to make out the words on the… Read more
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Fashion in Portlandia
Having moved here from Southern California, I immediately noticed a difference in fashion. SoCal is all about boho-chic, with braided headbands, shorts, flowy tops and sandals. This fashion trend spans nearly year-round there, while we only see peeks of it here in Portland during the summer. When I first moved to Gresham, I was surprised… Read more
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Getting Involved on Campus!
From my experiences here at PSU and at other schools, I have noticed that many students lack the desire and the will of getting involved, especially with student clubs and activities. I am aware that some students have more free time than others, and some take more classes than others, but to never get involved… Read more
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Dating Around the World
Valentine’s Day is another example of cultural differences between America and Korea. In America, people show their love by giving presents or cards. In Korea, Valentine’s Day is considered a day that women express their love or friendship by presenting chocolates. For example, I bought chocolates for my father, brother, boyfriend, and friends and I… Read more
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Are you Angry about the FAFSA?
You know what really makes me mad? The fact that I have to put down my parents’ income every year on my FAFSA. As a student who works up to four jobs at a time to pay for school and does not receive help for paying my school costs, this seems incredibly unfair. I know… Read more