I worked in restaurants for years, and I can tell you one thing for sure: Food allergies are a growing epidemic. It was amazing how many people came in wanting…
Capstones: not as bad as they seem
When I first arrived at Portland State, I was a bit taken aback by the University Studies requirements. As a transfer student, I wasn’t required to subject myself to the…
I don’t like movies
I don’t like movies. That simple fact seems to shock my friends and colleagues to no end, but it’s true: I’m just not a very big fan of movies. That’s…
Being American is nothing to be ashamed of
Like most undergraduates, a large portion of my time spent here at Portland State has been focused on the development of self: who I am, who I want to be,…
Impress your friends, join clubs and gain knowledge
Are you an eager science enthusiast struggling to find your bearings? Are you feeling overwhelmed with indecision as you gradually fall into the daily milieu of fall term? Here’s a…
Five edible essentials you shouldn’t live without
As a student with mounting debt and a ridiculously busy schedule, it may seem impossible to find the time and money to buy and prepare food you know is good…
#DisarmPSU
The Pope everyone (still) misunderstands
This September, Pope Francis made history by being the first pontiff to address a session of Congress, as well as being the fourth pope to address the United Nations. Pope…
Violence comes home
My typing is a little slow today. My hands, my arms—they’re heavy, like a great weight is pressing down on them, slowing their productivity. I’m having trouble seeing the screen…
Paying students to play sports: A bad idea for everyone
Let’s say, for the sake of this column, that you, dear reader, are a currently enrolled college student. If that’s the case, you’re likely strapped for cash and struggling on…
Outrage over fat shaming video seems justified
As I’m sure many of you have seen, or at least heard through the grape vine, recently a video that called out fat shaming went viral. This video caused quite…