Lifestyles
TikTok became a major factor in determining popular culture trends in 2020
I’m addicted to TikTok, which is something that many other college students and people of all ages can relate to. The app was born out of the remnants of the former popular...
Lifestyles
Holiday shopping guide for the college student in your life
The holidays are approaching and chances are you have at least one person you want to buy a gift for. Whether that person is a sibling, cousin, friend or significant other, you...
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De-stress events to attend during finals week
The time leading up to finals week can be jarring: the late nights, the studying, the shaky hands after consuming immense amounts of caffeine and worst of all, the stress. Finals season...
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Tips for getting through the last weeks of the semester at home
With Thanksgiving coming to an end and online classes starting up again as finals approach, it’s time to switch gears from relaxation to study mode. Being home can create the illusion that...
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"Let's Talk" aims to provide mental health care to historically disenfranchised communities
According to the American Psychiatric Association (APA), lack of accessibility to mental health care services is prominent within minority communities. The University Counseling Center (UCC), Multicultural Resource Center (MRC) and Q Center...
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A guide to recycling made easy
It’s easy to not think about where our waste goes, seeing as we’re completely removed from the process. Our trash and recycling are conveniently disposed of with our efficient curbside pick-up and...
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Tips on coping with Election Day anxiety
As Election Day rapidly approaches, tensions are undeniably high and intense for everyone, regardless of where you stand on the political spectrum. In the midst of a global pandemic, increasing climate catastrophes,...
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‘Among Us’ takes gamers, politicians by storm
Among Us, released in 2018, was developed by gaming company InnerSloth, which is also responsible for the popular Henry Stickmin Collection. In just a few short months, Among Us has gone from...
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A list of things to do for your Halloween celebration
So you’ve found yourself in “pumpkin spice Binghamton.” It’s one of the best times of the year. Or maybe you’re at home, dreaming about the picturesque Nature Preserve and elevated surfaces. No...
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National Cannabis Speaker Series showcases alternative careers in the cannabis industry
As more states legalize marijuana, the cannabis industry has started to boom across the country. Students interested in a wide variety of fields, including law, business development, engineering, product development, marketing and...
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Ranking the best apple orchards in the greater Binghamton area
While the pandemic has limited opportunities for students to go out and socialize, a great way to spend time with friends is through apple-picking. Exploring different orchards makes it easy to maintain...