MakDarrow Government action Passed in 1966, the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) was the first federal law in the United States that regulates the treatment of animals in research, exhibition, transport and by dealers. However, the law still fails to cover over 99% of animals tested upon today, despite being amended 8 times in the past… Read More A cruel world: The truth behind animal testing and being cruelty-free
NayahMbilian The rap industry has been around since the 1970s and has been predominantly dominated by men throughout its history. Rap is defined as storytelling while pairing a rhythmic beat to lyrics. “I can relate to female rappers because they talk about issues women face everyday,” freshman Chigozie Okafor said. “I love listening to Megan… Read More Female rappers inspire new generation of music
Staff Editorial As international news stories surrounded America’s disputes with Iran in mid-January, American teenagers were presented with the possibility of war for the very first time. However, from the lens of social media, teens held an extreme insensitivity towards the situation. Jokes about women getting drafted went viral on Twitter. The odd part was… Read More Don’t be insensitive at possibility of war
Opinion by ArianaGanson Everyone has a different outlook on someone, whether it’s a reflection of their present or past self. People tend to use their own emotions and outlooks to stereotype someone, and place them in their life where they seem to fit. This idea relates back to the term “Manic Pixie Dream Girl,” which… Read More A girl of their dreams, but not in reality
Marian girls exemplify Coco Chanel’s statement, “Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself,” but sometimes forget it amidst the stress of second semester. Determined to remind the community, we approached 11 beautiful people and asked to take a few pictures of them. Some people were hesitant to be photographed after realizing they “had… Read More February Photo Essay: “Beautiful”
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