The pandemic and on-going racial injustice have highlighted the need for POC students to receive mental health services specific to the struggles they are facing. Art by Andrea Espinoza. By Andrea Espinoza, Staff Reporter 2020 was a difficult year that brought on a series of traumatic events that have weighed heavily on the Black community and […]
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What it means to be a part of the Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian community
The writers celebrate the diversity of the community as AAPINH heritage month approaches. Photo by Jasmine Nguyen. By Chaz Kawamura, Staff Reporter, Jasmine Nguyen, Story Editor, Daniel Tom, Story Writer With Asian American, Pacific Islander, and Native Hawaiian heritage month being celebrated throughout the month of May, some of the editors and staff at the […]
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Why I must earn a college degree as a parent of a young child
Melanie Gerner returned to school 16 years after dropping out of community college because she wanted to provide a better life for her daughter and today is pursuing a Master’s Degree. Photo courtesy of Melanie Gerner. By Melanie Gerner, Contributing Reporter Editor’s Note: Republished from EdSource.org After dropping out of high school and community college […]
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Trials and Tribulations: A Mother, A Student, A Employee
After studying for my bachelor’s degree for the last 10 years, I won’t be walking to the stage to accept that diploma by myself; my child will be with me every step of the way. Photo by Desiree Lee. By Desiree Lee, Staff Reporter Palms sweating, heavy breathing and endless nights that drift off into […]
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My Motherless Mother’s Day
While Mother’s Day can be a happy day for some, for others it can be anything but celebratory – bringing up painful memories and feelings of loss. Illustration by Darlene Maes. By Darlene Maes, Managing Editor Editor’s Note: Trigger warning – The context of this story contains references to substance abuse and self-harm. You can’t do […]