It is that time of the year again where everyone is looking for the perfect Halloween costume, so I thought I would talk about cultural appropriation vs. appreciation so that you don’t have to make the mistake of making fun of someone’s culture. While it may be just a fad for some, to others it is a part of who… Read more →
New(s) this week: Feminists and the Environment Take the Biggest Hits
Judge Brett M. Kavanaugh was sworn in as Supreme Court justice on Saturday, after an investigation was done for being accused of sexually assaulting Christine Blasey Ford. The Supreme Court now has a conservative majority, something that hasn’t happened since 1934. Many shared their thoughts on social media, including Ellen DeGeneres and Jim Carrey who tweeted their support for Dr.… Read more →
Moms, Please Stop Defending Your Sons’ Trash Actions
This week’s post I was going to talk about ‘stanning’ problematic artist, but I felt the responsibility to talk about something more prevalent to what’s happening or what happened in our government recently. Specifically who got appointed to be part of the Supreme Court. We know him, we despise him, Brett Kavanaugh. As if the news of him… Read more →
It’s not a Forever Thing
Abuse, violence, and humiliation should never be confused with love. Sometimes that’s how people express their love, but that’s a different topic. October is Domestic Violence Awareness month and if you’ve been waiting for the right time to speak up, there isn’t a better time. Originally a 24 hour thing, according to the Domestic Violence Awareness Project, DVAM started… Read more →
Think Pink
October to many people brings thoughts of fall, that cozy sweater you’ve been thinking about all summer, and halloween activities. People often associate fall, especially October, with autumn colors such as orange and reds. This October is meant to think pink. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. October is meant to capitalize on informing people of the signs, symptoms,… Read more →
Conceal Don’t Feel, Don’t Let It Show
This past week has been extremely tough for me personally. My dog, Thunder, who was only 3 passed away extremely unexpectedly. I have been an actual mess, and crying like every 10 minutes. However, for some reason I feel the need to hide it. Why is it not okay to cry? Why is it something we feel the need to… Read more →
How Raising Cattle Affects Our Environment
There is only one way for grass-fed cattle to be a stable, sustainable practice. Do you know what that is? To decrease consumer demand of beef. Obviously, this is not an easy task. Beef consumption overall has decreased in recent years, but the production of grass-fed beef has boomed. So what are our options for a… Read more →
The Extinction of US Ethics
Brett Kavanaugh is now a Supreme Court Justice. We listened as a nation to 4 hours of testimony where his emotional state countered the impartialness that is imperative when concerning the most powerful judges in the nation. We watched Dr. Christine Blasey Ford come forth and recount her truth that became an international debate, all the while knowing… Read more →
Get Sustainable On Campus – Chico State’s Zero Waste Week!
The first week of October held Chico State Associated Students’ Zero Waste Challenge. Students could not only learn about the small ways to become more sustainable on campus and in the community, but also engage in fun recreational activities that promote healthy lifestyles for both people and the planet. This challenge stems from Chico State’s constant efforts to be a… Read more →
The Miracle in the Desert: California’s Biggest Mistake (PODCAST)
Not many people know the story of the largest body of water in California. Here is my 7 minute podcast on “The Miracle in the Desert.” Read more →