Hey, Germs! I don’t know about you, but come summertime, all I want to do is read. Being on break from school means finally having …
Shop Local: MADE IN USA
How often do you look at the tag or stamp on a product when you make a purchase? Each time you buy something in a …
GERM Girl of the Month: Mariah Moore
Name: Mariah Moore Grade: Junior in College. Double Major in Criminal Justice and Psychology. There are no dreams out of reach for martial artist, …
Finding Creative Joy, from the Midwest to Pussy Riot, with Barbara Hammond
Barbara Hammond is a New York playwright, filmmaker and songwriter. She is a New Dramatists resident playwright (Class of 2018) and is currently under commission …
In Search of Joy
Hey, you with the broken smile, the half-hearted laugh, the one with the question “Why me? Why now of all times?” — and those of you …
The WAKE UP Call! Father’s Day Message from Rob Atchison
Mr. Rob Atchison deals in the real. His spoken word poetry is raw and powerful. In honor of Father’s Day, GERM features two of …
The Wonderful Miss Wawa
Camden, New Jersey, is one of those cities heard about so frequently on the news. Once a thriving industrial hub, it has since plummeted …
Community Service Spotlight: The Joy of Sight
Why not make this summer memorable for you, and bring joy to someone else’s life? Here is how Tim Pietz is making his mark: “As …
Brighten Your Day
You know how a few words of encouragement can completely brighten your day? Do you ever feel like you are always the one encouraging …