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A Leap into the Future
One day you’re just this little kid who wants nothing more than to play with their toys; the next day you wake up and you’re …
In Honor of Paris: Dear Naima
The following letter is fictional — written by Elena from Greece to express her thoughts surrounding the recent tragedies that have occurred around the world. …
Classic Hollywood Inspires Us During the Season of Giving
December is fondly recognized as the month of giving, and a little throwback to the 1950s and 1960s is sure to inspire you to give …
The Importance of the Millennial Vote
Welcome back, Germ readers! I am extremely excited to present to you a subject that is near to my heart, and that is the importance …
“What Will You Do with that Major?” Part 3
This is the third article in a three-part series about liberal arts, fine arts, humanities, and social science graduates. To read part one, click here. To …
Wanderlust
“The world is big and I want to have a good look at it before it gets dark.” – John Muir When I was 12 …
Hidden in Plain Sight: Domestic Human Trafficking
In my previous article, I discussed an overview of human trafficking throughout the world and its prevalence in even developed nations like the United States. …
“She’s a Ho!” The New Version of “Mean Girl” and Why It Should Stop
We live in a world of girl-shaming. In the words of the wonderful Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, we tell girls to shrink themselves, and we tell …