Locked out by a shutdown: Government freeze disproportionately affects students at Maryville College from other countries
When a government shuts down, the images that usually come to mind are closed national parks, furloughed federal workers, and…
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Insight into a Student’s Academic Future
A student sought my insight into their academic life, so of course, I obliged. They wanted a past/present/future layout on…
Civic Scoop: what fits the bill?
This is the Civic Scoop: quick takes, sharp insights, civic clarity. Bills: Common political legislation that permeates news at a…
The Civic Scoop: Cornell on the ongoing Tennessee governor’s race
This is the Civic Scoop: quick takes, sharp insights, civic clarity.The role of governor is currently being contested by U.S.…
Tarot Readings for New School Year Worries
Blessings, friends, and read carefully, for what I am about to tell you is not to be ignored. My name…
Highland Eco: Mason Bees Emerge on Campus
A couple of weeks ago, when it was too cold for most bee species to work, mason bees started to…
Highland Eco: How to start an initiative
In my junior year of high school, I developed a Girl Scout Gold Award project called “Build for Bees” dedicated…
Highland Eco: Yard-Saling Tips
“How much are you asking for this?” I say, motioning to whatever treasure I’d spotted. “How ‘bout two bucks?” they…
Highland Eco: Let’s pause to celebrate
This past week, I was inducted into the Spanish Honor Society in a Zoom breakout room. I unmuted to recite…