“The difference between my Yiayia and I is that I grew up in the fast-paced culture of New York in an American society where productivity determines worth, and she grew up starving under inhumane circumstances during World War II, coming to America and working hard for everything she had. For her, coffee was her break, a time to recharge and refuel in order to persevere through the difficult circumstances she had been dealt.”
“We are stuck in a bubble that encourages us to be materialistic people, starting with the advertisements, coupons, and sale events that constantly surround us. Though it is not an easy suggestion, it might be interesting to see how we felt if we operated more like the Spanish do on a daily basis.”
“Rather than seeing fear as a weakness or a burden, what if we began to view it as a springboard for opportunity? What if, instead of allowing it to slow us down, we began to interpret it as our body’s natural way of preparing for greatness?”
In this Monday’s edition of ‘Voices from the Dustbowl,’ we asked students how many hours they think they’re going to procrastinate during finals. Featured Image by Margaux Eckert
“We are deeply disappointed that your administration has asked Trump NLRB appointees to reverse the very rights of graduate student workers to unionize.”
“Those professors who teach solely in Honors should without a doubt be guaranteed positions within the 4-year Perspectives Program.”
“I hope that students at Boston College find encouragement and inspiration from our diverse Jesuit community.”
The Heights editors share what they’re thankful for during this holiday season.
“Over the course of the past year, these thumbs have had their ups and downs, but today, it all comes to an end.”
“That’s why I’m baffled when people stay up all night studying for exams. I would much rather spend fewer hours studying, and get a good night’s sleep. We would probably get the same grade anyway.”
