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Megan Gizinski | Editor Photo Credit: Leeloo The First- Pexels As I gear up for my next and final semester of college, I cannot help but let out a quiet laugh as I start planning my agenda for Film Club as its president.  The first time I “attended”’ Film Club, I sat as far away from everyone as possible. Meeting after meeting, I showed up anxious, said nothing, and moved from one chair to another, slowly inching my way closer to human beings. My foolproof plan of someone inv

Trisha Bloszinsky | Editor Photo Credit: Martin Sanchez - Unsplash As a communications student, the thought of writing a blog on this particular topic is providing me with some cognitive dissonance, knowing what my future job could hold for me and social media. At the same time, I’m hoping relieving myself of social media now may provide some cushioning when the time comes that I utilize it in a career setting.  Over winter break, I subconsciously began submersing myself more

Eddie Zobel | Writer Photo Credit: Gülfer ERGİN - Unsplash When I was in elementary school, I loved to read books. I remember reading the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, Magic Tree House series, and when I got a little bit older, the Harry Potter series.  As I started to get into late middle and high school though, it seemed that my love for reading had dissipated. When I read, it was either mandatory for a class or a small article; it would never be a full-length book.  After I

Valentina Yucra | Writer  First-gen student graduating from Louise E. Dieruff High School as valedictorian. Being the first in your family to go to college sounds like a miracle until you see what it took to get there. People come up to you mentioning how proud your family must be, but they don’t see the pressure that comes with being first.  You’re figuring out the application process, Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), your major, all on your own. You’re the

Shi Weinhold | Writer Photo Credit - NoPixelZone (Pixabay) Before my time at LCCC, I had been enrolled at Bloomsburg University as a psychology major. Growing up, I have always wanted to learn about people and the way they think. While at Bloomsburg, I was able to take many classes that expanded my knowledge about the human mind. I wanted to go into forensic psychology, but I wasn’t completely sure if that was my dream job. In one of my classes, I signed up for a trip to get

Maalik Naiem | Writer Photo Credit: Karola G - Pexels Between long lectures, study sessions, and busy schedules, finding a healthy snack on campus isn’t always easy. It’s tempting to grab chips or candy between classes, but nuts offer a smarter, more satisfying option that helps keep your energy steady throughout the day. Nuts are packed with protein, fiber and healthy fats that help you stay full and focused. They’re portable, convenient, and don’t require refrigeration, mak