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

Tayshawn Johnson | Writer Photo Credit: Mohamed_hassan (pixabay) Ever since 2022, Generative Artificial Intelligence, also known as Gen AI, has become nearly unavoidable in our daily lives, and it is agonizing. Seeing soulless media stolen from real creatives churned out by a Gen-AI model, along with watching people around you lose critical thinking skills as they become more reliant on Gen AI, can become very depressing. So, I wanted to give you some ways to keep AI out of

Analesa Continenza | Writer   Some days, it feels like I’m living three lives at once — full-time student, double employee and dream chaser. I’m taking six classes this semester while working two jobs, and time management has become my survival tool.  It hasn’t been easy. There are nights when I finish homework at midnight and mornings when I’m out the  door before sunrise. There are days when I feel like I’m running purely on caffeine and determination. But I’ve learned that

Camden Hutson | Writer StockSnap - Pixabay Communicating how you feel to someone might seem simple enough, until you're actually faced with doing it. Many of us worry that being too honest about our emotions will make us seem too sensitive, too dramatic, or "too much" in general. Instead of communicating how we feel about a situation, most of us simply end up staying quiet, hoping the feelings will fade on their own. But most of the time, those feelings build up until it beco

Trisha Bloszinsky | Writer   Credit- Pheladiii (on pixabay) The more time I spend on the internet, the more I seem to regret it. I can’t scroll on Instagram or TikTok without coming across pointless AI-generated videos, no matter the subject of the content. I try to watch a YouTube video and the first ad I see is for Google Gemini; I perform a Google search and see a sponsored result for ChatGPT, even if my search is not remotely related to anything AI.  Not only do I see AI

Jeniyah Benitez | Writer Photo credit - " qimono " on pixabay The fall season is in full swing! I’m already in my second year at LCCC, getting closer and closer to what comes next. I am planning to start at Temple University as a transfer student in fall of 2026. It's crazy to think that in less than a year from now, I will be in an entirely different chapter of my life. Focusing on that fact has carried me through the never-ending assignments, not to mention the exams. Remin

Pixabay - markusspiske Brooklyn Besz | Writer The gym can be a scary place for people who are new or fear judgement. But here's the truth: the only person who matters is you. I have been attending the gym for about two years now, and at first, I was too scared to even get off the treadmill. Let me share how you can start your journey.  Always bring a water bottle or energy drink if you’d like an extra caffeinated boost. I always carry a bag around with me, but if you would ra