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Lauren Douda, Opinion Editor

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Technology and social media can make an impact on our ability to talk with others

Douda: The internet’s impact on socialization

Lauren Douda, Opinion Editor November 14, 2024

In our formative years — when we first started to experience independence — whether in high school or the beginning of college, our ability to socialize was stunted by COVID-19 and the quarantine. Because...

Students can use reusable bags to reduce the dangers of single-use plastic waste.

Douda: Living green and making a difference

Lauren Douda, Contributor October 24, 2024

In a world where climate change is larger than ever, people always think that change can only be made in overarching, grand gestures. While it is true that these large-scale actions are crucial, the important...

Though perfection may seem like the ideal in an academic setting, it can often lead to increased anxiety and burnout.

Douda: Facing realities of academic pressure and perfectionism

Lauren Douda, Contributor October 23, 2024

In the age of media, from seeing friends posting or talking about their scores on a recent exam to seeing an influencer post their life on social media, the mentality of perfectionism is something that...

Coffee shops, like All In in downtown Clemson, are popular places for students to study while getting their caffeine fix.

Douda: Caffeine dependency is becoming a serious problem

Lauren Douda, Contributor September 19, 2024

Caffeine has become one of college students’ favorite addictions, and while it has many benefits, if students don’t reassess their consumption, it can be a problem. Statistically, most college students...

Students using AI in a helpful way can enhance their student learning experience.

Douda: How AI can be a helpful addition to the classroom

Lauren Douda, Contributor September 5, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become extremely prevalent in daily life, and while it can be dangerous, AI can be used in a helpful setting for college students. Grammarly Many students use AI daily...

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