By Jernice KelleyWeb Content Contributor Dear mom, I do not know how many times I can say it because it will never be enough, but THANK YOU. Thank you for giving me unconditional love, always supporting me and being someone I can go to for anything. A mother is your first and forever friend, and I am glad to have you as mine. Your love for my brothers and me […]
By Jernice Kelley Web Content Contributor As a senior in college, you either suffer from senioritis or spend most of your time looking for jobs and internships. For me, I fall into the job-hunting category. I have lost count of how many jobs and internships I have applied to. Unfortunately, COVID-19 has significantly impacted the livelihood of many people. With the economy slowly reopening, many adults have found themselves in […]
by Jernice Kelley Web Content Contributor If you are anything like me, you probably would rather curl up in bed and watch TV rather than doing work. Watching a good show or movie always puts me in a good mood and is one of my favorite ways to relax. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, I have had more time than ever to start watching new things. Here is […]
By Jernice KelleyWeb Content Contributor Social behavior shapes many of our everyday activities. Communication affects how we think of others and ourselves. Relationships shape our values, morals and persuade us on a fundamental level. Religion is one of those social aspects that greatly affect how we live. Throughout history, we have experienced several new religious movements that have garnered large communities with social influence. A new religious movement (NRM) is […]
By Jernice KelleyWeb Content Contributor Ancient Greek mythology is the gift that keeps on giving. These stories explore both the natural and supernatural aspects of the world: The life of gods, heroes and mythological creatures. Of the 12 deities (gods or goddesses), one interests me the most, Dionysus and his followers. Dionysus is known as the Greek god of wine and the grape harvest. However, Dionysus is credited as the […]
by Jernice KelleyWeb Content Contributor Since the beginning of U.S. history, the tech industry has struggled to reflect the diversity of the country. Major tech companies such as Google, Amazon, and Facebook have put out diversity reports every year since 2014, reporting consistently low single-digit percentages. Despite the odds, there are still many influential black figures who have made a name for themselves in tech. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wp6RmlBh-qA&ab_channel=OutspokenAgency Outspoken Agency's YouTube video […]
By Jernice KelleyWeb Content Contributor Have you ever been in an argument and someone is proven wrong yet they cannot face the facts? Often, they double down on their original point of view. It’s one of the most incredibly frustrating things to endure, yet it happens every day. When people are confronted with facts that contradict their view, something known as the "backfire effect" occurs. Essentially, “fact-checking” someone can cause […]
By Jernice KelleyWeb Content Contributor Spending time alone can lead to intrusive thoughts. They are not all bad, but simply a result of the human condition. When we are alone, it is one of the few times where we are able to introspect. With the ongoing pandemic, people have taken up different mechanisms to deal with this moment in time. I started a journey that allowed me to take my […]
By Jernice KelleyWeb Content Contributor It seems like every other day someone is meeting the love of their life - at least the lucky ones are. Finding a life partner or soulmate isn’t easy for everyone, let alone keeping our intimate connections intact. For some, it comes naturally, but it’s still not easy. So, how do we go about finding a partner? Do we have to constantly rotate dating apps […]
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