Writer: Gain Lim
Opinion: Situationships are the exception to Gen Z’s emotional awareness
We insist on emotional intelligence in friendships, classrooms and workplaces. It's worth asking why romantic relationships are the exception. Read More »
Opinion: Short-form content erodes focus. Consume media mindfully.
Choosing media that requires attention is an act of resistance against a system built to keep users disengaged from their own thinking. Read More »
Opinion: 140 inches of projected Syracuse snow shows climate change severity
We can't keep treating brutal winters as just another Syracuse quirk. They're warnings, and we can't afford to ignore them any longer. Read More »
Personal Essay: Prioritize healthy reactions, not frustration with others
If I make the conscious effort to consider the possibility that everyone around me also has immediate and real needs, I change a frustrating situation into one that’s meaningful and sacred – one that’s built on fellowship and community. Read More »
Personal Essay: Don’t distort, glorify your memories for comfort of nostalgia
At some point, it hurts the person I am now. New experiences may seem daunting, but growth isn't possible without uncertainty. Clinging to what's already over has prevented me from seeking new experiences, lessons, people and even hardships. These things are formative to the person I could become during my time at Syracuse University. Instead of dwelling in what could've been, it's more valuable to focus on what's to come. Read More »