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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
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Unearthing a monolith, a man and our own meaning

To me, the monolith serves as a gentle reminder that what we leave behind on Earth matters and will continue to matter long after we are gone.
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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
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The wackiest national holidays to look out for in 2021

We hope that things will improve in 2021, but even if this is not the case, we encourage you to find joy in these obscure national holidays.
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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
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Strange things you might find in pre-COVID-19 movies and TV shows

Spending an eternity social distancing can make previously normal things seem strange, and it’s easiest to see that when watching a movie or a TV show.
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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
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Take a break: 4 short restivities for a long day of study

As you push through this semester, take a break! Even just 10 minutes every hour can be helpful in maintaining momentum and reducing some stress you may be feeling.
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Monday, December 7, 2020
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Fall final(s) countdown: Everything you need to do before finals week

Final exams are approaching fast, yet there’s still a lot to do before those tests. Follow this countdown of things to do, and you should be in the clear.
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Monday, December 7, 2020
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Why you should start celebrating Christmas 2023 now

The early celebration of Christmas is not just about celebrating more; it’s about transcending time itself. Get in the spirit for Christmas 2023!
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College Life

Monday, December 7, 2020
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A power ranking of fake holidays you can use to explain missing assignments

Although academic integrity is an extremely important value, here’s our power ranking of fake holidays if you ever need to explain missing homework assignments to your professors.
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College Life

Monday, December 7, 2020
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Creative Zoom icebreakers for your next club meeting

Tired of all the boring Zoom games and icebreakers you’re forced to sit through during club meetings or classes? Here are a few tried and tested Zoom games and icebreaker ideas to make your next club meeting a success.
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College Life

Sunday, December 6, 2020
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Why it’s OK to decorate your house early for the holidays

Decorations can uplift your spirit and the spirit of those around you. After such a dark year, we might all need a little bit of light. 
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College Life

Sunday, December 6, 2020
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What to expect when applying to graduate programs

Having just completed my applications for graduate programs, here are a few things that took me by surprise and that you should be prepared for depending on the program you’re looking into.
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