The pros and cons of breaking up
When we considered doing long distance, I was reluctant. I didn’t want us to waste each other’s time in pursuit of an empty “maybe.”
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Portuguese daydreams
Work in Progress
I was sitting in Portuguese 103 one dreary winter day last semester when it occurred to me — and this thought was not in English, but in the Portuguese-Spanish cocktail pseudo-dialect known as “Portunhol” — that I was, in that moment, a visitor to the Portuguese language.
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Yo-Yo Ma takes Bach suites to Hearst Greek Theatre with virtuosic performance
When Yo-Yo Ma enters a venue, the reaction is immediate. The 62-year-old cellist is synonymous with classical music itself, and even after decades of recording is still at the forefront of his craft.
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Creating social change through mathematics
In recent years, the demand for good teachers has outpaced the supply of new teachers. Nevertheless, I have decided to double major in mathematics and Spanish while also completing a minor in math and science education.
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The anatomy of a name
Mixed Feelings
And while my dad couldn’t control the balance of my facial features, he did give me the one concrete thing he could — his mother’s name, Hafsa, and his family name, Tatah. He gave them to me so I was always aware of the family I was a part of and had something to show for it.
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Learning, but in Spanish
Off the Beat
Sra. Lyons’ contradictory energy, both welcoming and ready to kick my ass, left me awestruck as I scratched lessons on the subjunctive tense into my notes.
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It’s all relative: Nobody except us knows what a 1st cousin once removed is
Historically, nobody has cared about those rules unless in relation to heirs closer to the throne.
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Dry charm goes stale in ‘The Trip to Spain’
Much like the classic time-traveling series, “The Trip” films have lessened in quality with each sequel.
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All about burritos
Regardless of their origin or filling, burritos are the perfect drunchie, munchie, sunset food and/or full on meal. Never forget your salsa!
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‘Despacito (remix)’ adds Justin Bieber, cultural appropriation to mix
Something about Bieber’s “Despacito” calls us to remove ourselves from the song’s catchiness and ponder a more serious qualm.
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