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Commentary: Social media activism needs to be more than performative

In light of the disgusting hate and violence targeted at the Asian community, many online platforms have been taking action to diminish hate speech and threats toward Asians.

Chorale closes the year on a hopeful note

The University Chorale and Chamber Singers held their annual concert “Community Through Music” on Friday virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic, immediately followed by a reception on Zoom.

Building positivity in the face of pandemic fears

It’s easy for the global COVID-19 pandemic to instill a negative and gloomy outlook, but some people have started embracing this as a time for unity and building prosperity rather than contributing to the spread of fear and paranoia. 

Commentary: YouTube needs to end sexualization of children

Last month, YouTube user Matt Watson, @MattsWhatItIs, posted a video titled, “YouTube is Facilitating the Sexual Exploitation of Children, and it’s Being Monetized (2019),” in which he delved into a hidden ring of pedophilia being facilitated through the YouTube comments section.

Counting by fives

Mathematics instructor Frank Ives’ YouTube channel, MathbyFives, has recently hit 55,000 subscribers with more than 8 million channel views.

Kimonos blossom into spring trend

April showers bring May flowers and denim on denim. The warmth of the new spring season is permitting some new spring trends to blossom.  Stores like Nordstrom have seen denim and floral prints fly off the shelves this season. 

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