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A Reflection On Asian Americans’ Political Resistance
Written by Paulina Tep When I started my freshman year at UD in Fall ‘24, I was beyond excited to join the APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) community here. Planning for college in high school, I was eager to finally escape the predominantly white community I was surrounded by. Despite UD’s PWI status, I knew that anyone of any background could find community here. So when it came time for the Involvement Fair, I ran to all of the Asian RSOs I could find. Since then, participating in these RSOs has been an amazing experience for me – the clubs are phenomenal at cultivating fun and cultural events. While…
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How the Holidays Have Changed
Written by Mark Arranguez Each year, as the Christmas season approaches, my family would set aside a weekend to bring decorations down from the attic, adorn our tree, and fill each room with red, green, and gold. Over time, however, the help behind that tradition has dwindled. Early on, my dad limited himself to only the heavy lifting due to a “lack of creative vision.” In 2018, my brother began college, and the decorating fell to my mom and me. Then, when I began college in 2022, decorating became a chore to have to squeeze into Thanksgiving Break. As my on-campus responsibilities grew, I began to wish that when I…
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The College Student’s Last-Minute Holiday Gift Guide
Written by Jodie Li Exams are over! It’s finally time to put your whole heart into the holiday season. The first half of December can be a blur after pushing your brain to the max, but the reward of finishing is amazing. Now, we’ve entered the next phase of the month: the joyful, yet hectic, world of holiday shopping. Finding presents can be tough, expensive, and so last-minute for us college students. Don’t stress, though, we aren’t here to do that! Here is my list of affordable, thoughtful gift ideas, broken down into categories to help you find the perfect thing for anyone on your list. For the Sleepy &…
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How I’m Spending Winter Break
Written by Hannah Sazon One thing about UD is that we are blessed with an especially long winter break. With classes not starting back up until February, breaks are a rare opportunity to actually breathe, reset, and make the most of the time we don’t have during the semester. Instead of letting it slip by, I am planning to make the most of this break by keeping myself busy, balancing rest, personal interests, and preparation for the spring semester. During the semester, hobbies are the first thing to go when things get hectic, so one of my priorities this break is to get back into the things I enjoy. I…
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The Glow-Up: Freshman vs. Senior Year Ins & Outs
Submitted by Jodie Li Welcome to a new, or even first, semester! I’ll be diving into my transformation from when I was a clueless freshman to a now (slightly) wiser senior. A lot of things change while in college, including priorities, fears, and even your boba order, while some things stay the same. Whether you are just starting your college journey or about to cross the finish line, here’s a quick list of some ins and outs of college life. The Ins & Outs of Freshman Year: In: Say “yes” to as many events, clubs, and outing invitations that align with your interests.Out: Feeling like you’re missing out (FOMO) if…
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My First Time in a Club
Submitted by Sophia Li First semester of senior year, how exciting! It’s a new beginning because this will be my first year in a club (AAPC). I’ve never been in a club before, mainly because I have no time and I’m busy with classes. Now that I’m in my senior year, I’m in fewer classes and have more time. It’s pretty challenging because I’m not used to this, and I’m still trying to get the hang of it. I am usually behind on things or still getting the hang of it, but with more time, I’m sure I will do better. Joining this club was a good experience to meet…
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How Cultural Identity Shapes the College Experience
Submitted by Zoe Pecson There is something very special that we all as humans inherently feel and share: a desire for community. We all strive to find and connect with people who experience and enjoy life in ways that resonate with us. Many communities we find ourselves in can be built upon shared hobbies and passions, family ties, academic or professional endeavors, or past experiences; however, we are often most deeply connected through culture. Entering college often intensifies our craving for community. Faced with a new and unfamiliar world and life experience, we seek out others to share it with, people to witness our lives. Campuses offer many ways to…
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Goals for the School Year
Submitted by Will Chen The start of a new school year is always refreshing. In many ways, it represents a chance for new beginnings. Personally, I look forward to the fall because it means reuniting with friends on campus. These past 3 years have been amazing at the University of Delaware, and I hope to make this last year the best one yet. Living a life with regrets is one of my biggest fears, so I plan to make the most of the time I have left. With that in mind, here are the goals I wish to accomplish before I graduate. Goal 1: Secure a Full-Time Job As a…
