Confessions (and opinions) of a Former Enemy-Combatant (and POW) in the “War on Drugs”
byOn April 1, 2024, Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed into law a bill re-criminalizing drug possession, making it a misdemeanor to possess small amounts…
Opinion
Poetic Synesthesia
Cadence Video Poetry Festival is Coming to Portland
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I’ve attended countless poetry and film festivals over the years, but this was my first experience at a video poetry festival. The moment I…
Bamboo Sushi: A Sustainable Sushi Restaurant
A Restaurant Review
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Growing up, my dad and I ate Fred Meyers’s $5 deli sushi for dinner every Thursday. It was the first sushi I ever had…
Taylor Swift post-2020
Swift-ly Stealing Your Heart
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She is everywhere; she has taken over the hearts of people all over the world and impacts economies and levels of pollution, all while…
Red Flags For (Neuro) Diversity at Portland State
byHave you found yourself the recipient of an email from the Office of Financial Aid, suggesting that you have not initiated attendance in a…
Be Kind To Yourself!
The Influence of Self-Talk in Your Daily Life
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“Convince yourself everyday that you are worthy of a good life. Let go of stress, breathe. Stay positive, all is well.” ― Germany Kent …
A Letter To The President of The United States
From an Indigenous Girl
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Dear President Biden, (Or whomever is reading this letter before the President) My name is Shaelee Irene Singer and I am 20 years old….
The Beige Baby Phenomenon
A Commentary on Colors and Social Status
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The grass is always greener on the other side, or in the case of these babies and toddlers showcased on social media, the onesie…
Romanticizing Life Through Immersive Realism
OMSI’s Studio Ghibli Film Festival
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“Immersive realism is a form of the genre that strives to balance elements of fantasy (“magic”) and realism”. Studio Ghibli, a film studio based…
The Dresden Dolls In Portland: A Punk Cabaret
A Concert Review
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The Aladdin Theater was glowing as I walked through the wide front doors and I could hear the hollering of the crowd as The…