Some time ago, I thought of taking advantage of everything I do in my daily routine. This can be done with small details, which seem insignificant to many but are not. So, an essential “small detail” that I have been starting to do is to approach what I watch on TV. A great decision was […]
“Break Point” well worth a watch Read More »
This weekend I started watching “Normal People”, which is based on the 2018 book by Sally Rooney of the same name and it follows two characters, Marianne Sheridan played by Daisy Edgar-Jones and Connell Waldron played by Paul Mescal, as they fall in and out of each other’s lives. I’ll be upfront in that I
Don’t let inaction determine your direction Read More »
This past week, I challenged myself to read the Bible more and follow a devotional plan. My faith has always been somewhat chaotic and inconsistent. I grew up Christian, but as I learned and heard different perspectives, I had doubts in my faith. After talking to people and when looking at social media, the news,
A new understanding of Christ Read More »
By the end of last week, carnivals all around the world began officially on Thursday, Feb. 27. Carnivals are noted to be vibrant and festive events celebrated along many cultures worldwide, often featuring parades with floats, dancers, and musicians moving through the streets, creating a spectacle of color and sound. Music and dance share different
Panama knows how to party Read More »
It is a reality and everyone knows that there are a huge number of international students who come to the United States to do their university studies because it is a great opportunity and this idea has become very popular and attractive. The percentage of international students in this country increases with each passing academic
Make the most of study abroad Read More »
Before I get started with this opinion, I just wanted you to know that this isn’t me saying that you should believe in my religion or anything like that. This opinion is to inform you on what some students here on campus or people around the Crete community will be doing on March 5. For
A reflection on Lent and Ash Wednesday Read More »
Lorraine shares her experience returning home to Panama At the beginning of last semester, I was homesick most of the time. Every time I noticed something different from what I expected in the U.S. like the high costs of food, the cultural differences, etc. I would think: “If I were home, this wouldn’t be this
Home will always feel like home Read More »
The United States Department of Education is undergoing a radical overhaul. President Trump says he wishes to close the department, citing a “radical liberal agenda” that focuses too much on DEI initiatives, LGBTQ issues and critical race theory as the reason for American students’ underperformance. The Senate is expected to vote soon on the confirmation
The U.S. is in an educational crisis Read More »
This past weekend, while playing Two Truths and a Lie, I mentioned that I had held a baby alligator (which is true). My friend followed up by saying she had held a spider (which is a lie). Given that she is scared of spiders, I understood why she would never purposely pick one up, but
In defense of creepy crawlers Read More »
