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Hidden gems of CofC
by Sophia Raad and Johnny Wall The College of Charleston is home to many unique experiences, whether it's intriguing classes,...
Sophia Raad
Mar 311 min read
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A collegiate dance team's road to a national championship
Impressing judges and pouring passion on the floor comes with long hours of hard work and practice by Macy Layton Welcome to the world of...
Macy Layton
Apr 27, 20241 min read
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College students still love their caffeine
by Natalie Matthews Caffeine consumption among college students has evolved into a cultural staple and a coping mechanism in the face of...
Natalie Mathews
Apr 23, 20241 min read
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Delight Ministries is positively impacting College of Charleston women
by Haley Lovin Delight Ministries is all about fostering love and community - and for the women involved at College of Charleston, it's...
Haley Lovin
Apr 23, 20241 min read
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What's happening with College Lodge?
by Vishnu Volate Since the 1970s, College Lodge has been home to many College of Charleston Cougars. But with its impending destruction,...
Vishnu Volate
Apr 23, 20241 min read
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Mental health resources available for students now more than ever
by Caroline Swillen When Audrey Boyle stepped on campus as a freshman in the fall of 2020, navigating the College of Charleston in the...
Caroline Swillen
Nov 6, 20234 min read
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College campuses struggle with mass shooting epidemic
By Lara Tole A typical day for a college student means negotiating constant deadlines - getting to class on time, finding time to get...
Lara Tole
Apr 18, 20237 min read
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Black influencers vs. the social media wealth inequality
By Eternity Hunter TikTok's 15-second videos seized the world by storm in 2020. With dances, creative material, and popular music. TikTok...
Eternity Hunter
Apr 19, 20227 min read
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Charleston Police Department tackles racial disparity
By Isabel Crews Rénard Harris doesn't remember what reason the police officer gave for pulling him over years ago when he was driving...
Isabel Crews
Feb 2, 20227 min read
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How college students feel about the COVID vaccine
To get or not to get? For many, it's been a big question. Choosing whether to get the COVID-19 vaccine was a no-brainer for many college...
Betsy Calder
Jan 11, 20226 min read
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COVID-19 affecting college students' mental health
The mental stress that comes from living through a pandemic is having a major impact on college students nationwide, including at CofC....
Blake Chapin
Nov 17, 20204 min read
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Getting a handle on the student loan debt crisis
As a nation, Americans owe $1.6 trillion in student loan debt. That's making it harder for college graduates to be contributors to the...

Emma Gosselin
Nov 10, 20208 min read
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How to make your 2020 vote count
The 2020 presidential election has brought a ton of confusion about how and when people can vote due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2020...
Brooke Habberstad
Nov 10, 20202 min read
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Depression: The invisible enemy
Looking back on the last 10 years, Kate* sees clearly that her adolescence was fraught with depression and anxiety. Now as a 25-year-old...
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Nov 10, 20206 min read
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