After a long and exhausting school year, the summer is anticipated by nearly every college student. While taking advantage of long hours spent lounging by the pool, or just doing whatever you want, keep in mind these healthy tips that will make your summer more fun and help you look…
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“Me!” was definitely not for me
As most people probably know, Taylor Swift released a new single with Brendon Urie, lead singer of alternative/rock/pop band Panic! At The Disco. The single was released a couple of days ago to the adoring screams and adoration of “Swifties,” as Taylor’s fans so affectionately call themselves. Disclaimer: I am…
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Traveling on a college student’s dime: going to OKC
There is actually more than one “KC” in the Midwest. Although the other is Oklahoma City, known lovingly as OKC, it’s still a pretty cool and eclectic place to travel around. Full of history, activities and good food, I went to Oklahoma City this weekend to check out the scene.…
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MU revises Greek life policies to promote safe Greek experiences
Recently, The University of Missouri (MU) made amendments to their Greek life policies in the hope of creating a safer and more inclusive Greek environment on campus. The final policies were revised and put into action April 4, 2019. The rules include requiring a higher GPA for first-years trying to…
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Review: Queer Eye highlights diversity within Kansas City
If you haven’t seen “Queer Eye” on Netflix, you’re truly missing out on a part of what might actually be some of the greatest reality television in history. The third season of “Queer Eye” took place right here in Kansas City, and the Fab Five truly served us all the…
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AFE: My Advice? Enjoy those fire alarms baby, take it all in
We all know that one of the best things that happens at William Jewell College is when someone burns a grilled cheese and sets off the fire alarms. Perhaps you’re sitting at your desk working on that paper that’s due in two hours but you somehow managed to forget about…
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AFE: Monitor quiz success pushes Buzzfeed to declare bankruptcy
This week, rumors have been circulating of Buzzfeed declaring bankruptcy due to the success of the quizzes published by The Hilltop Monitor. As of today, such rumors have been confirmed from confidential sources. The world news source is well-known for its abundance of quizzes that tell you everything from what…
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Advice Column: Stop waiting for extraordinary things to happen
If there’s anything this year has taught me, it’s that our lives often pass by us in a blur that leaves us wondering how we ended up where we are, without a clue as to how we got there. We can get so caught up in the habits of our…
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Opinion: Destroying anti-vax propaganda is crucial in keeping the public educated
There has been a recent trend that could have potentially dangerous consequences for public health. It’s not smoking, drinking or even vaping – all of which raise potential and probable health concerns. It’s anti-vaccination propaganda. Anti-vaccination propaganda has been plastered all over social media, convincing miseducated parents that vaccines are…
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