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Category: Arts & Culture

Art in Times of Crisis

20 November 2020
Trent Brink
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I’m sure one thing that everyone reading this can agree on is that they are scared to check the screen time stats on their phone…

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How to Write a Professional Email

20 November 2020
Agatha Echenique
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This infographic gives an outline of all the important parts of writing a professional email.

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Photo Feature: Appreciating What Earth Has to Offer

20 November 2020
Kari Tott
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Times are hard during a pandemic but don’t forget to stop and appreciate the beauty this earth has to offer. Hopefully, these photos will help…

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Nelson-Atkins photography curator quits in protest over layoffs

20 November 2020
Caitlin Overmeyer
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The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is a beloved Kansas City institution that brings art and culture to the public for free. Like many businesses and…

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Movie Review: “The Boys in the Band”

13 November 2020
Krista Halstead
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Released by Netflix in late September, “The Boys in the Band” features a birthday party gathering in 1968 New York, following a group of friends…

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How to prepare the ideal Thanksgiving feast

13 November 2020
Michaela Esau
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As assignments, a deadly pandemic and post-election tensions fill us with fear, I find solace in filling my mind with warm carbs instead. Thanksgiving may…

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Christmas on a Budget

6 November 2020
Kari Tott
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Decorations for your space can get pricy, especially when you’re buying gifts at the same time. The holidays can be a really expensive time of…

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Photo Feature: Fall foliage lingers on campus

6 November 2020
Hannah Koehler
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Since November has commenced, it seems that everyone has been gearing up for Christmas. While I, too, adore the Christmas season, I am still holding…

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Grab a snack: it’s election time

6 November 2020
Michaela Esau
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As the country is awaiting the official results of the election, it is the perfect time to stress eat political-themed food. Michaela Esau shares some…

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