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Category: The Smallest Hill

Smallest Hill: YOU are a lava monster

28 April 2023
Kaden Rowe
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When reading the title of this article, you likely shrugged or scoffed. You read lava monster and thought this article would be nothing but a…

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The Smallest Hill: The evenings are for quiet time

17 February 2023
Koda Payton
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Imagine: you have just finished a long day of lectures, classes and assignments. Finally, you get back to your dorm and you are ready to…

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The Smallest Hill: Public bathroom etiquette

14 October 2022
Elizabeth Payton
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I get it. College students are busy. Always being on the move and trying to maximize your time inevitably leads to shortcuts in the name…

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Smallest Hill: Making your bed is a waste of time

11 March 2022
Alexis Harper
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I find many household tasks to be grueling. I avoid tasks like washing the dishes, dusting, and vacuuming for as long as I can. As…

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The Smallest Hill: Even if it’s just a cold, you should still consider wearing your mask

29 October 2021
Elizabeth Payton
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Ever since the first mandate nearly 600 days ago, masks have become a universal necessity in the public eye. However, despite a robust international call…

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The Smallest Hill: Zoos are overrated

7 May 2021
Teresa Mainzer
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For many people, going to the zoo was a vital part of their childhood and created lifelong memories. It is time to recognize that zoos…

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The Smallest Hill: There is no reason to drink hot coffee

26 March 2021
Krista Halstead
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Coffee. The magical substance that fuels my and many other students sleep-deprived bodies on William Jewell College’s campus. The College makes it easy to access…

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The Smallest Hill: The Right Way to Walk to Class

5 March 2021
Michaela Esau
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The smallest hill I would die on is the hill that takes the least effort to climb up. For William Jewell College students, climbing up…

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The Smallest Hill: Waitstaff don’t get paid enough

5 March 2021
Zachary Dube
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Everyone knows someone that does not tip or, better yet, does not tip well. They demand, nay, expect top-notch service from their server, but compensate…

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