For many of us, 2016 was a particularly formative year in our childhoods. I had just turned 10 years old and had been given my…
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Smallest Hill: Let’s Stop Allowing Child Labor in the Form of Child Actors
I’m watching Season Two of The Last of Us (there will be no spoilers in this piece!) over the summer with some friends, and we…
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The Smallest Hill: Why I Can’t Stand Horror Movies
This article initially appeared in a print issue of the Monitor published Oct. 31, 2025. I’ve wasted hours of my life watching horror movies. I…
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Smallest Hill: The Oxford comma is necessary, beneficial and important
I quite enjoy reading and writing the English language. Some parts of English are more fun than others, of course; I always prefer to read…
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“Who took my dryer balls?”: Thoughts on Jewell Laundry Services & Etiquette
There are a few—some might say many— widely held sources of complaints amongst Jewell’s student body; whether it is the persistently inconsistent, yet dependably uncomfortable,…
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The Smallest Hill: Public bathroom etiquette
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
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
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
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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