Why is feminism such a scary word? Many women and men will quickly identify themselves as advocates for equal rights, but refuse to identify as feminists.
I may not be a history major, but I have a special passion for United States history. So when I read that the House Committee of Common Education of Oklahoma voted to remove APUSH from the AP curriculum, I was appalled.
“What do you want to be when you grow up?” I remember getting asked that question as early as elementary school, and I’m sure many can relate.
The winter time is here, and with it, comes the mob of students trying to get onto the bus. Every CATA bus rider on campus knows the sight, standing at the bus stop alongside a gathering of at least 50 people in the infamous Michigan cold, praying to the heavens that they get a spot on the bus.
“Thank you” isn’t hard to say — the two words take approximately two seconds to speak, and yet they hold an immense amount of meaning. Feeling appreciated is a strong motivator for people, both at work and in life.
Who said that being the President of the United States was all work and no play? The latest video by BuzzFeed showcases the President’s funny side and does a splendid job of letting the American public know that their President has a sense of humor, just like the rest of us.
Almost everyone has an opinion on E L James’ erotic book turned movie, Fifty Shades of Grey. There are myriad reasons why the lifestyle portrayed in Fifty Shades is closer to an abusive relationship than a BDSM one.
What happened to East Neighborhood?
Last summer was my first experience living on my own outside of the dorms - the amount of freedom I'd found in East Lansing during my freshman year was something I did not want to let go of once summer rolled around. So when my friend told me she was subleasing her apartment out for the summer while she went on a study abroad, everything felt as if it were falling into place.
I am not a Muslim but I am human. I am heart broken. My heart mourns the death of Yusor Mohammad Abu-Salha, Deah Shaddy Barakat and Razan Mohammad Abu-Salha.
What. A. Show. This year’s 2015 NBA’s Slam Dunk Contest did not disappoint and this year’s winner, Zach LaVine, put on a performance that will be remembered forever.
When did the expression of “love” turn into a multi-billion dollar industry for a series of days? When did Valentine’s Day become ridiculous?
After swiping right on every possible Tinder match on the week leading up to Valentine’s Day, your desperation to find a Valentine is at an all-time high.
As the spring semester starts to pick up it’s not uncommon to see a wave of student complaints flooding social media, each one more dramatic than the last, professing how overwhelmed and stressed they are. These complaints go beyond the social media sphere.
Dear Spartan Nation: As I leave Michigan State to pursue my childhood dream of playing in the National Football League, I thank all of you who made my East Lansing experience so incredible.
I’ve worked in the food service industry. I’ve experienced awful tables and unruly customers. And I am floored that there are people who believe that wait staff do not deserve to be tipped for the services they provide.
The other day I experienced what seemed to be a mini crisis. It happened because I had some time to kill before my next class and found myself sitting in Wells Hall, just watching people pass by.
The end of this week may hold a plethora of anxieties for many of us, as Valentine's day looms over the heads of both the single and the unavailable. But, we can always create our own alternatives. As the delightful Leslie Knope of NBC's Parks and Recreation proposes — Galentine's Day is a much better option for many of us.
McDonald's "Pay with Lovin'" promotion may have been slammed by many, but I find it a refreshing way to advertise in the modern world.
I disagree. With a little bit of planning and skill, anyone can cook. But sometimes it’s hard to find where to begin.