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Photo by Grace Alexandria: Alexandria’s home in Stayton, Oregon during sunset.

Losing Independence during COVID-19: What it’s like Living at Home

March 19, 2021March 16, 2021 - by Grace Alexandria - Leave a Comment

Last year, I got my first taste of freedom as I finally left home and was living on my own on campus. That freedom was quickly taken away from me and from many other students when COVID-19 hit us during March.

The Best Part of an Otherwise Terrible Year

November 19, 2020November 18, 2020 - by Max Pennington - Leave a Comment

Despite the hardships of 2020, there are always positives to look back upon fondly.

Midterm Burnout: Students struggle with increased workload during pandemic

October 29, 2020October 29, 2020 - by Marissa Liao - Leave a Comment

Everyone knew school would look different during a pandemic, but lack of motivation and uncertainty hit harder than anyone expected during midterms.