Cherinet Hariffo (born June 2, 2001) is an Ethiopian Children advocate, Human right Advocate, and Youth Ambassador. Born in Ethiopia , Moyale ,Hawassa he was involved in United nation Youth Program and several local Advocacy program from a young age. Having moved to the United States in 2019, Cherinet continued with his Advocacy campaign.
Cherinet first witnessed the effects of a humanitarian crisis while living in a refugee camp in Kenya.In (2014) His town was war-torn , an experience He later credited with having brought Him a greater understanding of the world. Upon his migration to the United. States Cherinet contacted the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) for information on international trouble spots.To learn more about the conditions in these areas, He began visiting United Nations Offices. around the United States.In July 2019, He went on his first field visit, an 3-day visit to The United Nation in New York. He later expressed hi shock at what he had witnessed.
In the following months, Cherinet returned to New York for two weeks and met with Unicef USA where He was involved in Children advocacy To the United States Congress In response to an international UNICEF emergency.
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23 Pandemic-Approved Date Ideas That'll Send Sparks Flying From Six Feet Apart
There's a safe way to date right now and yes, it includes masks.
15 September
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While some people would rather opt out of dating altogether during the pandemic so they don't have to wear a mask on a first date, others are choosing to listen to both guidelines and their heart in order to find love during the time of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Should you be one of the individuals welcoming romance right now, there are pandemic-approved dates you can go on that still adhere to guidelines (and yes, you'll have to wear a mask).
<p>Here are 23 date ideas perfect for a socially distant date.</p><p><div class="powrload_9edb92"></div>
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1. See a movie at the drive-in.
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<p>Depending on what the weather is like around where you live, the time left to do this may be limited, but if you're able to bring a few blankets and/or stay in your car with a little heat, drive-in movie dates can still be on the table through the fall.</p>
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2. Watch a movie in your yard.
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<p>Again, weather plays a part in this idea, but think about how to make the outdoor movie cozy even as the temperatures start to drop. Bundle up in some extra blankets and start a fire nearby to keep you toasty while you watch your favorite rom-com together.</p>
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3. Drink wine and look at the stars.
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<p>No matter the season, you can look up and see the stars. Grab a glass (or a few) of your favorite wine and chat under starlight. As always, throw on a comfy sweatshirt or coat if you need to, but don't let that stop you from heading outside to take in the night sky with your boo.</p>
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4. Grab ice cream together and take it to go.
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<p>Honestly, ice cream is a year-round dessert and I don't want to hear any buts about it, OK? No, but seriously, cold or not, grab a cone or even gallon of ice cream and walk somewhere close to eat it. Make sure you're buying your own though, as romantic as it is to share... there's a pandemic.<span></span></p>
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5. Go on a hike.
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<p>Fall hikes are truthfully even more special than the ones in the summer. Opt for a place with tons of fall foliage worth seeing and go there. Trust me, you'll be so happy you did!</p>
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6. Have a picnic in a park.
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<p>I don't know about you, but when I hear the word "picnic" I immediately think it's a huge ordeal — an appetizer, the main meal, snacks, drinks, utensils, cups, blanket, etc. But it doesn't have to be so extravagant! You can literally order a pizza, bring a bottle of wine with some cups, eat, drink, and be merry.</p>
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7. Rent kayaks or a canoe.
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<p>Weather permitting, this is always a fun date option and even if it starts to get chilly, as long as they're still renting or you own your own kayak or canoe, why not take your date on the water?</p>
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8. Go to an outdoor winery or brewery.
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<p>Wineries and breweries are always a good choice and if you're looking for a fun, pandemic-approved idea to drink outdoors while remaining socially distant, this is the idea for you.</p>
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9. Social distance at the beach.
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<p>Though this one is limited to locations where it's warm year-round, a beach date is truly a plus. But, if you live somewhere warm enough for beachgoers to flock to the water together, make sure you're <em>actually</em> following guidelines. Not just while you're sitting, but also while you're in the water and walking to/from your spot. </p><p>Wear a mask when you're passing people, OK?</p>
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10. Ride through some bike trails.
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<p>I strongly believe bike dates are underrated. Maybe it's because nobody's ever asked me on one since New York Citi Bikes are a little more intimidating than, say, biking by the beach, but biking is casual yet romantic and takes the pressure off of having to fill every silence with small talk.</p>
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11. Have a bonfire in your backyard.
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<p>When in doubt bonfires and s'mores are your answer. That's if, of course, you're legally allowed to have a fire in your yard. Either way though, s'mores are an option — just work some magic over a grill or something. Get creative, it's cute!</p>
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12. Have a DIY paint night outside.
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<p>If you don't already have the materials, order a <a href="https://amzn.to/3mrGTyr" target="_blank">paint and paintbrush set</a> and a pack of <a href="https://amzn.to/3hHieSZ" target="_blank">canvases</a> — voila! A DIY paint night for the two of you to paint the night away outside at a public park, your porch, or even your backyard.</p>
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13. Take a virtual cooking class together.
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<p><a href="https://www.airbnb.com/s/experiences/online" target="_blank">Cook up the romance virtually</a>! This one works whether you want to join separately from the comfort of your own homes or you'd rather do so from one kitchen to stay close to each other but away from others.</p>
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14. Rollerblade or skate.
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<p>A big trend I've seen more of while people are quarantined is rollerblading and skating. Even if you've never done it before, it could be a lot of fun (and a good laugh) to give it a try with someone you're dating.</p>
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15. Have a game night outdoors.
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<p>Game nights never get old, especially if you are trying <a href="https://www.theodysseyonline.com/best-couples-games" target="_blank">exciting new games</a> together.</p>
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16. Walk (preferably with a dog) and talk.
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<p>A simple walk and talk is also always an option, especially if you're just getting to know someone and don't want to commit too much effort into planning the perfect pandemic date. Bring your dog along and make it as long or short as you'd like! This date idea is pressure-free.</p>
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17. Play tennis.
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<p>The perfect option for the athletic couple is a one-on-one tennis match. Plus, you can wear a very cute tennis outfit, and I LOVE that for you!</p>
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18. Do a classic coffee/tea date.
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<p>Never underestimate the power of a simple date. Don't fix what's broken, right? And the classic coffee/tea date is a tale as old as time — and it works! Just sit a little further apart.</p>
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19. Have a barbecue.
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<p>Turn up the heat in your grill and cook up your favorite foods. The process of grilling and eating together is romantic.</p>
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20. Take a virtual yoga class together.
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<p>You can both be in your separate homes while you do this <em>or</em> you can set up your laptop in an open spot at the park, set up your mats six feet apart, and have at it together!</p>
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21. Play golf or go mini-golfing.
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<p>Golf or mini-golf dates are sure to score a hole-in-one. Because even if you're not very good at it, it's a great activity to keep the mood light and the energy just competitive enough.</p>
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22. Go swimming.
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<p>It may be a little chilly, but if you dare to dive in for love, swimming is another exciting option no matter where you live — but especially somewhere warm so you don't catch hypothermia.</p>
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23. Catch the sunset.
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<p>When in doubt, let the sun do the work to set the ambiance. Consider watching it from a location neither of you have been but have heard great things about to further up the romance factor.</p>
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In our patriarchal society, men hide from their feelings, but toxic masculinity is literally killing men. They swallow the pain and move on so that they can look, feel, and act "tough."
But, strength is derived from asking for help and voicing your struggle and, trust me, working on your mental health is one hell of a struggle. The real way to "man up" is to acknowledge the downfalls in unjust societal norms. Mental health problems do not mean that a man is weak, they are neurologically-based disorders that require professional treatment.
<p>No one talks about the stigma that comes with emotional men, but <a href="https://afsp.org/suicide-statistics/" target="_blank">men die by suicide at a higher rate</a> than women and it's being pushed under the rug. <br></p><p>Suicide is a male-dominant problem, and here are 11 things you can do to help:</p><p><div class="powrload_9edb92"></div>
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2. Encourage all genders and sexualities to talk about mental health.
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<a href="https://save.org/about-suicide/suicide-facts/" target="_blank">
3. Educate yourself about the facts.
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<a href="https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/" target="_blank">
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5. Normalize therapy for all genders and sexualities.
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<p><br>Men are "<a href="https://www.healthline.com/health-news/how-can-we-reduce-mens-mental-health-stigma#The-stigma-men-face" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">far less likely to seek mental health treatment than women</a>," yet therapy is for everyone. If someone had a fever, they would go get help — the same goes for mental health. </p>
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6. Talk to friends and family about toxic masculinity.
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<a href="https://www.sprc.org/populations/men" target="_blank">
7. Include all genders in suicide awareness.
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<a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/suicide/symptoms-causes/syc-20378048" target="_blank">
8. Know the symptoms and look out for them.
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<a href="https://www.ihs.gov/suicideprevention/howtotalk/" target="_blank">
9. Listen to how you talk about mental health and learn the most adaptive verbiage.
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10. Create safe spaces for hard conversations.
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11. Get involved in awareness campaigns and organizations.
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Shirts. Blouses. Jeans. Sweatpants. Handbags. Jewelry. Watches. Shoes. Fashion Industries are known for their bargaining prices with fantastic quality. Fast Fashion, in particular, is defined as clothing manufactured at a high speed, that is eventually sold at low prices. Such examples of fast fashion are H&M, Forever 21, Fashion Nova, etc. Despite the fact that these companies may have good reviews, there is a disturbing truth hidden in most of these corporations. A truth that is a real eye-opener and is appalling.
<p>American companies often employ workers in third world countries to produce such products, and particularly clothing, at a rapid speed. A documentary released in 2015 titled The True Cost exposed the hidden truth within fashion corporations like H&M and Forever 21. This film revealed the harm done to workers and the work climate while producing clothing. Bangladesh and Cambodia are the main countries affected. There are several ways the fast fashion industry mistreats the environment which correlates to Climate Change. The first example given to us, in the film, is pollution. Factories are fueled by oil which also means it releases gases to the air. Eventually, this leads to the greenhouse gas effect which is related to climate change. A second example is the release of pesticides for cotton to grow on. Not only does this affect the climate, but human health as well. Human health encounters with pesticides can lead to numerous syndromes and abnormalities. The release of pesticides is a continuous and paramount issue that should definitely be dealt with. Moreover, another critical way the fashion industry harms the environment is the nonbiodegradable waste. This also releases many chemicals into the air that leads to problems in human health. Thus, the fast fashion industry should become aware of the problems in human and environmental health. Impoverished countries like Bangladesh and Cambodia are encountering human health problems amongst the children living there. It is time to speak up, and raise awareness! </p><p><div id="div-gpt-2647719369-content-ad" class="ad"><script>
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</div></p><p>Another question to take into consideration is, how have people tried to help factory workers in the Global South? Well, individuals have tried to help the factory workers, primarily in Bangladesh and Cambodia, in the Global South through the use of new and improved farming technology. For example, a woman in the film whose husband passed away describes how they are continuing to utilize improved, or advanced, farming equipment to reduce the factory workers' problems. They are helping out the factory workers as it is not necessary for them to plow cotton. Additionally, raising awareness on this issue of the human rights abuse factory workers encounter is also something the Global South, and North, are talking about. This is critical. </p><p>A second way the Global South is helping factory workers is by not utilizing pesticides and chemicals. The woman who owns the cotton field repeatedly mentioned how her husband passed away because of the use of chemicals in the agricultural industry. The Global South avoids the use of pesticides to help factory workers. We need this kind of energy to help those suffering and who are on the frontlines of producing our clothes. </p><p>No men, women, or children should ever experience harm being done to them while working. If it is not tolerated in the United States, why tolerate this kind of act in third world countries? It is time to become aware of this major issue that deserves worldwide attention.</p>
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Sorry, But 'I Don’t Care About Politics' Is Not A Valid Excuse For NOT Voting
The younger generation of voters is so crucial to the upcoming election because our vote is going to shape the world that we are about to enter as adults.
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When I ask my friends if they are voting this term most of them respond with "no" followed by an explanation of "I don't care enough," "It doesn't affect me," or "I don't keep up with politics," etc. I get it, as a college student I know that there are many other things to be concerned about like school, relationships, work, and friends. I also understand that keeping up with politics can seem like trying to keep up with an over-exaggerated reality show that has way too many seasons. Not to mention most news stations and websites are biased so it's hard to decipher if what you hear is true or fake.
However, despite all of this annoyance, as the next generation of Americans, we have to remember that we owe it to ourselves, our families, and to our futures to care.
<p>Here are some reasons that you should reconsider voting.</p><p><div class="powrload_9edb92"></div>
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<p>We are no longer high school students living with our parents. We are now college students studying to get a job, start a family, and be financially independent. The people who hold office and the policies they endorse are going to affect the job market, economy, student debt, and the environment which will all in fact have a direct impact on us.</p>
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2.We should vote because we have the privilege.
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<p>We often take it for granted that we have the ability to vote and forget that many people from other countries don't have that same luxury. If nothing else, vote because you are lucky enough to have that right and start the habit of voting because small elections matter, too!</p>
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<p>Yes, I've heard many times that people aren't voting because they do not like either candidate. I am not saying I disagree, but nevertheless you should still vote if not for the candidate then for the policies and laws they endorse. The president is not the only person in office that makes decisions, and in fact, the people they support and appoint to other offices are just as important — if not more important.</p>
</div></p><p class="" style="text-align: center;">* * *<br></p><p>Here is a <a href="https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/voting-in-college/" target="_blank">link</a> that will explain to you how to vote as a college student and please remember to vote even if you're really hungover and have a test the next day :))))) </p><div class="post-pager js-listicle-pager" data-listicle-style="" data-async_load_parameters="platform=desktop&display_ads=1&settings=%7B%22enter_url%22%3A+null%2C+%22no_post_section%22%3A+null%2C+%22ads_breaks%22%3A+%5B3%5D%2C+%22prevent_last_break_repetition%22%3A+false%2C+%22use_numeration%22%3A+false%2C+%22show_columns_on_mobile%22%3A+null%2C+%22ads_order%22%3A+%5B3%2C+3%2C+3%2C+3%2C+3%5D%2C+%22turn_into_posts%22%3A+null%2C+%22list_breaks%22%3A+null%2C+%22reorder_voting%22%3A+null%2C+%22cooldown_in_seconds%22%3A+null%2C+%22pagination_order%22%3A+null%2C+%22source%22%3A+%22engine_settings%22%2C+%22next_post_url%22%3A+null%2C+%22up_down_voting%22%3A+false%2C+%22allow_url_change%22%3A+null%2C+%22numeration_sort%22%3A+-1%2C+%22allow_url_update%22%3A+null%2C+%22use_pagination%22%3A+false%2C+%22body_text_above%22%3A+false%2C+%22use_ads%22%3A+true%2C+%22items_as_posts%22%3A+false%2C+%22multiple_answers%22%3A+null%2C+%22no_redirect%22%3A+null%2C+%22is_guest_voting_allowed%22%3A+null%2C+%22layout_type%22%3A+null%2C+%22voting_extra_fields%22%3A+null%7D">
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An inside perspective on how Ohio State is handling COVID-19 isolation
As if online classes and this semester are not confusing enough, Ohio State's isolation procedure will give you something else to stress about.
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"This is the office of student life at The Ohio State University, I am calling with an urgent message for you, please give us a call back once you receive this message."
<p>This was the message I received before I had to cancel all my plans, eagerly pack up, and head home for two weeks.</p><p>While this seems like a pretty simple process, it was everything but that. The way Ohio State is handling the isolation procedure, is one of confusion and anxiety, lacking communication and a consistency. </p><p>I knew I had been exposed to someone who had tested positive for Covid-19, four days prior to receiving the call from student life. As soon as I knew I had been exposed, I self isolated to make sure I would not put anyone at risk, and I called contact tracing first thing in the morning to explain my situation. Except no one ever answered and I never received a response to my message.</p><p>The university states that a <a href="https://safeandhealthy.osu.edu/tracing-isolation-quarantine" target="_blank">contact tracer</a> will quickly be in contact with individuals who were exposed to the virus, but does not have any protocol for students to follow in the mean time between exposure and the isolation period. This is especially risky for students who do not even know that they have been exposed to the virus.</p><p><div id="div-gpt-2647719054-content-ad" class="ad"><script>
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</div></p><p>So, with no word from contact tracing, I anxiously stayed in my dorm, wondering what I was allowed to do. Was I allowed to go pick up food and eat outside? Go to the library? Would it be safe for me to go to my in-person classes? How do I safely use a communal bathroom without putting others at risk? Should my roommate isolate too? These were all concerns I had that were unanswered by the university and its protocol.</p><p>When I finally received my call four days later, I was given an hour to pack up my things and decide if I was able to go home, or move to isolation. It was 4:30 p.m. on the Saturday of Labor Day weekend, it was a very inconvenient time for my parents to travel two hours and pick me up. The reason I called contact tracing immediately after I had been exposed, is so I could make arrangements to go home, but instead, contact tracing never answered my call, and finally contacted me at an unexpected and awkward time. </p><p>I was not able to go home until the next day, so I was still required to spend a night in the isolation dorms. Student life told me that I would be receiving an email 15 to 30 minutes after the call, with details about my rooming assignment, and what to do. Well, three hours had passed and I still had not received an email. I called contact tracing two more times, but no one picked up either time. </p><p>30 minutes later, I received a call back, and they apologized saying something "in my file was messed up," which was evidently the reason I did not get an email shortly after the call. When I was eventually sent the email, I was instructed on where to go, given suggestions on what to bring, and what the dorms would be supplied with.</p><p>At 8:30 p.m. when I was finally given a clear procedure on what to do, I grabbed a red cart and took the so-called "walk of shame" from south campus to Lawrence Tower. When I arrived, the front desk asked if I had any food allergies, and after telling them I was vegetarian, they gave me a "plant-based" bag of food which was honestly very nice and considerate.</p><p>The back consisted of pasta with marinara sauce, broccoli, a banana, gallon of water, water bottle, and what I assumed were two vegan blueberry muffins and cookies. It of course was not the best food, but I was actually pretty surprised with it. This was probably the only good thing about the entire situation. </p><p>When moving into my room, I was given a list of the items provided in the dorm, but at least half of them were not actually in the dorm. I did not bring bed sheets or towels because the list said they would be provided, but they were nowhere to be found in my dorm at least.</p><p>The only essential things really included in my dorm were two very flat pillows, toilet paper, a small bar of soap, an half empty bottle of sanitizer and a small roll of paper towels--thankfully I was only there for a night. </p><p>I called the front desk to tell them I needed towels and sheets, and they said they would be right, but I never ended up receiving them. Also, the number on my room key was different from the actual room number I was in, so there is honestly also a possibility I could have been placed in the wrong room, which is super cool.</p><p>Thankfully the night went quick, and I checked out as soon as I could to get home. My one night in the isolation dorms was a bad enough experience, so I really feel for those who spend their entire two weeks in the dorms. </p><p>I was told that I would get a call 48-hours before I am allowed to return to campus; however, my two weeks were coming to an end, and I had still heard nothing. This time, I tried emailing student life, asking when I could return to campus, and they quickly responded saying I could come back the next day.</p><p>I only found out when I could come back, after emailing them first, I never received a phone call like I was told. If I had not emailed them, would they have eventually told me when I could come back? Or was "something in my file" messed up again?</p><p>My biggest issue with the way Ohio State is handling its isolation procedure, is not necessarily the towels missing from the dorm, or having to cancel all my plans on a Saturday, but it is the extremely poor communication between the administration and its students, and the anxiety and uncertainty it creates. It seems that the students are responsible for figuring out the isolation procedures, and what they are supposed to do. The university has not made this process any easier for its students, and seems to forget about them after they are told they need to isolate or quarantine. </p><p>With over 40,000 students, one would think that the university would have a more organized system and handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, but instead, they seem to slap "Together as Buckeyes" on everything and let students figure out this mess out on their own.</p>
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I'm Hispanic And Latina But Let's Be Honest — America's Hispanic Holidays Aren't For Hispanics Or Latinos
Because, let's be honest: these holidays aren't meant for Hispanics or Latinos.
15 September
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"Do you have big parties on Cinco de Mayo?"
<p>You really can't fault anyone for what they say in grade school. When you're 8 – 13, you're expected to say stupid things. It's almost a requirement. So I couldn't get mad in the third grade when someone asked if I threw a Cinco de Mayo party every year. I didn't even get mad when I was asked the same in high school. Admittedly, I thought it was a dumb question but I didn't get mad, you know? </p><p><strong>Instead, I gave the same response I gave in the third grade: "Cinco de Mayo's not a thing for us." I have the same attitude towards Hispanic Heritage Month as I do Cinco de Mayo. </strong></p><p>If you ask me to go to a Cinco de Mayo party, I'll go. Yes, I'll be the buzzkill at the party explaining to you that May 5 is, in fact, not <a href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/2018/09/mexico-independence-day-confusion-cinco-de-mayo/" target="_blank">Mexico's Independence Day</a> but the day of a Mexican victory at the <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Puebla" target="_blank">Battle of Puebla</a>, but I'll go. Who would turn down a party, right?</p><p><strong>Because let's be honest: these holidays aren't meant for Hispanics or Latinos. Yeah, this next month is supposed to be a celebration of Hispanic contributions to this country, but it's not for... us. </strong></p><p><div id="div-gpt-2647538965-content-ad" class="ad"><script>
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</div></p><p>I never liked Cinco de Mayo because I thought it was just an excuse for Americans to party. It's a cynical view, but it's accurate. And it's a common habit in this country. We like to take holidays and celebrations of other cultures not our own and turn them into all-day parties. And it's a bit difficult to honor and celebrate those cultures when you're drunk. And I get that I'm looking at this from such a cynical view, but it's odd to see something labeled "Hispanic Heritage Month" and not being a part of it. </p><p><strong>We have Hispanic Heritage Month every single year, but every single year something new happens or something gets worse in America's treatment of Hispanics and Latinos. </strong></p><p>It's clear that these cultural holidays aren't in place to educate or to celebrate. They exist so no one can complain that there isn't something in place to celebrate Hispanics. But Hispanic Heritage Month has nothing to do with Hispanics.</p><p>Don't get me wrong, I am fiercely proud to be Hispanic and Latina. I feel incredibly lucky to have the identity I do. That's why I actually want to see those beautiful identities celebrated in this country. I want people to truly recognize the contributions Hispanics have made to this country. I want people to appreciate us and not appropriate us for an excuse to drink all day.</p>
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Privaledge Discusses New Music and What it Means to be 'Black Priv' in Recent Interview
Philly rapper Privaledge reveals what it was like to release three EP's within the same year, and gives advice to upcoming rappers about making it in the rap game.
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<p>Philadelphia rapper Privaledge has put out a consistent stream of music over the past year. His four EP's <em>Respect Don't Expect</em>, <em>Reality Check</em>, <em>Racism Still Alive, </em>and <em>Actions Speak Louder </em>have all been great examples of how dedicated and committed to the Rap game he is. Songs like "Debate," "True Story," and "Change the World" represent how deep his lyrics are, while other tracks like "Bad Sense of Humor," "Flip," and "Clerk" showcase his Trap attitude. </p><p>With more music definitely on the way, Privaledge is a rapper that we all should be paying attention to. In a recent interview, he opened up about what it was like to create so much music in such a short span of time. He also talked about what new merch he has coming out, and gave insightful advice for upcoming rappers. Continue reading on for the complete interview, and be sure to check out his most recent EP, <em>Actions Speak Louder</em>, now available on all streaming platforms.</p><p><strong>How have you been coping with the Corona virus? What have you been doing to stay busy?</strong> </p><p style="">"We're just working and making music you know. Keeping it safe."</p><p><strong>How did you come up with the name Privaledge?</strong></p><p><div id="div-gpt-2647713768-content-ad" class="ad"><script>
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</div></p><p><strong></strong>"Someone just asked me that earlier. I made that name in high school; basically it was off a poster I saw, it said 'Education is a privilege' and it stuck with me since."</p><p><strong></strong><strong>When did you first start rapping? </strong><br></p><p>"I was a young boy. I've been rapping since I was 12 and I didn't take it seriously at first. But everyone was like 'You should really do this!' and I was like 'Alright, if you're feeling this shit than I'm feelin' this shit." </p><p><strong>Who are some of your artistic influences?</strong><br></p><p>"I listen to Jay-Z, Biggie, Tupac, Lil Wayne, the greats you know." </p><p><strong>Are they who you would want to collaborate with in the future?</strong><span></span></p><p>"Of course, I would love to collaborate with them." <span></span><span></span></p><p><span></span><strong>Who would you prefer to collaborate with in the future? </strong><strong></strong></p><strong></strong><span></span>"I never really think about that. I feel like I'm gonna work with all the greats. Probably Kanye or something, maybe Future."<p><strong>Do you have a favorite song that you've written?</strong></p><p style="">"'Peezy,' I rock with that right now. The new records, you know, we've been dealing with Corona and that shit, so I'm ready to perform all that right now."<br></p><p><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong>You've put out a number of different music videos since you started your Rap career in 2012. Videos like, "Clerk," "Flip," and "Ride or Die," what music video was the most fun to make?</strong></p><p><span></span>"I liked 'Clerk' because it has the female in there. All of the other videos were fun too."</p><p><span></span><span></span></p><p><strong>You've also collaborated on tracks with other rappers like "This the Life (feat. Waka Flocka Flame)," "Shitted on 'Em (feat. Kendrick Lamar)," and "Pillow Talkin (feat. J. Oliver)" who was your favorite to work with in the studio and why? </strong></p><p>"Definitely Nipsey, he was actually my favorite. Out of the list you named though definitely Kendrick."</p><p><strong>Tell me a little about what it was like with Nipsey in the studio. </strong></p><p style="">"It was an indescribable feeling. He was a real dude; he was a real guy. You felt the presence when he was there. I appreciate him letting me be in the studio with him. We made a dope record together."</p><p><strong>You put out three EP's this year; <em>Respect Don't Expect</em>, <em>Reality Check, </em>and <em>Actions Speak Louder</em> what was it like to put out all that music in such a short timespan?</strong> </p><p style="">"It was fun. We just continued recording because we had to stay in that vibe. As soon as you lose that vibe it's over. You have to keep dropping music. I've been there before and it just isn't the same. I like to keep focused." </p><p><strong>In the track "Debate" on the single(s) compilation of <em>Racism Still Alive </em>you mention that "We gotta start steppin' up to the plate" how do you feel that we can all start stepping up?</strong> </p><p><strong></strong>"I feel like if we all just need to start really individually working on ourselves. It starts with you, and it starts with me. Everything else comes together."</p><p><strong></strong><strong></strong><strong>During the </strong><strong>first track "Bad Sense of Humor" on <em>Reality Check </em>you mention that you in have a "bad sense of humor, I don't take it as a joke." Why do you feel or say that you have a bad sense of humor?</strong><strong><br></strong></p><p style="">"Just because I feel that people that are around me know that I have a good sense of humor. But to the people I don't know, I got a bad sense of humor. I don't wanna say I'm the friendliest guy. If I know you, I rock with you, and see you as a solid person, then we can rock out. If its outside of that then I might come off as 'who are you?'"</p><p><strong>Because you released three EP's in one year, should listeners expect new music before the year ends, or within the next year? </strong></p><p style="">"Yeah definitely, we're gonna keep on dropping music. Everyone loves the music, and I love making it. We actually just finished up something but there's no release date yet. More people have to hear the newest tape first, so we want to make sure people." </p><p><strong>Some of your lyrics such as; "My check got buns, all ya'll bitches got bunions" on "Bad Sense of Humor," "Stomach, bowel movement, how I shit it" on "Dunk Contest," and "Long pipe/shawty said she can feel it in her stomach" on "Flip" are hilarious rhymes. How did you think of lyrics like these?</strong> </p><p style="">"It's just stuff I just think. Some things are serious but are funny at the same time."</p><p><strong>What was your favorite venue to play at before the Coronavirus?</strong></p><p style="">"I wanna say Club NOTO in Philly, we've done five or six shows there, we've played with Roddi Rich, it was lit. It's a popular club where people come after their shows. You gotta come out to Philly, our shows are lit."</p><p><strong><strong>The biography on your website mentions that you are, "making moves toward success as [you] continue [your] career, and continues the 'Black Priv' Movement. Can you explain a little bit about the 'Black Priv' Movement?</strong></strong></p><p><span></span>"The Black Priv Movement is something that I came up with, with my sister. She was like 'You should be Black Priv', and I thought about it and began to think, 'This is bigger than me.' We are all Black Priv, and we all want to make a change in the world. I don't really feel like artists are speaking enough about what are going on within our communities enough."<br></p><p><strong>Your online store is currently selling visors for $20, and bandanas for $10, are there any plans on releasing more merch?</strong> </p><p style="">"Yeah, we're working on crazy merch, and I don't wanna say too much but we have some hoodies coming up." </p><p><strong>If you were stranded on a desert island, what would be the one album you would need to have with you?</strong> </p><p style="">"Definitely Jay-Z's album <em>In My Lifetime</em>. Especially on an island."</p><p><strong>What advice would you give rappers who are just starting out?</strong></p><p style="">"You have to go hard, its not just about rapping, its about hustling too. You have to go out there and put up posters. People don't wanna go out with you, you can be cool and put up posters, and people will remember that later." </p><p><strong>Before this interview ends are there anyone you'd like to shout-out, or anything you would like to announce?</strong></p><p>"Shout out to ya'll, like I said keep going. Turn it up. Black Priv." </p>
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5 Iconic Quotes That Will Forever Be Remembered From Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg
As we mourn Supreme Court Justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, let us look back on the most iconic moments of her career that have changed life in America as well as life for women everywhere.
19 September
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News broke that Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg has sadly passed away. Here are five of her most iconic quotes that will live on forever!
<h2>1) "It is not women's liberation, it is women's and men's liberation."</h2><p>Freedom for women is freedom for everyone. Throughout her career, she was a pioneer for gender equality. She paved the way for women in not only legal sectors, but for all industries. She faced adversity on her rise to the Supreme Court but did not let that stop her.</p><h2>2) "So that's the dissenter's hope: that they are writing not for today but for tomorrow."</h2><div>In the Supreme Court, when a decision is not unanimous, the Justices that disagree write a dissent, or an explanation on why they did not agree with the majority decision. I think that this quote is very important because part of progress is not giving up when you face adversity, but having the courage to disagree and hope that change will come.<span class="redactor-invisible-space"></span></div><h2>3) "Reacting in anger or annoyance will not advance one's ability to persuade."</h2><div>This quote from her doesn't only apply to the Supreme Court or a life in politics. When faced with any challenge, especially with another person, we need to stay focused on the task at hand. Keeping a level mind will help us accomplish anything we put our minds to. Knowing and understanding this concept will help anyone, male or female, get far in life and help others as well.<span class="redactor-invisible-space"></span></div><h2>4) "There's nothing in the Constitution that says the President stops being President in his last year."</h2><div>Currently, with elections coming up, many people know that the decisions that the President makes now, will directly impact his chances in the election. Justice Ginsburg, agreed that just because the election is coming up, does not mean that the President has free reign to make decisions solely for the purpose of re-election. It is important for us to understand that, especially going into the election season.<span class="redactor-invisible-space"></span></div><h2>5) "All I can say is I am sensitive to discrimination on any basis because I have experienced that upset."</h2><div>Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a pioneer in women's rights and liberal views on the Supreme Court. She has touched many of our lives, whether we know it or not. Her drive and passion for social justice and equality is motivation for younger generations to follow in her footsteps.<span class="redactor-invisible-space"></span></div><p class=""> <strong>Rest in Power, Ruth Bader Ginsburg (March 15, 1933 - September 18, 2020)</strong></p>
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It's Seasonal.
Once, Bazzi wrote "Conversations With Myself." I think about that twice a year.
19 September
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Photo by Jan Kahánek on Unsplash
If I'm being honest, it's been a little hard for me to write this week. I feel like I know what I want to say but I can't quite articulate it, so I'm just going to make a list of things that have been on my mind this week.
<p>My complaints:</p><ol class="ee-ol"><li>I'm not that into college. </li></ol><p>I mean, who is these days? And I should make it clear, I enjoy education. I like learning and I think we all do, but just like millions of other young adults across the world, I no longer believe the goal of modern education is to educate. How much work have I done this semester? Tons. This week alone I had more than 16 mini assignments due in one class along with two tests and a project due by the beginning of next week. This does not include the time I have to allot to watch lectures for my online classes or attend lectures for my in person ones. Basically, I've been working. How much have I learned? Next to nothing. And it's not like I don't want to learn anything, that would actually be nice, but at this rate everything is all one stressful, hazy, sleep deprived blur. In fact, the most I've learned is from my online classes which are significantly less demanding and time consuming than my zoom classes which seem to demand my happiness in exchange for a decent grade. In other words, I'm tired and I know everybody else is too.</p><p><div id="div-gpt-2647714294-content-ad" class="ad"><script>
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</div></p><p style="margin-left: 20px;">2. Hurt people, hurt people.</p><p>Yeah that's probably common knowledge at this point, but do you ever just randomly think about all the ways you might have unknowingly hurt people because you were hurting? If you're one of those perfect people who have never been hurt or hurt someone else (knowingly or unknowingly): please stop reading. You are not real and I don't like you, but also I might be jealous? If you have ever been hurt, hurt someone, or have gone through something you didn't deserve to: Congratulations, you are relatable and are a part of our collective suffering. You have said things, done things, allowed things, or seen things you have to live with and not only can you not change them, but you are also painfully aware. Yes, I am describing self-reflection. The funny (and sometimes painfully necessary) thing about self-reflection is once you start, you can't really stop. Even if you're not always consciously reflecting, one day you might randomly start thinking about all the things you've ever done, didn't do, or can't remember doing and you just have to keep living with them and it never stops (at least I don't think it stops, I mean I am only 19.) And while that can be hard, it keeps us from being doomed to repeat the same things over and over again which would be insane, ask Einstein. In other words, self-reflection and the ability and the desire to do differently gives us hope. Today, the second day of my period, I thought about things I wish I could change. There were a lot. Now, tonight, I am thinking about things I can't wait to try and ways I can, must, and want to do differently. Yeah I know: "she's changing." If you've been reading my stuff then you've heard it all before, but if I can't keep trying what else can I do? (Personal experience: complaining does not work.)</p><p>I like thinking differently and that's the end of my list. See ya!</p><p>Also does anyone know of any good youth Bible study groups in the area (Raleigh)? I never knew what adults meant when they said I'd probably struggle with my faith in college. Now, I get it. Preferably through zoom, please let me know!</p><p>Signed: Reaching </p>
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