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Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor

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A study conducted by MIT students revealed that false news is more likely to be retweeted than true stories. Photo used with permission from Rubaitul Azad on Unsplash

The dark side of X

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
June 4, 2025
Recently, diet culture has rebranded into something focused on "wellness" instead of physical image; however, the culture still maintains a harmful and toxic nature.

The rebrand of diet culture

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
May 2, 2025
A survey conducted by Pfizer found that 87% of Americans report having at least one fear about aging. Photo used with permission from Malin K. via Unsplash.

Everyone is afraid of aging

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
April 14, 2025
Getting a manicure is a relaxing treatment, but many customers overlook the potential germs teeming in their favorite salon. Photo used with permission from Giorgio Travato via Unsplash.

The unsanitary side of nail salons

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
March 27, 2025
In an increasingly isolated world, genuine romantic relationships seem extremely rare. Picture used with permission from René Ranisch from Unsplash

The problem with modern dating

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
March 19, 2025
Women's history month celebrates the achievements and legacy of women throughout history, and their lasting impact on society.

Women’s Her-story Month

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
March 13, 2025
Plastic packaging, which can release microplastics into food, is commonly used for protein products.

You are what you eat: Microplastics in meat

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
February 25, 2025
What was once a holiday celebrating devotion and love, Valentine's Day has become a day that seemingly commemorates and promotes consumption

The commercialization of cupid

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
February 8, 2025
Quiz: Which Gossip Girl character are you?

Quiz: Which Gossip Girl character are you?

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
January 30, 2025
Some love listening to the same holiday hits every year, but 23% of Americans dread the music played during this holiday because they find it repetitive and mentally draining. Photo used with permission from Little Plant via Unsplash

Why has Christmas music become stagnant?

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
December 19, 2024
Group projects are often a way for students to learn, collaborate and grow with their peers--- however, do group projects really serve that exact purpose?

Rethinking the value of group projects

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
December 16, 2024
As the years go on, more and more women amass enough money to reach the billion dollars mark. Photo used with permission from Bermix Studio via Unsplash.

The rise of self-made female billionaires

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
December 12, 2024
Fenton, located in Cary, is a shopping center that caters to all shoppers. From salons to apparel stores, restaurants to movie theaters, Fenton is the perfect destination for an outing with friends and family.

A shopping center for everyone: Fenton

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
December 9, 2024
Black Friday used to be a highly anticipated holiday where shoppers could get coveted items at a fraction of their price; however, in recent years, can "anticipated" still describe this holiday?
Photo used with permission from Artem Beliaikin via Unsplash

The downfall of Black Friday

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
November 22, 2024
While many people see NCAA athletes compete in March Madness, most don't understand the recruiting process.

Tough competition: Stress during recruitment

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
November 15, 2024
Mrs. Perdomo displays her Day of the Dead decorations.

Día de Muertos

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
November 1, 2024
The Varsity Volleyball team shares their practice with the PEPI students. Photo used with permission from @greenhopevb via Instagram.

Feeling PEPI

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
November 8, 2024
Photo used with permission from Rachel Park via Unsplash

Breakfast culture: America vs. the world

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
October 29, 2024
Studying with a group is a great way to build accountability and reduce procrastination. Photo with permission from Brooke Cagle on Unsplash.

Academic motivation: Pave your way to success

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
September 25, 2024
The varsity team poses for a picture after Fight For 55 success. Photo via @ ghwtennis on instagram.

Undefeated: Women’s tennis makes a racket

Ava Kruczko, Student Life Editor
September 17, 2024
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