Author: Collin Pence

The platypus is truly a fascinating creature for many reasons. It has a unique mix of features: a bill that resembles a duck’s, a tail similar to a beaver’s, and feet that look like an otter’s. What’s even more interesting is that, even though it’s a mammal, the platypus lays eggs, which is quite rare … Continue reading Platypuses Are More Than Just Secret Agents

The application process into college can be a rigorous process and oftentimes extremely stressful. Students all over the world submit their applications and sometimes the decisions come down to decimals on a GPA. However, on many occasions the decision simply comes down to whether or not a member of an individual's family attended the college … Continue reading Educational Privilege, That Can’t be True

In the current climate, it may seem that every political discussion devolves into a dispute. Whether during classroom debates, family gatherings, or social media comment sections, individuals frequently fail to engage with each other, opting instead to talk over one another. But what if we could alter that dynamic? Adopting three straightforward practices like actively … Continue reading Political Polarization

Many high school students are thinking about how to start their college education early as they look to the future. Advanced Placement (AP) and dual credit courses are two common choices, each with unique benefits and difficulties. But which option is better for students? Dual credit courses allow high school students to accumulate college credits … Continue reading Dual Credit vs AP, Which is better?

Students all around the world struggle with mental health issues. Some of these issues are caused at birth. Others are caused by external factors, such as school or work. Mental health is a serious issue that often gets overlooked or completely disregarded. A large factor of student’s mental health issues come from stress. Stress is … Continue reading Stressed students, that can’t be good