Opinion Feeling unsure about facing a classroom again 13 April 2021 Allison Nikles A freshman shares how in-person learning exacerbated her anxiety prior to the pandemic.
The Essayist Antidepressants helped me cope in a pandemic 16 March 2021 Allison Nikles A student describes her experience with anxiety and starting medication to treat it last year.
The Essayist I want snow days back 19 February 2021 Allison Nikles A student shares how she misses snow days from her childhood.
The Essayist Lights, camera: Movie theaters are back in action 16 February 2021 Allison Nikles A student describes her anticipation to see movies in a theater again one year after the Oscars.
Commentary Pennsylvania should model Philly’s inclusive health care 02 February 2021 Allison Nikles A student argues that Philadelphia has done a good job advancing LGBTQ health care, and the rest of the state should follow suit.
Commentary We settled for Biden then, but we won’t now 19 January 2021 Allison Nikles A student argues Democrats should not be complacent after President Trump’s term is over.
Opinion Summer brings depression but winter brings relief 29 December 2020 Allison Nikles A student writes about her feelings of depression and anxiety that usually occur in the summer when school is out.
Personal Essays Freshman year: Pack light, ‘just in case’ 01 December 2020 Allison Nikles A student describes her experience moving into a residence hall during the COVID-19 pandemic to move off campus later that semester.
Opinion I don’t feast on Thanksgiving or any other holiday 17 November 2020 Allison Nikles A student describes how her anxiety makes Thanksgiving festivities especially difficult for her.
Commentary Supporting local dining options is still imperative 03 November 2020 Allison Nikles A student argues others should help Reading Terminal Market and other small businesses.