Julia Merola

All women deserve the right to safe abortions in Pennsylvania

08 February 2022 Julia Merola

A student argues that voters must take action now against a recent abortion threat.

Online exams should be permanent for Temple’s students

08 February 2022 Julia Merola

A student argues that because standardized tests are online, taking it in a classroom should be optional too.

Temple students, it’s time to step up and donate blood

25 January 2022 Julia Merola

A student argues that during the blood shortage, their peers must make the effort to donate.

Changing my mindset on New Year’s resolutions

05 January 2022 Julia Merola

A student recounts the pressure they felt while attempting to fulfill their New Year’s resolutions relating to health and grades over the course of 13 years.

The Essayist 2021: A Year of Firsts

07 December 2021 Julia Merola

This year’s edition of The Essayist reflects on college students’ experiences as they transition to post-pandemic life.

Going to therapy isn’t my weakness, it’s my strength

07 December 2021 Julia Merola

A student recounts how their misconceptions about therapy changed after their first session.

Feeling like I was the only one responsible for climate change

09 November 2021 Julia Merola

A student describes how learning about the climate crisis in a third grade class caused anxiety.

Sex education is necessary for all of Temple’s students

09 November 2021 Julia Merola

A student argues that Temple should offer reoccurring sex education addressing consensual relationships.

Immigrants are not responsible for educating Americans about xenophobia

09 November 2021 Julia Merola

A student argues that United States citizens must combat xenophobia through education.

Temple’s students need to know how to use self-defense

26 October 2021 Julia Merola

A student argues that Temple should be informing students about self-defense programs.