We by Yevgeny Zamyatin is arguably the first dystopian novel written, before George Orwell 1984. This work is rather interesting in that there is no sense of a definitively wholesome protagonist presented for the reader to follows. The story is told through the journal entries of a lead architect, who is working on a ship to go out into space. He in many aspects tends to be quite fickle. There…
In less than 200 pages, J.K. Stein’s memoir will break your heart. Inspired to tell her story after the #MeToo movement took the internet by storm, she gives readers a painfully truthful journey through a world dominated by powerful men who get away with some absolutely disgusting acts, some of which are viscerally described in the form of her journal entries. The worst part of this book is coming to…
One of the main points of pride Dentonites own is their dedication to education. As a college town that boasts two universities and residents who exceed the state average for obtaining bachelor’s degrees, it’s obvious we take our schools seriously. Now it’s time for Denton residents to make the right choice for the children and head to the polls. Yes, that means you. As of this past February, the Denton…
On April 10 Mark Zuckerberg, Facebook CEO, appeared before congress to testify in regard to Facebook’s role in a massive improper data release in conjunction with British political consulting firm, Cambridge Analytica. Cambridge Analytica, per their website, is a consulting firm that focuses on data mining, brokerage and analysis to create strategic communications in hopes to influencing electoral races for their customers. The allegations surrounding Facebook reached its peak…
By now, most people living in America are accustomed to the not-so-breaking news of a mass shooting. It’s a process that people now know too well. First, there’s a tragic shooting, which leads to grief, outrage and calls for action. If those affected make a big enough disruption, then maybe a piece of legislation gets introduced, which sparks a temporary back-and-forth debate between the liberals and the conservatives, and eventually…
E-cigarettes and vapes are heavily marketed to young adults or smokers addicted to nicotine. Since a standard cigarette involves burning tobacco, an e-cigarette is seen as safer because it does not involve combustion or inhalation of tar or carbon monoxide. Because of this misconception, research on damages caused by e-cigs and vapes is only recently becoming a concern. Effects of these cigarettes have been proven so terrible as to slow…
Victim-blaming, gun control, feminism and pride are all words that social media discusses flagrantly on a day-to-day basis. Our society recognizes these as problems, but these controversies may be a result of more individual problems. The Dunning-Kruger Effect is a phenomenon where individuals who are actually underperforming, generally overrate their performances due to a lack of metacognitive skills. A TedEd video called “Why Incompetent People Think They’re Amazing” features this effect and studies that show society’s “illusory superiority.” An example from the video said that…
Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat and Facebook are just a few of the social media platforms that many individuals spend time scrolling through daily. According to The Telegraph, “The average person has five social media accounts and spends around one hour and 40 minutes browsing these networks every day.” Last fall, I felt frustrated with the amount of time I noticed myself wasting simply by scrolling through said apps,; As a result,…
Who Is Robert S. Mueller III? Robert Swan Mueller III is an American lawyer who is currently serving as special counsel in charge of conducting a “full and thorough investigation of the Russian government’s efforts to interfere in the 2016 presidential election,” per the Office of the Deputy Attorney General. For most Americans, Mueller is an unknown individual who was all of a sudden thrust into the spotlight, but…
What first drew me in to the Seven Mile Cafe was the knowledge that they have plenty of vegan options. As I entered what looks like a quaint, little blue house converted to a restaurant, I immediately sensed I had found a place with real charm. My sister, Jenna, accompanied me as my breakfast date, and we both decided pancakes and lattes were the way to go. I was contented…
Mourning Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School On Wednesday Feb. 14, 2018, tragedy struck Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida. Former student Nikolas Cruz opened fire on students at 2:21 p.m., according to Fox news. The gunman shot and killed 17 victims and injured 14 others. As the community mourns the loss of loved ones, Chief Public Defender Howard Finkelstein stated, “Every red flag was there, and nobody did…
First-year students learn quickly that majors begin to define their lifestyle and the people that surround them. Circulating through different major circles is easier in core classes, but major genres are enough to fit people into small subcategories of “artistic,” “intellectual,” or “creative.” The differentiation between creativity and intellect does not start at the university level, though. Many students enrolled in Advanced Placement or Dual-Credit classes in high school qualified…
As I read the title “Turtles All The Way Down” scrawled in bold black letters with an orange spiral swirling behind them by John Green, I was immediately intrigued. I have been a fan of Green’s works for years and have read “Looking for Alaska,” “Paper Towns” and “Let it Snow.” The inside blurb describes a girl named Aza accidentally uncovering a mystery in her town while trying to balance…
Known as the “Polka Dot Princess,” Yayoi Kusama is a Japanese artist, avant-garde sculptor and author. The exhibit, “All the Eternal Love I Have for Pumpkins,” will be at the Dallas Museum of Art through Feb. 25. Tickets to this exhibit cost $16, and the exhibit itself is limited to two people at a time with a 45 second time limit. Kusama is said to be one of the most popular artists…
Big bows and pigtails, Frilly dresses and pink everywhere. Told to not say this or don’t do that, To sit straight and talk soft. To not curse and to stay neat. Dainty and polite is what is expected, Loud-spoken and boyish is not an option. Boy shorts and tank tops were not accepted, Clean shoes and brushed hair was important. That was then, this is now, No bows and more…
Net Neutrality: What Is It? Although the term net neutrality is one that has only recently become known to the masses, net neutrality and the battle for an open internet has been around since the early 2000s. Net neutrality can best be described as the facilitation of an open and free internet for consumers through regulations that prohibit any internet service provider(ISP) from blocking or throttling internet connections. The regulations…
The real Valentine’s Day Pink hearts, chocolate hearts and candy hearts fill the stores before February can even officially begin. People are suddenly falling in love and wanting an extravagant date with their boo. Couples are dropping hundreds of dollars just for some flowers that will die within a week and chocolates that will be eaten in two days. Valentine’s Day is overrated. Show love year-round and not just on…