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Will this Semester be Different?

Maddie Hager February 3, 2021

As a student recovering from the Fall 2020 semester, it felt like I experienced an entire book series worth of trauma and character development, all shoved into a 16-week semester. Instead of looking...

We're Halfway There

We’re Halfway There

Maddie Hager October 17, 2020

With midterms' appearance being made, I’d like to start this out with a breathing exercise, but I’m sure your smartwatches and exercise tracking apps are doing enough reminding of that. The fall...

The cultural impact of Generation Z

The cultural impact of Generation Z

Maddie Hager September 13, 2020

The world is already aware of Generation Z’s impact.  Born between the mid-90s and the early 2010s, Generation Z has been through an insurmountable amount of societal highs and lows. Coming...

Student Government results: Bautista and Haas win President, VP race

Student Government results: Bautista and Haas win President, VP race

Maddie Hager and Elias Born September 3, 2020

Colorado Mesa University (CMU) senior Angel Bautista and junior Daniel Haas were elected as the Associated Student Government (ASG) President and Vice President on Sept. 2, 2020. 1,460 votes were tallied...

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Get your food fix in Grand Junction

Maddie Hager August 18, 2020

 Navigating a new town and its culinary scene can be overwhelming, so here are five establishments that are worthy of your business and offer big payoffs for your taste buds.  1. Jimmy’z...

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Lessons learned from a global pandemic

Maddie Hager August 18, 2020

Turmoil from the COVID-19 pandemic has changed our everyday life in simple and profound ways. With the general population divided amongst topics like health practices and politics, our society will continue...

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The hardest goodbyes

Maddie Hager August 18, 2020

While transitioning into the traditional college experience, it is a difficult process to depart from those who contributed to the nurture, love and memories that helped raise us. These positive relationships...

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Give yourself the TLC

Maddie Hager August 17, 2020

Lower division courses can be some of the most challenging to take at college, so there is no shame in seeking help when you need it. The Tutorial Learning Center (TLC) offers free resources to assist...

What to do during quarantine

What to do during quarantine

Maddie Hager April 24, 2020

How individuals choose to spend their time during social distancing gives light to inner desires and self-discovery.  With the exponential spread of COVID-19, people around the world worry for the...

Group exercise classes to add to your schedule

Group exercise classes to add to your schedule

Maddie Hager March 10, 2020

Group exercise classes are an added benefit for gym members at Hamilton Recreation Center Hamilton Recreation (Rec) Center on Colorado Mesa University’s (CMU) Campus. The Rec Center offers...

CMU bringing a Center for Reflection to campus

CMU bringing a Center for Reflection to campus

Maddie Hager and Elias Born March 5, 2020

In an effort to aid student mental health and well-being, Colorado Mesa University (CMU) will be bringing a new renovation, called the Center for Reflection to campus. A mock version of the outside...

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HAC & ASG pass bills for Psychology Club, Student Nurse Association

Maddie Hager February 26, 2020

The House Appropriations Committee (HAC) and Associated Student Government (ASG) of Colorado Mesa University (CMU) passed two bills during the week of Feb. 17. The first bill was presented by four...

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