Another angle: Not all study content is toxic

A few weeks ago, The Peak published a thought-provoking critique of StudyTok by Maya Barillas Mohan. As someone who’s been in university since 2017,...

Gyms must have exclusive spaces for women and gender diverse people

Extremely beneficial for mental and physical health, going to the gym can also bring overall social well-being. Whether you do strength training, mobility training,...

A DNA test alone doesn’t make you Indigenous

Since 2019, the MIT Technology Review notes that “more than 26 million consumers had added their DNA to four leading commercial ancestry and health...

Death doulas bring dignity to death

In many cultures, death doulas provide assistance and care to people in their final stages of life. The doula’s role is to advocate and...

The shared struggles and liberation of Indigenous communities in Sri Lanka and the North of Turtle Island

According to Amnesty International, there are nearly 500 million Indigenous people around the world, comprising over 5,000 different Peoples. Indigeneity, and the struggles of...

In memory of Dolly Parton, let’s support local literacy initiatives

Dolly Parton, a globally beloved celebrity, has passed away. One of the most iconic and successful musicians of all time, she was also acclaimed...

Approaching learning with a beginner’s mind is crucial for students

Content warning: mentions of institutionalized racism (residential schools and racially segregated schools), eugenics, the Holocaust, and forced sterilization. As little kids, the world often appears...

Having friends with common interests is the best gift you can get

Opposites attract, eh? Well, I find that complete bullshit! I believe having shared interests can be so crucial to bonding with people. For some,...

Dua Lipa’s online haven of literature

Content warning: brief mention of suicide and substance use disorder.  I am convinced that in another life, Dua Lipa was an English major. Her podcast...

StudyTok promotes a problematic approach to learning

You may have heard of StudyTok. It’s a niche community with guides on creating effective flashcards, instructions for prettier handwriting, and all-nighter study marathon...