talking

A group of students talking in class
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What Grinds Our Gears: Talking in class

Peak Web March 6, 2024

By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor I’ve had enough with students talking during class. No, I’m not bothered by asking for a pencil or page number — what makes my blood boil is students having full-on conversations while a teacher is giving a lesson. Unfortunately, my cutting glares haven’t accomplished much to stop this tribulation, except get my nervous system even more riled up. So, here’s to those who haven’t gotten the hint. Look, I failed physics in high school, but even I know sound travels. You must be completely oblivious if you think your discussion doesn’t trickle down…

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A collection of pixelated images. Many are recognizable as the emojis we have today, including some like the astrological symbols, road signs, and a few food items.
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Emojis should be used in formal correspondence

Peak Web January 27, 2022

By: Jacob Mattie, Opinions Editor The Spring 2022 semester is in full swing, and though the in-person/online classes debate continues, it’s likely we’ll be interacting with one another mainly through emails and Zoom calls. While Zoom preserves some of the social…

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