G. Mara Killian
The sad state of autism representation

The sad state of autism representation

I remember sitting in a psychiatrist’s office when I was seven. The fluorescent lights were bugging me. Not just because they strained my eyes–I could hear the buzzing when nobody else could. I was diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome, given a lollipop and sent home...

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The death of media literacy

The death of media literacy

On my internet feeds, there’s been a lot of controversy around the show Hazbin Hotel. The show follows the devil’s daughter as she tries to set up a place for sinners to redeem their souls. While the premise itself has people talking, the fourth episode, Masquerade,...

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Panhandling in the digital age

Panhandling in the digital age

I can only assume that panhandling has existed since the creation of wealth. While some do it because they need money, others con people into thinking they need it. But it’s no longer exclusive to mall parking lots or other places where there’s likely to be people....

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Changing the standard-ized

Changing the standard-ized

I’ve always had problems taking standardized tests. I do much better in project-based classes. This is the reason I took Digital Cinema and now I’m in Radio and Television. In my old program, I kept at least a 3.4 GPA at my worst. Since switching, I’ve maintained a...

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The 5 best cafés to study at

The 5 best cafés to study at

Last month, we talked about places around NAIT's campus that are good for studying. But the stress of school can sometimes get to you, so studying off campus might intrigue you. Here are a few places I'd suggest taking a look at. Photo via Block 1912 Block 1912 10361...

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