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The Pursuit of Healthiness

What it means to perform and commodify wellness on campus.

by KATRINA JANCO

Life After Antidepressants

We've begun to destigmatize medication for depression. What's less frequently discussed is what happens when it’s time to stop the drugs.

by ISABELLA SIMONETTI

When Gun Violence Hits Home

For students from nearby cities, the effects of the El Paso and Dayton shootings outlast today’s news cycle.

by KATIE BONTJE

Ego

Ego of the Week: Tanya Jain

This student leader is changing the face of feminism at Penn.

by HANNAH YUSUF

Meet Daniel Gordon: The Student Government Leader Who Always Finds Time For Others

Unwaveringly enthusiastic, Daniel Gordon shares his passion for school spirit, wellness, and Netflix.

by KATIE FARRELL

Ego of the Week: Stephanie Wu

The Penn Debate Society president discusses her love for gender equity and what it's like coming from Australia to Wharton.

by AMANPREET SINGH

Word on the Street

My Battle with My Racial Identity was More of a War

But it was my fight to win, and there was never any room for your microaggressions.

by NAJMA DAYIB

How a Passion Project Turned into an Identity Crisis

My love for making YouTube videos made me question whether I was really happy with myself.

by MORGAN JONES

Finding Faith on My Own Terms

How my definition of spirituality has evolved throughout my life.

by SOPHIE BURKHOLDER

Film & TV

'The Goldfinch': Is It Really That Bad?

'The Goldfinch' made headlines for being a disaster, but it's still a serviceable adaptation of a complicated book.

by ANNA COLLINS

Hollywood's LGBTQ Problem: Poor Representation and One–Dimensional Portrayals

How Hollywood exploits the LGBT community, and how it should change.

by ANNA COLLINS

What's Wrong With Hollywood?: The Aftermath of 'Avengers: Endgame'

Production studios are desperately trying—and failing—to recreate the success of the highest grossing movie of all time.

by SAM SANDERS

Music

Sofar Sounds: Perfect for Students, but Problematic for Artists

People question whether the concert experience startup gives artists the recognition they deserve.

by TERESA XIE

Kacey Musgraves' Rainbow was Blinding at The Met Philly

The country–pop star reminds us what "yeehaw" really means.

by SAM KESLER

What Was 2019's 'Song of the Summer'?

Street picks the songs that defined this past season.

by TERESA XIE

Arts

'arms ache avid aeon' Brings ACT UP–Era Activism to the ICA

Four core members of the art collective fierce pussy showcase work old and new.

by SOPHIE BURKHOLDER

Bloomers' LaughtHERFest Is Fighting for Inclusive Comedy

The event—which takes place on Saturday, Sep. 14—seeks to empower anyone who wants to be funny.

by HANNAH YUSUF

'I Do Not Know What I Am Like': Bill Viola at the Barnes

The latest special exhibition at the Barnes is a video–centric spiritual wonder in contemporary art.

by SOPHIE BURKHOLDER

Style

Here's What You Should Know About CCD Restaurant Week 2019

Restaurants both new and old are stepping up their menus for the beloved event.

by TARA O'BRIEN

Where to Find The Best Soups in Philly

Fix your cold with an extra helping of chicken noodle.

by KARIN HANANEL

These Brands Can Help You 'Try On' A Tattoo Before You Get Inked

These temporary tattoo brands seek to imitate the look of the real thing.

by JORDAN WACHSMAN

Overheards

Overheards 9.18.2019

Needy vegetable ex–lover: "Am I getting ghosted by Hip City Veg?"

by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE

Overheards 9.11.2019

Rollerblade Elitist: “Every time I see an electric skateboard a part of me dies.”

by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE

Overheards 09.04.2019

Married to Math 104: “I want to hook up with this guy, but I have to go to math class.”

by 34TH STREET MAGAZINE

Sam Byers

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Election Reflection: Sam Byers C'16

When I woke up this morning I experienced profound disappointment. The sensation had nothing to do with Donald Trump’s unexpected and momentous victory — I stayed up late enough last night to know the projected winner.
November 10, 2016 at 8:56 am

More articles by Sam Byers

The Pursuit of Healthiness

Life After Antidepressants

When Gun Violence Hits Home

Ego of the Week: Tanya Jain

Meet Daniel Gordon: The Student Government Leader Who Always Finds Time For Others

Ego of the Week: Stephanie Wu

My Battle with My Racial Identity was More of a War

How a Passion Project Turned into an Identity Crisis

Finding Faith on My Own Terms

'The Goldfinch': Is It Really That Bad?

Hollywood's LGBTQ Problem: Poor Representation and One–Dimensional Portrayals

What's Wrong With Hollywood?: The Aftermath of 'Avengers: Endgame'

Sofar Sounds: Perfect for Students, but Problematic for Artists

Kacey Musgraves' Rainbow was Blinding at The Met Philly

What Was 2019's 'Song of the Summer'?

'arms ache avid aeon' Brings ACT UP–Era Activism to the ICA

Bloomers' LaughtHERFest Is Fighting for Inclusive Comedy

'I Do Not Know What I Am Like': Bill Viola at the Barnes

Here's What You Should Know About CCD Restaurant Week 2019

Where to Find The Best Soups in Philly

These Brands Can Help You 'Try On' A Tattoo Before You Get Inked

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