Hi! My name is Maiya Johnson, and I am from Orlando, Florida. I am a senior at Florida State University, double majoring in Religion and English (Editing, Writing & Media). I am also an honors in the major student in the Religion Department! A few of my main interests in religious studies are: Mormon studies,Continue reading “Understanding the Lived Religious Experiences of Queer LDS Women”
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Studying a Potential Reduction in Binge Eating
Hello everyone! My name is Jamila Guard and I am a 3rd year majoring in Behavioral Neuroscience. I am currently conducting research within Dr. Eckel’s research lab which studies dysregulated eating behaviors. Watching the challenges faced by close friends and family struggling with eating disorders highlights the need to overcome unhealthy eating habits. ThisContinue reading “Studying a Potential Reduction in Binge Eating”
Reclaiming and Reimagining Through Retrospective: Queerness and the Art Historical Canon
My name is Clay Barczak, I am a student in the Bachelors of Fine Arts program at FSU who focuses on painting and drawing. My work places strong emphasis on engaging in historical practices of painting from a contemporary —somewhat digitized— perspective. Following graduation from FSU, I plan to continue on in the realm ofContinue reading “Reclaiming and Reimagining Through Retrospective: Queerness and the Art Historical Canon”
Los Hijos de La Madre Tierra
Hello! My name is Miriam Alrahil, and I am a third year student at FSU pursuing a dual degree in Latin American and Caribbean Studies and Middle Eastern Studies. My love of languages has placed me into a whirlwind of academic experiences here at FSU, as through both the Arabic and Spanish departments I haveContinue reading “Los Hijos de La Madre Tierra”
Ending
My original interests began with the Middle East. I think Arabic is a really unique language and the diversity in the language and MENA region are fascinating. I wanted to learn more about the eastern hemisphere and went over there and got to experience a place full of variety. I didn’t enjoy it as muchContinue reading “Ending”
Revisiting my Interests After my Experience
During my experience over the summer I was able to learn more about student activism and grow as a person. I also learned more about myself and my interests. I learned a lot more about leadership as a whole and the necessary attributes needed to be a good leader. As a self-driven student, leading isContinue reading “Revisiting my Interests After my Experience”
Recent News Story
A recent story I have read about in the news is the wildfires in Maui, HI. The pictures of the aftermath of this wildfire is truly devastating and has been named the deadliest wildfire in modern U.S. history with over 89 casualties. In addition to casualties, this fire has truly wreaked havoc on the islandContinue reading “Recent News Story”
Farewell to Student PIRGs
As I say farewell to my internship experience working as a Fellow for Student PIRGs, I am reminded of how much I have learned and grown from the beginning of the summer. I’ve learned a lot about student activism, being a leader, and how to balance remote work and my health. Overall, my experience wasContinue reading “Farewell to Student PIRGs”
My Space While Working Remote
The maps of my spaces I inhabit daily are unique to my internship as a PIRG Fellow. Due to my experience being 100% remote, my work life revolves around this. My apartment room is very important to me as it facilitates my ability to complete my work and participate in my internship to the bestContinue reading “My Space While Working Remote”
Developing a Sense of Community Through Zoom
Community to me has always been more than just a physical space. Through social media and forming bonds through sports, interests, and traveling, your community and network can be as large as you can imagine. With the use of the internet and social media, these connections can be limitless. Through my experience with Student PIRGs,Continue reading “Developing a Sense of Community Through Zoom”
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