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Lea Crusen
Nov 20, 20247 min read
Understanding Masking: A Neurodiversity-Affirming Perspective
Many autistic people and people with other neurodivergences (eg, ADHD, Tourette's) experience pressure to alter their natural ways of...
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Jordan Birkner
Nov 19, 20244 min read
'A Modest Proposal' on abortion
Our society has an obligation to prevent any circumstances leading to abortion. This satire offers a solution to our sociopolitical dilemma.
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Stephen Puryear
Nov 6, 20242 min read
Lights! Camera! Analysis!
Comstock and Birkner discussed the thinkARGUMENTS online course and their research on its effectiveness as a tool for critical thinking.
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Jordan Birkner
Nov 6, 20243 min read
Targeting young voters came too little, too late for NC
Review of campaign strategies used by bipartisan candidates in the 2024 presidential election and their ultimate impact on N. Carolinians
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Jordan Birkner
Nov 6, 20243 min read
Deeming votes “spoilers” assumes they’d go to partisan candidates
While no third-party president is taking office soon, votes cast for are not wasted, nor are they likely to change election outcomes
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Jordan Birkner
Oct 30, 20242 min read
Extremophiles: Understanding creatures that live in impossible places
Robert Kelly discusses misconceptions about the microorganisms that live in extreme environments.
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Jordan Birkner
Oct 28, 20243 min read
NC State students craft creative costumes at Spooky Stitches
At NC State's event, students created innovative costumes. The event encouraged mending and upcycling to reduce textile waste.
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Jordan Birkner
Oct 20, 20243 min read
We need to act before tragedy occurs
Correspondent Jordan Birkner warns of consequences in dismissing or ignoring threats against safety.
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Jordan Birkner
Oct 1, 20244 min read
Queer people are tired of being villains
Correspondent Jordan Birkner argues that the LGBTQ+ celebrities have to hold themselves accountable to avoid fitting stereotypes.
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 18, 20243 min read
NC State needs to offer mental health resources to alumni
I always intended to continue my studies toward graduate school, but as I graduated last December, I knew I’d be taking at least 8 months...
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 12, 20243 min read
Reflection on First Venture as a Small Business
Jordan reflects on result of first independent venture as a business entity after setting up her LLC in consulting.
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Grace Turschak
Sep 2, 20243 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Hozier deserves a class more than Taylor Swift
Correspondent Grace Turschak argues against Jordan Birkner that Hozier deserves a class at NC State more than Taylor Swift.
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 2, 20243 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Taylor Swift has made her place in history (class)
Correspondent Jordan Birkner argues against Grace Turschak that there is no artist more deserving of a class than Taylor Swift, even Hozier.
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Ben McNeely
Dec 14, 20232 min read
Technician Recognized For Coverage of Disability Issues
Technician opinion correspondent Jordan Birkner was recognized for her coverage of disability issues at NC State.
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Emilia Rivadeneira
Dec 5, 20233 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Let me schedule my appointment, damn it
Emilia criticizes Student Health’s excessive intake process, citing the need for a quicker and simpler access to mental health treatment.
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Jordan Birkner
Dec 5, 20233 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Tedious intakes are beneficial
The bureaucratic red tape of Student Health plays an important role in streamlining the process of receiving mental health treatment.
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Jordan Birkner
Dec 3, 20233 min read
Letter from a girlie who had a lot of opinions
Jordan writes her farewell to Technician as an opinion writer.
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Jordan Birkner
Oct 25, 20231 min read
Abstract, Assessing the Impact of a Critical Thinking Course: Instrument Development
Review abstract for research presented at the 25th annual MARCUS conference.
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Miriam Antelis
Oct 2, 20234 min read
College of Sciences Honors Outstanding Alumni, Student Achievements With 2023 Awards
The College of Sciences has recognized two alumni, two students and a faculty member for their outstanding achievements and contributions.
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Jordan Birkner
Oct 2, 20234 min read
Allyship is performative, solidarity and involvement can drive real change
Correspondent Jordan Birkner argues that people need to be more involved to truly help historically marginalized communities.
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