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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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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 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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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 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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Jordan Birkner
Sep 5, 20233 min read
NC State provides financial support and resources — if only we knew about them
Correspondent Jordan Birkner showcases useful resources NC State students can use to reduce costs to offset the weight of student loan debt.
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Jordan Birkner
Sep 4, 20233 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Professors, keep your biases out of the classroom
Correspondent Jordan Birkner argues against professors making their biases known to students.
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Jordan Birkner
Aug 20, 20233 min read
Stop trying to align yourself with like-minded people
Correspondent Jordan Birkner unpacks the importance and value of sharing spaces with people who think differently than you.
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Jordan Birkner
Jul 22, 20233 min read
ADHDers should work multiple part-time jobs instead of one full-time job
Explore why taking multiple part-time positions may be a beneficial work or career strategy for those with ADHD.
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Jordan Birkner
Jul 8, 20233 min read
Supreme Court Perspectives: Overturning affirmative action discounts impact of racial disparities
Explore the flaws with the U.S. Supreme Court's recent decision to do away with affirmative action in higher education.
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Jordan Birkner
Jun 17, 20233 min read
Bisexuals are neither confused nor unfulfilled
Correspondent Jordan Birkner details why misconceptions about bisexual identity are harmful and create hostile social environments.
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Jordan Birkner
Apr 22, 20233 min read
You should not feel ashamed of where you work
Why companies’ controversial histories should not be a deterrent for potential employees, citing the possibility to make change.
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Jordan Birkner
Apr 3, 20234 min read
Mental Health Journeys: Positive change doesn’t rely on a diagnosis
Jordan Birkner narrates her mental health experience regarding ADHD and autism diagnoses.
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