Jordan Birkner
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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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.
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.
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.
Jordan Birkner
Jul 22, 20233 min read
OPINION: 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.
Jordan Birkner
Jun 17, 20233 min read
OPINION: Bisexuals are neither confused nor unfulfilled
Correspondent Jordan Birkner details why misconceptions about bisexual identity are harmful and create hostile social environments.
Jordan Birkner
Apr 24, 20232 min read
Abstract, Moral Enhancement Technologies and ASD: Ethical Gentrification of a Population
Abstract for oral presentation Jordan presented at the OUR's 2023 Spring Symposium.
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.
Jordan Birkner
Mar 7, 20233 min read
DUELING COLUMN: Assignments should be due at class time
Correspondent Jordan Birkner argues that making assignments due at class time is more beneficial for students' health and wellbeing.
Jordan Birkner
Feb 27, 20233 min read
OPINION: Restructuring midterm exams should be prioritized for student wellbeing
Correspondent Jordan Birkner explains how the current midterm exam schedule is stressful for students and in need of a change.
Jordan Birkner and Koen Rodabaugh
Feb 21, 20233 min read
OPINION: Students suffering as University refuses to appropriately invest in expansion
In light of larger and larger freshman classes, Koen and Jordan delve into why the University must invest into health, education and more.
Jordan Birkner
Feb 7, 20232 min read
OPINION: Sexist advertising misleads sexual health
Unpack sexism in advertising for Hims and Hers.
Jordan Birkner
Oct 29, 20223 min read
OPINION: STEM students need creative expression
Highlights the importance of creative expression across disciplines, arguing that STEM students need more expression built into curriculums.
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