As a kid, I could hardly sit still on the three-hour drive to my aunt’s house. When we pulled into the driveway, I would sprint directly to the kitchen counter, where steam floated above my favorite mug. Nothing beat taking that first sip of my favorite vanilla caramel tea while I caught my aunt up...
For weeks we faced it. Heart-shaped candy in every storefront. Roses at every table. Red clothing as far as the eye can see. For some, this is a welcome sign of Valentine’s Day. For others, this is a trigger for what experts refer to as Singleness-Affective Disorder. If you are like most Americans, you’ve probably...
Carole King’s 1971 release “Tapestry” just hit its fiftieth birthday. After its release, “Tapestry” cemented King as one of the most prominent singer-songwriters for decades to come. The record, co-written with James Taylor, has since been certified platinum 13 times, according to CNN. King won Grammy Awards for Album of the Year and Best Pop...
When I arrived on campus, it was the first time I had complete autonomy over organizing my side of the room, what could go on the walls, and what my style would be. Decorating my dorm room was ultimately the first step in establishing independence from my parents and building community among my fellow residents...
It was strange being back in Hillsdale for the Classical School Job Fair last week. I felt like I was back in Hillsdale as a student again. In some ways, Mr. Lotti, as I’ve been accustomed to being called for the last seven months, was replaced by Marcus, though I was still in a suit...