The Ithacan

So next time, before you sign up for that Hot Yoga class that burns 600 calories in an hour, remember the true motives of yoga and how you may be disrespecting them.

Put yourself first. Be your own advocate and be thankful you chose a school that will advocate for you like Ithaca College has done for me.

We have a lot to do, but I am confident that with you we can author the story of a diverse, inclusive and hospitable community.

The founders of IC Pagans Community wanted a community where they could exist together, learn from one another, but also know that they are not alone.

It’s time for Ithaca College to stop profiting off marginalized communities they don’t even listen to.

So, let’s believe survivors. Let’s believe every single one of them. We only have everything to gain.

I am not asking for anyone to put the wrongdoings of our generation onto themselves. I suggest only that we recognize the areas in which we negatively contribute and amend our actions accordingly.

As a woman who faces challenges every day based on just that fact, it is unsettling to hear that the future of women’s reproductive rights lies in the hands of a man.

Be thankful for the education you are receiving, and if you have the opportunity, please give some of your time to help these girls.

That is what IC Young Americans for Liberty stands for on immigration. This would allow for the freer mobility of people to better their lives, while also contributing what they can to our society.

The truth is that we will likely never know what the residents were convicted for, yet we will also never know or understand the circumstances each individual comes from.

In my eyes, no leader of the Catholic Church is superior to the law, not even with endless practice of penance and prayer.