Written by Sam Tanous, Class of ’25 In the dynamic landscape of college sports recruiting, a whole new era has started. Social media platforms are becoming tools for athletes looking to catch the eyes of college coaches. With the traditional methods of recruiting evolving, the concept of athletes branding themself online has never been more…
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Scrolling through Life – The Blueprint and Effects of Social Media’s Addictive Nature
Written by Freddy Fernandez, Class of ’24 Social Media has had a significant impact on our daily lives from gathering information to communicating in an instant. However, it has also been designed to keep its users engaged leading us to spend more time on our phones. Platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube have all…
The “Aesthetic” of Overconsumption: How Social Media Contributes to Consumerism
Written by Emily Avila, Class of ’25 When scrolling through TikTok, you are likely to come across dozens of videos hashtagged with #tiktokmademebuyit or large shopping “hauls,” in which influencers spend half of their paychecks on loads of unnecessary items just for the “aesthetic” of purchasing the latest trends. Platforms such as TikTok, whose primary…
Wing Bar Continues to Thrive Thanks to Social Media
By Ailekhu Longe, Class of ’24 Wing Bar (684 Bergen Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304) is a local night bar known for its flavored chicken wings, smash burgers, and variety of liquor. Their food and liquor, coupled with their friendly and respectful staff make for a great environment for customers to eat, drink, socialize, and…
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