The debate between woman versus female - Washburn Review
WEBFeb 28, 2023 · As our understanding of sex, gender and other related ideas change, so does the language used to talk about them. New words are adopted and old ones discarded; meanings are revised for the modern lexicon. As we continue to learn, the way we use language changes. Historically, the words “female” and “woman” or “women” were
Reality TV distorts people’s perception of true reality
WEBFeb 21, 2023 · Reality shows are TV programs that follow the lives of real people and is meant to be a source of entertainment. However, these shows represent how reality can be distorted through editing and deceiving impacting viewers’ perceptions of reality. Reality shows can have positive effects on confidence and mental health, but they can also harm ...
History of Topeka: Beyond the Textbooks - Washburn Review
WEBApr 10, 2024 · Thanks to digitized newspaper archives and the TSCPL, there is a story hidden in history that explains how Topeka received its nickname the “Golden City.”. Topeka got its name from the indigenous word, pronounced “doe-peka,” that means “a good place for potatoes.”. “This guy named Thomas Say said that the Indian name for [the ...
The Washburn Review - Established 1885
WEBThe Washburn Review - Established 1885. Subscribe to our newsletter! Download the College News Source app! Students discover themselves in WSGA multi-part series IgniteU. Students discover opportunities at Washburn’s Majors and Minors Fair. Breaking the Silence: Psychology Club Hosts Meeting on …
Book Review: Trevor Noah balances humor with harsh realties in …
WEBDec 6, 2023 · "Born a Crime" is a captivating memoir written by Trevor Noah, the former host of "The Daily Show." The book provides a unique and compelling perspective on growing up in post-apartheid South Africa. Noah's storytelling is both humorous and poignant, allowing readers to explore the complexities of his childhood in …
The dangers of apathy - Washburn Review
WEBApathy is a lack of feeling, emotion and interest. It’s a state of indifference. An apathetic individual has an absence of concern about emotional, social, spiritual, philosophical and/or physical life and the world around them. Simply put, they don’t care. In today’s media-saturated world, it’s easy to succumb to apathy – especially ...
Jaedon Blocker publishes first poetry book of series
WEBJaedon Blocker, sophomore early education major, expresses his passion for poetry as he becomes a published author at the young age of 21. “It was actually first through music, listening to lyrics and stuff is kind of what originally got me into writing poetry,” Blocker said. Some of the musical artists that Blocker found inspiration
Classes begin and construction continues for Plass Learning …
WEBAug 22, 2024 · The Washburn University Library and Student Success building is being moved to the Plass Learning Resources Center from the Mabee Library. Plass has had multiple changes of its purpose recently. The new library in Plass was marketed as being complete by Aug. 5, 2024. However, the fall semester has started and the library still
The impact of college stress on students’ eating habits
WEBApr 19, 2023 · The food we consume plays a key role in maintaining our stress levels. According to Tiffany McManis, director of student health services at Washburn University, food can have a powerful impact on mood, stress level and mental health. “When we are eating an unhealthy diet, we feel less energetic, this lack of energy can decrease our ...
A Rocking Success at Rock the Rec - Washburn Review
WEBAug 22, 2024 · The Rec employees made the event increasingly smoother. “Setting up the event was honestly pretty easy; we had a lot of workers. And it was a lot of fun to work here,” Hannigan said. The Rock the Rec event was an incredible success with optimal attendacne and engaging activities that promoted …