Like good art, food can capture experiences in a way that simply cannot be put into words. Food is both healing and communal; it captures feelings and emotional nuances, leaving lasting impressions on our souls.  While the dining hall food has its ups and downs, I always cherish the meals I have with my friends. We’re a diverse group of people; therefore, some food is familiar, others not so much. For example, as a Black woman, putting grapes in a chicken salad is definitely something I was...

It’s currently New York Fashion Week, and I’ve irrationally developed the fear of a stranger in Lower Manhattan chasing me down with a mic and camera to ask the dreaded question of “what are you wearing?” In this not-so-unrealistic reality, I’m wearing a $7 Shein shirt, Forever 21 jeans, clearance-rack boots, and bronzed Urban Outfitters bangles.  When the question of this impromptu journalist leaves their mouth, mine can’t find the words due to embarrassment over my shirt being made of 60%...