Essays

I’ve found myself disappointed by how little politicians acknowledge their heritage and culture past the campaign trail, if at all.

I always knew that shootings on college campuses across the country were a possibility, but I didn’t think they would impact me.

Politicians mold their personalities around their campaigns and careers, which can elicit obsessive dynamics with constituencies.

The chance to hear someone tell you happy birthday comes but once a year. And when it does, the celebration is just the icing on the cakes.

Technology exists for the purpose of working and learning efficiently – laptops should improve the educational experience.

Chasing an available goal doesn’t mean your old one is out of reach, and a change of pace can open limitless doors to future success.

Women, female lawmakers included, should be able to wear what they want and not fear losing society’s respect.

I would like to thank Iranians and non-Iranians alike who have protested ceaselessly every week since the killing of Mahsa Amini in September.

Technology has become of a double-edged sword for me, leaving me longing for the once paper-dominant world to return.

For many first-generation and low-income students, a college education is one of the first steps we have taken toward success and financial security.