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Cloning Is the New Trend

Cloning means to make an identical copy of (insert anything here). For every culture, there comes along a unique ethnicity in which certain traditions and models are followed. Latinas are known to have brown skin, wide hips, and a natural sense of motherhood. While everyone might not fit this mold, this is how Latinas are [...]

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Advice: Abortion

My best friend is pregnant and she wants to practice an abortion. She’s 16 and I don’t know how to help her because I think a baby is gift from God. She’s my friend but it’s against my belief, what do I do? “Of course, if she’s your best friend you usually support her, but [...]

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My Mother

Like Mother, Like Daughter By Jasmin Flores My mom gave birth to me a month before her 18th birthday. Though she was young, that didn’t hinder her desire to be the mom she wanted to be as well as the mom I deserved. As far as I can remember, my mom has always been my [...]

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Why I Love My Major

If you are getting ready to apply to college or have at least started thinking about applying, you are probably wondering how in the world are you going to choose a major. You might already have your parents or other family members pressuring you into pursuing a major that they think is best for you. It [...]

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Resolutions Worth Keeping

Most people set a new resolution every year, but end up forgetting about them by, um, mid…. January. However, these five New Years Resolutions are truly worth keeping all year! You may ask: why? Answer: because these resolutions are good for both your heart and soul. 1.) Stay Active! Try joining an after school activity [...]

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Looking Through a Senior’s Eyes

Many seniors across the country are counting down the days until a very special day. That day is not their prom or their senior field trip. That special day is their high school graduation. From the first day of the Fall semester, a long time before the school year comes to a close, seniors are [...]

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My Bully Story

Bullying has always been around, even since the caveman years. Today we are realizing how harmful and hurtful it can be for the bully and their victim. Everyone has their own story to tell and everyone has been affected by bullying, some more than others. These Latinitas were eager to talk about their experiences in [...]

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Top 5 Reasons to Vote

Even if you aren’t old enough to vote, you can do your civic duty and get involved in politics by helping get the vote out. During the election season, the Latino vote is becoming more important to make sure our community has a voice.  If you are 18, take action and vote. At all ages, [...]

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Girl Talk: Get Educated

Education is important to help young women stay one step ahead in the job market. These Latinitas strive to prepare themselves for a brighter future and share their tips for getting a higher education. If You Get Educated, You Can Be a Role Model of a Successful Latina. “Education plays an important part in our [...]

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Thoughts on Optimism

By Paulina Gabrielle M. Benitez I can’t even remember a time when I haven’t looked on the bright side. In fact, I can imagine I have probably annoyed almost every person I’ve known, at one point or another, with my unrelenting optimism. However, this does not mean that I am irrational or uncaring, for I [...]