Spring 2019

Toothbrush: Past, Present, and Future

May 10, 2019Julie Souza

In the 19th century, a cow would have to perish for their bone to be handcrafted into a toothbrush handle, and sold for a price only the wealthy could purchase, all to eventually end up thrown out after a month or two. In the 21st century, oil is pulled out of the ground, turned into … Continue reading Toothbrush: Past, Present, and Future

Intellectual Autobiography and Plan for Concentration

May 1, 2019Julie Souza

When I was younger, I always reminded my mother to turn off the lights after leaving her room. My class had just learned about climate change and I was motivated to do my part because I felt hopeless against an issue so vast. I had never encountered a problem beyond my lifetime, but I knew … Continue reading Intellectual Autobiography and Plan for Concentration