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February 7, 2016

Voices of M-A: Olliver Pelayo’s Transgender Identity Sparks Passion for Social Justice

Continuing our series of celebrating the voices in our community, Olliver Pelayo who The MARK first introduced us to in “Trans Truth” sat back down with us to share a remarkable journey of…

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December 14, 2015

Voices of M-A: Life as a Muslim-American Teenager

Religion has always been a part of my life. Growing up, I attended mosque every week and there I created memories and learned lessons that are woven into my identity.…

Sana Sheikholeslami

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December 14, 2015

Voices of M-A: Sharing My Christian Faith at a Secular School

I have grown up practicing the Christian faith my whole life. My parents attended Menlo Park Presbyterian Church (MPPC) before I was born and I still call it my church…

Elizabeth McColloch

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December 13, 2015

Voices of M-A: The True Meaning of Hanukkah

If asked to name a Jewish holiday, the average American would probably think of Hanukkah first, perhaps tentatively followed by Yom Kippur. As a Jew, this phenomenon always struck me…

Sophie Zalipsky

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December 10, 2015

Opinion: Stand with Planned Parenthood

Written by Sarah Orttung and Nathalie Camens Drawing by Chloé Mauvais

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November 30, 2015

The Lack of Privacy in the Digital Age

Most people believe that their phones, computers, and the digital data they compile is safe. We all think we can send messages and pictures, and the data will remain private…

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November 24, 2015

News or Nudes: A Local and National Analysis

Check out a visual of the poll here. The discovery of some 100 students in a “sexting” ring at a Cañon City High School in Colorado has brought concerns about teen…

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November 24, 2015

The Pressure to be on Social Media

Social media is a complex issue as it can be both be destructive and constructive to one's self-esteem. In this day and age, when almost everyone has an Instagram, Snapchat,…

Nathalie Camens

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November 24, 2015

Social Media Unites Families During the Holidays

For many, holidays like Thanksgiving signify a time for family and friends to come together. However, not everyone is able to see their family in person during the holidays.

Sana Sheikholeslami

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November 19, 2015

Spending Green on Leafy Greens

When it comes to food, being healthy is often expensive, and the price gap between healthy and unhealthy foods is dramatically increasing.

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