Pittsboro Protests: History or Hate?
Pittsboro, a town easily identifiable for its “artsy and hippy residents,” has gained coverage over the past several months in regards to...
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The Meredith Herald Staff
Nov 6, 20193 min read
El Día de los Muertos
El Día de los Muertos is not Mexican Halloween, contrary to popular belief. El Día de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday that has its...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Nov 6, 20192 min read
A Commuter Perspective on Cornhuskin’
During college, being a commuter can make it hard to engage in school events and activities. Not being able to participate in campus...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Nov 6, 20193 min read
Popped Corn — Is Unity a Reality or a Goal?
On Oct. 10, 2017, I lost my grandmother and lost all ability to participate in my first-ever Cornhuskin’. After one practice, I was...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Nov 6, 20191 min read
Saturday Night Cornhuskin'
Cornhuskin’ at Meredith has been held on a Friday night since 1995. Last year, due to rain, the event was postponed until Saturday, and...
Elinor Shelp-Peck
Nov 6, 20192 min read
How Hall Raids Affect Dorm Animals
Hall raids are a key part of Meredith’s Cornhuskin’ tradition. Everyone on and off campus is aware of this startling event. Each night, a...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Nov 6, 20191 min read
Huskin' Through History
While beloved by most, Cornhuskin’ has not been endorsed by all. Many have criticized Cornhuskin’ for being trivial, unartistic and...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Nov 6, 20192 min read
Burnt Corn
Psychology Today defines burnout as “a state of emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion brought on by prolonged or repeated stress,”...
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Oct 23, 20194 min read
Reframing the Narrative
In the Western conscious the faces of climate activism are most often white and affluent, because they are the only people the media...
rjvanhorne
Oct 23, 20192 min read
A Freshman's Understanding of Cornhuskin’
Cornhuskin’ is quickly approaching, and, as a freshman, I have a suspicion that “I just have to experience it;” however, in my few short...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Oct 9, 20193 min read
Attractivism: A Society Obsessed with Appearances
Public image is an important aspect of our lives and culture. From celebrities to politicians, there is an underlying theme: what looks...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Sep 25, 20192 min read
Partaking in History or Preparing for the Future?
This lecture by RBG will likely be the only one of its kind that students will get in their time at Meredith. The arts and humanities...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Sep 25, 20193 min read
I Was Only Worth 4%
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (CCAM). The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF) notes that cancer is the number one...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Sep 11, 20193 min read
Our Angels: Coping with Grief on Meredith's Campus
“Health” comes in numerous forms. Physical health, mental health, spiritual health and social health are all vital and important parts of...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Sep 11, 20193 min read
Lizzo: The Body Positivity Queen We Deserve
Lizzo, born Melissa Viviane Jefferson, will be performing in Raleigh, NC on September 13 in the PNC Arena. Lizzo’s music, message and...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Apr 23, 20193 min read
Why We Need Autism Acceptance
This April marks the 49th annual Autism Awareness Month, a national initiative begun in 1970 by the Autism Society to increase public...
Elinor Shelp-Peck
Apr 23, 20193 min read
Are You Gay, or is My Gaydar Broken?
The first question I received when I told people I was going to attend Meredith College was whether I was going because I’m bisexual,...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Apr 23, 20193 min read
Should the "Wolves" Be Allowed On Campus?
- By Haley Ivey, Contributing Writer - A recently-discussed topic amongst Meredith College students is the current rules regarding Open...
Elinor Shelp-Peck
Apr 9, 20192 min read
The Bachelor(ette)
The probability that you know someone who watches The Bachelor is high, but is that good or bad? The show is generally not the best model...
The Meredith Herald Staff
Apr 9, 20193 min read
No Ring in the Spring
Spring is the season of new beginnings. The weather is warmer; flowers are in bloom and couples are getting engaged. Congratulations to...
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