Author Archives: annacse
I’m Voting for George Tepe
(Anna Seward)—At the start of these elections, I wasn’t sure what to make of George Tepe. I don’t know him that well personally and from someone who’s never been on … Continue reading
Reflections on a Short Journey
(Anna Seward)—Like every Amherst freshman, I thought I would be doing a lot of traveling during the semester. Boston is only two hours away?! Oh, wow, I’ll probably be there … Continue reading
“My Mad Fat Diary”: A Review
(Anna Seward)—Welcome to Spring Break. If you, like me, aren’t writing a thesis or working on a major term paper, you have probably been watching a lot of TV. Allow … Continue reading
The Oscars and Rape Culture
(Anna Seward)—[Trigger warning for sexual assault] Even if you didn’t catch the Oscars Sunday, you’ve probably already seen rundowns of the sexism Seth MacFarlane displayed throughout the evening. In case … Continue reading
Oversharing and the Internet
(Anna Seward)—Social media wants us to share everything. Every notable event, every relationship, every emotion. Facebook asks me, “What’s happening, Anna?” Twitter wants me to “compose.” Tumblr will take anything: … Continue reading
Are Piercings the New Black?
(Anna Seward)—Piercings have changed a lot since I got my ears pierced at Claire’s nearly 15 years ago. Stigma, for one. It’s pretty traditional for girls to get lobe piercings, … Continue reading
Dispatch from an Empty Nest
(Anna Seward)—Every time I come home, something is slightly different. I’m an only child and my parents are gradually shifting to an empty nest (not that my room is not … Continue reading
A Little Love Letter
(Anna Seward)—My dearest, This is my last week with you and I’m finding it a little hard to let go. In these last few days I’m trying to revisit all … Continue reading
