Opinions

Trouble in cat paradise?

When I first moved to Turkey from the United States, I could not stop ogling this inconceivable phenomenon. The cats are, without exaggeration, everywhere. Read More

On the social archetypes of “good” education

There is value to the broad idea of “teaching students how to think” through liberal arts, but is it really worth forcing students to spend almost two years slogging through classes they may not be remotely interested in? Read More

Wealth, suffering, and child marriage

There’s always something so shameful about acknowledging your privilege. But I know I am lucky. I am a part of Bangladesh’s minority. Read More

Five ways to up your study game

It’s not that you're not smart — it’s just that you’re studying the wrong way. Read More

The forever dreaded non-STEM conversation: your major

If you’re an English major or in a similar boat, it can often lead to awkward conversations and smaller tips. So my advice? Lie. Read More

Love is a thing that grows

I didn’t choose piano; for a while, it was more of a nuisance than a hobby. But somehow, sometime, love grew. Read More

What’s in a name, really?

In every language, in every culture, on every continent, in every household, something binds us all together — names. Read More

So, you want to be a doctor?

It’s not an easy path you’ve chosen, and you know that too. But one thing is for sure — there’s infinite possibilities to get from point A to point B. Read More

No, I’m not unprofessional just because I wear a ___.

While I don’t have a problem with the attire for work itself, restricting self-expression makes company life dull and too old-fashioned. Read More

Animals or veggies?

When people assume that vegans only eat salads, I believe that it’s because people don’t know what you can actually eat. Read More