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Universal Human Rights Month

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For many people, November is a month of stress and uncertainty. Voting always carries tension and trepidation, regardless of the scale of the elections. Thankfully, December arrives just in time to provide a much-needed reminder of human rights. It is crucial now, during a time when oppression and hate run rampant, that everyone uses December as a month of awareness, education, and celebration.   On December 10, 1948, the United Nations (UN) officially proclaimed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR). The UDHR outlines the basic human rights everyone is entitled to by law: equality, freedom, life, liberty, security, recognition before … Continue reading Universal Human Rights Month

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Sliding Into December

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As night chips away at meager hours of light and winter’s icy fingers weave the wind, exhaustion settles over campus like a brick. Rolling out of bed and embarking on the long trudge to classes can feel like a Herculean task. Fall and winter are difficult seasons, not just for mental health, but for physical health, too. Roughly 60% of young adults have chronic illnesses. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Chronic diseases are defined broadly as conditions that last one year or more and require ongoing medical attention or limit activities of daily living or both.” Many chronic illnesses can’t be cured, and many people have … Continue reading Sliding Into December

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Tattoos and Identity on Campus

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Historically, tattoos have served as symbols of cultural identity. Many cultures have specific tattooing rituals that demonstrate significant affiliation with one’s heritage. Today, tattoos can reflect anything—favorite media, fond memories, meaningful quotes, loved ones, aesthetic interests, or even random images. This recent laissez-faire approach to tattoo choices reflects our modern tattoo culture in the Western world. As the sociopolitical atmosphere of the southern United States heats up, it is important for individuals to maintain a proud sense of self-expression.   In Arkansas—a strongly conservative state—alternative styles and fashions can be strongly looked down upon. At Hendrix College, however, we find people from varying demographics who choose to express themselves through the art … Continue reading Tattoos and Identity on Campus