The Western or Gregorian calendar used in America is a staple household necessity. It outlines major events and holidays, indicating time to be given off for work, school and vacations accordingly. However, according to author Joshua Cole, the holidays encompassed by the Gregorian calendar adhere to the sayings of its founder, Pope Gregory XIII, in…

Sometimes, the world is a bad place. People cope with hardships in different ways. Some work on self improvement. Others make art. Many people write and read books. Books are a great escape because they have a dual nature. The reader and the writer are provided with a coping mechanism. That being said, many books…

What do Emily Dickinson, Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Bill Gates, Jerry Seinfeld, Mozart and Albert Einstein all have in common? They all have (or had) autism. According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, autism has been identified in about 1 in 59 children. To increase the awareness of a disorder that affects much of…

I was sitting in my car last Friday scrolling through my Twitter feed as I waited for jummah namaz. My classes end at noon on Fridays, so I usually get lunch and follow it up with some Dunkin’ Donuts as I wait for the masjid to open at one. It was a gorgeous day. The…

Globalization can be defined as a process in which cultures, businesses and politicians function on an international scale. This process is responsible for the rise of cultural diversity seen across the globe. Taking a look at globalization, it is clear to see that there are a series of benefits and detriments that can occur as…

Microaggressions are defined as statements or actions where subtle, unintentional discrimination against members of a marginalized group take place. These are detrimental to society because they often stem from cultural upbringing or a prejudice of that a person may not know they harbor. In order to be truly neutral about judging someone’s character you must…

Self-actualization is the fulfillment of one’s talents and potentials. It is cited as the primary motivation of every action a person takes. Whether a person decides which university they will attend or what course their life will take, these actions are all to reach the self actualization, the ultimate goal of life. One psychologist, Abraham…

As a science major, this question interests me on many aspects: Is world peace possible? A question that has riddled many people both optimistic and not, the idea of world peace has always been a pleasant one. A world where conflict does not reside and everyone gets along is one that every sentient being wants….

A modern marvel of summer time film is the abundance of romance movies. These romantic films target anyone from teens to adults allowing the viewers to freely live outrageous and fun love lives from the comfort of a screen. From box office hits like Crazy Rich Asians to Netflix masterpieces like the Kissing Booth, people…