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Black lives matter but not to the Department of Health and Senior Services

Angel Rojas
March 16, 2021

Continuing with historical trends, people of color are facing a disproportionate lack of medical support during times of need. Missouri’s population is approximately 11.5% Black but as of Feb. 16,  only 4% of all vaccines available are going to Black communities.  This...

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Simple ways to make extra money fast as a college student

Angel Rojas
March 3, 2021

Many college students know the struggle of being broke. With limited experience and a busy schedule, it’s not easy to make decent money.  Making extra money does not have to be so difficult, and if done right, can make a significant return. These methods are quick, simple...

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Review: I binged “Attack on Titan” in a week

Angel Rojas
March 2, 2021

After having so many of my friends recommend the show “Attack on Titan,” I finally caved once I found out it was trending worldwide. With season four set to end in April 2021, fans have glued themselves to the show more than ever. Being a newbie to the weeb society, I...

Yena Kim standing next to her mentor holding her microblading certificate

The life of a college entrepreneur

Angel Rojas
March 1, 2021

After getting tired of working long hours waiting tables for little money, Yena Kim decided to open her own business. In the winter between her sophomore and junior year, Kim, a UMKC communications studies major, decided the impoverished college life was not for her. Unsure...

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Concerns grow as COVID-19 variants spread across the country

Angel Rojas
February 17, 2021

Global uncertainty has risen as scientists discover new variants of the COVID-19 virus. .  Many of the COVID-19 variants are spreading across the globe with mutations that make them both more lethal and contagious.  “The current few variants are the tip of...

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