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Diamonds and Rust: Nostalgia’s perks and downfalls

Joel Herbert February 3, 2021
Nostalgia’s good and bad usually exist simultaneously — the bittersweet pain of homecoming. If we are feeling down because of the past, then we need to live more in the moment. However, if we experience joy and happiness from our memories, then we should continue to let it give us hope and meaning.

MAHDI: Capitol to Capital

Daily Free Press Admin March 18, 2013

“Welcome, to the United States.” The television blared to life as I stood in line half asleep. For anyone who has had the pleasure of going through passport control in America, you have enjoyed the...

CHISTYAKOV: Leaving home

Daily Free Press Admin September 19, 2012

During my sophomore year of high school, I spent a semester studying abroad in Israel. It was a struggle trying to integrate myself into Israeli society while also feeling extremely homesick and confused...

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