As I scroll down my phone every night, a question invariably plagues my mind. Am I a decent human being? Why am I so different from others? If you too grapple with these questions and bear the weight of sadness, sensitivity and self-doubt, then this story is for you.
Social media continues to deepen and intensify conversations about COVID-19, among other issues, and the emergence of vaccination selfies is an extension of those conversations.
It’s understandable that the government was unprepared for the crisis and vaccine supplies are low nationwide. It’s up to Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna and the federal government to increase supply to meet the demands. However, the state should re-evaluate its distribution plan so it is more equitable for all.
I want to point out that recent events under the Trump administration have negatively changed the world’s perception of this country. However, I believe in second chances, and I think the United States can regain its popularity around the world.
First responders and health care workers have worked tirelessly since the pandemic began, facing intense stress and safety risks as a result. Now, Boston University students are involved in the continued efforts to curb the spread of the virus.
Although we might like to think our perception of risk comes from a place of logic and reason, our choice of what to fear and when to fear is heavily reliant on our emotions.
If BU wants to make sure its students are staying safe and healthy, it must take into consideration our mental health and provide us with significant breaks that are comparable to, or even more supportive, than our absent Spring Recess.
