There’s no doubt that, despite the commonly accepted moral of “brains over beauty,” the way we perceive our own bodies and appearance significantly impacts our mood, confidence and relationships with others. Body image extends farther than merely looking in the mirror and either liking or disliking what we see: It is often viewed as a measure of self-worth and...
If you’re reading this issue of the Highlander the very day it came fresh out the printer, happy Valentine’s Day! In the midst of most national holidays being dedicated to historical figures and events, what a wonderful blessing it is to have one day of the year devoted solely toward the excitement of life, the motivation to get out...
Makeup versus video games, pink versus green, skirts versus gym shorts. We’ve all held commonly accepted conceptions about what girls and guys are individually interested in, and although there are certainly unique distinctions between both genders, the question of whether their perspectives are truly as different as we think must eventually come to mind. With this new series, we...