As a rise in children come from multicultural backgrounds, they must determine how to embrace their cultural and personal identity. Our physical features are often read by others to reflect who we are, yet this may lead us to struggle to embrace both cultures. Genetics can play a role in controlling our phenotypes (physical features) as nature chooses to emphasize certain … [Read more...] about Uncovering the Invisible Gene and Reflecting Who We Are
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Redefining Health: Genome Editing
In a world overwhelmed by genetic diseases that impact the longevity of babies, genome editing has been discovered as a potential pathway to mitigate this. While we may often view the natural process of genetics as untouchable, scientists are studying ways to tune our genome sequences. Yet, gene editing may press a potential threat to the longevity of the child and redefine the … [Read more...] about Redefining Health: Genome Editing
Societal Expectations
Societal expectations are something we all have to deal with. After a certain time in someone’s life, they’re expected to have achieved certain milestones. Some of these milestones include having a stable job, owning property, having children, getting a promotion, etc. These societal expectations can often cause many to feel anxious and “behind” on things involving life and … [Read more...] about Societal Expectations
Sexual Assault
Recently, it became known that several girls were drugged at a party hosted by USC Fraternity Sigma Nu. This recent news has caused lots of outrage and protests have begun taking place. Something that was outrageous was the DPS report: Use the buddy system; travel in pairs or a small group. ● Buy your own bottled/canned drinks and keep drinks within your … [Read more...] about Sexual Assault
Sex Trafficking in Clubs of LA
Sexual trafficking is something we hear about often. We’re told to be careful as women and to be vigilant of any inconspicuous vans that might approach us out of nowhere. However, sex trafficing takes place anywhere. “ In 2018, 1,656 cases of human trafficking were reported in California. Of those cases, 1,226 were sex trafficking cases, 151 were labor trafficking cases, 110 … [Read more...] about Sex Trafficking in Clubs of LA