Monthly Archives: February 2015

by Sierra Weiss   My name is Sierra and I am a freshman at Emory University, originally from Boston, MA. Although I am only 18 years old and not planning on having children any time in the near future, I have decided to be screened to learn more about my genetic makeup and to discover whether

February 26, 2015
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by Amanda Satsky   Purim is rapidly approaching, and we’re getting excited for intricate costumes, games, dancing, and carnival-like celebrations. However, there’s one aspect of Purim that we just can’t get enough of: hamantaschen. Why do Jews eat hamantaschen pastries on Purim, you may ask? First, to commemorate the Jews’ escape from evil Haman’s grasp.

February 24, 2015
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by Sierra Weiss   The emotions associated with the word ‘disability’ have evolved considerably over the past century. It’s also a less controversial topic among popular culture. From the newly released ‘The Theory of Everything’, about a world-renowned physicist and mathematician afflicted with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, to the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. From the award-winning

February 20, 2015
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by Amanda Satsky The quest for a mate is not typically a quick fix, ask-and-you-shall-receive sort of adventure. There’s no ‘choose your own ending’ safety net. In fact, it has the potential to be a veritable obstacle course of social standards, trial and error, perfect timing, first impressions, and understanding what it is you actually

February 16, 2015
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by Rachel Cohen   Heart-shaped candy, dinner and a movie, and endless displays of love are a hot topic for the month of February. While exchanging cards and over-sized teddy bears might be the classic way to show love, we think 2015 is the year for innovation! Here are 5 unique ways to show affection

February 16, 2015
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