Kris Vera-Phillips (she/her)
@queenkv.bsky.social
Faculty associate at Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication at Arizona State. Ph.D. AAJA member
📖 Studying identity, representation, & power in media.
📺 Emmy-award-winning journalist
📝 Alum: Medill, Cal, KPBS, CapRadio
📖 Studying identity, representation, & power in media.
📺 Emmy-award-winning journalist
📝 Alum: Medill, Cal, KPBS, CapRadio
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Hi! I just wanted to introduce myself to new followers. I am a Ph.D. candidate and media scholar studying identity, representation, and power in news media & popular culture.
🍜 I also love food. I love how food connects me to communities, cultures and adventures. 🍽️
#academicsky #writingcommunity
🍜 I also love food. I love how food connects me to communities, cultures and adventures. 🍽️
#academicsky #writingcommunity
"Diversity is what makes the United States so special. It is woven into the very fabric of our country" - Bea Kim, Olympian.
📝 by Becky Sullivan
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📝 by Becky Sullivan
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Minnesota Olympians, other athletes speak up about federal agents in Minneapolis
"I want to make sure you know who I'm racing for," wrote Minnesota-born cross-country skiing star Jessie Diggins. Meanwhile, a hospitality center for Team USA families dropped the name "Ice House."
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February 3, 2026 at 11:57 AM
"Diversity is what makes the United States so special. It is woven into the very fabric of our country" - Bea Kim, Olympian.
📝 by Becky Sullivan
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📝 by Becky Sullivan
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Reposted by Kris Vera-Phillips (she/her)
The Trump administration is shaking up the leadership of its immigration crackdown in Minneapolis by pulling Gregory Bovino, its director of on-the-ground enforcement, two U.S. officials said, as federal agents face growing criticism for their heavy-handed tactics in the city. Follow live updates.
Minneapolis Live Updates: Trump Pulls Bovino From ICE Operations in Minnesota
President Trump said his border czar, Tom Homan, will direct ICE operations in Minnesota. Gregory Bovino, a Border Patrol official, is set to depart amid growing anger over a second fatal shooting by federal agents.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:26 PM
The Trump administration is shaking up the leadership of its immigration crackdown in Minneapolis by pulling Gregory Bovino, its director of on-the-ground enforcement, two U.S. officials said, as federal agents face growing criticism for their heavy-handed tactics in the city. Follow live updates.
Reposted by Kris Vera-Phillips (she/her)
Minnesota judge summons ICE leader to court, threatens contempt sanctions
Minnesota judge summons ICE leader to court, threatens contempt sanctions
The chief judge, a George W. Bush appointee, said the administration had repeatedly violated or slow-walked court orders in Minnesota.
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January 27, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Minnesota judge summons ICE leader to court, threatens contempt sanctions
"It’s history, you know. You can either run away from it or you can actually face it and just accept it and try to do better, but the fact that they are going to erase this, this is outrageous" - Juan Suarez.
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#NeverForget
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#NeverForget
'It's a damn shame': Park Service crews dismantle President’s House exhibit on slavery
Members of the National Park Service removed signage around the President’s House historic site on Independence Mall on Thursday afternoon.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:08 PM
"It’s history, you know. You can either run away from it or you can actually face it and just accept it and try to do better, but the fact that they are going to erase this, this is outrageous" - Juan Suarez.
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#NeverForget
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#NeverForget
"It feels as if, as the expression goes, they splashed death everywhere."
Weeks into an internet blackout in Iran, NPR speaks to a protester who is still online and a U.S.-based activist who is trying to get more Starlink terminals into the country.
📝 by Arezou Rezvani
www.npr.org/2026/01/22/n...
Weeks into an internet blackout in Iran, NPR speaks to a protester who is still online and a U.S.-based activist who is trying to get more Starlink terminals into the country.
📝 by Arezou Rezvani
www.npr.org/2026/01/22/n...
Iran blocked the internet amid deadly protests. Some voices are still getting through
Weeks into an internet blackout in Iran, NPR speaks to a protester who is still online and a U.S.-based activist who is trying to get more Starlink terminals into the country to get more people online...
www.npr.org
January 22, 2026 at 11:54 AM
"It feels as if, as the expression goes, they splashed death everywhere."
Weeks into an internet blackout in Iran, NPR speaks to a protester who is still online and a U.S.-based activist who is trying to get more Starlink terminals into the country.
📝 by Arezou Rezvani
www.npr.org/2026/01/22/n...
Weeks into an internet blackout in Iran, NPR speaks to a protester who is still online and a U.S.-based activist who is trying to get more Starlink terminals into the country.
📝 by Arezou Rezvani
www.npr.org/2026/01/22/n...
“This is the first time in U.S. history that the government has searched a reporter’s home in a national security media leak investigation, seizing potentially a vast amount of confidential data and information,” said Bruce D. Brown.
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January 22, 2026 at 11:53 AM
“This is the first time in U.S. history that the government has searched a reporter’s home in a national security media leak investigation, seizing potentially a vast amount of confidential data and information,” said Bruce D. Brown.
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History repeating itself when it comes to racism and oppression in America.
"We have to continue to resist" - Martin Luther King III.
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"We have to continue to resist" - Martin Luther King III.
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martin luther king jr. is giving a speech at a podium in front of a crowd of people .
ALT: martin luther king jr. is giving a speech at a podium in front of a crowd of people .
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January 19, 2026 at 12:00 PM
History repeating itself when it comes to racism and oppression in America.
"We have to continue to resist" - Martin Luther King III.
www.npr.org/2026/01/19/n...
"We have to continue to resist" - Martin Luther King III.
www.npr.org/2026/01/19/n...
“The First Amendment forbids the government from punishing disfavored expression or retaliating against protected speech. That prohibition applies with particular force to legislators speaking on matters of public policy" - Sen. Mark Kelly.
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US Senator Mark Kelly sues Pentagon chief Hegseth over demotion threats
Hegseth’s censure of Kelly followed a sweeping shakeup at the Pentagon during Trump’s second term.
www.reuters.com
January 13, 2026 at 11:46 AM
“The First Amendment forbids the government from punishing disfavored expression or retaliating against protected speech. That prohibition applies with particular force to legislators speaking on matters of public policy" - Sen. Mark Kelly.
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After 20 years of isolation in Iran, she was eventually able to leave and resume her performing career.
Googoosh writes about her life, with Tara Dehlavi, in the new memoir, "Googoosh: A Sinful Voice."
www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2...
Googoosh writes about her life, with Tara Dehlavi, in the new memoir, "Googoosh: A Sinful Voice."
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In self-titled memoir 'Googoosh,' the Iranian pop star reflects on a life of song and silence
Prior to the 1979 revolution, Iranian singer and actor Googoosh was a pop superstar. But she was jailed by the Islamic Republic and forced to agree to never sing or perform in public.
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January 9, 2026 at 12:07 PM
After 20 years of isolation in Iran, she was eventually able to leave and resume her performing career.
Googoosh writes about her life, with Tara Dehlavi, in the new memoir, "Googoosh: A Sinful Voice."
www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2...
Googoosh writes about her life, with Tara Dehlavi, in the new memoir, "Googoosh: A Sinful Voice."
www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2...
"We fight like hell. And if you don’t fight like hell, you’re not going to have a country anymore" - Donald Trump on Jan. 6.
NPR has tracked every Jan. 6 prosecution in a public database, publishing a front-line account of the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
apps.npr.org/jan-6-archive/
NPR has tracked every Jan. 6 prosecution in a public database, publishing a front-line account of the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
apps.npr.org/jan-6-archive/
Jan. 6, 2021: A visual archive of the Capitol attack
NPR’s Jan. 6 archive brings together reporting, video, documents and testimony to show what really happened during the Capitol riot. Explore the timeline, cases and evidence behind the attack.
apps.npr.org
January 5, 2026 at 11:49 AM
"We fight like hell. And if you don’t fight like hell, you’re not going to have a country anymore" - Donald Trump on Jan. 6.
NPR has tracked every Jan. 6 prosecution in a public database, publishing a front-line account of the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
apps.npr.org/jan-6-archive/
NPR has tracked every Jan. 6 prosecution in a public database, publishing a front-line account of the attack on the U.S. Capitol.
apps.npr.org/jan-6-archive/
Trying to make sense of what's going on in #Venezuela.
"After so many years, after so many struggles, after so much work, today is the day. Today is the day of freedom" - Jose Gregorio in Chile.
But is it truly freedom when swapping out Maduro for Trump?
www.cbc.ca/news/world/v...
"After so many years, after so many struggles, after so much work, today is the day. Today is the day of freedom" - Jose Gregorio in Chile.
But is it truly freedom when swapping out Maduro for Trump?
www.cbc.ca/news/world/v...
Maduro's capture sparks joy and worry among Venezuelan diaspora | CBC News
Venezuelan migrants around the world erupted in celebration on Saturday following the U.S.-led capture of President Nicolas Maduro, whose government oversaw one of the world's largest migration exodus...
www.cbc.ca
January 4, 2026 at 1:21 PM
Trying to make sense of what's going on in #Venezuela.
"After so many years, after so many struggles, after so much work, today is the day. Today is the day of freedom" - Jose Gregorio in Chile.
But is it truly freedom when swapping out Maduro for Trump?
www.cbc.ca/news/world/v...
"After so many years, after so many struggles, after so much work, today is the day. Today is the day of freedom" - Jose Gregorio in Chile.
But is it truly freedom when swapping out Maduro for Trump?
www.cbc.ca/news/world/v...
“Instead of admitting that he raped Cindy Clemishire when she was twelve years old, pastor Robert Morris concocted a story about engaging in an 'inappropriate' extramarital relationship with an adult woman," the court filing states.
#church #texas
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#church #texas
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Defamation suit against Gateway Church, Robert Morris over sexual abuse can continue, judge rules
A Dallas County judge on Tuesday denied efforts by Gateway Church and church elders to dismiss the lawsuit on grounds that it centers a religious issue that secular courts shouldn't be involved in.
www.keranews.org
November 13, 2025 at 1:35 AM
“Instead of admitting that he raped Cindy Clemishire when she was twelve years old, pastor Robert Morris concocted a story about engaging in an 'inappropriate' extramarital relationship with an adult woman," the court filing states.
#church #texas
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#church #texas
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Council Report on firing of Texas A&M English professor Melissa McCoul: “The content of the course was the reason for the dismissal and not the stated reason: failure of academic responsibility."
She was discussing gender identity in class.
#academicsky
www.texastribune.org/2025/11/10/t...
She was discussing gender identity in class.
#academicsky
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Texas A&M panel: Firing violated professor’s academic freedom
University officials dispute the faculty council’s conclusion. Melissa McCoul lost her job after a video of a classroom debate went viral.
www.texastribune.org
November 12, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Council Report on firing of Texas A&M English professor Melissa McCoul: “The content of the course was the reason for the dismissal and not the stated reason: failure of academic responsibility."
She was discussing gender identity in class.
#academicsky
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She was discussing gender identity in class.
#academicsky
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Public officials cannot “wield the authority of the state to violate the constitutional rights of citizens if the official believes she is ‘follow[ing] her conscience,’” wrote Judge Helene N. White.
#lgbtq+ #samesexmarriage
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#lgbtq+ #samesexmarriage
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Supreme Court Denies Request to Revisit Same-Sex Marriage Decision
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November 10, 2025 at 3:45 PM
Public officials cannot “wield the authority of the state to violate the constitutional rights of citizens if the official believes she is ‘follow[ing] her conscience,’” wrote Judge Helene N. White.
#lgbtq+ #samesexmarriage
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#lgbtq+ #samesexmarriage
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"Rosalind Franklin, a talented scientist, had to work in an atmosphere of constant sexism.
In an obit, a reminder of Watson's rise and fall with DNA - including his problematic treatment of women and communities of color.
#academicsky
www.npr.org/2025/11/07/n...
In an obit, a reminder of Watson's rise and fall with DNA - including his problematic treatment of women and communities of color.
#academicsky
www.npr.org/2025/11/07/n...
James Watson, who co-discovered the structure of DNA, has died at age 97
James Watson, who co-discovered the structure of DNA has died at age 97. He was a scientific superstar until he made racist remarks that made him an outcast.
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November 8, 2025 at 12:28 PM
"Rosalind Franklin, a talented scientist, had to work in an atmosphere of constant sexism.
In an obit, a reminder of Watson's rise and fall with DNA - including his problematic treatment of women and communities of color.
#academicsky
www.npr.org/2025/11/07/n...
In an obit, a reminder of Watson's rise and fall with DNA - including his problematic treatment of women and communities of color.
#academicsky
www.npr.org/2025/11/07/n...
🗳️Things I'm learning about Texas - I can't vote by mail like California and Arizona. So, I'm driving to a voting spot to take care of early voting.
Helpful voter's guide by Texas Tribune on 17 statewide propositions.
www.texastribune.org/2025/09/22/t...
Helpful voter's guide by Texas Tribune on 17 statewide propositions.
www.texastribune.org/2025/09/22/t...
What are the 17 Texas propositions on the November ballot?
A majority of the proposed constitutional amendments address tax cuts for homeowners and businesses.
www.texastribune.org
October 23, 2025 at 4:47 PM
🗳️Things I'm learning about Texas - I can't vote by mail like California and Arizona. So, I'm driving to a voting spot to take care of early voting.
Helpful voter's guide by Texas Tribune on 17 statewide propositions.
www.texastribune.org/2025/09/22/t...
Helpful voter's guide by Texas Tribune on 17 statewide propositions.
www.texastribune.org/2025/09/22/t...
"I am just one person. I certainly do not deserve this," María Corina Machado.
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Nobel Peace Prize 2025 live updates: Venezuelan democracy activist María Corina Machado wins
Nominations closed in January but US President Donald Trump had led a public campaign to win the award.
www.bbc.com
October 10, 2025 at 11:23 AM
"I am just one person. I certainly do not deserve this," María Corina Machado.
www.bbc.com/news/live/c1...
www.bbc.com/news/live/c1...
A UC Davis study found that while most Americans reject political violence, those who hold harmful beliefs — such as racism, hostile sexism — are also more likely than others to believe that political violence is justifiable.
📝 by Juliana Kim
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📝 by Juliana Kim
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After a wave of horrific shootings, gun violence trends put recent attacks in context
Mass shootings, political violence and school safety are front of mind for many Americans following a recent spate of high-profile attacks. Experts who study gun violence unpack the data and trends.
www.npr.org
September 29, 2025 at 11:21 AM
A UC Davis study found that while most Americans reject political violence, those who hold harmful beliefs — such as racism, hostile sexism — are also more likely than others to believe that political violence is justifiable.
📝 by Juliana Kim
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📝 by Juliana Kim
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"Violence anywhere, especially in a place of worship, is unacceptable," Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
📝 by Joe Hernandez & Chris Arnold
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📝 by Joe Hernandez & Chris Arnold
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Schools to close Monday in Michigan community that experienced deadly church attack
Multiple people were shot at a Mormon church in Michigan that was then set on fire, authorities said Sunday. The shooter was killed by police.
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September 29, 2025 at 10:58 AM
"Violence anywhere, especially in a place of worship, is unacceptable," Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
📝 by Joe Hernandez & Chris Arnold
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📝 by Joe Hernandez & Chris Arnold
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Caleb, a boy waiting for a heart transplant, tells his mom: "It could be worse."
But his mom knows - it could also be better.
By Elissa Nadworny
#AcademicSky
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But his mom knows - it could also be better.
By Elissa Nadworny
#AcademicSky
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Casualties of Trump’s War on Higher Ed : Up First from NPR
President Trump has a long list of grievances against many U.S. colleges and universities. He’s complained about antisemitism on campuses, of gender- and race-based course offerings, even communist in...
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September 21, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Caleb, a boy waiting for a heart transplant, tells his mom: "It could be worse."
But his mom knows - it could also be better.
By Elissa Nadworny
#AcademicSky
www.npr.org/2025/09/21/n...
But his mom knows - it could also be better.
By Elissa Nadworny
#AcademicSky
www.npr.org/2025/09/21/n...
“Right now, we're going after the migrants that pose the largest threat to the communities. And there's a lot of them” - DPS Director Freeman Martin
📝 by Alejandro Serrano
www.texastribune.org/2025/09/12/t...
📝 by Alejandro Serrano
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“Operation Lone Star 2.0”: DPS arresting thousands of undocumented immigrants across Texas to aid Trump’s mass deportation
The Department of Public Safety has shifted from Biden-era border enforcement to helping expel people from the country, a job once exclusively done by federal authorities.
www.texastribune.org
September 16, 2025 at 1:33 PM
“Right now, we're going after the migrants that pose the largest threat to the communities. And there's a lot of them” - DPS Director Freeman Martin
📝 by Alejandro Serrano
www.texastribune.org/2025/09/12/t...
📝 by Alejandro Serrano
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“When do people that look like me, Tiffany, Evelyn, Gustavo, Marisa, LJ, get to learn about themselves before the fifth grade?” asked Houston board member Staci Childs, referring to people of color on panel. “Just curious, if we adopt this."
📝 by Jaden Edison
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📝 by Jaden Edison
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State Board of Education OKs Texas-heavy social studies plan, setting stage for clash over history lessons
Educators worry the plan will deemphasize topics like world geography, history and cultures. The board aims to vote on what specific content social studies lessons will include by next summer.
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September 15, 2025 at 10:59 AM
“When do people that look like me, Tiffany, Evelyn, Gustavo, Marisa, LJ, get to learn about themselves before the fifth grade?” asked Houston board member Staci Childs, referring to people of color on panel. “Just curious, if we adopt this."
📝 by Jaden Edison
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📝 by Jaden Edison
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“By investing in universal child care, we are giving families financial relief, supporting our economy, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to grow and thrive" - Gov. Lujan Grisham
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New Mexico will be the first state to make child care free
The program, which is expected to save families $12,000 per child annually, is available to all residents regardless of income.
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September 11, 2025 at 10:53 AM
“By investing in universal child care, we are giving families financial relief, supporting our economy, and ensuring that every child has the opportunity to grow and thrive" - Gov. Lujan Grisham
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Go Bills! “It was unbelievable,” Joey Bosa said. “I’m still buzzing. But it’s the first game. We’ve got to get back to work tomorrow, unfortunately. Too bad that wasn’t the Super Bowl, but …it felt like it."
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Bills somehow find a way to stun Ravens: ‘I’m in a dream state right now’:
“It was special to watch,” a bewildered Joey Bosa said. “Every text I have is, ‘I’ve never seen anything like that.’"
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September 8, 2025 at 11:17 AM
Go Bills! “It was unbelievable,” Joey Bosa said. “I’m still buzzing. But it’s the first game. We’ve got to get back to work tomorrow, unfortunately. Too bad that wasn’t the Super Bowl, but …it felt like it."
www.nytimes.com/athletic/660...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/660...
At Harvard: "Things have gotten to the point where some students feel guilty for focusing on schoolwork at the expense of extracurriculars."
📝 by Rose Horowitch #academicsky
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📝 by Rose Horowitch #academicsky
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The Perverse Consequences of the Easy A
In the era of grade inflation, students at top colleges are more stressed than ever.
www.theatlantic.com
September 5, 2025 at 11:25 AM
At Harvard: "Things have gotten to the point where some students feel guilty for focusing on schoolwork at the expense of extracurriculars."
📝 by Rose Horowitch #academicsky
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📝 by Rose Horowitch #academicsky
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