The University of Guam has been placed on the charts as incoming seniors Kyra Perez and Christian Gyles Ramos gained prestigious awards as they close out this spring semester. Kyra Perez Kyra Perez, a Communication student, won the Award of Excellence at the 2023 Broadcast Education Association Festival of Media Arts on her micro documentary …
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What are you looking forward to doing this summer? Maybe it’s heading off-island or enjoying a staycation. Regardless of your plans, we’re sure you have a certain series or movie that you’re looking forward to. With highly anticipated summer premieres and notifications turned on to remind us when our favorite series’ newest episodes will be …
As a nation, we are obsessed with our pets, in a good way of course, which explains why we love to talk about them every chance we get. We have all heard people who say that pets are “just” animals, as though they’re not important in our lives. These people have likely never owned a …
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Attention to the University of Guam graduating class of SP’23! Everything settled? To those of us who are not yet ready to reach that final step, do you know about everything you need to do to prepare? From ensuring all necessary forms are completed to taking a moment to breathe it all in, two seniors, …
A “staycation” is officially defined (by yours truly) as a vacation at home, within a country, island, state, or city. It usually involves a quick drive–which is about 30 minutes to a few hours–and very rarely involves a plane, unless you live in a place that is large enough that it requires air travel to …
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April is National Sexual Assault Awareness month and this year’s theme is Drawing Connections: Prevention Demands Equity; systems of oppression such as racism, sexism, classism, heterosexism, ageism, ableism and others contribute to higher rates of sexual harassment, assault and abuse. In order to ensure a safer environment, internal changes need to be made in one’s …
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With the ever-busy schedule of a college student, it can be hard to escape the pressures that come with being an scholar even during periods of time that are designed for rest, which is why spring break is so beneficial for students. “Spring break is important for resting your body and mind. Students are able …
There are several ways to define a mother, the most basic definition is a woman who raises children. Mothers have traditionally been the primary caregivers for children, staying up all night to feed, change, tidy up after and care for them. The unwavering devotion of a “good” mother is supposed to be one of her …
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University of Guam graduate, Joseph ‘Jay’ Leon Guerrero received a degree in business with international hospitality and a concentration in tourism. He gives credit to his advisor and mentor, John Salas, saying that Salas had everything to do with the success that Leon Guerrero has accomplished since graduating from UOG. Salas was a major influence …
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Maria Hernandez May, once a reporter for local news, became a leading advocate for the locals of Guam and their rights to their land, as well as an activist for protecting the culture and overall well-being of the island. May graduated from the University of Guam in 2014 with a Bachelor’s degree in English and …
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