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Nothing gets a college student’s attention like the word “free!” As someone studying English and Secondary Education, I’ve come to appreciate libraries not just as quiet places to study, but as dynamic learning hubs that support students, families, and educators alike. Libraries are one of the last truly accessible public spaces – places where people of all ages can learn, explore, and connect without needing to spend a dime. Whether you're preparing for s …

Preparing for a recent vacation, I had a complete checklist.Outfits for all weather? Check. Toiletries? Check. Shoes for different activities? Check. Cash and cards? Check. I was covered. Nothing was left to chance.So, imagine my surprise when, not five miles into my road trip, my low fuel light came on. I’d spent all this time preparing, but the one major element I needed—the most critical one—I had forgotten.Although it was a simple hiccup in an otherwise fantastic start to vacation, it g …

Today, more and more students seem to be experiencing separation anxiety. That’s not terribly surprising, however, given everything they’ve lived through in recent years. According to the Child Mind Institute, several contributing factors are behind the rise in separation anxiety: Many kids have grown accustomed to spending more time at home with their families. They have experienced disrupted school schedules and routines. They are more wary of others after m …