Sibling Stereotypes and Common Family Dynamics
By Austin Price, Staff Writer
Many of us have siblings. Many of us love our siblings despite wanting to strangle them at times. Many of us ask our parents why they had more than one kid. Many of us see our siblings as our built-in best friends who have our back no matter what, but also will be murdered if they take one step into our room. For years we have asked ourselves why our relationships with our siblings are the way they are. We wonder why we have conflicted emotions towards the people we have grown up with. Taking a deep dive into the influence of nature vs. nurture, and the psychology of each family member in terms of their place in the group and their contribution to the rest, studies show that the order in which you are born may determine your feelings towards your siblings. This means that your place in the family could make or break the family’s dynamic.
10 Things I Wish I Knew Before Studying Abroad
By Madelynn Loring, Staff Writer
I know it’s cliché. I also understand that every study-abroad student ever has written something like this. However, I hope to give a more specific insight into study abroad at Regis as well as some general advice for travel in Europe. So, without further ado, here are 10 things I wish I knew before I studied abroad.
Nourished and Nurtured by Mother Nature
By Austin Price, Staff Writer
Since joining Regis University this year, I have found one program in particular that has impacted me and improved my mental health immensely. This program is the Outdoor Adventure Program (OAP). The Outdoor Adventure Program is exactly what it sounds like. It is a program designed to take Regis students to beautiful destinations for exploration and discovery in a safe and encouraging environment.
I have been on many trips with OAP this year, including adventures to Lake Dillon, CO; Genesee, CO; Snowmass, CO; Moab, UT; Shelf Road, CO; and I plan to embark on many more. With OAP, I have gone hiking, rock climbing, canyoneering, backpacking, camping, swimming, rafting, stargazing, and so much more. OAP has provided me with so many opportunities and has given me a positive outlet for my mental health.