Nutritional habits of young people in college are predictably subpar. Students find themselves rushing around to finish assignments or to get to class on time, and the first thing to be sacrificed is time for meals.
Laceey Ruble, a Senior at MSU, remembered her mother's fresh veggie pizza and sighed longingly.
"It's not that I can't make it because I don't know how," said Ruble. "I just don't have the time or money for such things."
Ruble says she usually avoids buying fresh produce because it just ends up going bad before she has a chance to eat it.
"I eat a lot of pasta and canned soup," said Ruble. "I probably eat more preservatives than I should."
When asked, a group of students in the MSU library all agreed Taco Bell was their favorite go-to food.
"I know it's bad, but it's so good at the same time." said an MSU Junior, who wished to remain anonymous.
Despite the generally poor dietary choices, students at MSU do have healthy options.
Foods for Living and the East Lansing Food Co-op are two examples of grocers who sell organic and locally grown produce, although some find it a bit more expensive than shopping at Meijer.
"If I had unlimited money, I would shop at organic markets," said Ruble. "The food I buy might still go bad before I get a chance to eat it, though."
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
OoC #3 Preview
As time moves forward, nutritional values continue to be a prominent source of discussion and focus. From fad diets for quickly shedding a few extra pounds to full body cleanses that claim to rid your body of waste and promote a new, healthy lifestyle, people are always looking for new ways to bend nutrition.
For college students, eating can sometimes be a chore. Who has time for sit down meals, or cooking for that matter? Fast food proves to be a cheap, quick alternative to making a mess in the kitchen.
But one might wonder: at what cost?
With students entering their first semester at college, they are in for a load of changes. Young people, recently fledged and wet behind the ears, are beginning to realize they don't know anything; including how to cook or feed themselves properly.
Nutritional choices are not only important for our health today, but also, and perhaps more importantly, our health tomorrow.
Wednesday, November 12, 2014
MM #2 Recap
Long-distance relationships, it seems, will continue to spark unsure feelings and insecurity, even when mentioned to those who have been in one.
Dr. Gregory Guldner, author of Long Distance Relationships: The Complete Guide, writes that long-distance couples often "face daily bombardment from naysayers, which for some couples makes them constantly reevaluate their choice" (Guldner, 6).
Journalism sophomore Emily Nagle is one of those naysayers.
"I don't think long distance relationships work at all," said Nagle. "You have a divide between you. You can't actually get close with one another which I guess is what a relationship is in my mind."
Nagle said she had previously been in a long-distance relationship, and admittedly wasn't as into it as her partner was.
Engineering junior Jake Huver said that anything is possible, if the connection is there.
"I've never been in a long distance relationship," said Huver. "I'd give it a shot if I really loved the girl, though."
While the negative implications of long-distance relationships seem endless, they will likely continue to exist as travel becomes easier in the modern world we live in.
Dr. Gregory Guldner, author of Long Distance Relationships: The Complete Guide, writes that long-distance couples often "face daily bombardment from naysayers, which for some couples makes them constantly reevaluate their choice" (Guldner, 6).
Journalism sophomore Emily Nagle is one of those naysayers.
"I don't think long distance relationships work at all," said Nagle. "You have a divide between you. You can't actually get close with one another which I guess is what a relationship is in my mind."
Nagle said she had previously been in a long-distance relationship, and admittedly wasn't as into it as her partner was.
Engineering junior Jake Huver said that anything is possible, if the connection is there.
"I've never been in a long distance relationship," said Huver. "I'd give it a shot if I really loved the girl, though."
While the negative implications of long-distance relationships seem endless, they will likely continue to exist as travel becomes easier in the modern world we live in.
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
MM#2 Preview
Long-distance relationships tend to have a certain stigma surrounding them, mainly that they never work out. But is that really the case?
College age students, being late teens and early twenties, are all on the road to self discovery. While that journey involves relationships of every kind, long-distance romantic relationships could be the answer to those with a fear of being smothered.
With guidance from Dr. Gregory Guldner's book Long Distance Relationships: The Complete Guide, an expert opinion can be gathered around the subject, as well as first hand experience.
Interviewing someone with LDR experience and comparing those views with someone who's never been in an LDR will answer questions and hopefully alleviate some of the negative connotations that have always followed long-distance relationships around.
College age students, being late teens and early twenties, are all on the road to self discovery. While that journey involves relationships of every kind, long-distance romantic relationships could be the answer to those with a fear of being smothered.
With guidance from Dr. Gregory Guldner's book Long Distance Relationships: The Complete Guide, an expert opinion can be gathered around the subject, as well as first hand experience.
Interviewing someone with LDR experience and comparing those views with someone who's never been in an LDR will answer questions and hopefully alleviate some of the negative connotations that have always followed long-distance relationships around.
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Blog New Media #1 Review
MSU Senior Gayle Murray got comfortable on the couch with WiiMote in hand and prepared for an afternoon unwind after a long day of classes.
Murray had hoped playing Skyward Sword, Nintendo's latest Legend of Zelda video game, would help take her mind off the stresses of the day. However, the afternoon didn't pan out quite as she'd planned.
Murray had forgotten that the last time she saved was right before a boss fight. The battle had given her trouble the last time she played, causing her to give up before she could come out victorious.
In the midst of furiously swinging the WiiMote attempting to disarm the foe, the controller disconnected from the console, indicating the batteries needed to be changed.
Murray successfully changed the batteries and soon after defeated the boss, but there was much more game to be played.
As Murray proceeded to the next area, a look of dread came across her face as she realized she would be maneuvering around in a water based level.
"As soon as I saw that I'd be swimming, I knew it wouldn't end well," said Murray. "I wanted to quit right then, but I figured I'd give it a try."
Discouraged by snide remarks made by characters within the game, Murray struggled to maintain her composure. Her patience ran out as Link, the playable character in all Legend of Zelda games, drowned before she could lead him to an oxygen bubble.
"I f***ing hate this game," said Murray. She saved her progress and turned off the Wii, having decided that there must be a better way to wind down.
Murray had hoped playing Skyward Sword, Nintendo's latest Legend of Zelda video game, would help take her mind off the stresses of the day. However, the afternoon didn't pan out quite as she'd planned.
Murray had forgotten that the last time she saved was right before a boss fight. The battle had given her trouble the last time she played, causing her to give up before she could come out victorious.
In the midst of furiously swinging the WiiMote attempting to disarm the foe, the controller disconnected from the console, indicating the batteries needed to be changed.
Murray successfully changed the batteries and soon after defeated the boss, but there was much more game to be played.
As Murray proceeded to the next area, a look of dread came across her face as she realized she would be maneuvering around in a water based level.
"As soon as I saw that I'd be swimming, I knew it wouldn't end well," said Murray. "I wanted to quit right then, but I figured I'd give it a try."
Discouraged by snide remarks made by characters within the game, Murray struggled to maintain her composure. Her patience ran out as Link, the playable character in all Legend of Zelda games, drowned before she could lead him to an oxygen bubble.
"I f***ing hate this game," said Murray. She saved her progress and turned off the Wii, having decided that there must be a better way to wind down.
New Media #1 Preview
Gayle Murray, an English major at MSU, is looking forward to coming home and playing video games after a long day of classes. Murray's game of choice is Skyward Sword, the most recent game released for Nintendo's Legend of Zelda franchise.
Murray has been playing games from the Zelda universe since she was little, and feels a childish sentiment towards the games that help her relax at the end of the day. However, Murray has reservations about the new technology used for the game which was released for the Nintendo Wii in 2011.
"I haven't mastered the WiiMote yet," said Murray. "It's pretty frustrating trying to maneuver around using the motion censor instead of using a more classic controller."
While Murray is no stranger to the Legend of Zelda series, she is still working on her first play through of Skyward Sword.
"I think I'm about halfway through the game," said Murray. "At least I think so. It's hard to tell. The games are pretty long."
Murray has been working on this particular save file since the beginning of the semester, and is excited to continue progressing through the story.
Murray has been playing games from the Zelda universe since she was little, and feels a childish sentiment towards the games that help her relax at the end of the day. However, Murray has reservations about the new technology used for the game which was released for the Nintendo Wii in 2011.
"I haven't mastered the WiiMote yet," said Murray. "It's pretty frustrating trying to maneuver around using the motion censor instead of using a more classic controller."
While Murray is no stranger to the Legend of Zelda series, she is still working on her first play through of Skyward Sword.
"I think I'm about halfway through the game," said Murray. "At least I think so. It's hard to tell. The games are pretty long."
Murray has been working on this particular save file since the beginning of the semester, and is excited to continue progressing through the story.
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