From the Desk – The Fordham Ram

An Ode to My Team

October 9, 2019

Thank you to every single one of you for being so patient, kind, and encouraging of me for the last three years.

I was metaphorically slapped in the face by this senior who told me that having a dream, having something to work for, is what brings meaning to life--that it is not all about having more or doing more, but that having true happiness comes in the form of passion for even just one thing.

Confessions of a Copy Chief

September 25, 2019

If I could sum up my experience, The Fordham Ram became a home where I have learned to grow into a better version of myself — professionally, interpersonally, linguistically, mentally and more.

Stop “Keeping It Real”

September 18, 2019

Gaining fame and followers on these platforms is absolute power for those in hot pursuit of it. Nothing is off the table, not even faking acts of kindness to get a like, retweet and follow.

Get Involved to Be Informed

September 11, 2019

During your four years you can either make the most of the environment around you and throw yourself into your community, or you can stay on the sidelines.

The Perils of Polarization

May 1, 2019

With an organized start to fixing the polarization that occurs in our society, I believe it will inspire private conversations of the same depth.

It Memes A Lot to Me

April 24, 2019

By Katie Morris Today, memes are the easily identifiable backbone of millennial internet culture. Angry Arthur, Tea Kermit, Sarcastic Spongebob and Yodelling Kid are all memes that united the inter...

The Climate is Changing and So Must We

April 10, 2019

We have power as consumers and voters to normalize plant-based diets, to discourage plastic use and to shame politicians that are not doing their absolute best to combat this earth-sized dilemma.

Dementia in Modern Media

April 3, 2019

For the sake of caregivers and all of the world, let’s get the story right.

Act Your Age, Read Your Age

March 13, 2019

Adults are reading, though, and that’s all fine and well –– but their choice in books are crippling the market for adult fiction.

Do We Need Art in Our Lives?

March 6, 2019

I have learned so much through my time in theater including practical technical skills and creative problem solving.

The Right Can’t Meme

February 20, 2019

"Memes are internet currency, and the right is currently bankrupt."