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Shocked but not Surprised: ICE Forced Sterilization and the US’s Long History of Reproductive Violence

Opinion

December 8, 2020

Recently, it has come out that ICE has been forcibly sterilizing migrant women in detention centers. While this news has shocked many, myself included, I can’t say I’m surprised. One of the main reasons...

MC Student Veterans Take a Deep Breath and Chill

April 2, 2020

Hof claims his numerous physical accomplishments are due to his unique method of deep meditation which combines breathing and gradual cold exposure.

Retrospective Review: Breath of the Wild

Here’s Why Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild was Game of the Year 2017

March 11, 2020

This game did not just break the pattern, it revolutionized the series.

WCW Steminist Spotlight: Dr. Lan Xiang

Dr. Lan Xiang teaches Electrical Engineering at Montgomery College

Dr. Lan Xiang uses her skills and experience to teach electrical engineering at MC and serve the community.

March 4, 2020

At Montgomery College, Dr. Lan Xiang is a professor who has taught numerous young women and men how to become electrical engineers for 17 years.

The Science of Snacking: Pringles

Mathematics is responsible for Pringles distinct crunchiness

February 21, 2020

Although these stackable snack chips have been around since 1968, many people have eaten them not knowing that the shape of each chip is a small engineering masterpiece.

Taal Volcanic Eruption Displaces Philippine Life

Taal's eruption affected many, but received little western media coverage.

February 12, 2020

Imagine having to leave behind your home and pets in a rush to escape plumes of poisonous gas, then coming home to see sick pets and your house leveled by the earthquakes.