The Orion

Serving up social change via social networking sites

Valerie Teegardin // May 14, 2014

Why the power of online connectivity has the potential to change society for the better.

Valerie Teegardin // May 6, 2014

Students can find inspiration in Enin's pursuit of happiness.

Valerie Teegardin // April 26, 2014

Taking time to explore passions can prevent premature major declarations.

Valerie Teegardin // April 8, 2014

Why apps based on neuroscience may actually be effective at improving cognition.

April 7, 2014

Need an automated wingman? There’s an app for that.

Valerie Teegardin // April 4, 2014

High test scores may boost grades and GPA's, but mask a lack of intellect.

Valerie Teegardin // April 1, 2014

A little passive-aggression can go a long way.

Valerie Teegardin // March 24, 2014

Learning online isn't always all that it's made out to be.

Valerie Teegardin // March 11, 2014

Why good grades don't help chances of getting hired.

Valerie Teegardin // March 5, 2014

Some call it slacking, but some find procrastination a positive trait.

Valerie Teegardin // February 25, 2014

The biggest dilemma we have is within ourselves.

Valerie Teegardin // February 18, 2014

How the ugliest woman in the world is redefining what it means to be beautiful.