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I’m walking away with more confidence, more skills, and a deeper sense of who I am as a journalist and a storyteller. We’re not at the finish line yet, but we’re getting there. And I’m really proud of this chapter.

Tune in to learn more about Cris and her beautiful, unfolding mid-twenties journey. Trust me, you’re going to love her as much as I do.

I've got a new podcast! Same me, new format. It is a direct extension of my blog — but instead of reading my rambles, you now get to hear me ramble straight into your ear about the highs and lows of being 25. You're welcome (or I'm sorry, depending on the day).

This class has been so much more than just writing blog posts. We were also asked to produce a video about ourselves, along with two podcast episodes. Anyway, let me know what you think of my AI-narrated video — it’s a quick glimpse into who I am and a few things I love!

A bad gyal with a dream – that's Isabella (Bella) Jarvis. Isabella Jarvis in front of a quilt inside the Stone Center. She’s a...

Me and procrastination go together like white on rice — and I hate that for me. Every semester, I start off with the best of intentions. Every semester, I start off with the best of intentions.

This week was hard, to say the absolute least. However, a lecture about personal finance gave me valuable tools to utilize in the future.

Last year, I had the chance to sit down with one of the RDU area's top DJs. At just 24, DJ Wicked has been mastering the soundboard for most of her life. As I reflect on life in my mid-twenties, it only felt right to share some of the gems from our conversation for the person of the week.]

I’m so excited to see where these friendships with F.O.F. lead. All I had to do was leave my comfort zone and my house to find them.

Like many 25-year-olds, Ellie is navigating the evolving nature of friendships. With distance now separating her from childhood and college

I’m launching a new Person of the Week series, starting with Ellie McIntyre, a 25-year-old law student navigating life.

This weekend, I finally took a much-needed break. I don’t get those often. I actually used my PTO... wild concept, I know.

Welcome to  [ t h e   d e v e l o p e d   f r o n t a l   l o b e].  I hope you find something meaningful in the stories shared here.