Performative Activism in the M&M World
We are all familiar with the bright and colorful cast of the M&M world. Representing the colors of the rainbow, these cartoon candies were first introduced in 1954 and have ...Diatribe: Thanksgiving or Thankstaking? You Decide.
The Gavel's Diatribe acts as the satirical medium for short rants over topics ranging from complete triviality to utmost importance. Ah, Thanksgiving. Whether you regard it as a carefree day ...The True Cost of Fast Fashion
Fast fashion has become a symbol of heightened consumerism, resulting in the exploitation of the environment and human rights violations.The Commodification of Self-Care
For some, the words "self-care" incite images of candles and bubble baths, or the enjoyment of a good book and a large glass of wine after a long day at ...Slowing Down Fast Fashion at the BC Bookstore
A rise in online shopping during the pandemic has led fast fashion to become an issue of growing concern—one that is present on BC's campus.A 'Tasty' Peek Into American Food Culture
Buzzfeed's "Tasty" videos have taken our Facebook feeds by storm, so what are the marketing schemes behind this viral phenomenon?REI Ousts Consumerism in Favor of the Outdoors This Black Friday
REI has no appetite for materialism this Black Friday—a PR move that could reap big rewards.What Students Can Take Away From Kendrick Lamar's "To Pimp A Butterfly"
There are several important lessons that Kendrick offers to students on his newest album, "To Pimp A Butterfly."