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Addressing The Internet's Influence On Fast Fashion, Kelly Cruz '23, Uchenna Nnawuchi '23, Saamiyah Khan '23 Apr 2021

Addressing The Internet's Influence On Fast Fashion, Kelly Cruz '23, Uchenna Nnawuchi '23, Saamiyah Khan '23

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Fast fashion, the rapid production of cheap clothing made for trends that will only last at most a month, is increasingly becoming more popular. Fast fashion damages both the environment and the workers that are put to work long hours but are underpaid. These issues are overlooked by online shoppers due to the fact that they are unaware of its unsustainability and harsh working conditions. Although, this problem of unintentional ignorance could be avoided if fast fashion companies were transparent with the work they are doing alongside as working towards fixing these issues regarding sustainability and the workers’ conditions. The …


The Break-It Box, Ella Voyles '23, Frederick Meents '23, Alianna Barnes '23 Apr 2021

The Break-It Box, Ella Voyles '23, Frederick Meents '23, Alianna Barnes '23

Student Leadership Exchange (SLX)

Many students have pent up anger, frustration, and anxiety but lack the resources to let it out in a constructive and safe way. There are already rage rooms where you can go to break things but most students do not have access to one. The Break-It Box is a subscription box with environmentally friendly breakable items. The box includes things such as clay, fun ice molds, wooden rods, a scream jug, water balloons, bubble wrap, and more! We strive to make our box affordable and accessible to everyone while still delivering the best experience possible.