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The Article below was published in Vol. 136, Issue 8 of the Lake Forest College Stentor on April 30, 2021. Casey LaBonte ’22 Staff Writer labontecj@lfc.edu  Donati’s Pizza in Lake Bluff has made it their mission to express generosity since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. The local pizzeria can give all of us lessons on humanity, being good neighbors, and what it means to show up. Many of us have faced adversity and challenges…

The Article below was published in Vol. 136, Issue 8 of the Lake Forest College Stentor on April 30, 2021. By Chase Allen ’21 Staff Writer  allencw@lfc.edu  Depression and anxiety are among the leading issues plaguing today’s youth. As individuals spend more time online, many experts are starting to believe social media might be a key contributor to the rise in mental health issues among teens. Technology has advanced tremendously in the past decade. Members…

The Article below was published in Vol. 136, Issue 8 of the Lake Forest College Stentor on April 30, 2021. By Health and Wellness Center Staff Trigger Warning:  This article contains statements about sexual assault, rape culture, interpersonal violence, sexual harassment, and stalking.   Sexual Assault Awareness Month should be every month. Change my mind.   I get why we have awareness months and I totally support them. We need that reminder to give special attention to…

The Article below was published in Vol. 136, Issue 8 of the Lake Forest College Stentor on April 30, 2021. Brianna Lundberg ’24  Staff Writer  lundbergbm@lfc.edu  Many of our neighbors were facing food insecurity before the coronavirus pandemic. As the pandemic disrupted just about everything, it also created major obstacles to many peoples’ access to food. To help bridge the gap, nonprofits have pivoted their work to provide fresh produce to those in need.  Feeding…

The Article below was published in Vol. 136, Issue 8 of the Lake Forest College Stentor on April 30, 2021. Jane Wood ’24  Staff Writer woodje@lfc.edu  The COVID-19 pandemic has brought many changes to our everyday lives. For many, these changes have also meant a decline in their mental health. In addition to harming our mental health, the pandemic has also impaired our ability to be productive. Melissa Wallace ’24, a freshman at Lake Forest…

The Article below was published in Vol. 136, Issue 7 of the Lake Forest College Stentor on April 2, 2021. Veronika Knych ’23 Staff Writer  knychvk@lfc.edu  Switching to remote learning hasn’t been easy for anyone, teachers and students of all ages included. Those involved with special education must assimilate to a whole new routine of a manageable school schedule. How special education teachers and students have adapted to learning through a screen might lend insights…