The Power of Perception

Every person in this world is different, but I think that there is one thing we can all agree on: commercial breaks are the worst. There is nothing I despise more than watching my favorite reality television show as the host delivers the dreaded line, “we will find out who gets eliminated… after these short messages.” I…

Art and Its Effect on Anxiety and Mental Illness

Although he is well-known for paintings such as The Starry Night and Cypresses, artist Vincent van Gogh’s life was not as bright and beautiful as his canvases made it seem. Van Gogh suffered from a variety of mental disorders throughout his lifetime, including depression and mania. What most people do not know, however, is that some of Van Gogh’s…

Rachael Berkoff

Hi everyone! My name is Rachael Berkoff, and I am from New York. I am currently undecided on my major but am highly considering psychology and linguistics. In my spare time, you can find me singing in choir, listening to musical theatre, and crafting. I also love animals and have an adorable pet rabbit! As…