Volume 9 Issue 1
The first issue of Volume 9 spotlights women, both past and present, who are leaving their mark through creativity. From historical women who blazed trails before us, to Supreme Court decisions that shape the lives of college students, and even the unapologetic act of reading smut in public spaces. Volume 9 Issue 1 is a tapestry that weaves together the threads of the past, present, and future, celebrating the power of artistic expression to provoke thought, challenge norms and ignite change.
The first issue of Volume 9 spotlights women, both past and present, who are leaving their mark through creativity. From historical women who blazed trails before us, to Supreme Court decisions that shape the lives of college students, and even the unapologetic act of reading smut in public spaces. Volume 9 Issue 1 is a tapestry that weaves together the threads of the past, present, and future, celebrating the power of artistic expression to provoke thought, challenge norms and ignite change.
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ately, it seems that everyone has been going on fabulous vacations<br />
to big cities or international destinations. Let’s get back to our roots<br />
- what kind of gems are there on the mainland to explore?<br />
There are over 420 national park sites, with 63 of them being<br />
sites that are typically known as national parks, full of magnificent sights<br />
from sea to shining sea. Many students and faculty at The University of<br />
Alabama have lots to say about what makes these parks so appealing.<br />
Kat Stanek, 20, is a junior majoring in public relations at UA. Having<br />
visited 16 national parks in her lifetime, Stanek finds “peace and comfort”<br />
in the outdoors. Her favorite thing about the parks is how unique each one<br />
is, and the chance to find something new each time drives her to continue<br />
visiting the parks.<br />
Yellowstone National Park is one of Stanek’s favorite parks due<br />
to its geothermal features that are, to her, seemingly “unreal.” Located in<br />
Wyoming, Old Faithful and the hot springs at the park is one of her favorite<br />
aspects, and Stanek says she could sit and watch them erupt and bubble for<br />
hours. The wildlife were her personal favorites, especially the bison.<br />
In the western part of the country, Stanek says “you cannot go wrong<br />
with Zion National Park, located in Utah.” The Narrows, a hike primarily set<br />
through a river, remains one of the “coolest and most unique hikes” she has<br />
ever completed.<br />
Stanek spent many weekends in high school hiking and kayaking as<br />
a way to “escape the chaos of the week and relax.” Many family trips were<br />
spent visiting a national or state park, and she always looked forward to trips<br />
outdoors to explore what each park has to offer.<br />
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