Beckman: Controlling alcohol, drug abuse is critical to enjoying Mayfest
With Mayfest taking place this Friday, there are going to be a lot of substances floating around the outer Syracuse University area. Read more »
Writer archives: Kate Beckman
Beckman: Psychological studies highlight natural impulse to cheat in relationships
As the “single” friend, I’m often sought out as the confidant when it comes to relationship troubles. I’ve noticed that my friends with significant others… Read more »
Beckman: Constant use of social media causes unhealthy fear of missing out
Excessive use of social media platforms FOMO, but don't worry — everyone else feels it too. Read more »
Beckman: Chemicals make catching feelings inevitable when people are physically involved
When it comes to casual college relationships, “catching feelings” is the cardinal sin. If you’ve ever experienced a no-strings-attached type of deal, then you know… Read more »
Beckman: Study helps remove stigma from sex work, pornography
New research suggests that watching erotica doesn’t desensitize men to normal sex. Read more »
Beckman: Coffee offers healthier caffeine fix compared to tea, energy drinks
Last week, I realized that a latte is milk and a shot of espresso. As a college student and daily visitor of Starbucks, I'm sort… Read more »
Beckman: Students should extend spring break diet choices all year round
It’s that time of year again — Spring Break beach body obsession. Cue the articles titled “10 moves that will tone you in time for… Read more »
Beckman: College students should make HIV testing a priority
A new strain of HIV has emerged in Cuba, according to research published in Vice magazine last week. It can develop into AIDS within three… Read more »
Beckman: Advancements in sex toys enhance sexual experiences
We are entering the golden age of sex. And no, it’s not because of “50 Shades of Grey.” It’s because of the increasing options and… Read more »
Beckman: Viewers should distinguish between BDSM, abuse in '50 Shades of Grey'
This Saturday is the day we’ve all been waiting for. No, not Valentine’s Day — I’m talking about the theatrical release of “50 Shades of… Read more »
Beckman: Columnist shares data from self-conducted orgasm survey
I’ve heard that there is a disproportionate amount of guy versus girl orgasms during hookups. But I can’t use rumors as fact. So when in… Read more »
Beckman: Health services should encourage students to get tested for STDs
If you don’t want to get the flu, you get a flu shot. If you don’t want to get a sexually transmitted disease or pregnant,… Read more »
Beckman: Planning out entire day can lead to productive, healthy semester
Syllabus week has come and gone — the vacation is officially over. With the start of actual lectures and an increase in work, the phrase… Read more »
Beckman: Key to better sex involves open communication, respect for partner
Abandon your cliché New Year's resolution. Instead of trying to lose weight or get better grades, college students should consider taking up a more challenging… Read more »
Beckman: Fitness apps can help keep track of food consumption
Besides snow, gifts and spending time with family, the holiday season is often associated with something else: weight gain. It's the cherry on top of… Read more »
Beckman: Open-mindedness stems from two factors
When audio leaked of Donald Sterling, the owner of the Los Angeles Clippers, telling his girlfriend not to bring black people to his games, the… Read more »
Beckman: Selfies evolve into mainstream status
Millennials no longer own the selfie. Often described as a negative aspect of the “me” generation, the selfie has officially gone from a generational epidemic… Read more »
Beckman: Millennials overexposed to violence in media are fearful of dangers, despite statistics
On April 9, another tragic, violent event shocked the country. The stabbing at a suburban Pennsylvania high school was another reminder that no matter where… Read more »
Beckman: Millennials should not be proud of underachieving
If you’ve ever posted a BuzzFeed list on social media about not having your life together and captioning it: “This is me,” stop. The pop-culture… Read more »
Beckman: Tuition increases widen wealth gap for millennials
Logic says that if there’s a problem, you fix rather than perpetuate it. And yet, on March 6, Syracuse University announced a tuition increase of… Read more »
Beckman: Teen suing parents adds to stereotypical image of millennials
The greedy millennial now has a face. On March 3, a story broke about a New Jersey teen who was suing her parents, demanding they… Read more »
Beckman: Crowdfunding serves as modern, innovative form of investment
If you’re a college student or recent graduate, you’ve probably been asked by a friend or acquaintance to help fund a project on a crowdfunding… Read more »
Cyber-bullying mobs can have concerning effects
Every now and then, something happens that turns millennials on the Internet from a quirky, meme-sharing entity into an angry mob. Most recently, it was… Read more »
Beckman: Facebook's WhatsApp purchase shows potential to bring back millennial users
Millennials used to be best friends with Facebook. We’d tell it what we were doing that day, show it all of the pictures from the… Read more »
