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Allison Grundy

Allison Grundy

Allison Grundy is majoring in Business Administration at Southern Adventist University. In her free time she enjoys writing and reading. Her long term plans include running a coffee shop and continuing to write. Formerly the lifestyle editor, she is excited to take on the role as opinion editor of the Accent this year.

Written by: Allison Grundy If you’ve ever been on a road trip in the South, maybe even taken Interstate 75 toward Atlanta, you’ve probably seen advertisements for Buc-ee’s.  The looming signs remind parents that the next stop is no less than 57 miles, so they can tell the kids in the back to cross their …

Written by: Allison Grundy All over social media platforms, many influencers, celebrities and even everyday users regularly post edited photos and videos that present an idealized version of themselves with smooth skin, no wrinkles and a seemingly effortless youthful beauty. These impossible standards can lead to increased anxiety about appearance since people’s bodies change as …

Written by: Allison Grundy Many parts of life are worth documenting, keeping and sharing. It can help individuals keep track of memories and also measure their growth over the years. Documentation used to look different than it does today, with shaky camcorder home videos kept on thumb drives and scrapbooks overfilled with photos and stationery …

Written by: Allison Grundy The holiday season is known as a time of celebration, warmth and generosity. However, for many, it has also become a period defined by overconsumption.  From the frenzy of Black Friday sales to the mountains of gifts bought for Christmas, the holidays often come with an underlying pressure to buy more, …

Written by: Allison Grundy The chill breeze and changing leaves can only mean one thing: cuffing season is finally here. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary explains that “cuffing season,” which begins in October and lasts until just after Valentine’s Day, is the time of the year when many people begin new relationships.  As people find themselves in …

Written by: Allison Grundy There’s nothing better than stretching out after a long day with a new book in your hands. A year ago, in my search for new reads, I heard of Colleen Hoover’s most popular novel “It Ends With Us” time and time again, especially following its film adaptation release.  According to an …

Written by: Allison Grundy Some trends on social media can be positive and others negative, while most seem to just be confusing to the average person. Yet trends are important to notice, as they tend to speak to the desires of the masses.  With this in mind, the “slow living” trend, which has become popular …

Written by: Allison Grundy Being away from home is hard. Living in a college dorm is many students’ first experience being on their own, apart from their families. It can be a challenge to think of ways to make an otherwise empty dorm room feel like a home away from home. This is especially difficult …

Written by: Allison Grundy As the new year begins, some people start to think about their resolutions. For many, the new year is like a blank canvas where they can have a second chance to work on themselves and toward their goals. One reason why making resolutions may be worth considering is the ability to …

What comes to mind when I think about a picnic is rosy gingham blankets, wicker baskets and sweet family gatherings. As nice as that is, picnics as a college student are something that can be far more utilitarian. In my experience, I find that whenever I am able to sit outside and study, I’m able …

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