Author: Allison Grundy

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 …

In September, Netflix released four short films directed by Wes Anderson based on stories by the beloved children’s author Roald Dahl. The films are: “Poison,” “The Swan,” “The Rat Catcher” and “The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar.”  The first three of the films listed run for 17 minutes; “Henry Sugar” is the longest at 45 …

This year, I’ve managed to get all of my new clothing from second-hand sources. I had this goal in mind because of my desire to be more sustainable and economical and create a more meaningful and unique wardrobe.  Unfortunately, overconsumption and fast fashion are both issues that stem from the current habits of consumers in …

Although there are many skaters on campus, Isaiah Jelani Lawrence is, in some circles, known at Southern Adventist University for practicing his skateboard tricks on the promenade, dormitory parking lots and various paved roads around campus. Lawrence is a junior at Southern majoring in theology and computer science. In an interview with the Accent, he …

In the past few years, aesthetic has been a widely used word on social media. There are many popular “aesthetics” that have been given names, such as cottage-core, granola girl and dark academia. Many of these aesthetics are linked to different types of clothing, lifestyles, activities and other niche attributes. To those who are unfamiliar …