The Statesman

Spirit of papal visit might not change millennial attitudes

Kate Valerio • September 23, 2015

For those who haven’t been anywhere near a TV, Pope Francis is here.

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The art of rejection

Kate Valerio • September 10, 2015

Many amateurs reject people with what can only be described as the world’s biggest cop-out — telling someone you’re already in a relationship.

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PDA: Public displays of annoyance

Kate Valerio • September 2, 2015

I completely understand the thrill of getting busy in public, but there’s a new dimension added when there’s someone studying for a BIO 358 test a dozen feet away.

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Stony Brook’s “Brokehaven” dorms are actually a paradise

Kate Valerio • August 30, 2015

Students have told me about the less-than-adequate time they had, but from what they described, it actually sounds amazing.

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The thot club: hottest new club on campus

Kate Valerio • August 26, 2015

There's a group I have decided to call The Thot Club — an elite group of individuals whose unique characteristics make everyone’s lives a little more interesting.

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25 real things to do before you graduate

Kate Valerio • August 24, 2015

I created my own list of things to do at Stony Brook before graduation based on the wisdom and experience I have acquired over the last three years. Hold for applause.

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The Sexwolf: You pushed air in there

Kate Valerio • May 7, 2015

When you least expect it, a farting sound rips through the air. One party is disgusted by the culprit, the other is embarrassed, but knows the truth.

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Stony Brook answers: I wish my professors knew…

Kate Valerio • May 5, 2015

We took our own poll of what Stony Brook students wish their professors knew. Listen up professors, it is time for you to learn.

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We need to talk

Kate Valerio • April 30, 2015

As long as rape happens, we are going to have to talk about it. And now is a good time to start.

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The Sexwolf: Can I has yo numba?

Kate Valerio • April 14, 2015

I’ve conducted some research—which may not be up to Stony Brook research standards, but is interesting nonetheless—and asked some people if they had a go-to move.

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