Every year, 8 million tons of plastic end up in our oceans from coastal nations. Plastic pollution negatively affects the oceanic ecosystem, damaging marine life and other ecosystems who depend on them. In this article, we highlighted seven companies who have made it their mission to reduce plastic pollution and reuse plastic to make their amazing products.

Self-care, which has become synonymous with lotion and bubble baths, is highly popularized but a misunderstood word. Simplifying self-care to a level of materialism and indulgence can be dangerous. If you can create a plan that revolves around healthy habits, adding small acts of self-care to your everyday routine can be manageable and health-focused.

Pride Month is all about celebrating the LGBTQ+ community. One of the ways that we can understand more about the history and the modern context of LGBTQ+ struggles is through film. If you’re interested in learning more about LGBTQ+ stories, check out the movies in this short list!

Every year, the month of May is devoted to the celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the United States. Learn more about how you can educate yourself on the history of the AAPI community and get involved in events and traditions celebrating this community.

From exotic pets to Shakespeare superfans, the stories of how some invasive species have hopped borders may seem far-fetched and maybe even comical. Nonetheless, it’s important that we recognize the danger of invasive species and how they have created disbalance in American ecosystems. Read more to learn about the ecological challenges of invasive species!

Doing things that are good for you and bring you joy is essential to becoming physically and mentally fit. But it can be hard sorting through all the different Internet posts and advice on ways to improve your health and wellness. To make things a bit easier for you, we compiled some of our favorite health and wellness resources you can incorporate into your routine to make some positive changes!

Can you turn a bit of inspiration and passion into a life path and make an impact on the world? Here’s a story of one art student at Syracuse University who is making her impact, using special effects to break barriers inside and outside the classroom. Keep reading to learn more about Danielle Russo and her passion for movie makeup.

Ever wondered what intellectual property is? Well, Intellectual property refers to the creative works of the human mind. Continue reading to find out more about the different types of intellectual property and how each one is protected by law.

Happy Jazz Appreciation Month! Jazz has also evolved over the years to accommodate many styles and techniques. Want to see how jazz has changed for yourself? Check out this small playlist to listen to a jazz song from each decade.