Celebrating 200 Years

Maria Buzogany


4 sweet treats to make for spring

Whether you spent spring break frolicking on the beach or stayed home to catch up on some much-needed sleep, these spring pastries are just what you need to enjoy the season ahead. From a light and fluffy lemon blueberry coffee cake to a rich and decadent fudge brownie, there’s a recipe for every occasion.


Climate change is beginning to effect weather patterns across the globe -- including Olympic games locations.

Climate change threatens the Winter Olympics

Held every four years, the Winter Olympics showcase events ranging from skiing, ice skating, hockey and curling on an international level. This year, Milano, Cortina – the birthplace of alpine skiing – hosted the games in a much warmer climate than previous years.


(from left to right) Luke Wardrip, Mason Santalucia, Maria Buzogany, Danah Al-Muhtaseb, Kelsie Weingart, and Sara Calderon stand before the start line. Photo provided by Maria Buzogany.

The Flying Pig: The marathon of a lifetime

"While stepping to the start line feels thrilling, crossing the “finish swine” feels illuminating. I always love seeing the line of goodies and refreshments the race organizers offer, and reuniting with family and friends for post-race debrief and brunch."



Diet culture and the misinformation about nutrition on social media

"TikTok’s algorithm-driven content prioritizes short, engaging videos filled with buzzwords, eye-catching infographics and emotionally related content, allowing influencers to forsake evidence and credibility for views. This undermines the trust in public health professionals and science-backed interventions."


Culture writer Maria Buzogany shares recipes to spice up your morning coffee.

Seasonal, simple syrup recipes

Channel your inner barista this fall season with five cozy autumnal simple syrups that blend perfectly well with lattes, chai tea, matcha or drizzled over two scoops of vanilla bean ice cream.Instead of draining your declining dollars at Starbucks by mid-October, bring the coffeehouse to your dorm or apartment with these affordable syrups, which are packed with warm, rich and flavorful spices and aromas.