Entries by The Gatekeeper

Millenterview: Christine Benz, Photographer

Millenterviews are a new part of TQQ: monthly interviews with creative and inspirational millennials. This month our Millenterview guest is Christine Benz. Christine is a college senior who already has a successful photography career. We sat down (virtually) with Christine to ask her about her life as millennial business owner. When did you discover your passion […]

The Best DIY Dorm Decor Videos

It’s been a few months in your new space, whether it be an apartment, dorm, or house, and you still haven’t decorated. Some of us aren’t especially talented with interior decorating and crafts, but these YouTubers are, and they’re ready to share their tips with you! I love reading Tumblr and Pinterest room decor hacks, […]

How to Spot a Dancer

As October 1st, World Ballet Day passes again for another year, so it only seems fitting to write another article about dance. The average Joe probably didn’t have a huge red circle around October 1st on his calendar, but for dancers around the world, October 1st provides a couple of options. But first let me explain; World […]

I’m Glad I Went to Normal, Boring High School

When I look back at my past, sometimes I regret not doing more with my high school career. I went to a normal, boring public high school in rural North Carolina. I had other options, but ended up staying at my home school, and most of the time I was happy. But sometimes I think […]

Is Etiquette Still Relevant?

Etiquette…not a word we hear often.  My grandmother doesn’t even use it anymore.  What is it? Where has it gone and does it even matter?  I remember flipping through a Miss Manners book once and laughing at all the funny rules; were people really this picky?  Does it really matter how I use my spoon […]

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Why I Put Love on a Shelf

I am in love… beautiful, amazing, maddening, crippling love. And he has no idea. Let me explain. This is not one of those sweet love stories where the geeky girl falls for the unaware popular boy. Nope. This is one of those love stories where adult life gets in the way of the fairy tale […]

How To Stop a Crush

Crushes are inconvenient and time consuming. We as collegiates just don’t need that crap in our lives. Crushes may be healthy, but maybe we don’t want to be healthy! As college students, we have better things to worry about than if we look hot for our crush. We are strong, independent collegiates, and we don’t […]