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  • Beacon Of Color

    Beacon Of Color

    by Kassandra Johnson Standing in the hot sun, cheering as each float passed in a flurry of color, it seemed like everyone in Portland was on that street. In that moment I realized something: I’m thankful to live here. It was Sunday, June 17, and I was at the Pride Parade in downtown Portland. As…

  • It’s a mad, mad world

    We all know going to school is stressful and being on your own is too. A few years ago, I was diagnosed with a psychiatric condition. I’m happy, healthy and stable due to my doctors, prescriptions – and most of all – due to the amazing support system I have in my family and my…