Viewpoints

Following the re-election of former United States President Donald Trump, Managing Editor Jane Ripps struggles to come to terms with the implications of the result.

As Donald Trump was elected as the 47th President of the United States by the will of the people, so too must the public protect America’s democracy from his potential threats.

As the 2024 Presidential Election inches closer and closer, the youth have no reason to be optimistic about either candidate.

Social Media Staffer Iliana Tejada reflects on the independent women who raised her.

In a newly competitive Georgia, voters should be excited about choosing their next Presidential candidate.

CCHS teachers must be proactive leaders and create safe environments to allow students to thrive.

Journalism I student Isabella Hammock discusses her interpretation of what it means to be Southern.

In a nation that prides itself on celebrating diverse perspectives and progressiveness, electing a powerful female president like Kamala Harris is long overdue.

Shopping from brands like Shein, Zara, and H&M has a negative impact on the people who work for them and the environment.

Diversity and representation are crucial importance for modern-day media organizations, which is why the ODYSSEY has taken steps to ensure they are codified into our policies.

CCHS participated in a statewide walkout on Sept. 20, but not every student came to protest for stricter gun laws.

In the wake of yesterday’s horrific shooting at Apalachee High School, Editor-in-Chief Wyatt Meyer doesn’t know where to look next.

Calling all speedsters – the University of Georgia’s new NASCAR team is making waves in Athens.

Viewpoints Editor Peter Atchley talks about how he questioned Christianity from a young age and struggled to build his own relationship with religion.

Managing Editor Maya Clement discusses the importance of having a place to feel free.

The Athens community has some access to domestic violence services, but at CCHS, the preventative education surrounding the issue must match the reactive support.

Journalism I student Isabella Gresham shares her experience of being bicultural and the difficulties she has faced.

Clarke County School District schools do not provide Gifted Education services to a representative sample of the student body.

CCHS students need to advocate for more accessible period products around the school, as these products are mandatory for menstruators.

My classmates can see that I’m not typing like them. They can see me pulling my hair, trying so hard to simply read.

A graphic displays Bethel High School junior Josh Heyel’s Instagram profile. ODYSSEY Newsmagazine Lead…

ODYSSEY Newsmagazine Editor-in-Chief Molly Harwell reflects on her time in the program.

Senior and Viewpoints staffer Amya Hopkins writes about how her reasoning for joining ODYSSEY has changed as she has spent more time in the program.

ODYSSEY Media Group Broadcast Staffer Daniel Cruz reflects on his short but transformational time in the program.

Photography Editor and Journalism I Facilitator Aza Khan reflects on her four years in the ODYSSEY.

Digital Editor-in-Chief Anna Shaikun, a senior, reflects on her time in the ODYSSEY Media Group.

News Staffer Angel Jara speaks on his time in the ODYSSEY and how it’s impacted him.

News Editor and Journalism I Facilitator Isabella Westrich, a senior, reflects on her time in the ODYSSEY Media Group.

  A photo gallery depicting highlight from Cadence Schapker’s time in the ODYSSEY (2020-2024)…

ODYSSEY Media Group Social Media Coordinator and Journalism I Facilitator Isabelle Duncan reflects on her short but valuable time in the program.

Managing Editor Maya Clement discusses the importance of community during her nearly four years in ODYSSEY.

Variety Staffer Maggie Monk reflects on her experience joining the ODYSSEY Media Group in the second semester of her senior year.

ODYSSEY Media Group Business Manager and Journalism I Facilitator Audrey St. Onge reflects on her four-year journey.

News Staffer Angel Jara discusses the significance of the movie “Step Brothers” and what it means to him as he prepares to enter the adult world.

Journalism I student Jazlyn González-Albarran shares her dream of success and how she attributes that desire to her parents’ sacrifices.

CCHS students must take advanatge of the benefits of having a mentor to give advice and share experience.

Whether they realize it or not, CCHS students walk in the footsteps of their predecessors on the long road that is Athens history.

Sports Editor Cadence Schapker discusses her struggles with understanding her identity as a biracial American and the steps she took to grow her confidence in her culture.

The CCSD’s declining graduation rate is nothing short of alarming, but before community members panic, they need to recognize the complicated contributing factors.

Managing Editor Maya Clement shares her experience going skydiving after waiting for 10 years.

Editor-in-Chief Molly Harwell writes a letter to her 14-year-old brother, Sam, and her nine-year-old brother, Nate, about the many ways they have impacted her life.

Managing Editor Maya Clement voices her concern that Athens citizens must recognize the city’s history before it is completely gone.

Editor-in-Chief Molly Harwell shares the role that mentorship has played in her high school experience and the ways in which she hopes to pass it on to future generations.

Popular media portrays teenagers as oversexualized, drugged out, and lazy. This perception harms high schoolers and good representation is hard to find.

Viewpoints Staffer Samaya Ellis reflects on her history of suffering split holidays within her family and how that dynamic has changed over time.

News Editor Isabella Westrich reflects on how her perception of her hometown has changed as she’s grown up.

Clarke Central High School sophomore and News Staffer Adah Hamman discusses the changes that come with entering the tenth grade.

Digital Editor-in-Chief Anna Shaikun describes her experience at the Georgia Governor’s Honors Program and how it improved her confidence.

A group of students stand in the darkness, separated from a classroom illuminated in…

Variety staffer Abigail Holloway discusses how owning a tortoise as a pet impacts her life.

In the state of our society today, CCHS needs to update security policies to better protect students and staff from outside dangers.

Editor-in-Chief Molly Harwell shares her experience with junior year and how she has navigated the “learning curve.”

Many factors make the end of the second semester the hardest part of the school year for students.

Visuals Staffer Temprince Battle talks about their experience being on the inaugural Georgia High School Association flag football team in the CCSD.

Although Apple TV+’s comedy “Ted Lasso” is entirely fictional, the lessons athletes can learn from the show are very real.

Social Media Staffer Isabelle Duncan looks back on why she became vegan and the importance of transitioning to her new lifestyle.

The harsh academic pressure of high school leaves students choosing between prioritizing their grades and GPA or their physical and mental health, creating an unsustainable lifestyle.

Extreme funding to local, statewide and national police associations is not helping to repair the broken criminal justice system.

Editor-in-Chief Molly Harwell writes an open letter to the women in her life to commemorate the ways they have impacted her.

Variety Editor Isabella Westrich reflects on the role that her grandpa, a chef, and the food he makes have played in her life.

Editor-in-Chief Molly Harwell talks about her history with dance at East Athens Educational Dance Center and how the experience has molded her.

Student-owned businesses are no longer a fantasy as young entrepreneurs at CCHS find ways to express themselves through a variety of business ventures.

Illustrator Antonio Starks comments on the debate about whether newer generations are better or worse than previous generations.

Journalism I student Peter Atchley shares how the “Don’t Say Gay” Bill would affect LGBTQ+ education and the ways that it relates to him personally.

The Athens-Clarke County community gives students the opportunity to learn and grow through their fashion choices, which contributes to a diverse culture at CCHS.

Viewpoints Staffer Isabelle Galis and Webmaster Maya Shrivastav debate the pros and cons of Valentine’s Day.

With two and a half weeks off of school and many holidays occurring, winter break is supposed to be a joyful time for all, but this isn’t always the case.

Editor-in-Chief Molly Harwell shares her family’s personal motto and how it has shaped her as a leader.

Lead Copy Editor Maya Clement shares her experience with being competitive and how that has affected her life.

Digital Junior Copy Editor Riley Ramsey describes how her relationship with her uncle was impacted by his genetic disorder, Cystic Fibrosis.

Viewpoints Editor Janie Ripps and Viewpoints Staffer Mykolas Kumpis discuss the upcoming midterm elections.

Restrictive bills in Georgia, specifically Senate Bill 202, are suppressive to voters’ rights and will greatly impact the 2022 gubernatorial election.

Viewpoints Editor Janie Ripps writes a letter to fall expressing the love she has for the season.

The censorship of books with diverse representation in schools can lead to negative consequences in terms of LGBTQ+ students’ mental health.

News Staffer Miles Lawrence reflects on his experience being the twin brother of someone diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy and how that diagnosis has impacted his life.

A required course that teaches teenagers valuable financial skills would help CCHS students enter adulthood feeling confident and ready to support themselves monetarily.

It is more important than ever for students to address issues that impact them.

The facilities at CCHS are unable to accommodate the rapidly increasing population of students and staff at the school, impacting their abilities to do meaningful and timely work.

While homelessness is a problem, many conflate homelessness and homeless people to both be problems to deal with.

Viewpoints Staffer Mykolas Kumpis reflects on his move from West Virginia to Athens and the overwhelming changes he experienced.

Once used as a motivational tool, the “that girl” trend on TikTok has become a toxic fad that is causing discontent and hyperproductivity in young adults.

The U.S. is facing a national teacher shortage, but what on earth could possibly be stopping people from being teachers?

Following her last match in the United States Open Tennis Championship on Sept. 3, tennis star Serena Williams retired. However, her lasting impact on sports for female athletes will never end.

Viewpoints Staffer Antonio Starks writes about his experience with having stereotypes forced upon him as a young Black male.

Even though it’s been 35 years since “Dirty Dancing” was released, the film has never been a more relevant watch due to its insight into societal standards from the 1960s to now.

Georgia Governor’s Honors Program graduates Sofia Balsamo and Ayanna Lonon reflect on their experiences in the program.

As activist movements continue to heavily rely on social media, it is imperative that those wishing to contribute do so with proper intent and through effective practice.

The evolution of representation in children’s movies has expanded on-screen diversity, but these writers still have a long way to go in order to extensively cover real-world representation.

Administrators should address the a harmful lack of communication with students when lockdowns, especially accidental ones, occur at CCHS.

Providing free menstrual supplies in school restrooms would benefit students’ mental health and academics.

ODYSSEY Class of 2022 seniors reflect on their time in the program.

J1 students share their reactions to professor and award-winning poet Natasha Trethewey’s visit to CCHS on April 21.

Mental illnesses are often stigmatized and misunderstood as a result of ignorant phrases that trivialize the experiences that those with mental illnesses may endure.

The world is facing an impending climate crisis. But having breathable air in the future would mean inconveniencing ourselves today… ugh.

News staffer Emily Couch talks about her experience deleting Instagram for four months and the new perspective she gained from the time away.

Photographer Aza Khan recalls memories with her younger sister and how they have shaped each other’s lives.

Schools should not have the right to place disciplinary action on students’ speech off of the school campus.

Art has been foundational for illustrator and Viewpoints staffer Antonio Starks, who uses visual art to reflect on aspects of his character and emotions.

Menu Editor Kalliope Samaltanos explains the ways grief has affected her life and how she views other people.

The negative impact of COVID-19 on students’ mental health and social interactions is especially apparent now that CCHS students have returned to higher academic standards for a semester of traditional in-person learning

Print Managing Editor and Journalism I Facilitator Chloe Sears writes about her familial connection to Ukraine, and how current events in the country are impacting her.

Viewpoints editor Molly Harwell writes an open letter to perfectionism, about her struggle with feeling pressure to be the best and how she is working to overcome it.

Because the COVID-19 vaccine is a crucial element to moving past the pandemic, the CCSD community must work together to overcome vaccine hesitancy.

News staffer Emily Couch describes the three common and contradictory definitions of the word “nice,” explaining how each one differs from one another.

Print Editor-in-Chief Audrey Enghauser discusses the scarcity of queer voices within the college research process and the importance of queer communities, beyond straight allyship, to queer students.

Viewpoints Staffer Eleanor Robinson writes about the risk of online dating and how she herself fell victim.

CCSD community members should direct their efforts to overcome the bus driver shortage to district leaders instead of targeting the drivers.

Former Digital Editor-in-Chief Owen Donnelly and former Illustrator Lilli Sams debate the pros and cons of Valentine’s Day in a throwback post.

News staffer Sofia Balsamo reflects on her struggles with being bicultural.

Beat Editor Maya Clement shares her experience with having a stepfather and how he has impacted her life in a variety of ways.

Viewpoints writer Eleanor Robinson criticizes YouTube’s lack of facilitation in its algorithm with a sarcastic but cheery satire, told from the point of view of the site itself.

Sports staffer Cadence Schapker reflects on her time with the Georgia Children’s Chorus, her time growing up in the program, and the soon-to-be-absence of the departing seniors.

Advisement at CCHS would be better for students if the curriculum was focused on post-high school guidance rather than community-building discussions.

Many students at CCHS are not complying with the COVID-19 guidelines set forth by CCSD, putting themselves and others at risk.

As he progresses through the college application process, Isaac Ramirez shares some words of wisdom with the Class of 2025.

The use of deadnames in Infinite Campus has led to gender-queer students feeling as if their identities are being invalidated by the school district.

Webmaster Anna Shaikun offers a guide on how to deal with University of Georgia football fans.

Sports staffer Janie Ripps reflects on her first months of high school and academic experiences during a pandemic.

CCHS freshman Riley Ramsey shares her experience transitioning from public school to homeschool and back again in 2021.

Healthcare workers have done their best to protect the public from COVID-19. Now we need to do the same for them.

Viewpoints Staffer Eleanor Robinson speaks about her experience in freshman year during the pandemic, and how she grew from it.

Digital Managing Editor Natalie Schliekelman recounts her experience at the 2021 Governor’s Honors Program, where she formed strong friendships with other Communicative Arts majors.

The act of holding public figures accountable is important, but its purpose is lost when celebrities and social media influencers are canceled for trivial reasons.

Due to the pandemic, many mental health experts expect depression and anxiety rates in teens to rise. Now is the time to make structural changes in the U.S. government that will improve access to care.

After over a year of adverse effects on education due to the pandemic, the academic success of K-12 students should be at the forefront of concern for American schools.

Journalism One student Maya Clement shares her thoughts on the importance of being an ally to Asian Americans and the steps she takes to be one.

Beat Editor Gretchen Hinger, a junior, shares her belief that every moment matters and has an impact on the future.

Journalism I Facilitator and graduating senior Owen Donnelly congratulates the class of 2021 on their accomplishments.

Viewpoints Staffer Daniel García-Pozo reflects on his experience listening to Latin American music and how the music has allowed him to connect to his cultural origins.

Sports Staffer Lukas Cornish reflects on what he has learned from his time fishing and how it has helped improve his life.

Viewpoints Editor Maya Cornish writes a letter to her younger brothers, Clarke Central High School sophomore Lukas Cornish and Clarke Middle School seventh-grader Evan Cornish, about her experiences as their older sister.

In recognition of the one-year anniversary of Ahmaud Arbery’s death, Variety Staffer Isaac Ramirez shares his thoughts about what Arbery’s story means to him.

Webmaster Micah Shannon shares how his experiences with the criminal justice system has shaped his beliefs about how we should handle crime and punishment.

CCHS senior Tomás Dougan reflects on two important events in his life and how they’ve shaped his thoughts on compassion.

Ambitions to reform nationwide systematic issues pose unrealistic goals. Those who seek social reform should start making a difference in their own communities

Since the coronavirus hit the U.S. in March, many universities have decided to make standardized test submissions optional, which should be a policy extended beyond the pandemic.

Despite jokes made about a lack of interest in anything but technology, Generation Z is proving to be more engaged and aware of U.S. politics than older generations may expect.

ODYSSEY Illustrator Lilli Sams reflects on her family from Rome, Ga. and its place in her heart during the holiday season.

Digital Staffer Micah Shannon recounts his experience with hiking in the mountains of North Georgia and North Carolina.

ODYSSEY Media Group Beat Editor Gretchen Hinger reflects on how her obsession with school supplies fuels her interest in learning.

Lead Copy Editor Audrey Enghauser reflects on how bullet journaling has changed her mindset about school.

Clarke Central High School senior Raymond Pan remembers his former Director of Bands Dr. Robert Lawerence.

The excessive use of force on Black American citizens calls for reform in the U.S. police forces. One way to do this would be mandatory de-escalation training and community involvement for every police officer.

Clarke Central High School fine arts teacher Amanda Price discusses how in the midst of current events, she finds relief through the arts.

With the recent resurgence of Black Lives Matter protests across the nation, Clarke Central High School Class of 2020 graduate Saran Sesay believes the media has not done its due-diligence in unbiased coverage of protests.

Clarke Central High School English department teacher Jennifer Tesler shares her view on the Black Lives Matter movement as well as poems her students have written about the topic from the 2019-20 school year.

Clarke Central High School Athletic Director Dr. Jon Ward shares his view on the recent protests and how the nation’s leaders have handled it.

Longtime Clarke Central High School and Governor’s Honors Program teacher decries defunding the program.

ODYSSEY Media Group News Editor Maya Cornish shares her thoughts of becoming a senior and the anxiety that comes with it.

At Clarke Central High School, self-segregation has the potential to negatively impact connections between students of different races.

The ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment by the Virginia state legislature raises questions about the future of the amendment on a national level.

Sports staffer Gretchen Hinger reflects on her time during social distancing and her new attitude toward being away from her normal schedule.

Managing Editor Naomi Hendershot reflects on the pandemic the United States is facing and how it should be a wake-up call to the U.S. government to recognize its poor leadership in defending the country against the COVID-19.

As schools across the United States close due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some are having to switch to digital learning, which has posed problems for students.

Clarke Central High School senior and Viewpoints staffer Imani Sykes shares her fear of a disconnect with her twin sister Rosie Sykes as they head on to college.

To the ODYSSEY Media Group readership and community, The past couple of months have…

Clothing choices go beyond skin deep when the unethical and unsustainable practices of the fast fashion textile industry are taken into account.

The process to remove likes from Instagram has the potential to improve mental health, prevent cyberbullying and lower rates of depression for social media users.

The devastating COVID-19 national emergency has highlighted child food insecurity in Athens and the school district’s role in addressing this issue. This crisis should be what motivates Athenians to mobilize and create a society that recognizes everyone’s fundamental right to food.

As Clarke County School District closes its fifth week of online learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic, students are continuing to struggle with their online assignments.

Managing Editor Naomi Hendershot writes a letter to the future Superintendent, sharing her hopes, fears and concerns about the future of the Clarke County School District.

With the share of a post, tweet or hashtag, an entire career, friendship or reputation could be ruined. However, this isn’t the best way for the public to address celebrities’ mistakes.

Within Clarke County schools, as in many schools across the U.S., there are disparities in classroom participation between girls and boys. These disparities require urgent solutions.

Menu Editor Audrey Enghauser reflects on her passion for making collages and how the art form has given her a creative escape from the stressors in her everyday life.

News staffer Maggie Kelleher shares her thoughts on block scheduling coming to CCHS in the 2020-21 school year and how it will affect her plan to pursue a scientific career.

On Feb. 3, Georgia Supreme Court Justice Robert Benham spoke with humor and conviction to members of the Athens community, including students from the Clarke County School District about his life, during the Holmes-Hunter Lecture at the University of Georgia Chapel. Journalism 1 students share what made the trip memorable, and how it affected them.

News staffer Natalie Schliekelman reflects on her memories of camping with friends at Hunting Island, South Carolina throughout her childhood.

Many young children possess an innocence that allows them to view their peers and mentors of different races, cultures and religions without bias. However, this positive outlook is often corrupted at young ages as students are exposed to biased content in the U.S. education system.

News staffer Isabella Johnson reflects on what it’s like growing up with parents who have split custody, and how that has changed her day-to-day life.

Despite the good intentions behind the See Something Send Something app, it is not an effective solution to widespread crises such as gun violence.

The Clarke County School District shouldn’t push digital education if it can’t sustain it.

Republicans’ support of United States President Donald Trump is fundamentally bad for the party.

Despite the current impeachment inquiry against President Donald Trump, President Trump and his supporters will not be stopped.

In a city with limited transportation options, biking gives many students freedom. The absence of bike lanes forces bikers into dangerous conditions.

Teenagers often turn to excessive amounts of coffee, tea and energy drinks to cope with workload or exhaustion, disregarding the possible effects that high levels of caffeine may entail.

ODYSSEY Media Group Sports Editor Alexander Robinson reflects on a cathartic experience he had in Berlin, Germany, as a sixth-grader.

Clarke County School District leaders are engaging in behavior that is distracting from the needs of CCSD students.

Many female rap artists receive backlash for risqué lyrics that promote their sexuality, while male artists are met with praise for doing the same thing.

Webmaster Ireland McCage reflects on her relationship with her brother Connor McCage, and the impact he has had on her life.

Practicing yoga has made a major impact on the life of Editor-in-Chief Elena Gilbertson Hall.

Visuals staffer Luna Reichert reflects on her struggles with low-self esteem and how she is learning to overcome it.

Business Staffer Isaac Ramirez reflects on his love for riding his bike.

Variety staffer Andrew Robinson reflects on the positive relationship he shares with his brother, Alexander Robinson.

News staffer Audrey Enghauser started school at Clarke Central High School last fall after attending a small private school for most of her life.

Many high school graduates feel pressure to attend college and get four-year degrees instead of choosing viable alternative paths.

More high school girls should consider applying to women’s colleges due to the educational environment and academic preparation they provide students.

Although not a perfect solution, restorative justice initiatives are a positive step forward for the Clarke County School District.

Sports Editor Alexander Robinson explores how his racial makeup has influenced his social life.

Variety Staffer Nicole Ramos shares how the loss of her mother affected her and how she has learned to heal from it.

Journalism 1 student Maggie Kelleher shares her experiences transitioning from Burney-Harris- Lyons Middle School to Clarke Central High School.

Business Manager Emma Crane reflects on important moments spent with her older brother, and 2015 Clarke Central High School graduate Ethan Crane.

Journalism I student Natalie Schliekelman writes about her relationship with a friend who moved from Athens to Atsugi, Japan.

Variety Staffer Nicole Ramos composes a letter to her home country, The Dominican Republic, expressing how she feels after her recent visit.

There is no benefit to keeping boys and girls on separated teams as young children.

The Pennsylvania state House of Representatives held a swearing-in ceremony for its first Muslim woman representative, but the ceremony was opened with a Christian prayer.

Sports staffer Zach Donegan reminisces on his football career.

Guest writer and senior Demetria Bolds shares her experience taking Multicultural Literature this year, and how it differs from other literature classes she has taken at Clarke Central High School.

Variety Staffer Tecoya Richardson and Journalism 1 student Lilli Sams share personal stories about their grandparents.

Variety Staffer Tecoya Richardson speaks on how her relationship with her grandma may change once she leaves for college.

Journalism 1 student Lilli Sams reflects on how her grandfather’s battle with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) inspires her in sports and in her everyday life.

Journalism I student Natalie Schliekelman talks about her new motivation to make a difference in the world around her after attending the 2019 Holmes-Hunter lecture.

Clarke Central High School Journalism I student Audrey Enghauser shares her story about how her passion for playing the flute has developed over the last four years.

UGA’s mishandling of the discovery of remains of enslaved peoples under Baldwin Hall shows the University’s disregard for the black community in Athens.

Journalism I student Samaiyah Ra’aid shares her experiences of being the youngest child , how she and her siblings’ interact and how their personalities work along with one another.

The East and West sides of Athens came together at Clarke Central High School on Jan. 5 for a basketball extravaganza.

The 2018 midterm elections offered insights for Democrats about running in the South.

Sophomore Roxanne Domizi reflects on her lifelong struggle with anxiety and her journey to getting better.

Newly eligible voters do not makeup enough of the voting population, despite the fact that they are the most affected by future changes in politics.

Viewpoints writer Maya Cornish shares her experience with a Russian family and the stereotypes that sometimes go along with it.

Clarke Central High School freshman Gretchen Hinger reflects on the lesson learned from the challenges of her new puppy.

The pressures and expectations of adolescent life can cause intense stress in many teens. Schools have a moral obligation to address and educate students on stress management.

Clarke Central High School’s new cell phone policy is beneficial for the student body.

Visuals staffer Audrey Kennedy explains how she sought comfort through her art when dealing with the aftermath of her parents’ divorce.

Journalism 1 student Luna Reichert shares her experience with having a mom with multiple sclerosis and how it has affected her life.

The Georgia gubernatorial election has become a microcosm of the US political climate, and a perfect example of why more people of color and women are needed in office.

Managing Editor Elena Gilbertson Hall and Senior Copy Editor Valeria Garcia-Pozo share their experiences from their summer at the 2018 Governor’s Honors Program.

ODYSSEY Media Group Managing Editor Elena Gilbertson Hall reflects on her time at the Georgia Governor’s Honors Program where students were willing to listen to those of different political affiliations.

Land of the GHPhree: Senior Copy Editor Valeria Garcia-Pozo poses with the girls from her residence hall at the Governor’s Honors Program on July 4. Garcia-Pozo attended GHP, a four-week residential program hosted at Berry College, as a Communicative Arts major from June 17 to July 14.

Despite the cultural progress made by the #MeToo movement, the state of Georgia is…

Georgia state officials, including Secretary of State Brian Kemp, have kicked hundreds of thousands of registered voters off voting rolls in an ongoing case of contemporary voter suppression.

Sophomore Natalie Ripps describes her experience adjusting after her older sister left for college.