Author Archives: Kim Bartenfelder

#HappyPeriod—Meaningful Event Focuses on Local Women’s Health

Mason Students Become More Involved in Community Health BY KIM BARTENFELDER, STAFF WRITER The National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) hosted their first #HappyPeriod event on Nov. 8 in The Hub, encouraging Mason students to think more about women’s menstrual…

The Best of Both Worlds

Junior volleyball player goes above and beyond in her academic and athletic careers BY KIM BARTENFELDER STAFF WRITER Junior Bailey Williams is revamping the image of student-athletes at Mason. Excelling on the court as an outside hitter for Mason’s women’s volleyball…

Jaire Grayer: A True Patriot At Heart

On and off the court Grayer exceeds expectations as a player and a man of his community BY KIM BARTENFELDER STAFF WRITER Tackling his senior year, Jaire Grayer could not be more on top of his game. As a guard for…

Dear Ivy

Dear Ivy

This week, Ivy tells a student how to deal with online dating and friendship Dear Ivy, My best friend and I never really dated much in high school. Now that we’re in college, both of us have downloaded all those…

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Female Empowerment Shines in Contemporary Music

Ariana Grande becomes an inspiring activist for women through music BY KIM BARTENFELDER, STAFF WRITER Since the release of “God is a Woman” by Ariana Grande in July 2018, the song has served as a lyrical and visual representation of women’s…

An Athlete. An Academic. An Inspiration.

Senior soccer player excels in the classroom and on the pitch BY KIM BARTENFELDER STAFF WRITER This is Emily Littell. A soccer player. A scholar. A young woman to celebrate. Senior Emily Littell is approaching the end of her college experience…

Dear Ivy

Dear Ivy

A Freshman Asks Ivy For Advice On How to Make Friends At College BY KIM BARTENFELDER, STAFF WRITER Dear Ivy, People always say that college is supposed to be the best years of your life, but I’m four weeks into…

Burke Lake Park

Hidden Hangouts: Burke Lake Park

With the summer coming to an end, visit Burke Lake Park for your favorite last-minute summer activities BY KIM BARTENFELDER, STAFF WRITER With the beginning of a new semester comes new responsibilities, more dedication to our studies and the sad reality…

Hidden Hangouts: Epicure Cafe

Photo by Kim Bartenfelder Epicure Cafe off Lee Highway has music, good decor, and authentic Mediterranean dishes. BY KIM BARTENFELDER   The beginning of a new semester at Mason is a breath of fresh air, but the return to Fairfax…