Author: Mia Altamuro

  • Empowering the Youth: Maya Gold’s Impact

    Empowering the Youth: Maya Gold’s Impact

    In 2018, suicide was the second leading cause of death among 10-24 year olds, according to the United Health Foundation. During the pandemic, rates of depression and anxiety only increased among teenagers due to isolation, according to the World Health Organization. This affects not only the teenagers who take their own life, but the people…

  • An American Perspective on the Complexities of Nationalism

    An American Perspective on the Complexities of Nationalism

    The Russo-Ukrainian War and wider conflict of NATO versus Russian influence has captured global attention and interest, particularly in America, New York and the New Paltz community. Ukraine has drafted male citizens ages 18-60 and has been successful in preventing Russia from occupying major cities. Stephen Pampinella, SUNY New Paltz professor of political science and…