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Rania Rizvi

Rania Rizvi is a Rutgers Business School and School of Arts and Sciences sophomore majoring in supply chain management and journalism and media studies. Her column, "Reali-Tea with Rania," runs on alternate Wednesdays.

ON THE FRONT LINES: Curb your savior complex

We have all heard of the savior complex, and on paper, it sounds favorable. After all, in the media, those with savior complexes tend to be rewarded. They are the sexy Edward Cullens, the heroes, the alphas in the pack.Mar 25

Internalized Islamophobia: 9/11's insidious aftermath

Jan. 16, 2000: My two newly-wed Muslim Pakistani parents immigrated to Canada to start their new life together. Packing a few suitcases, they left everything they knew –– their friends, family and the only place they called home –– behind. Dec 9

RIZVI: Being good enough — for you

Today, I logged into LinkedIn and saw that a friend of mine had just finished her finance internship with an esteemed corporation. I, as a retail worker that sells soap and a freelance writer, felt the gravity of failure pushing down on my head.Dec 9

Where to get your caffeine fix around College Avenue

As college students, many of us can’t function without at least a cup of caffeine in our daily routines, and with midterm season rapidly approaching, you’ll probably need a couple.Nov 16

Ruining your childhood: Misogyny, abuse in 'The Twilight Saga'

Vampires, sexism, assault and ridiculously misogynistic men with savior complexes may not be what comes to mind when thinking about "The Twilight Saga," but it is an accurate summary of the series.Nov 6

Ruining your childhood: Why 'The Little Mermaid' is regressive, sexist

Act like a girl. Be a lady. Wear a dress. Love a man. Be as “pretty as a princess,” they say. And you believed it, too. Oct 30

If you eat halal, check out these food spots on campus

For those of us who eat halal, the struggle to find halal food outside of the kitchen is real. Oct 23

Thee Baddest: Megan Thee Stallion speaks about violence against Black women

In her recently published op-ed article in The New York Times, “Why I Speak Up For Black Women,” hip-hop sensation Megan Thee Stallion opened up about her violent incident with rapper Tory Lanez in mid-July, the struggles of being a woman of color and why she advocates for Black women.Oct 15

RIZVI: ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ explores important sociopolitical issues

Since the arrival of "Avatar: The Last Airbender" (ATLA) to Netflix on May 15, the animated series has found its way into the hearts of millions.Oct 14

RIZVI: Signs that your friend is toxic

Have you ever had a friend that you know you care about, but for some reason, something about them just is not right? Sep 16

RIZVI: Cancel culture is nuanced in its impacts

RIZVI: There are ways to combat coronavirus anxiety

RIZVI: Acne can teach us valuable lessons