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Uju Nwanonyiri

Uju Nwanonyiri is a sophomore in the School of Arts and Sciences majoring in Journalism and Media Studies and Public Health. Nwanonyiri’s column, “Debrief Discussions” runs on alternate Mondays.

NWANONYIRI: Society should not glamorize having children before marriage

As I get older, I am beginning to realize that I am getting to an age where having a child is somewhat socially acceptable, and that scares me. Being that I am only 20 years old, it is common to see people my age have a kid but not get married, which I find disturbing. The normalization of this concept from social media and celebrities does not help either.5 hours ago

NWANONYIRI: Sad reality of celebrity deaths

It has almost been a month since Liam Payne, the beloved 31-year-old British singer and band member of One Direction, died. Like many other fans worldwide, it is safe to say that I am still grieving.Nov 8

NWANONYIRI: Too much self-stereotyping within Black community

The rise of YouTube dating shows and reality shows, such as "Baddies West" and "20 v 1," have emphasized the prevalence of self-stereotyping in the Black community. The creators of these shows risk the exploitation of individuals and a poor portrayal of the Black community for the sake of their views.Oct 25

NWANONYIRI: Mukbangs have gone too far

Mukbangs have become a widespread phenomenon in the past few years. Originally popularized by South Korean culture, the word "mukbang" translates to "eating broadcast." This means eating in front of a camera for viewers, sometimes pre-recorded and other times live-streamed.Sep 26

NWANONYIRI: Binge drinking danger lurks on college campuses

With the pressures of societal norms and college traditions, many students have fallen prey to the dangers of binge drinking. A typical Friday or Saturday night on campus may include parties or other gatherings where friends encourage each other to drink.Apr 25

NWANONYIRI: College students' worst nightmare, inflation

Life has always been structured for us to transition from childhood to adulthood: going to school, getting a job, buying a house, getting married, having kids and hopefully retiring. Unfortunately, many of us cannot even obtain a stable job to afford a one-bedroom, one-bath studio apartment.Apr 11

NWANONYIRI: Please, no more child entertainers

Hollywood will always remain a mystery to me. I never fully understood the idea of subjecting a young child to labor that exposes them to the world while working long hours on a set with adults. Are school plays not enough?Mar 28

NWANONYIRI: People are too obsessed with Taylor Swift

Growing up, I thought every Taylor Swift song was an instant hit. From "Bad Blood" to "Blank Space," like any other average 9-year-old girl, you could not convince me she was not a lyrical genius and an icon ahead of her time.Mar 14