Lorraine Woiak
Bio
I am a psychology and music major at the University of North Dakota. As a part of the Army ROTC program, I am working towards a career as a military psychologist.
Stories (36/0)
Stuck in the Middle
Politics. It's everywhere. Nobody likes it, yet everyone talks about it. Now more than ever it seems. Social media, news channels, billboards, shirts, everything bares the motos and names of politicians, political organizations, and activist groups. With so many voices, it makes it easier to be heard in groups. Of course, in the U.S. the most prominent groups are political parties. Democrats vs Republicans. Liberals vs Conservatives. But where does that leave those in the middle?
By Lorraine Woiak6 years ago in The Swamp
The Truths and Myths of College Life
In high school, you often hear the horror stories about college. While many of these rumors do hold true, others are simply myths. But it is also important to remember that everyone has a different experience that is influenced by their choices and the atmosphere of their school. What rang true to me may not be what you see.
By Lorraine Woiak6 years ago in Education
The Rwandan Genocide
Everyone has heard of the holocaust that killed millions of Jews, gypsies, homosexuals, and any other person that didn't fit the Nazis' views of perfect. And while this tragedy had a lasting impact on Europe and WW2, it is not the only genocide to have shaken the world.
By Lorraine Woiak6 years ago in Serve
- Top Story - April 2018
The Eastern Timber WolfTop Story - April 2018
I volunteered at the Timber Wolf Preservation Society (TWPS) from 2012 to its closing in 2014. As a tour guide, I learned things I never thought I would. My first-hand experience showed me that much of what I thought I knew about wolves before was false. They are a beautiful species that I think everyone can learn from.
By Lorraine Woiak6 years ago in Petlife
How To Pick Up Clarinet at Any Age
Music has a tremendous influence on everything in life, from entertainment to mental health. That said, learning how to play an instrument for the first time may be daunting. Whether you have kids starting in band or you are in your 70s, here are the basics you should know about picking up the clarinet.
By Lorraine Woiak6 years ago in Beat
One Video, One Life Forever Changed
Music has been a part of my life since I was little. However, I did not realize that music really was my life until I was headed in a direction I never thought I would be. As a musician, I am often asked what my favorite song is or what has been my greatest inspiration. Any true music lover will tell you that it is impossible to choose just one song. My greatest inspiration came from a place many would not expect and led me to a path no one could predict...
By Lorraine Woiak6 years ago in Serve
ALEKS: The Worst Online Learning Program
I was first introduced to ALEKS my freshman year of college. Like most first years, I had to take College Algebra as a general education credit and a prerequisite for many other courses. This year, my school decided to incorporate ALEKS into the math department. None of the students and only a few of the teaching assistants heard about the program before its introduction into the university, as it is still a relatively new system on the market. We were told about how ALEKS is able to adapt to your abilities and give you more individualized learning. Sounds great! Right? That's what we thought, too...
By Lorraine Woiak6 years ago in Education