Gen Z is defined as the generation of anyone born from the years 1996-2010, as per McKinsey & Company. This 14-year stretch of time has contained some of the most life altering events of the late-90s and 2000s; 9/11, the 2007 housing crisis, inflation, the rise of social media and the modern internet, and all …
Housing too Expensive, and Beaches Aren’t their Scene; Gen Z On Long Island Read More »
Get ready for the Battle of the Generations! In one corner: Gen X and in the other, their formidable opponent: Millennials! There are stereotypes surrounding both generations, and nothing is off the table in discussing them. You don’t want to miss this showdown! We hope you enjoyed our family #talkshow together on YouTube with our …
Let’s Kick it with the Joneses – Gen X vs Millennials: Battle of the Generations! Read More »
Generation Z grew up during the rise in technological advancement and the emergence of digital platforms. Coming to the brink of adulthood with a nation that once had a promising economy, currently halted by a global pandemic, this generation has the potential to face more financial uncertainty than the previous generations. That deep familiarity with …
4 Easy Life-Tips to Build Financial Literacy For Generation Z Read More »
Ever since COVID-19 arrived in the U.S. and people found themselves in quarantine, many have decided to take up hobbies to pass the time. Whether it was baking banana bread, brewing whipped coffee or practicing yoga, people were finding new ways to stimulate their minds and stay active. One particular activity that has gained popularity …
Did the Pandemic Introduce Rollerskating to Gen-Z? (Op-Ed) Read More »
In early 2020, Luis Mendez and others were working in Puerto Rico to help with aid for the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. Shortly after returning from Puerto Rico, on March 24, 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic occurred. When Gov. Andrew Cuomo called for a statewide shutdown, they decided to use some of the leftover funds from …
Empowering Young Professionals Pivot During Pandemic to Help over 60,000 Long Islanders Read More »
Generation Z, or Gen Z, has shown increasing support for President Joesph R. Biden and has made history this year. They have dealt with the circumstances of being in college during a global pandemic and made a fight for racial injustice. According to a study by Pew Research Center, Gen-Z is on track to not …
Generation Z’s Impact On the 2020 Election and the Future Read More »
About 200 members of the Stony Brook University (SBU) community including athletes, students and administrators gathered for a Black Lives Matter (BLM) protest and rally this past Wednesday. The demonstration was organized by the Stony Brook University NAACP chapter and the Black Student Athlete Huddle, who spent a little over a month planning the event. …
Long Islanders, along with the rest of America, is a short 18 days away from casting their vote in their local elections, along with the national race for a new president of the United States. Maya Brown, a 20-year-old college student at Stony Brook University, is from Freeport and is half Mexican and half African …
Hispanics Have Major Voting Power this Election Making Up the Largest Minority Vote Read More »
It’s no secret that different generations can sometimes be at odds. The “When I was 15 I was already out of the house,” comments are met with “I’m $250,000 in debt from student loans.” It’s a constant cycle of conversations steeped in misunderstanding, misinformation and refusal to see each others’ perspectives. It’s nothing new. There …
How Coronavirus Can Bridge Generational Divides (OP-ED) Read More »
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