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Sex Talk with CHALK: An intro to kink
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Sex Talk with CHALK: An intro to kink

  • Emerson Karsh-Lombardo | @EmersonKarsh
  • Nov 20, 2020
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This week, CHALK's sex columnist, Emerson Karsh, gives an introduction to the world of kink.

'Less motivated': KU students struggle with mental health during a no-break semester

'Less motivated': KU students struggle with mental health during a no-break semester

  • Nov 17, 2020
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Due to the coronavirus pandemic, KU opted out of breaks for the academic year. Students at the institution share how this has affected their mental health. 

Off the Record: Middle school heartbreak and the story of squirrel boy

Off the Record: Middle school heartbreak and the story of squirrel boy

  • Nov 17, 2020
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On this episode of "Off the Record," reminisce about the past 10 years with hosts Nicole Dolan, Taylor Worden and Wyatt Hall. 

How it feels to be threatened because of the color of your skin

How it feels to be threatened because of the color of your skin

  • Nov 11, 2020
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A current University of Kansas student shares their experience of how it feels to be threatened because of the color of your skin. 

Sex Talk with CHALK: Casual sex or coping mechanism?

Sex Talk with CHALK: Casual sex or coping mechanism?

  • Nov 6, 2020
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CHALK columnist Emerson Karsh-Lombardo writes about self-care and how to figure out if you're using casual sex as a coping mechanism.

Sex Talk with CHALK: Sexual empowerment in a Puritan culture

Sex Talk with CHALK: Sexual empowerment in a Puritan culture

  • Oct 30, 2020
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Puritan ideas surrounding sex still permeate modern culture. CHALK columnist Emerson Karsh-Lombardo rejects them and explains sexual empowerment.

Sex Talk with Chalk: How do I feel comfortable with my lack of experience?

Sex Talk with Chalk: How do I feel comfortable with my lack of experience?

  • Oct 23, 2020
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A lack of experience with sex and relationships does not take away or impact who you are as a person, writes CHALK columnist Emerson Karsh-Lombardo. The most important thing in life is to feel comfortable with who you are.

20 self-care tips to get you through midterm season

20 self-care tips to get you through midterm season

  • Oct 22, 2020
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Self-care doesn’t have to be complicated. CHALK has curated a list of 20 self-care tips you can complete in less than five minutes.

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Sex Talk with CHALK: A guide to sex toys

Sex Talk with CHALK: A guide to sex toys

  • Oct 9, 2020
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Emerson Karsh-Lombardo, CHALK's sex columnist, helps inform about the different types of sex toys.

Love Virtually: Having a Zoom crush

Love Virtually: Having a Zoom crush

  • Sep 24, 2020
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You are not alone if you've developed a few Zoom crushes this semester. These student experiences will teach you what to do and what not to do when when approaching your online crush. 

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The rise of the houseplant

The rise of the houseplant

  • May 20, 2020
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Between the aesthetic and the mental health perks, what's not to love about houseplants?

No, you’re not dying because the gym’s closed

No, you’re not dying because the gym’s closed

  • May 18, 2020
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No, you're not dying because the gym's closed. You don't even need to order workout equipment. Gather these household items and get your sweat on. 

How we met: Roommates Taya and Charlotte

How we met: Roommates Taya and Charlotte

  • May 15, 2020
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University of Kansas juniors Taya Hart and Charlotte Richter didn't hit it off right away. But now they're roommates and best friends. Here's the story of how they met. 

How it feels to be the victim of revenge porn

How it feels to be the victim of revenge porn

  • May 14, 2020
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A former University of Kansas student shares how it feels to be the target of revenge porn.

How we met: A Hashinger Hall meet cute

How we met: A Hashinger Hall meet cute

  • May 11, 2020
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Couple Isabella Nardi and Carter Giguere, both University of Kansas seniors, tell the story of how they met. 

Orgasms, relationships and exploring your body

Orgasms, relationships and exploring your body

  • May 11, 2020
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Explore your body and communicate with your partner to enhance your sex life. 

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How we met: Couple Que and JaRen

How we met: Couple Que and JaRen

  • May 8, 2020
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University of Kansas students Quentin Dancer and JaRen Daley recall how they met. 

How we met: Sparks flying on a cruise

How we met: Sparks flying on a cruise

  • May 8, 2020
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When Lauren Becker went on a cruise several years ago, she didn't know she'd be meeting the person she calls the love of her life. 

No, you’re not dying of a hangover

No, you’re not dying of a hangover

  • Apr 29, 2020
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You're not dying of a hangover. It just feels like it. Next time, try these tricks before, during and after drinking. 

How to take care of your mental health during a global pandemic

How to take care of your mental health during a global pandemic

  • Apr 21, 2020
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Try these strategies recommended by mental health professionals if you're feeling extra stressed or anxious. 

Want to workout at home? Here are a few options to motivate you

Want to workout at home? Here are a few options to motivate you

  • Apr 14, 2020
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Here are a few ways to stay active while social distancing. 

This is how you’re actually supposed to wash your face

This is how you’re actually supposed to wash your face

  • Apr 1, 2020
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Here's how to perfect your skin care regimen. 

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How it feels to watch your car explode

How it feels to watch your car explode

  • Mar 26, 2020
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At the end of her sophomore year, University of Kansas senior Maddie Theisen was driving home to Minnesota for the summer when she got lost somewhere in Missouri, and wound up in an accident that caused her car to explode.

Playing the game of love: How gamification and dating have merged

Playing the game of love: How gamification and dating have merged

  • Mar 25, 2020
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Gamification might show up in more aspects of your everyday life than you realize.

Letter from the editor: CHALK wants to meet your needs

Letter from the editor: CHALK wants to meet your needs

  • Mar 24, 2020
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Moving forward, CHALK hopes to publish content that will help you navigate through the uncertain time caused by COVID-19 as well as stories that will distract you from it. 

This or that: Spring break vacation or staycation?

This or that: Spring break vacation or staycation?

  • Mar 6, 2020
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Still deciding whether to take that last-minute spring break trip? Here are some pros and cons of vacationing and staycationing for spring break. 

This or that: Cardio vs. strength training

This or that: Cardio vs. strength training

  • Mar 5, 2020
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Want to workout, but don't know where to start? CHALK is here to help. 

This or that: Hinge vs. Tinder

This or that: Hinge vs. Tinder

  • Mar 3, 2020
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Both Hinge and Tinder can help you land your dream date in an increasingly online world, but which is better for you?

This or that: Powder vs. liquid foundation

This or that: Powder vs. liquid foundation

  • Feb 28, 2020
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Finding a foundation that gives you the results you want can be a challenge. Here are some tips from makeup artists.

How we met: Couple Joe and Lexie

How we met: Couple Joe and Lexie

  • Feb 14, 2020
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University of Kansas seniors Lexie Paige and Joe Milmine tell the story of how they met on a rainy December night. 

3 things you should know about sexually transmitted infections

3 things you should know about sexually transmitted infections

  • Feb 12, 2020
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Let's talk about sex – or at least sexually transmitted infections. Here are three things you should know about STIs. 

This or that: Tarot card reading vs. The Pattern app

This or that: Tarot card reading vs. The Pattern app

  • Feb 11, 2020
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Resources like tarot card readings and The Pattern astrology app might bring clarity into your life – but is one better than the other? Here are some pros and cons of tarot card readings and The Pattern. 

Advice from a happy couple: Haylee and Brad

Advice from a happy couple: Haylee and Brad

  • Nov 22, 2019
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University of Kansas senior Haylee Kramer and University alumnus Brad Krull share their love story and relationship advice. 

This or that: Coffee vs. tea

This or that: Coffee vs. tea

  • Nov 15, 2019
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When you're looking for a caffeinated, refreshing beverage, should you grab coffee or tea? Read the benefits and drawbacks of both options.

The essentiality behind essential oils

The essentiality behind essential oils

  • Oct 28, 2019
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As the semester winds down, stress and anxiety amp up. Essential oils may become your new best friend.

This or that: Keto vs. paleo

This or that: Keto vs. paleo

  • Oct 25, 2019
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If you're looking to manage your weight or just eat healthier foods, choosing the right diet can be daunting. Here's how to pick between popular keto or paleo lifestyles. 

This or that: Whey or pea protein?

This or that: Whey or pea protein?

  • Oct 18, 2019
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Whey and pea protein powder both have their positives, but which powder is right for you?

This or that: Do I need a flu shot?

This or that: Do I need a flu shot?

  • Oct 17, 2019
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It's flu season, but is the second of pain from the shot worth it? Chalk reporter Riley Wood researches the pros and cons of the flu shot.

No, you're not dying from carpal tunnel

No, you're not dying from carpal tunnel

  • Oct 9, 2019
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Carpal tunnel is not the first answer to why your wrist hurts. Chalk reporter Jasmine Pankratz explains what may cause the pain in your wrist.

This or that: Wax or thread eyebrows

This or that: Wax or thread eyebrows

  • Oct 7, 2019
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It used to be the smile or eye color. Now, it’s all about eyebrows. The obsession with eyebrows has spilled over into a trend of finding new ways to perfect the shape. Women in America prefer waxing over any other method for a brow clean-up, but there’s another trending method Asia has used …

Advice from a happy couple: Sydney & Ryan

Advice from a happy couple: Sydney & Ryan

  • Oct 4, 2019
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University of Kansas students Sydney Hall and Ryan Sieben have a family pizza shop to thank for their love.

The case for sex toys

The case for sex toys

  • Jun 25, 2019
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Hannah, a graduate student at KU, began using a vibrator as an undergraduate student in Iowa. She was hesitant at first, so she took a friend with her to a sex shop.

Scientists found actual proof that nature reduces stress

Scientists found actual proof that nature reduces stress

  • Jun 17, 2019
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Sure, we’d all like to spend more time outdoors. But between classes, a social life, two jobs, extracurriculars and the occasional exercise, it’s hard to get a frequent fill of flora and fauna.

Science says self care is VITAL during finals

Science says self care is VITAL during finals

  • May 9, 2019
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Making time for self-care is often one of the first things students stop doing when they’re busy, says Lauren Boddy, a fourth-year graduate student in the clinical psychology Ph.D program and graduate student therapist at the KU Psychological Clinic.

Ditch the Instagram influencers, follow these people instead

Ditch the Instagram influencers, follow these people instead

  • May 3, 2019
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Let’s face it. That girl you follow on Instagram does not actually look like that.

Instagram, influencers and commodifying authenticity

Instagram, influencers and commodifying authenticity

  • May 3, 2019
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Influencers are taking over the marketing world. Are we starting to see through them, or do they just keep getting better at seeming real?

Is expensive skincare worth the money?

Is expensive skincare worth the money?

  • May 2, 2019
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Chalk investigates. 

Want to be happy? Be kind.

Want to be happy? Be kind.

  • Apr 25, 2019
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What do most of us do when we’ve had a bad day? Dive head first into a bag of potato chips? Whine to our roommates?

We asked you about sex, and you answered

We asked you about sex, and you answered

  • Apr 25, 2019
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To continue the conversation about positive and consensual sexual experiences on campus, we asked you to share your own thoughts and experiences anonymously. And you didn’t disappoint. Here’s what you said:

The magic of the pet effect

The magic of the pet effect

  • Apr 16, 2019
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How much do pets help with depression, anxiety, and other mental health issues? A lot, actually.

How to enjoy the outdoors when you love the indoors

How to enjoy the outdoors when you love the indoors

  • Apr 15, 2019
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It’s time.


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