Hot Tea with Z: Finishing it all up

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • April 29, 2026

How do I get everything done before the end of the semester? What do I prioritize in my work load?

COPA Corner: Being in your place, not being a placeholder

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • April 29, 2026

Sometimes after working in a rehearsal space extensively, you realize you’ve stopped feeling like a true artist and started feeling like a placeholder in the room.

Hot tea with Z: Being true to yourself

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • April 15, 2026

Unfortunately I have to use space in my column to address more problems with the misuse of my submission form.

Hot Tea with Z: Troubles with love

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • April 8, 2026

How do I deal with getting ghosted? How do I cope from being blocked?

Hot Tea with Z: Distractions and downtime

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • March 25, 2026

How do I handle boredom? How can I stop myself from getting distracted in the middle of a task?

COPA CORNER: How to receive feedback and corrections

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • March 18, 2026

Often what makes a standout arts student is being the first to seek and apply corrections.

Hot Tea with Z: Handling inappropriate behavior

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • March 18, 2026

How do I quit a job without having people get mad at me? How do I handle inappropriate situations at work?

Hot tea with Z: Handling half-truths

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • March 4, 2026

Is lying to protect a friend a bad decision? How can you differentiate between a damaging lie and a white lie?

COPA Corner: We are all in toxic relationships

Written By Melissa Garlock, Staff Writer • February 11, 2026

Imagine if a platonic or romantic partner in your life was your greatest obsession.

Hot tea with Z: Finding yourself again

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • February 11, 2026

How do I handle drastic changes in my life? What is the best thing to do when you feel lost?

Hot tea with Z: Building relationships

November 12, 2025

How do I get over my social anxiety? How can I talk to people? How do I make close friends?

Hot Tea with Z: Communication is key

Written By Zarrick Plizga, Staff Writer • September 24, 2025

Why is communication so complicated? What are the best ways to communicate my needs to ensure they are met?