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Sierra Thompson

Sierra Thompson

Sierra Thompson is an editor for MBU Timeline. She is majoring in communication studies and minoring in business administration. Thompson is a member of the softball team at MBU. In her free time she loves to travel, watch movies and spend time with her family and friends.

Toward a Cash-Free Society?

Written by Sierra Thompson on . Posted in Opinion

Can you imagine a cashless world? The rise of mobile payments has certainly provided some primary steps on the road to a paperless currency system. Although we are still well off from becoming totally cashless, it is clear that we are in a transitional state.

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Alone in a Dark Room

Written by Sierra Thompson on . Posted in Arts & Entertainment

How do you deal with self-consciousness in public settings? As humans we are social beings who often strive to become a part of a community. The need to be social and make connections can make the appearance of being alone in public terrifying and off-putting.

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Story Time Vibes

Written by Sierra Thompson on . Posted in Arts & Entertainment

Albums are subjective and often rely on personal thoughts and feelings. However, in “How to Be a Human Being,” by Glass Animals, the listener is quickly immersed into the fictional stories of everyday people.

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Why Working in Retail is Good For You

Written by Sierra Thompson on . Posted in Opinion

Working throughout college has become a must. With rising tuition costs, it can be difficult to avoid the working life. However, even through hard times and crippling debt, there are positive qualities that can be learned from having a job.

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