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Ukrainian Roots, Reaching Higher

Ukrainian Roots, Reaching Higher

Selena Barrientos December 11, 2015 0

It’s easy to be gravitated towards Boris Litvin, a 20-year-old college sophomore born in Ukraine and raised in Brooklyn. His pale complexion emphasizes the dark circles under his light forest green eyes. His smile,

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Racing Against Anxiety

Racing Against Anxiety

Selena Barrientos December 11, 2015 1

It was 3:59 p.m., and my hands held my track bag, ready to leave. I counted down the seconds for my College Now English class to end. It was time for indoor track practice.

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Gotham United

Gotham United

Selena Barrientos December 11, 2015 0

Sneakers squeaking against the wooden floors create a rhythm around me. Lined up against a mustard brick wall, numerous bags of various colors and sizes act as decor. Above them a mixture of silver

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