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Student Read, Student Written, Student Led Since 1878

The Knox Student
Student Read, Student Written, Student Led Since 1878

The Knox Student
Areesha Saif

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer

Areesha Saif ’24 (she/her) is a Political Science major at Knox. She has been working as a Staff Writer since Winter 2023. She grew up in Karachi, Pakistan, which in her very biased opinion, has the best food in the world.

Awards: Honorable Mention Critical Review ICPA 2024

All content by Areesha Saif
Renovated Campbell-Elder common area

New school year, new freshman dorms

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
October 26, 2024
Students chalking messages for the 2023 Palestine ceasefire protest

The legend of the graffiti wall and student expression on campus

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
September 25, 2024
Masa fried cheesecake

Cheesecake and chicken: the best and worst things I ate this week

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
September 21, 2024
Winter Goodner speaking in front of the Free Palestine poster hung on Old Main's South Lawn steps.

‘We refuse to be complicit in genocide, and we must take action to stop it’

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
May 13, 2024
Yaki Udon at Masa Sushi Hibachi Steak House in Galesburg, IL

The best and worst things I ate this week: Udon is the star

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
May 13, 2024
The Hamblin dorms

‘Freedom of movement is a privilege’: Students reflect on Knox’s return to ‘no free summer housing’ policy

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
May 13, 2024
My messy and polyamorous majors story

My messy and polyamorous majors story

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
May 2, 2024
International students at Knox split by major

Navigating the passion and the practical

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
May 2, 2024
Book review: The Lemon Tree: an Arab, a Jew and the heart of the Middle East by Sandy Tolan

Book review: The Lemon Tree: an Arab, a Jew and the heart of the Middle East by Sandy Tolan

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
April 17, 2024
Candles, map of Palestine and flowers at the Common Ground vigil.

Light after absolute darkness

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
April 11, 2024
Pakistani students at Knox reflect on the future of the country amidst political instability and unpredicted elections scenario

Pakistani students at Knox reflect on the future of the country amidst political instability and unpredicted elections scenario

Pareesae Imtiaz and Areesha Saif
February 26, 2024
One of the itemized menu cards for the Caf

Not so Knox proud until there is a consistent commitment to inclusive food

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
February 23, 2024
Class of Covid-19: The time I thought I would die in college

Class of Covid-19: The time I thought I would die in college

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
February 22, 2024
A Flow-flex at-home Covid-19 test found in the C-Store

Covid-19 tests now available in the C-store

Areesha Saif
February 22, 2024
Snow covering I-House

Is There Enough Parking on Campus?

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
February 1, 2024
A photo of a bar graph titled "Motion from the Student Experience Committee to Reinstate [Tau Kappa Epsilon]" that shows the 45/9 vote in favor.

TKE Is Back: What Does The Campus Community Think?

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
January 26, 2024
Knox College TKE Chapter Reinstated

Knox College TKE Chapter Reinstated

Areesha Saif
January 9, 2024
How Have Artificial Intelligence Softwares Impacted Learning at Knox

How Have Artificial Intelligence Softwares Impacted Learning at Knox

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
January 9, 2024
Old Main, picture taken from the south lawn in the fall.

Is Knox a Safe Space for All?

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
December 5, 2023
Lack of Cultural Food on Campus

Lack of Cultural Food on Campus

Areesha Saif, Student Writer
November 10, 2023
Book Review: Against the Loveless World by Susan Abulhawa and They Called Me a Lioness

Book Review: Against the Loveless World by Susan Abulhawa and They Called Me a Lioness

Areesha Saif, Staff Writer
October 30, 2023
From 10 to 15 Hours Per Week: How is Knox Different this Year for Student Workers?

From 10 to 15 Hours Per Week: How is Knox Different this Year for Student Workers?

Areesha Saif, Student Writer
October 15, 2023
Gizmo Fish and Chips Review: What should Good Fish Smell Like?

Gizmo Fish and Chips Review: What should Good Fish Smell Like?

Areesha Saif
July 12, 2023
The Reality of Racial Diversity at Knox: Are Students of Color Thriving?

The Reality of Racial Diversity at Knox: Are Students of Color Thriving?

Areesha Saif
July 12, 2023
Gale’s Grounds: Hope of A Caffeinated Tomorrow

Gale’s Grounds: Hope of A Caffeinated Tomorrow

Areesha Saif
April 24, 2023
The Library’s Role in Preserving TKS History

The Library’s Role in Preserving TKS History

Areesha Saif
March 31, 2023
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