Stay in the Know With News
As college students in America, we have a responsibility to our nation and to each other to remain politically informed and in touch with our country’s current news. We have a huge impact on the political atmosphere of our country and should feel empowered to take part in political discussions and form our own opinions on issues. The fate of our country and world is in our hands as young voters and influential voices on social media. Staying in the know is easier than you think and will have you feeling empowered. Here are some easy ways to stay in touch with important current news, other than the latest Kardashian drama, and contribute to the political scene.
Get in the habit of checking the current news over breakfast every morning
Elon gives all its students access to The New York Times and Wall Street Journal.
Download the apps and scroll through the current events of each day!
TheSkimm is a great resource and news subscription publication that sends a daily email Monday through Friday with an update on current events. Their tone as authors is very creative and friendly, and they do a great job at making the content understandable and relevant.
2. Watch the sponsored snapchat story “Stay Tuned” with NBC News
This quick video series is updated everyday with daily news featuring relevant, current events across the nation. We know you spend the first part of your day on your phone anyways, so use that time to learn about what’s up with our country!
3. Turn on Google News Notifications for your Google Chrome Browser
This feature gives Google News permission to send you news updates throughout the day with information on both national and international current events. It is a simple and easy way to stay up to date with the latest news.
Being educated on political climates and current events is an incredibly important asset in anyone’s life. As college students and young voters in America, we would benefit personally and also encourage each other to be up to date on these topics by engaging in conversations about our country’s political situations.