This week, Ball Bearings’ print magazine is released. Online, we have a collection of our print stories surrounding the idea of cultures and subcultures.
“A Sense of Belonging,” a letter from Editor-in-Chief, Miller Kern.
“Where We Find Ourselves,” by Taylor Hohn
Out of instinct, humans naturally drift toward communities where they feel like they can belong.
“‘Thank You, God, For Making Me Gay and Catholic,’” by Katie Grieze
Sometimes, two cultures central to a person’s identity can seem incompatible, but Sam Albano does his best to prove otherwise.
“My America,” by Taylor Meyers
The United States has become a world power since its conception, but its citizens’ patriotism can sometimes verge on exceptionalism.
“Diary of a Derby Mom,” by Merritt McLaughlin
Leaving behind her work and mom personality, Sarah Gremer becomes her alter ego every time she skates.
