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In honor of the Class of 2021's lack of a signing day , we at The BALM want to celebrate our seniors and all their accomplishments! C/O '21 had one heck of a senior year and, despite hardships, made it out with so much to show for it! Congratulations Class of 2021!

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"​Mental health affects everyone, no matter who they are or where they are from. That's why NAMI Chicago is committed to showing up for everyone in our community—whether it’s Chicago’s first responders, students and school staff, a person on the other end of the phone, or in the community, meeting individuals where they are. NAMI Chicago knows that we heal on a community level. "

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Problematic Romance Tropes

MAY 2021

An avid consumer of romance media author Nyla Sanders is sure to give you her take on the “romantic” plotlines that are used and abused. Sit back, relax, and enjoy her opinions on the romance tropes that just need to go.

Nyla Sanders