Karen Marin
Karen Marin was raised in Long Beach and is currently a student at Cabrillo High School. While in high school, she has been involved in sports, and sports have become a huge part of her life. She plans to pursue a career in sports journalism because of her passion for football and past experience in tennis and badminton. She is extremely involved at school and has learned more about her fellow youth with the help of Voicewaves. Posts by Karen Marin:
For Female Athletes, Double Standards Start At An Early Age
Female athletes are judged by their appearance far more than male athletes and are often subjected to public scrutiny based on their looks or “sexual behavior.”
The Next Generation of Long Beach Women in STEM
If women are doing better academically in STEM classes, where are women in STEM careers? We asked young women in Long Beach why they chose their STEM major and what advice they have for others considering that path.Youth Answer, ‘When Does Discipline Cross The Line To Abuse?’
Teens might have experienced physical discipline as children, and their experiences may influence what they do as parents. We asked youth in Long Beach: What do you think constitutes abuse and when does discipline cross the line to abuse?Young Women Weigh In On Hobby Lobby Decision
For centuries, millions of women all over the world have used some form of birth control...
How The World Cup Is Helping Youth Connect With Their Culture
It’s that time again. The World Cup is back, and it comes with an entire month full of competitions from the best soccer teams from around the globe...
Male Voices: Why Do Young Men Commit Mass Murder?
What does it mean to be a man? A misinterpretation of this notion led to the unfortunate events in Santa Barbara less than two weeks ago when 22-year old Elliot Rodger targeted women in a rampage of revenge...
Why Do Male Athletes—Gay or Straight— Get More Attention Than Female Athletes?
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Being on a sports team comes with camaraderie and often times, teammates can become really close, like family...
High School Basketball Players Respond to Sterling’s Racist Comments
I love sports. It keeps me busy as a young person, gives me an outlet and keeps me relaxed...
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