If someone had told me years ago that one single Facebook message would completely change my life, I'd have likely laughed . Social media is all noise—likes, shares, tags—but it provided me with something life-changingly true: love. I met my future spouse on Facebook. At the time, he was a total stranger. I honestly can't even recall who initiated the first friend request, but I do remember the conversation that followed. It started small: a hello, a comment on a post, shared interest. Over time, we started talking more. One thing that surprised me was how easy it felt, even through a screen. He was mannered, thoughtful, witty, and genuinely wanted to get to know me. Over time, our chats grew long. We had become good friends, never having even met. Then, eventually, that friendship blossomed into something more. What began as a surprise Internet connection transformed into a relationship of trust, laughter, and love. Fast-forward to today—...
Hi , all ! I ' m Aastha—a second-year graduate student who enjoys learning, storytelling, and building profound connections. Like you all , I spend a considerable amount of time on social media. Facebook links me to home, Instagram feeds my visual and inspirational soul , Threads enables me to participate in conversations, and X (formerly Twitter) is my go-to for hot takes and scholarly updates. But until now , I never really gave much consideration to how these sites actually impact the way we learn, teach, and grow professionally. Which is why I ' m so excited about the course I ' m enrolled in this semester: one that delves into Web 2.0 technologies and their effe...
Spend a few hours online, and you’ll quickly notice something fascinating—social media means very different things to different people. I see teenagers using Instagram and TikTok like digital diaries, filled with creativity, trends, and real-time emotions. For them, it’s not just about sharing—it’s about identity, expression, and being seen. Young professionals turn to LinkedIn and Threads to network , share ideas, and follow thought leaders. Social media is a source of growth, exposure , and opportunity. Grad Students—balancing family and graduate school— turn to Facebook and Instagram to connect across continents, share milestones, and find comfort in community. Their feeds are full of warmth, vulnerability , and resilience. And then there are the seniors , cautiously exploring WhatsApp or Facebook to check in with loved ones, forward blessings, or...
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