Jillian Rousseau

Jillian Rousseau is a Senior at UC Berkeley studying Sociology. At Berkeley, she has been involved in community work, research, and social justice. With her passion for social justice, she hopes to pursue a career in human rights law to advocate for marginalized communities within the legal system.

Articles by Jillian

Student Opinion: The Importance of Avoiding Fast Fashion

LOS ANGELES—With increasing awareness of climate change, many are considering options to lower their carbon footprints through…

COURT WATCH: Judge Assumes $50,000 Bail Affordable for Mother, Acknowledging Charges Might Cost Accused Her Job

By Maeve Haggerty and Sarah Chayet MODESTO, CA – Judge Linda A. McFadden set bail at $50,000…

Student Opinion: The Evolution of Hollywood Horror Films

LOS ANGELES — While renowned primarily for its late 20th-century classics, such as “Halloween” and “Friday the…

Student Opinion: The Sudden, Controversial Rise of Colleen Hoover

By Gensen DeLeon LOS ANGELES — Though facing initial rejections from publishers, Colleen Hoover self-published her 2012…

Student Opinion: The World of BookTok – Recent Changes in Publishing

By Gensen DeLeon LOS ANGELES — In the age of technology and interconnectedness, social media has become…

The Hidden Cruelty of PetSmart

LOS ANGELES — The charming displays of adorable hamsters, vibrant fish, and exotic reptiles effortlessly captivate the…

The Moral Implications of Thrifting

By Gensen DeLeon LOS ANGELES — In recent years, thrifting has gained popularity as a sustainable and…