Bella Aharonian
Alumni (2020–22)
17 graphics designed · since December 2020
OPEC & The Case for American Energy Independence
Economics / InvestingAs the world reels from OPEC’s announcement of an unprecedented petroleum production cut, let’s take a few moments to examine OPEC and its role, as well as how America can protect its national and consumer interests by reducing its…
Ethereum's Merge Doesn't Matter
BRB Shorts Economics / InvestingEthereum’s Merge is late at best and irrelevant at worst. The blockchain space is rapidly changing, and Ethereum is not keeping pace.
Why Has the Cost of Education Skyrocketed?
Financial LiteracyThe cost of education has increased by over 100% in the last 20 years—a much higher rate compared to most other industries.
A Buzzword for Fear: Stagflation
BRB Shorts Economics / InvestingA plethora of problems stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic have surfaced in America, leading the country towards an economic decline.
The Declaration of Financial Independence
EditorialsThis Fourth of July, America’s 246th birthday happens to coincide with the heart of a social movement arguably just as powerful and transformative as that which built our nation and in turn transformed the world back in 1776.
Neo-Colonialism in Africa Through Political Assassination
EditorialsIf you think that Western imperialist powers have actually relinquished control over their former African colonies, think again.
Scandals, Stress, and the SATs: The College Application Industry
CommunityDespite the sheer stress and anxiety that the college application process induces, society has embraced it as the norm. This does not benefit anyone–or does it?
Envisioning a Frictionless Future for Cross-Border Payments
Economics / InvestingTransferring currency across international borders is often met with various hurdles, especially for those in emerging markets.
In Two Words: Free Money
Economics / InvestingWhen the Fed increases their interest rates, stock prices drop and loan rates increase. However, there is a way to make a profit!
The NIL and the Transformation of the NBA Draft
BRB Shorts CommunityThe NIL (name, image, and likeness) rules of 2021 now offer college athletes a way to support themselves by getting paid for the use of their name, image, and likeness while staying in school and not choosing the route of professional…
Award Shows: A Thing of the Past
BRB Shorts CommunityThe fact of the matter is that award shows are losing more and more of their audience with each year. With the rise of social media and the internet, they have become old-fashioned relics of the past.
Eat, Pray, …Subscribe?
CommunityRestaurant chains have started to capitalize on subscription packages, an industry and service which has steadily grown, especially during COVID-19.
Ghost Kitchens: The Future Restaurant Model?
CommunityA new restaurant model has stealthily emerged in response to the industry’s devastating financial losses from the pandemic: the ghost kitchen, a facility designed solely to prepare meals and deliver them to your doorstep.
War Calls for Europe’s Green Energy Transition
Economics / InvestingRussia’s invasion of Ukraine has forced the EU and the United States to take real strides towards transitioning into green energy in the hopes of reducing their dependence on Russia’s fossil fuel exports.
Russian Economics on Edge: Looking Into the Status Quo
Economics / InvestingThe Russian economy has taken a massive hit as sanctions bite. The effects – both ongoing and soon-to-be – will create chaos within the previously strong-standing society.
EV Evolution
Economics / InvestingThe future is electric, not just for Tesla. Investing Columnist Leo Wang investigates the increasingly internationalized and volatile EV market—one that is undoubtedly hungry to innovate, grow, and profit.
Fitting Vegan Specialty Foods into a Budget-Friendly Diet
Financial LiteracyEver wondered why vegan burgers were so expensive? Learn why vegan specialty foods are so expensive and how you can incorporate them into a budget-friendly vegan diet!
