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ThreeSixty Journalism brings diverse voices into journalism and related professions by using intense, personal instruction in the practice and principles of journalism. We strengthen the civic literacy, writing skills and college-readiness of Minnesota teens.

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OPINION | Lifetime of scars: Battling bullies, image issues takes emotional toll

By Katie Rounsville, ThreeSixty

It’s the first day of kindergarten and my mom is ready to take a photo of me standing outside Cedar Island Elementary in Maple Grove.

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The A-ha! artist: It's been quite an inspirational journey for Ta-Coumba Aiken

By Nico Machlitt, ThreeSixty

Ta-Coumba Aiken’s artwork can be found throughout the Twin Cities and in the private collections of poet Maya Angelou and musicians Taj Mahal and Herbie Hancock.

Anyone familiar with the Twin Cities art scene has likely come across the name Ta-Coumba Aiken.

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When the smoke clears: Could marijuana legislation arrive on Minnesota's doorstep?

By Mary Meehan, ThreeSixty

(Illustration by Raul Molina, Thomas Edison High School)

With votes considered unthinkable a decade ago, residents of Colorado and Washington are free to breathe in new freedoms thanks to the legalization of marijuana last November — a first in the United States.

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When the smoke clears: What are teen attitudes about marijuana use?

By Simeon Lancaster, ThreeSixty

(Illustration by Angela Brooks, Thomas Edison High Schoo)

For the better part of a year, getting high was the only priority for Aaron.

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OPINION | Virtual violence can have real world consequences, but it's still just a game

By Darwesh Singh, ThreeSixty

Graphic imagery in popular games like “Assassin’s Creed III” and “Black Ops 2” have led to a spirited debate about what’s contributing to a more violent culture.

A rabid gamer contemplates the effects of virtual violence after the Newtown school massacre.

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