College Jolt

How to Stay Calm During Finals Week

It’s finally here! I’ve been waiting since maybe the second week of school, but now I can actually count down the days until winter break starts. It really is the most wonderful time of the year!! But to all of those freshmen out there let me be the first to warn you… you must go [...]

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Starbucks, STAY OUT OF IT!

Tomorrow is election day. And just when you thought Starbucks couldn’t be any more of a societal domination, they stoop to new heights. Their new commercial is worse than the sarcastic celebrity ‘Don’t Vote’ campaign that aired a few weeks ago. The coffee gurus highlight that only 54% of Americans drag their asses to [...]

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Pumpkin Spice Latte: A Steamy Love Affair

My Dearest Pumpkin Spice Latte, I’ve waited for you all year. Now you’re back, and I can’t wait to get my hands on you. When Starbucks invented you, it was love at first sight. No longer am I enticed by my ex-lover, Grande Americano. His stern fist is no match for your intimate caress. Even furry sweaters fit for cuddling cannot [...]

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The Most Annoying College Fads

College is about self-discovery and enhancement; making your mark on the world for future generations and for yourself. Upon entering a job market, your collegiate career allows that mark to stretch, expand, and permeate into all facets of your life, and those surrounding you. Cue the fairies and butterflies and teletubbies and warm [...]

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Pumpkin Flavor Favorites

Last Monday (September 22) Fall officially began.  Whether you like it or not - it’s finally time to bring out the fall decorations and get ready for the season.  Personally, I’m a huge fan of Fall.  I’m finally done with the summer sun and ready to exchange my summer wardrobe with new sweaters and fall [...]

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Get the Most Out of Your Cram: Tips on late night studying

So the time has come to get crackin’ on the work.  It happens to everyone at some point - those all-nighter cram sessions have to begin.  Even though we all dread it, it’s inevitable.  You still have a hangover from the weekend and you just can’t keep your eyes open to look at the first [...]

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