Are you a social loafer? A pessimist? A go-getter? Let’s admit it. Everyone can use some help with their resumes, or brand, at any point throughout their careers. This semester, take it further and brand yourself. “A basic definition for branding is the act of creating a name, […]
Lifestyles
Give a helping hand
With the country in economic distress, many people are looking to others for inspiration to help improve their livelihood. Volunteering is one way people can encourage others. Volunteers can be positive role models that individuals look to for guidance and help. It is also a form of giving […]
Textbooks over bucks?
As an undergraduate student spending grueling hours studying, attending events for potential networking opportunities, and writing long papers into the wee hours of the morning, do you ever stop to think that once you’ve earned your bachelor’s degree you may not be employed as soon as you would hope? […]
Finding love in cyberspace
More students are turning to social networking and online dating sites instead of the more traditional ways of finding love. Your soul mate is just a mouse click away with dating sites such as Match.com, eHarmony and BlackPeopleMeet.com that have made the traditional first date jitters a thing […]
Lyceum opens with thunderous beats
Music tailored to the thrones of African kings will echo from Lee Hall auditorium this Sunday. Courtesy of the central African nation of Burundi, the Royal Drummers and Dancers of Burundi kick off this year’s Lyceum event series at 3-7:30 p.m. Their style became known as the “Burundi beat” in […]
Dorm life vs. Commuter life
One would think everyone has the same experience when they come to college. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. While some students are able to hang with friends at any time, others are a bus or car ride away. What is it like living on campus opposed to commuting daily? Many […]
Religion: A thing of the past in college?
Being away from home with newfound freedom creates the perfect mixture of circumstances for college students who want to place their religion on the back burner. For many, the college lifestyle involves partying while mixing their obligations to education. As a result, college students are minimally, if ever, focused […]
Great dates for a bargain
Tight budgets and limited income keep many college students from enjoying a nice night out on the town, especially for under $40. Unconventional date ideas can help pinch pennies while simultaneously courting the crush of one’s dreams. Dates seem far and few between in a town of 60,000 students–which […]
Sex addiction: The rising epidemic affecting college students
The phrase “it’s human nature” often comes to mind when the topic of sex is brought up. But during the last few years, studies show that sex addiction has become a widely acknowledged medical condition. The Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health estimates that nearly five percent of […]
Young, broke and fashionable
Bold prints, loud colors, eccentric shoes and eclectic styles make up the definition of one’s own fashion sense. But staying fashionable on a budget may be a difficult task for those who eat, sleep and breathe it. Fashion designer and Savannah College of Art and Design graduate Candace Copin […]