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NEWS

Feb 18 - “The Bedwetter” By Sarah Silverman I was still on my memoir kick but was looking for something a little lighter.  I didn’t know much about Sarah Silverman except for her song “I’m fucking Matt Damon,” which I didn’t think was all that funny anyway.  This memoir has definitely given me a clear picture of Silverman’s talent with... Read more
Feb 18 - Catherine Castro and Aurora Fowlkes show us how to make flan, a traditional Colombian dessert typically eaten around the holidays, but loved year round.  Read more
Feb 18 - On Monday, the campus community was alerted via email that after 33 years of operation, the Alternative Clinic would no longer see patients. Co-directors Christina Vitolo and Erica Basco explained in the release that a member of the SUNY General Counsel has deemed the clinic a financial liability for the college. The release read, “There has never been a lawsuit brought against the... Read more
Feb 4 - Catherine Castro gets an inside look at Capoeira classes, which are hosted Tuesdays 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m in the gym's aerobic studio 2.  Read more

BLOG

It’s safe to say that for most of us at Purchase, studying abroad is part of our college plan. But even with a study abroad plan in the works (or behind you), when Spring begins to peak through the clouds, the travel itch starts, and dreaming about an epic Euro-trip or an Australian adventure... Read more...
If you love "Cake Boss" and other baking shows, we're sure these cakes will wow you. Honda has taken a new spin on "Ferris Bueller" with their game day commercial.  Taking a nap on this bean bag will beat sleeping with a pillow pet, and satisfy... Read more...
The best part of Thanksgiving? Friendsgiving.  Did the pilgrims actually eat pumpkin pie? Now you'll know.  If you're in charge of desserts this year, you might want to give these cupcakes a try.  Vegetarians, have no fear! You can eat any of these dishes at Thanksgiving.... Read more...

My Campus Celebrity

Danielle Hendersen – Purchase junior, psychology major, 20 years old Q: One piece you would love to say goodbye to? A: Cropped Tees. I still see a lot of women wearing cropped tees. I own...
The writers of Her Campus Purchase know all too well how much time can be wasted loathing our physical appearance, rather than embracing the unique beauty we possess. In our new column, "Facing...
It’s hard to imagine that Michelle Gil ever was anything but the serene, observant and smiling woman she is today.    The 20-year-old looks perfectly polished effortlessly; her hair...