Andrea Stern
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 Bye Bye Bad Hair Days: Hello Perfect Blow Outs5/7/2013 |
Bad hair days are the worst. My middle school self would have undoubtedly traded my weekly allowance and my brother (just kidding Adam) for flawless hair days. I can't tell you how much time I would have saved and how much more confident I would have felt if this exchange were possible. In hopes of embracing my naturally curly locks I have tried a variety of mooses, gels, and sprays, but always found myself unsatisfied with the result and constantly reverted back to my trusty old flat iron. When I realized that the hair aisle at CVS was not helping my cause, I even got the Brazillian hair straightening treatment but that didn't work since my mane is as moody as the Massachusetts weather. Recently, I started blowing out my hair and have been pretty happy with the outcome. I used to be intimidated with the thought of blow drying my hair and felt it was best left to the professionals but I am slowly starting to master the technique and have tips below so you can too! 1. Wash your hair and make sure to only condition the ends (this will prevent your roots from looking greasy) 2. Towel dry for at least 20 minutes until hair is damp |
 Pack Attack... Tips on how to pack up your dorm5/7/2013 |
Packing up my dorm room is always a huge production because I have an absurd amount of stuff. As a junior, I have had to move out a couple times now and have adopted a fool-proof regimen when it comes to how to pack up your dorm room. Here are some of my useful tips. 1. Buy boxes from the Home Depot- They are very cheap (less then $2), are easy to assemble, and sturdy. Keep in mind though that the larger the box you buy, the more space you have, which means the heavier the box— so bigger isn’t necessarily better in the this case. When in doubt buy a few so that way you don’t hurt your back when you pick it up and lug it down the stairs. 2. Buy a Dolly or find one around campus- I bought a small dolly from Office Depot for $20 that was extremely useful while moving and is easy to store. Some dorms do have dollys to use when moving out, but they are often occupied by students so accessing one could take a while. |
 Colorful Trees5/3/2013 |
Until spring is in full swing, campus usually looks a bit dull. In order to add some welcomed color to the trees outside the admissions building, some talented knitters have created some fun frocks that they have dressed the trees in that remind us of the ones from Dr. Seuss’s “Oh, the Places You’ll Go!” Below are some of the cool designs currently adorning the trees. |
 Holi4/25/2013 |
This past Sunday, Namaskar and BPA sponsored “Holi 2013,” a spring festival of colors. Students prepared for the event by eating delicious Indian food and then showered their friends with colored powder and danced to music. Here are some photos from the fun event! |
 Gustavo Lopes '154/25/2013 |
Major: Film Hometown: Massachusetts and Porto alegre, Brazil Relationship Status: Single Nicknames: Gus, Goose, Gus Gus Dreadlocks How long have you had your dreadlocks? I have had dreadlocks for one year and three months. Do you plan on shaving them off anytime soon? Yes, during the beginning of senior year. Is it true that people with dreadlocks don’t wash their hair? That is a myth- I actually use shampoo made for dreads and wash them at least every two days. Tell us about your tattoos! How many do you have and what do they mean? I have four tattoos. My brother is a tattoo artist so he did them for me. It took me about a year to convince him to do each one. 1. I have a large tattoo on my chest that says “Strength and Heart” in Portuguese- It is part of a pre-soccer game war chant that my teammates and I used to say before every game. 2. I have three birds (one for my mom, dad, and brother) and I like what birds symbolize. 3. I have a boat and I want to add the words “Homeward Bound” to it because it signifies the fact that one day I will find my home 4. My 4th tattoo is actually on my forearm it’s the NlightN light bulb logo and it is in UV Ink, so it can only be seen under black lights. We loved seeing you compete in the Mr. Brandeis pageant. Did you have fun? What was your favorite part? |
 Pachanga in Pictures4/19/2013 |
After a two-year hiatus, Pachanaga finally came back! Here are some photos from the exciting night filled with great music and tons of dancing. Thanks to the International Club, who sponsored the event, we were able to get a sneak peak of the room before the party started. We then returned later to capture the evening festivities. |
 Mr. Brandeis Pageant4/19/2013 |
Last Thursday the bleachers in Gosman were filled with Deisans who watched their male peers compete for the coveted title of Mr. Brandeis. The Mr. Brandeis Pageant featured 26 gentleman who danced, strutted their stuff down the catwalk in swimsuits, showed off their talents (many sang while former campus cutie Fred Berger made a sandwich with his feet), answered questions, and were even auctioned off in a date auction, all to raise money for Relay for Life. This was the first year for the Mr. Brandeis pageant and I was extremely impressed with how fun and memorable the event was. Congrats to winner Pat Seaward! Also, make sure to attend Relay for Life this Saturday night! Below are pictures from the pageant. The opening dance number: The judges: Kasey Dean and Matt Peabody Formal wear: |
 Russo's Market in Watertown4/12/2013 |
When I first entered Russo’s market in Watertown, I thought that I had died and gone to supermarket heaven. The enormous market sells a variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, cheeses, desserts, breads… you name it! All the produce looks perfect and is full of flavor, which is always a welcome change considering how difficult it can be to find ripe fruits and vegetables in the dining halls. Whether you are looking to buy a baguette or some fine cheese, Russo’s seem to have anything and everything food-related you could possibly want. The market is only a 10-minute drive from campus and is so worth the trip. Next time you need to go to the grocery store, definitely make sure that Russo’s is at the top of your list. |
 Zumba with Rita4/5/2013 |
Going to the gym can become extremely monotonous if you don't mix up your music playlist and workout routine. In order to stay active and motivated I make a point to go to Zumba class taught by my friend Rita. Heres the deal... Rita plays the best music (she's a huge one direction fan) and has enough energy to inspire any couch potato to get up and groove. Her choreography is fun and easy to catch on to so no one should feel intimidated even if you have two left feet. Let me tell you I don't know how the hour goes by so quickly because it is so much fun. If you haven't had a chance to attend one of Rita's Zumba classes then you need to mark your calendars and make sure you (power walk) on over to the great lawn on April 8th to try it for yourself! You will have a great time and burn some calories- what could be better then that?
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 What to do when spending break on campus3/23/2013 |
I have heard mixed reviews from students who spend their breaks on campus- they either love the quiet nature of campus, which affords them relaxation or dislike the fact that there is not much to do and they feel a bit stir crazy. In order to make the most of your break at Brandeis, we have compiled a list of fun places to visit and things to do that will keep you busy and entertained. Here is a list of suggestions! |
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