Julia Angley
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 Being an EMT in College: 3 Collegiettes Tell All1/12/2013 |
When the radio goes off, they respond at a run. It can go off anytime: in class, at dinner, while they're sleeping. And they run wherever the dispatch tells them. They run to the ambulance, or directly to the scene, if it's closer, carrying a jump bag full of supplies on their backs. They run toward destruction: chem lab explosions, car accidents, broken bones, and blood. And when they arrive, there's no time to hesitate. They simply do their job, treating injuries as they find them. And when it's all over, they return to their daily lives as college students. Many collegiettes dread getting sick on the same day as a major exam, but for students who serve as volunteer emergency medical technicians (EMTs), they're also hoping someone else doesn't get sick. The life of a collegiate EMT is a stressful one, and walking around in an unflattering uniform is only the least of their worries. Throughout the course of a regular school day, collegiette EMTs have to be ready to respond at a moment's notice to an injured or sick patient on campus and balance their schoolwork and social lives at the same time. So what does it take to be a member of an emergency medical service (EMS) team in college? Her Campus spoke to three student EMTs to get the full scoop on everything from an average day to the most serious medical scenarios they've faced. (Photo Credit: Julie Elliott-Abshire) ‘Round-the-Clock Responsibility |
 Meningitis: How To Protect Yourself From This Deadly Illness in College12/22/2012 |
When Ashley Lee got sick a month into her freshman year of college, she thought she had the flu. A cold was going around campus, and she had the same symptoms as many of her friends in the dorms at Indiana State University. But by the second day of her illness, she had developed a headache and was feeling weak. Her father got worried, and brought her to the hospital, where she continued to get worse, breaking out in a rash across her limbs and torso. Still, the doctors had no idea what was wrong. It wasn't until Ashley was transferred to a second hospital that she got her diagnosis: she had meningococcal meningitis. That was just the start of Ashley's battle. The doctors prescribed antibiotics to fight the infection, but the disease had progressed significantly already. "I had kidney failure, my heart stopped twice, I had both feet amputated, over 20 surgeries, 3 fingers amputated, and 40 percent of my body is scarred and has skin grafting on it," Ashley tells us. "I was in the hospital for 3 months. It nearly took my life, and it should have. They told my parents to prepare for the worst but to hope for the best." Thankfully, Ashley survived, and went on to graduate in August of 2011. Now she's on a mission: she wants to make sure that no one else has to suffer the way she does. She shared her story with Her Campus to help raise awareness of this deadly disease, and to help inform collegiettes everywhere about how to prevent meningitis. |
 Editor's Picks: HC's Favorite Holiday Looks12/14/2012 |
Calling all collegiette tastemakers! We've got some awesome must-haves for you this holiday season, all from ISAAY.com, the premiere destination for the closet curator. ISAAY is known for their collections of unique luxury pieces, featuring everything a savvy dresser loves: from patterns perfect for bringing out your inner artistic flair to clean lines that add a polished look to your whole wardrobe. And at ISAAY, it's all about you! We're here to help you find the perfect pieces to round out your curated collection. Our picks include everything you need to survive the holidays in style, and to make sure you're the best dressed collegiette around wherever you go this winter. We've got flats and furs, beads and blazers, parkas and pajamas: flip through to see them all!
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 Chill Out With Hot Deals From JustFab!12/14/2012 |
Studying got you stressed? Chill out with hot deals from JustFab this December! Sure, you should be writing that twenty page essay, but just a little break won't hurt, and you need to get some shoes for all your holiday parties anyway, right?!
Looking for just the right boots to go with everything this winter? We love these tan Corrie boots! Feeling something a little more eye-catching? Check out these bright red Lakshmi pumps: the sequined heel adds just enough sparkle for the holiday season. |
 How to Prevent Razor Burn Down There & How to Treat Razor Burn12/14/2012 |
Shaving "down there" always seems like a good idea at first - that is, until all those little unwanted red bumps show up! Whether you're planning on just cleaning some stray hairs around the edges or going for a more complete effect, it often doesn't turn out as smooth as you hoped. But that stinging, itchy rash isn't completely inevitable. We're here with all the best tips to help you prevent razor burn down there! First of all, let's talk about what razor burn is. Dragging a razor across your skin gets rid of hair, but also removes the top layer of skin, and it causes irritation. It can get red and inflamed, and be fairly unpleasant, though it usually clears up if left alone for a day or two. If you have constant razor burn, though, you might also notice some razor bumps. Razor bumps are when the hair follicles get infected, and they can be really painful! The pores get clogged with dead skin and fill with bacteria, and they sometimes resemble pimples in your bikini region. Both of these conditions, though, are totally preventable and treatable! Use a good razor |
 Join Her Campus for a Twitter Chat About "Pretty Tough": Tonight at 6pm EST!12/13/2012 |
Attention television lovers: we're here to introduce you to an awesome new show called "Pretty Tough" that’s about two sisters who are at opposite ends of the popularity spectrum. If that's not enough, they're also teammates! They have to learn to play together on the soccer field and navigate the day-to-day drama of high school at the same time. As all collegiettes remember, high school drama is the worst. We're glad that we don't have to deal with any of that drama anymore, but we still love watching it on TV! But if you haven't heard of "Pretty Tough" before, it's not too late to catch up. Check out all of the episodes on Hulu, and once you're addicted, join us for a Twitter chat about the show and dealing with drama TONIGHT at 6 pm EST! Join us on Twitter by following @HerCampus and @Vuguru as we talk about @PrettyTough, and make sure you get in on the conversation. Just tweet back at us, continue the conversation about #PrettyToughTV, and get a chance to win awesome stuff! 5 chat participants will win the first Pretty Tough book, a Pretty Tough mini soccer ball, and the Pretty Tough DVD! |
 Meet Your LL Bean Boyfriend!12/13/2012 |
Tumblr is amazing for so many reasons, giving us our daily dose of GIFs and introducing us to the thousands of variations on the "Hey Girl" Ryan Gosling meme. But there's a new reason to love tumblr this morning, and it's giving Ryan Gosling a run for his money. We're here to introduce you to Your LL Bean Boyfriend! "He will build you a table and then have sex with you on it," the short introduction reads. "Doesn't get much hotter than that." If you've been looking to get your daily fill of New England men covered in scruff and decked out in thick sweaters and plaid, look no further. |
 Royal Hoax: New Results in Investigation of Nurse Jacintha Saldahna's Death12/13/2012 |
Last week, after the happy announcement of Prince William and Kate's pregnancy, the royal family was saddened with some darker news. Two DJs looking to have some fun called St. James Hospital where Kate was staying, and impersonated Queen Elizabeth and Prince Charles in order to gain private information about Kate's condition. The first person to answer the phone was Jacintha Saldahna, who put the DJs through to Kate's personal nurse. The prank call was aired, bringing worldwide attention the prank, but no one's laughing now. Just a few days later, Saldahna was found dead. New information released after her autopsy on Tuesday reveals that Saldahna was found hanging in her living quarters at the hospital, CNN reports. She reportedly left notes for her family members, who say that the shame of being involved in a worldwide news scandal would have caused her shame, according to The Daily Mail. |
 9 Self-Described Goofy Campus Cuties12/12/2012 |
Meet this week's campus cutie, Daniel Creamer! He is funny, sincere, and can strike up a conversation with anyone. Plus, he's single! Name: Daniel Creamer Campus Activities: Pike, Colonial Cabinet Relationship Status: Single Give me your best pick up line: Nice legs. What time do they open? Thing that catches your eye on a girl: Eyes, nose, rear end Describe yourself in three words: Goofy, spontaneous, shy Blondes or brunettes: Brunettes Best place to pick up girls on campus: Whole Foods If you could cuddle (and do nothing more) with one person for one night, who would it be and why? J-Lo. She was my first celebrity love. If you were a food, what would you be? Ravioli If you where a drink, what would you be and what type of glass would they serve you in? A Homewrecker in a martini glass Spoon, fork, or knife? Fork If your sex life were a movie what would it be called? Minute Man What's the most important part of a sandwich? Cheese |
 Miley Cyrus' New Style and Crazy Performance12/11/2012 |
Miley Cyrus still can't be tamed, and she is setting out to prove it to the world. In her most recent walk on the wild side, Miley took this stage this past Sunday at 1:30 am, performing in concert with Israeli dubstep artist DJ Borgore. Miley collaborated with DJ Borgore on a track called "Decisions" that dropped in November. Check out the music vid where they smear cake on everything, including each other! The big news, though, had less do with her music, and everything to do with the new style she debuted on stage: Miley was scantily clad in a revealing cut-out crop top, high waisted leather pants, and thigh-high leopard print boots. Her short hair was cropped even shorter, and she also had a chain that wrapped around her stomach and neck... Yikes! |
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