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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
After a week of all-nighters and library study sessions, one of the best ways to reward yourself after finals is to indulge in a frozen treat. Whether it’s ice-cream, frozen yogurt, gelato, or popsicles, these places in DC have you covered when it comes to cooling off in a sweet way.
1. Thomas Sweet
Where: 3214 P St NW
What: You can’t miss the bright orange sign...
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
Photo by Andrew Speight
Every semester there’s a time when you know you’re doomed. Yes, it's finals week. It seems as if everyone goes into work mode and gets way too stressed out. This spring, it’s time to take control and learn how to handle your stress with a few quick tips.
1. Exercise
I cannot stress enough how important exercising is for not only your...
Thursday, April 26, 2012
For collegiettes everywhere, finals are starting soon—which means summer is just around the corner. The taste of perfectly squeezed strawberry lemonade, cold ice cream, and freshly cut fruit are the foods that come to mind when thinking about poolside days. Start prepping for the season by perfecting summer dishes. Here some of the best recipes to try when classes are out and warm weather...
Thursday, April 19, 2012
Communication technology expert and Champlain College professor Jeffrey Rutenbeck has been appointed the new Dean of the School of Communication here at American.
The founding dean of the Division of Communication and Creative Media at Champlain College in Vermont, Rutenbeck is a professional in his field. A great assent to the School of Communication, his research on social and cultural...
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Sunburn on your back, ringing ears, and an empty wallet. Those are the signs of a successful weekend music festival. As soon as the weather warms up, music junkies come together to bring some of the best artists in the industry out to perform around the country. Here is a run down of the biggest, most jam-packed and best concerts this spring and summer.
Coachella
Indio, California
Known for...
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
If you own an iPhone or Android, you are probably aware of the growingly popular Instagram application that allows user to take, upload and add color filters to pictures while sharing with friends. Most people do not carry their digital cameras around all the time so using a mobile device lens is extremely convenient. With Instagram, instead of posting simple unedited images you can manipulate...
Friday, March 30, 2012
With March Madness coming to a close, basketball seemed the obvious choice for our next collegiette’s guide to sports basics. March Madness is an elimination tournament every year to decide the national champion of men's college basketball. Basketball is one of the easier sports to understand, but I am still shocked by the lack of basic knowledge I've witnessed over the years, so...
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
For those of you who don’t know Pinterest, it is a glorious thing. Think of all the times you may have been browsing the Internet and have seen something that catches your eye. Yeah, you can bookmark the page, but if you have a Pinterest, the simple click of a button allows you to neatly organize your favorite wardrobe items, recipes, decoration inspiration, handmade goods, color...
Tuesday, March 20, 2012
The National Cherry Blossom Festival is celebrating its 100th Anniversary, so don’t miss out on the celebration! Here are a few of the events that are worth venturing downtown for.
The festival kicks off with the 2012 Pink Tie Party. It will feature top chefs, as well as the “Auction Spectacular” with offers from sporting, concert and dining experiences to weekend getaways...
Sunday, March 4, 2012
Stuck in your dorm over spring break? Don’t be too bummed out. Instead, take this time to focus on yourself and simply relax. If you have no idea what to do with yourself, forget cabin fever—there are a few things you should take advantage of while you have the time!
Since you are saving all that money not tagging along on a beach vacation, don’t be afraid to splurge...
