HC COLGATE NEWS
Saturday, May 5, 2012
With all the pressure that comes with finals week, we all have to find time to have fun with friends before summer break arrives and we go our separate ways and start boring (or if you’re lucky, exciting) summer jobs. While we think it is very important to get your work done and do your best studying for exams, it is also important to have fun. After all, you are at college for the “...
Saturday, April 28, 2012
Summer is the best time for travel, and we know that many of you have exciting plans for the next few months that probably include visiting some exotic (or maybe not so exotic) foreign countries. Whether your trip is for pleasure, service, or anything in between, here’s how to maximize your summer abroad!
1. Try new foods.While you may be tempted to stick to the...
Saturday, April 21, 2012
The school year is winding to a close, which means that there are only a few more weeks to savor the best spring activities that Colgate has to offer. Make the most of the unseasonably warm weather before school ends! Here are a few things I suggest you put on your end-of-school bucket list:
1) Take advantage of the open hours at the boathouse: The Glendening Boathouse is...
Saturday, April 7, 2012
With Spring Party Weekend only a few weeks away, it is time to start preparing for the most insane weekend of your life.... get ready for a wild ride.
1. DO YOUR HOMEWORK EARLY. Everybody says this, but really. Do your homework before the weekend. Even if this means sacrificing a night out the weekend prior, do it. We promise you will not regret it. The worst thing on SPW...
Saturday, March 31, 2012
How many times have you “studied” hours upon hours for a test, only to get it back a few days later with subpar grade sprawled across the top? If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. Although many students have the right intentions when preparing for tests and exams, the ways in which they actually review material are often ineffective. I have composed a short list of studying...
Saturday, March 24, 2012
Now that we have all returned from spring break to the balmy Hamilton temperatures, it is time for spring-cleaning. To most, this sounds like an arduous task, but it can in fact be fun and it is certainly well worth your while.
1. Sort out clothing you need and don’t need. For instance, send home or store your winter/fall clothing. Though there is the infamous jinx that the minute you put...
Saturday, March 10, 2012
As you know, it’s spring break this week! Whether you are staying home or going on vacation, it is a great time to relax. For those of you going on vacation, it is important to stay safe. Here are some safety tips:
1) Use sunscreen- I know everyone wants to get tan over spring break and hates the thought of preventing any potential tan with sunscreen, but it is really important to...
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Sh*t Colgate People Say
Based on the Sh*t Girls Say Youtube video, and following in the Youtube sensation trend, the Colgate University improv comedy group Charred Goosebeak made a Sh*t Colgate People Say video. This video is hysterical and perfectly defines the Colgate student experience. And, it never gets old. My roommates and I watch and joke about it all the time. For those of you who haven...
Saturday, February 25, 2012
As most of you are aware, Colgate has has an unusual winter this year. There has been a lack of snow until recently. This recent snow may be upsetting for those who were enjoying the warm winter but here are some ideas to get into the spirit.
1) Sledding- Grab a tray from Frank and go out sledding! There are so many great hills around campus that are prefect for sledding, especially the hill...
Friday, February 17, 2012
February can be a tough month for students at Colgate; tests and papers accumulate quickly, study abroad/summer plans need to be finalized and, perhaps worst of all, the sun seems to have vanished entirely. It comes as no surprise, therefore, that many students find themselves trapped in the...
