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	Work Out in DC...for FREE! By cc5321a May 15, 2013 - 9:00am READ MORE
	The Great Gatsby Pre-Review By Ali Follman May 8, 2013 - 9:00am Who doesn’t love a good movie set in the roaring twenties? A great movie in that category would be The Great Gatsby, which is coming out in its most modern adaptation on May 10th! The most famous version of the book by F. Scott Fitzgerald was the 1974 film by Jack Clayton, starring Robert Redford as Gatsby, Mia Farrow as Daisy Buchanan, and Sam Waterston as Nick Carraway. This book has created a wide fan base since its first publication in 1925. The plot draws in the reader and makes them emotionally attached to the characters, as any good book does. READ MORE
	James Paul '13: Director, Writer and Producer By Lesley Siu May 8, 2013 - 9:00am The million dollar question: What are you doing after you graduate? AU SOC senior James Paul's response is right on the money—a $10,000 Kickstarter campaign, to be exact. READ MORE
	Summer Sunnies: Sunglasses for Your Face Shape By hannah meisenberg May 6, 2013 - 9:00am With summer quickly approaching, the perfect pair of sunglasses are an absolute necessity! But when it comes to choosing the perfect pair of shades, it can be a little nerve racking. SO many choices! Cat eyes, wayfarers and aviators, oh my! I'll make this easy for you. How about a quick and easy guide to find the perfect pair of summer shades that flatter the shape of your face? READ MORE
	Mother's Day Gift Guide: $50 and Under By Maddie Bagley May 5, 2013 - 9:00am Still studying for finals or trying to recover? Tak your mind off of short essay questions and essays! Mother's Day is Sunday, May 12th and Her Campus American is here to help you pick the perfect gifts. Make sure to plan ahead of time what you want to your mom on this special day. Here are a few suggestions that any mother would love. OliveBox-$25 a month READ MORE
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	Joe Ste.Marie '15, Director of Academic and University Affairs By Claire Shriver May 4, 2013 - 6:30pm READ MORE
	Why The Size of Your Clothes Doesn't Matter By Ali Follman May 4, 2013 - 9:00am How often have you tried on a piece of clothing in a store and it is some ridiculous size number that you never imagined you’d wear? The truth is, with all the thousands of clothing companies out there, you don’t have one true size. With sizes measured in words and numbers like "small," "medium," "large," 0, 8, 26, or 36, these measurements are all subjective. Clothing companies aren’t trying to make women feel bad if they don’t fit into the size six and that’s their size. Women perpetuate the negative connotation with sizes that is seen in the media. There must be a change in how women see their bodies and the clothes they wear. READ MORE
	The Dos and Don'ts of Quadding By Lesley Siu May 3, 2013 - 1:00pm Quad•ding (v.): to occupy a space on the Eric Friedheim Quadrangle READ MORE
	Chic Travel Essentials By Lesley Siu May 3, 2013 - 12:00pm While some trends takeoff, others are classics that will stand the test of (travel) time. Packing can be stressful, but don’t you don’t have to sacrifice fashion for functionality. Before you go, make sure you have these stylish staples. Here’s how to be the best-dressed jetsetter on the runway. 1. Passport cover A cute cover keeps your passport safe and stylish. Choose one with space inside to store boarding passes, emergency contact info and an international calling card. (Kate Spade Tudor City Passport Holder, $68.00) READ MORE