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	Advice from a senior, washed-up girl: Explore Colby and the Greater Waterville Area. By Charlotte Wiesenberg May 15, 2013 - 4:03pm In the spirit of a senior, washed-up girl, I don’t have many regrets this year. Sidenote: I’ve always struggled with the idea of regrets because everything I have done, every mistake I have made, has led me to where I am today. However, with my graduation from Colby in just over a week, I thought it would be appropriate to list some local gems I found later in my Colby career that I regret I didn’t discover earlier. READ MORE
	Lip Color for Summer: Think Pink…and then some By Sarah Braselton May 10, 2013 - 5:37pm READ MORE
	Towne&Reese and UNREAL candy come to Colby By Gillian Katz April 23, 2013 - 2:26pm Tomorrow night Her Campus Colby is hosting an on-campus shopping event featuring Towne&Reese Jewelry and free candy sponsored by UNREAL candy! Towne&Reese pieces are fun, bright, and affordable, and they make great gift for upcoming birthdays, Mother’s Day, and graduation. Some of my favorites include the Fisher earrings and Laine ring, both sold for $30, READ MORE
	Five Pairs of Summer Shoes I Miss By Charlotte Wiesenberg April 21, 2013 - 4:01pm With the weather warming up, it’s time to put our snow boots away and bring out our spring and summer shoes. Next time you can’t decide whether to wear Jack Rogers or Sam Edelman’s, consider some of these shoes for old times’ sake. 1. Jellies. Before gladiators were in, Jellies were the go-to sandals. Transparent and sparkly, these shoes came in any color you could ask for. And they were waterproof. Only problem: the rubber could give you blisters if you wore them too much. READ MORE
	Maine Restaurants By Sarah Braselton April 20, 2013 - 2:14pm With the end of the school quickly upon us, warmer weather and optimistically freer schedules invite students to take pleasure in local finds. Maine is spotted with delicious local restaurants and cafés not to be missed during our time on Mayflower Hill. With graduation weekend on the horizon, incoming parents and friends will be satisfied with some tasty dining options outside of Waterville. For departing seniors, a short trip to the coast or South to Portland is a nice excuse to experiment with some menus before leaving school. Check out four unique spots to get you, your parent and friends out exploring, and a classic Waterville favorite for when you want to stay closer to home. READ MORE
	Summer Style: Spotlight on Lilly Pulitzer By Katarina Curtin April 11, 2013 - 9:29pm Lilly Pulitzer, fashion legend, died on April 7. As an alumni of a typical New England prep school and a current student here at Colby, Lilly Pulitzer has always been a timeless look. The brand of Lilly always seems to be making an appearance, especially once spring has sprung. Whether it be the large population of white dresses at high school graduations, or the little things, like one of their phone cases, Lilly stays relevant every year, and never fails to show that you have a sense of style. The prints are fun and flirty, but their clothes and accessories will always maintain a certain level of elegance. With the recent passing of this fashion icon, we can pay tribute by revisiting some of our favorite Lilly pieces....
	Tips for Keeping Calm at Room Draw By Gillian Katz April 6, 2013 - 10:20pm This upcoming week is stressful not only because there are midterms to be taken and papers to be written, but also because its time for room draw! As a first-year student, this is the first chance you have to choose where you want to live and who you want to live with, or for juniors its time to think about apartments, off campus houses, or suites. Emotions can run high as you are forced to make quick decisions and think on your feet in the Heights lounge, so here are a few tips on how to avoid the drama and end up with a great room! READ MORE
	3 Spring Trends We Love By Drew Boulos April 5, 2013 - 8:28am It may not feel like Spring on Mayflower Hill, but don’t tell that to Colby students. We’re breaking out the shorts and sundresses like it’s 80 degrees (when in reality the weather has barely hit 60°). As we come back to school with our new tans, whether real or fake, we’re ready for a change in dress. Out with the knee-length North Face parkas and bomber hats and in with the Sperry’s and Barbour’s. Here our out top three Spring trends that seem to be popping up on campus. Colorful Scarfs READ MORE
	Knitting at Colby By Gillian Katz March 22, 2013 - 5:00pm For some reason, knitting seems to have taken Colby’s campus by storm this year. Most people think that only little old ladies can knit, but in fact knitting is a life-long hobby that is rewarding, easy, and calming. Girls and guys alike are creating their own winter accessories, a creative way to re-invent your winter wardrobe, by knitting them. You can progress from less ambitious headbands and scarves to more advanced items like socks and sweaters. Everyone can knit and the supplies required are very reasonably priced at Wal-Mart. READ MORE
	Spring Sneakers By Sarah Braselton March 13, 2013 - 8:37pm READ MORE