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	Who The F*** Stole My Jacket By smcgrath February 2, 2013 - 2:56pm READ MORE
	What happened last night? (or whenever!) By anonymous January 14, 2013 - 7:08pm It seems like a lot of people are looking for advice about their weekend debauchery/hookups/breakups/etc... Unfortunately, asking someone for advice may lead to the entire Colgate bubble knowing, so we thought of a way to fix that with our "What Happened Last Night? (or whenever!)" column. If you want any help on whatever kind of current situation you are in, our HC Colgate Advice Columnists are here to help! Submit your stories here! (and it's anonymous!) READ MORE
	5 Super Refreshing Drinks! By Emily Bliss May 5, 2012 - 10:36pm This past weekend has been incredibly warm and humid, and we all need some refreshment! Here are some tips for quick fixes when you’re in need of some refreshment! READ MORE
	The Final Grind By Caroline Tocci April 28, 2012 - 10:13pm We’ve come to the last stretch of the semester with only one week left of classes before final exams begin. After our crazy SPW last weekend, you may have developed a cold (the weather doesn’t help) or just an overall disinterest to be at school any longer. The forecast predicts a chance of snow and rain for the next week and still the last thing you want to do is spend hours in Case studying. While you have to get your work done, there are other important things you need to do to get you through the next two weeks. Here are my tips for a stress free end of the semester. READ MORE
	SPW Hangover Cures! By Emily Bliss April 21, 2012 - 5:34pm Since we all know you were wasted all weekend, and the first time you actually got sleep was the few hours after Insomnia party (and that other party Saturday night/Sunday morning), you’re going to have one hell of a hangover on Sunday. Here are our recommendations for avoiding the hangover: 1. Drink water! Set out a bottle of water the night before and actually drink it before falling asleep. After your full day of drinking, your body is sure to be dehydrated and dying for fluids. So give your body a break and drink some agua. The next morning drink water, too! The number one suggestion to avoiding a hangover is drinking water. READ MORE
	SPW Attire Guide By Emily Bliss April 14, 2012 - 9:40pm Unfortunately, the 10-day weather forecast predicts 50 degree, scattered showers weather for Spring Party Weekend 2013. While this will prohibit most outdoor activity, this will no means slow down our fun! As it will likely be raining, remember to dress appropriately so as to not ruin your day by having to return to your room to get a dry change of clothes. Here are our suggestions for appropriate attire for SPW! READ MORE
	Easy Spring Produce Recipes By Emily Bliss April 7, 2012 - 8:39pm As the temperatures increase, so does the amount of local produce available. Being in Hamilton, NY allows us students ample access to fresh, local produce, so let’s use it! The weekly farmers market on the village green resumes in May and supplies the Hamilton community with a wide array of fresh veggies and fruit. Even if you can’t make it to the farmer’s market, the produce in these at Price Chopper will be fresher as they are in season! With that in mind, here are some recipes to utilize the fresh produce! READ MORE
	Spring Trends By Caroline Tocci March 31, 2012 - 10:02pm Even though it’s currently sleeting/snowing, after last week’s heat wave I’m confident that spring is on its way. But no matter when the warm weather actually arrives, now is the time to start your spring cleaning. Pack away your winter jackets and cords in exchange for lighter layers like skirts and sundresses. With events like formals and SPW rapidly approaching, it's best to start your online shopping now (as if you ever stopped), so you'll be ready for the festivities. To make you a little less overwhelmed, here are some of the most popular trends of the spring season that you may want to check out: READ MORE
	A Smart Girl’s Guide to Going Away for the Weekend By Emily Bliss March 24, 2012 - 8:12am Though we all love Hamilton, NY and all it has to offer, sometimes we need a break for a few days; we need a change in scenery to regenerate and take a breather from the chaos that is Colgate. I have found many students have a fear of missing out (FOMO as my roommate calls it), but sometimes the cure for our anxieties and stresses is to get away and miss out (or opt out). I personally think that going away for a weekend only makes me love returning to Colgate activities and people more. So, with that in mind, here are some tips for taking a weekend away! READ MORE
	How to Stay Healthy ... and Not Get Sick By Emily Bliss March 2, 2012 - 5:07pm As the spring weather moves in, and the unseasonably warm winter weather rolls out, we students are prone to getting sick. And, we all know that getting sick means falling behind in our schoolwork, missing out socially, and just feeling down. And, who wants that? So, in an attempt to stay healthy and on top of your game, here are some ideas to help out! 1. WASH YOUR HANDS. This has probably been drilled into your head since you were born, but, nonetheless, it is so important! Make sure you wash your hands before every meal to ensure you’re putting no germs in your mouth. Your hands carry the most germs so make sure to disinfect before eating! Also, always carry around a mini hand sanitizer just in case you don’t have time to wash your...