Colum Archives

	How Not to Go Spring Broke By Martinique Pates March 19, 2012 - 6:00am It's almost spring break, which means most college students are packing their bags, breaking out the swimwear and heading to the most exclusive beach parties. However, with the recession and the constant increases in tuition, many students are considering saving money by visiting family or taking on extra hours at work. On average, a traditional spring break trip can cost over $500, depending on distance and hotel cost. Luckily, there are more cost-friendly yet fun things you can do for spring break. READ MORE
	Meet Fandy Tjen By Mariah Craddick March 18, 2012 - 12:51am Freshman and vocal performance major Fandy Cendana Tjen, 18, remembers learning his first song when he was only 2 years old, a karaoke track that he sung in Mandarin. Originally from Indonesia, Fandy came to the U.S. about 7 years ago finding a home in the "city of brotherly love," Philadelphia. READ MORE
	Come Snack-a-way with Her Campus CCC! By Mariah Craddick March 16, 2012 - 6:50pm READ MORE
	You're Not In This Alone By Songine' Clarke March 16, 2012 - 6:00am College can be rough. We all know that. With homework, projects, extracurricular activities, and sometimes part-time jobs-- it can all be a little too much. For some people it can be rough as well because they are far away from home or they feel like they have no one to talk to-- but you do. Columbia has some great resources you could use if you ever feel like it is all becoming overwhelming. Columbia College Counseling Services READ MORE
	Fernando Terrell II By Mariah Craddick March 15, 2012 - 6:16pm Major: Fashion/Graphic Design READ MORE
	Biggest Foot Dance Competition By Mariah Craddick March 15, 2012 - 10:07am Columbia's "Biggest Foot Dance Competition" is back with performances by MCDA, BCB (Boom Crack! Boys), The Crew, Salsa Con Sabor and more. This annual competition held by the Student Programming Board always brings out the best dancers and dance teams at Columbia to compete for a huge cash prize and a spot at the Carnival Choreographer's Ball. Doors will open at 6:30 and we advise getting there pretty early! Events like this always fill up to capacity early! You can go here for more information about the event. See you there! READ MORE
	We're Going to Make You Famous?: Why Kony is Old News By Sydney Holman March 13, 2012 - 7:00am Joseph Kony has become an internet celebrity in a week's span. Not the kind we worship, but the one whose atrocious actions fill our souls with terror. Joseph Kony and his group, the Lord’s Resistance Army (LRA), has been terrorizing children and families in Uganda, South Sudan and the Congo for nearly three decades. READ MORE
	ShopColumbia By Lindsey Turner March 12, 2012 - 1:23pm Student workers at ShopColumbia preparing for next week's "Nake Nula Waun" event on the 21st. The event will feature the Native American hip-hop act who will incorporate traditional Native American hoop dancers, blending hip hop, dance and personal stories. Be sure to check them out and ShopColumbia on March 21st! READ MORE
	Registering for Classes: Dos and Don'ts By Samantha Saiyavongsa March 12, 2012 - 7:00am READ MORE
	Tunnel of Oppression By Mariah Craddick March 9, 2012 - 12:32pm The Multicultural Affairs' diversity council, One Tribe, is bringing back the much-talked-about "Tunnel of Oppression." The event runs as a tour, giving students a chance to experience what it could be like if they were a different gender, race or sexual orientation. The tour has been said to be so impactful and emotional that some came out in tears. With that being said, it serves as a great learning tool and allows one to truly take a walk in another's shoes. READ MORE