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	Summer City Highlights By Kayla Foley May 2, 2013 - 2:35pm After months of crafting cover letters, editing your resume and applying and waiting, you’ve nailed the interview and now the perfect summer internship awaits you! Only problem is, your dream company is in a city you know nothing about. Don’t sweat it. Whether it’s Boston, New York or Washington D.C., we’ve done the work for you and found the must-dos, must-sees and must-eats for a summer in each of these amazing cities! Boston: In this walkable city brimming with history, amazing seafood, passionate sports fans and people who don’t pronounce their r’s, innumerable ways exist to experience them all. We’ve narrowed down the list to the top five summer musts that won’t hurt your wallet! READ MORE
	How to Survive Cooler Season By Tatum Pederson May 1, 2013 - 11:04am ‘Tis the season to have a cooler. Yes, it’s that time of the year when banquet dates everywhere slave over a cooler that ends up chipping and breaking by the end of the weekend. READ MORE
	Fun Ideas for Making Your Summer Memorable By kgooch April 24, 2013 - 4:36pm It’s that time of year again. School is winding down, exams are creeping up and that summer mentality has officially set it. You’re cramming in your last few weekends of fun before it’s time to head back home. Chances are you’re probably going to be working this summer, maybe in an office or a restaurant, and that means every sliver of summer freedom with your friends, whether it’s the nights, the weekends or off-days, should be spent doing something stress-free and FUN! READ MORE
	5 Nutrition Tips to Get Ready for Summer By scowans April 23, 2013 - 3:07pm Don’t let swim suit season stress you out! Here are five simple tips to help you stay healthy this summer and feel great on the beach: Stay Hydrated! Water is the absolute key when it comes to managing weight and staying healthy. We often feel hungry because we are dehydrated. Since we sweat more in the summer heat, it is super important to constantly drink water throughout the day. Here is a formula for how much water you should drink each day: Total body weight (in pounds) ÷ two = number of ounces per day *Secret tip: Drink at least eight ounces of water 10 minutes before every meal. This will help you feel full, fight dehydration and prevent overeating. READ MORE
	How to Pull Up Your Grades by Summer By Rachel C. Lewis April 17, 2013 - 2:40pm When spring comes, Elon’s campus goes into full swing – even more flowers than usual burst into blossom, students relax around the Commons and it’s easy to get distracted by the millions of events that seem to come from nowhere. But don’t let spring distract you too much. We still have a few weeks to go, and there is something you need to keep in mind: your grades. We’re all guilty of it. Spring hits and suddenly classes and your place on the Dean’s List are the last things on your mind. Even more suddenly, you realize your grades are slipping and you have only a few weeks left until finals. Don’t freak out too much – we have some tips to help you out. READ MORE
	Spring & Summer Wedding Guest Dresses By evalentine April 14, 2013 - 3:00pm As soon as the trees start to flower, your mailbox begins to fill with the inevitable onslaught of wedding invitations. You could set your watch to when you have to start filling up the Saturdays on your calendar in the spring and summer. Weddings are a fun time to celebrate love, family and friends. They are also a great excuse to go shopping and buy a few great dresses to show off your cool style. Here are some up-and-coming trends for this year’s wedding season: Peplum – Embrace this trendy style and your curves with a peplum dress. Find one in a light, bright color, or even one with pretty floral prints. READ MORE
	She Wore What? What Guys Really Think About What You’re Wearing By Victoria Dolan April 3, 2013 - 4:00pm It’s Thursday night, and it has been a long week. You’ve taken two tests this week, maybe turned in a paper too. Belk has basically been your home. Most of your meals have consisted of Lakeside’s Freshii food – which you are already sick of. Now you are looking to go out and maybe flirt a little. When you turn to your closet, however, you realize you have nothing to wear (as usual). If you are anything like me, you normally dress for girls. I like to take inspiration from the latest trends. Peplums, pastels, colored jeans and high-low skirts are all up my alley. But we can all agree that what girls like to wear and what guys like to see girls wear are two completely different things. So what should you wear when you are trying to impress a guy?...
	Hidden Gems: Great Eats in the Burlington Area By kgooch April 1, 2013 - 7:22pm To Elon students, the Burlington area can sometimes seem pretty….dull. It’s an area dominated by chain restaurants, fast-food joints, strip malls, and department stores. However, as a junior with a car, who appreciates a charming atmosphere and just loves food in general, I’ve been able to scope out the area for great eats over the past couple years and have accumulated a list of true gems. READ MORE
	Wardrobe Essentials For Every Spring Break Plan By Sarah Morrison March 20, 2013 - 10:00pm It's that time of year again. Students from coast to coast are anxiously awaiting the day when they can finally trade their books for a day in the sun, fun in the mountains, or a relaxing time at home. No matter the place, you can never be over-prepared for the week-long vacation that is Spring Break. But where to begin? The following guide will start you off in the right direction for all of your vacation needs. Your spring break should be one for the books, so get your suitcases ready! READ MORE
	9 Super Foods to Help You Look Your Best By JulieSpencer March 13, 2013 - 4:02pm All girls want to have glowing skin, shiny hair and healthy nails. In fact, we spend $100 or more on products and services each year to look our best. While a great shampoo might keep your hair smelling and looking good, it’s important to remember what you eat effects the health and appearance of your body inside and out. A great product or service can do wonders, but a consistently healthy diet will keep you looking good in a cheap, easy and natural way. READ MORE