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	Early Voters Kicked Out - My Voting Experience By Hnou Vang October 21, 2012 - 8:16pm On October 19th, 2012 I went to Tally Student Center at NC State to register and vote early. Outside there were signs that said “No more campaigning beyond this point.” There were also signs and people at every corner telling you where to go. I just followed the path until I reached the unregistered voters room. I handed a man working there my student ID and my proof of residency. Then around 5:45pm the fire alarm went off. The man gave me my things and told me to come back. An elderly woman approached me and said “What is that noise? Are we supposed to leave?” And I’m thinking “Yes we are supposed to leave. Are we really that desensitized to the fire alarm these days? ” READ...
	How-To: Jamberry Application By Katie Tritt October 19, 2012 - 12:00am If you have used Jamberry before I hope you find some tips or tricks that are new for you! If you are new to Jamberry I hope this tutorial helps you figure out how to apply them. I’m still pretty new to the whole process, myself. I get a little faster each time, practice does make perfect. As you get more comfortable with the Jamberry application process try mixing two patterns on the same nail for an added “wow factor”! Here we go… READ MORE
	I'm NOT interested: Tired of the "Attention" By Abby Workman October 18, 2012 - 12:00am As a man stopped and pretended to tie his jacket around his waist, he watched me eat my lunch on Hillsborough Street. I was sitting outside Jimmy Johns, enjoying my Turkey Tom (yum!) while this total stranger was standing less than ten feet away from me on the sidewalk, smiling to himself and watching me intently as I stuffed my face. As this continued for two minutes, I began to think about two things. READ MORE
	Jazzed about Jamberry! By Katie Tritt October 18, 2012 - 12:00am What if you could have an at home manicure last two weeks, and an at home pedicure that could last two months? READ MORE
	Review: Sally Hansen Salon Effects Real Nail Polish Strips By Abby Workman October 12, 2012 - 11:58am If you haven’t already heard about Sally Hansen® Salon Effects real nail polish strips, it’s about time you have! For those girls that love funky nail colors and patterns, but never know how to make those zebra stripes by hand, these are perfect for you! With no drying time, these babies are super easy to put on before you walk out the door. Valued at $9.99 at most drugstores, you get a box of 16 nail polish strips in various sizes so, you can pick and choose the shape that best fits your nail. You also get a cuticle stick and a mini file and buffer to prep your nails before application. READ MORE
	Save money this Fall: 5 tips that won't fail By Katie Tritt September 30, 2012 - 9:58pm As a college student, I feel like all I’m ever doing is shelling out money. Between textbooks, take-out, and that must-have new t-shirt for the latest football game, the expenses pile up fast! For me, fall seems to be the worst season for it with all the fun seasonal treats: The State Fair, fall break, football games, Halloween, bonfires, the list goes on and on. Even if I manage to keep my budget under wraps through October, it is quickly blown in preparation for the holiday season in December. Here are a few tips to indulge in all your favorite things without breaking the bank. READ MORE
	An All-American Man By Stephanie Milosh September 22, 2012 - 12:00am I swear, I just saw Captain America. I'm talking about the tall, muscular guy with the great military body, striking blue eyes, clean shaven face and short blond hair, who has a slight Southern twang that would make any girl swoon. I mean, my heart skipped half a beat when he looked at me and said, "Excuse me, Miss," when he walked by in the laundry room. Oh, and did I mention he was wearing a red shirt, white undershirt and blue jeans? I love an All-American man, and I stayed in that hot, stuffy laundry room a good bit longer than I would have normally. READ MORE
	College Fashion Week is Coming to Raleigh-Durham! By Her Campus, Gwendolyn Mejia September 20, 2012 - 4:04pm Hey there collegiettes! We are thrilled to announce that Raleigh-Durham has been selected as one of four locations across the country to host the first-ever College Fashion Week! Ladies from UNC, NCSU, and Duke will join forces with the Her Campus executive team and U by Kotex to put on the biggest, baddest fashion show that NCSU has ever seen! There will be amazing goody bags, lots of free food, and best of all - groundbreaking fashion! READ MORE
	Our Latest Obsession: Rob Evans By Shanya Scott, Misha Tobar September 19, 2012 - 10:33pm This season on America’s Next Top Model, the show has completely revamped its concept and style. The show now takes votes from the viewers and all of the contestants are college women. Not only has the show change, so have the judges. And we are LOVING the new panel. This season features Tyra Banks, Kelly Cutrone, and our newest obsession, Rob Evans. We have been obsessing over new model and heartthrob, Rob Evans. Since he has become the new judge on America’s Next Top Model, his popularity and fame has grown rapidly. READ MORE
	Gangnam Style - The Viral Sensation! By Shanya Scott September 17, 2012 - 12:11am IF YOU HAVEN’T HEARD THIS SONG OR KNOW ABOUT THIS CRAZE, WATCH THIS YOUTUBE LINK RIGHT NOW: READ MORE