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	Four Beauty School Secrets To Growing Longer Locks By Andréa Harvey May 24, 2013 - 3:00am I'll admit, I've had my fair share of hair disasters -- from trimming my own bangs (I didn't learn my lesson the first five times) to bleaching my own hair at home and getting an unexpected bronzy-orange color instead. Nowadays, however, I'd say I'm pretty knowledgable when it comes to tips, or things to avoid, when growing out your hair. I owe most of that to my cousin, Kerry Bushnell, who’s a total hair guru at the young age of 20. Growing up, Kerry always had beautiful hair and a natural ability with styling it. As expected, she ended up going to the Paul Mitchell School of Hair Design and Aesthetics in downtown Portland. When I started talking to her about hair and getting her to do mine, I finally felt like I understood how hair worked....
	Young, Wild, and Long Distance Relationships By ChrisRuh May 21, 2013 - 3:00am Dear RLCG, I have been with my boyfriend now for around four months. We've grown really close but will both be heading home--9 hours away from each other--in a few short weeks. We haven't had "the talk" about whether we plan to stay together over the summer. I don't want to bring it up and ruin the last fun few weeks of spring term, but I also want to know where we stand and make a plan for what comes next. We'll both be back in the fall for our last year and I hope we can spend it together. Sincerely, Long Distance Dilemma Dear Long Distance Dilemma, READ MORE
	Tri-Accent Nail Art Tutorial By Rachel Davidson May 21, 2013 - 1:01am I love painting my nails. It is a great way to express certain moods and emotions through fun nail polish colors and finishes. Painting my nails has been a Sunday tradition of mine for years. Usually after doing way too much homework and studying, as a fun break or reward, I set aside an hour to paint my nails a new color for the week. Don’t get me wrong, I love getting a professional manicure, but painting your nails at home is much more affordable. Plus who doesn’t love shopping for new nail polish? READ MORE
	5 Reasons Why You Should be Obsessed with Leonardo DiCaprio By Bayley Sandy May 20, 2013 - 7:00am Leonardo DiCaprio is arguably one of the most talented actors of our time. He has been nominated for numerous awards, he supports his fellow actor friends, he spends his free time saving the planet… Let's face it: he may not consider our fan-girling attitude to be “girlfriend” material, but we could settle for a best friend title. READ MORE
	Date Night Desserts By Rachel Davidson May 19, 2013 - 3:00am Everyone loves dessert, and a homemade sweet or pastry is the perfect way to tell that special someone in your life how much you care. Having a "Dessert Date" is a perfect date night idea. Not only will they be impressed by your baking skills, but they will love that you took the time to make it for them. Dessert dates are relatively cheap, quick & easy, and very romantic. If chocolate doesn't say "I Love You," I don't know what does. These foolproof delicious sweets will be the perfect start to a romantic night. Here are three date night dessert ideas for every baking level. Chocolate Covered Strawberries Level: Easy Time: 10 minutes READ MORE
	Healthy Alternatives to Your Post-Workout Cravings By LizzieBayer May 18, 2013 - 3:00am Whew! You just completed a tough workout at the gym, and already you are envisioning that piece of fudge cake that your roommate left in the fridge. All that hard work deserves a delicious reward right?! Think again. The problem is, that one bite leads to another, and another, and then another (you get the idea). So, what is a girl to do? Well, first let’s start with the type of craving. Whether it is salty, sweet, creamy, or crunchy, there are plenty of HEALTHY alternatives. Don’t get me wrong, an indulgence every once in awhile is fine, but make sure to not keep it a habit. If you are craving something salty/crunchy: READ MORE
	Drunkopoly? Five Drinking Board Games By Heather Baldock May 16, 2013 - 3:00am We've all played King's Cup and Beer Pong. Some love the occasional Power Hour. But have you ever thought about what it's like to take your average family board game and convert it into something, well, college weekend-friendly? A lot of board games are available for a few dollars at garage sales and second-hand stores such as Goodwill and Value Village, but make sure all the pieces are included! Pick your poison if you're 21 (or um, energy drink), and try one of these for your next pregame experience. Drinking Scrabble READ MORE ...
	The Great Gatsby Part 2: Party Like Gatsby By Mackenzie Henshaw May 16, 2013 - 3:00am The highly anticipated Great Gatsby movie hit theatres last Friday. After the wildly lavish movie, you may be feeling a bit inspired to throw your own 1920’s speakeasy themed party right here at the University of Oregon! The world of main character, Jay Gatsby, is all about elaborate, luxurious parties with expensive food, live bands and a one of a kind location. People long to be invited to these phenomenal parties. However, we are collegiettes living on a budget, so while we might not be able to afford a mansion, we can still follow these tips and tricks so we can also party like Gatsby. READ MORE
	DIY Summer Shorts By Piper Criscola May 15, 2013 - 3:00am Spring is turning into summer quickly, and DIY shorts are in, and hotter than ever. Adding a little flare to and old pair of jean shorts can turn a whole outfit around. Simple, flirty and casual these styles are cheap and easy to do. Lace: Add this wherever desirable. The front side of the shorts, the back pocket or a layer underneath, you can’t go wrong. Any craft or fabric store will have a variety of lace to choose from, it all depends how you want to add it to your jeans. For pockets: Cut the lace to fit the pocket. Use fabric glue and go around the outside, keep in mind a little glue goes a long way. Place the fabric on the pocket and smooth out the lace. Let it sit for 24 hours before cleaning up the edges and wearing!...
	Red Carpet to Campus: Met Gala Punk Edition By Alisha Garner May 12, 2013 - 3:00am Last Monday was fashion's funkiest night of the year. Celebs rocked their ‘getups’ at the Costume Institute Gala, otherwise known as the Met Gala. This annual fête celebrates the opening of the Metropolitan Museum’s fashion exhibit at the Costume Institute. Fashion industry experts consider this night, hosted by Vogue, to be the fashion world’s best red carpet affair. And from the outrageous Instagrams, it seemed to be just that. This year's style inspiration came from the Metropolitan Museum's exhibit, “PUNK: Chaos to Couture.” If you didn’t tune into Instagram or Twitter, I’m sure you can already imagine how Hollywood’s A-listers strutted the various styles from glam rock to goth to grunge. ...