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	Hell Hath No Fury Like…A Midterm? By Jess Scanlon February 28, 2011 - 8:31pm Midterms are like the start of spring, they lurk just around the corner. In preparation for this stressful time mid-semester, I have put together a list of tips gained from my experience as a double major and tutor. Organize This is a piece of advice often given, but its importance is undervalued. To know where everything is and when all of your commitments are is a valuable tool as a student. It does not matter if your method is in a planner, a smart phone or even a sticky pad, being organized can and will help you to succeed. Start Early READ MORE
	Writer's Block By Jess Scanlon February 21, 2011 - 11:39pm As I sat to write this column after a particularly tough week of four articles and a press release in addition to my usual workload, the white faux page of Microsoft Word seemed blank and taunting. From here a topic is born, writer’s block. No matter your major from Accounting to Physics, there is some form of writing in your assignment. Sometimes the words do not come as smoothly as they should in your opinion. READ MORE
	in The Bag: Rider Edition By Francine Jenkins and Jasmine Adams February 21, 2011 - 11:27pm The Tau Kappa Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated’s Top Status president, Courtney Rogers, has a thing for all things beautiful and all things educated. Here the double major double minor devastating diva lets us peek inside her purse. Vera Wang Princess Perfume: “This is my favorite perfume ….the smell is long lasting.” Urban Decay Eye Shadow Pallet: “I like it because it is long lasting with high pigmentation and it comes with a primer.” READ MORE
	How To Deal: Getting Over Your Ex By Brittany Long February 21, 2011 - 11:19pm It happens to the best of us. You are in a great relationship with someone you think is The One, but then something goes wrong. Breakups can be rough or they can be amicable; no matter what, no one really wants to go through them. They can cause even the most cool, collected chick to curl into a fetal position on the floor for days. Fortunately, even though it may seem as though there isn’t a light at the end of the tunnel, there is. Every girl (and boy) goes through at least one breakup that isn’t mutual or good. So, without further ado, here is a list I compiled of steps to take that will help you deal with getting over your ex. READ MORE
	How To Deal: Rent Clothes? By Brittany Long February 14, 2011 - 8:29pm Cash is tight but a girl’s got to look good, right? Well, the solution is renting clothing and accessories. It’s a new fad that is becoming more and more popular. Now, you can relax in the comfort of your own home while you peruse through the hundreds of available formal wear fashions and accessories available for rent via the Internet. Not only will most online clothing rental sites tailor your rental to suit your unique size, shape, and style, but many will deliver your outfit, together with any requested matching accessories, right to your front door! If you’re game for giving up the hassle of in-store clothing rentals and want to try the online route, here’s a brief tutorial. READ MORE
	Getting Down To Business By Jess Scanlon February 14, 2011 - 7:52pm This semester I am in a Business Reporting class. It is still a journalism course and therefore a liberal arts course at here at Rider, but it has taught me the value of the classes taught in the business building, particularly for those of us studying Journalism, Public Relations or another business-related field. A few of those benefits are listed below. Learning the Language READ MORE
	A New Year: A More Socially Responsible You By Jess Scanlon February 9, 2011 - 12:55pm READ MORE
	How To Deal: Dates By Brittany Long February 7, 2011 - 11:33pm Yes, it’s that time of the year when we are constantly reminded about the anticipated or sometimes dreaded holiday…Valentine’s Day. When it comes to planning a date during college it usually is a difficult task. Whether it’s low funds or a need for creativity we tend to get discouraged. Here are some tips and ideas for dates that range from low budget to romantic to creative. READ MORE
	Unappetizing Truths: Calorie Infested Appetizers By Amber Brown February 1, 2011 - 12:00am Living on campus and having to eat Daly’s food three times a day, going out is not only a deserved treat, but definitely necessary after a while. Going out to eat at a restaurant should certainly be an indulgent experience, because after all, look at what’s on the menu at Daly’s the next day! Yet and still, while it’s healthy to splurge every now and then, you still have to be careful when eating out. READ MORE
	How To Deal: Internet Creepers By Brittany Long February 1, 2011 - 12:00am In the 21st century technology is taking over more and more of the dating scene. Everyone has seen those EHarmony and Match.com commercials about all the success stories. Whether they are true or not is a growing problem. Can you really trust someone you’ve met online enough to meet him/her in real life? Online dating can be a fun and effective way of meeting The One. However, there are risks. The world is filled with dangerous and sick people who use the internet to their advantage. It is very important to use caution and common sense when entering the cyber world of dating. I have provided some tips to use if you do decide to explore cyber dating. READ MORE