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	Halloween Costumes: Groups By Remy Marin October 11, 2012 - 9:58am Now that autumn is in full swing, Halloween can be seen clearly on the horizon. That means it’s now costume crunch time, whether you’re ready or not. If you’re having a hard time picking a costume, maybe you should consider grabbing your close friends and pulling together a group theme. To help kick start some ideas, here are our picks for the best group costumes for you and your BFFs this Halloween! READ MORE
	High School to College: Transitioning your Wardrobe By Cara Stuka October 3, 2012 - 12:02am So it’s your first semester at college, and you're not quite sure how to prep for winter at Skidmore. Well, luckily for you, Her Campus has made a list of the top five necessary accessories to transition your high school clothes into a Skidmore-friendly wardrobe. Besides, you know that extra large closet needs a little filling! READ MORE
	It’s a Wrap: Smartphone Cases for Each Personality By Remy Marin September 25, 2012 - 7:14pm Phone cases are no longer just to protect your cell, but have become a big statement about who you are, and that’s a lot of pressure! The good news is that we’ve matched each personality to a trendy accessory, so you don’t have to worry. Here we go: Bumper The simplest option, the bumper is just a rim around the edges of your phone. It says that you’re a no-fuss, simplistic person who wants a little coverage without losing the sleekness and small size of the phone. You’re a more effortless kind of cool. READ MORE
	From Crowded to Cozy: Decorating your Triple By Leah Wolff September 18, 2012 - 5:06pm Yes, at Skidmore we have freshman triples and lots of them. After your first month here, you’re probably used to it, but to ease the transition even more, we at Her Campus have some decorating tips to make that crowded college triple your new favorite place to hang! READ MORE
	Fall Fun Day: What Freshmen NEED to Know By Olivia Burger September 11, 2012 - 1:26pm While upperclassmen are all too familiar with Skidmore’s most epic tradition, this year’s first years will barely have time to hear rumors before Fall Fun Day. Usually, we wait all year anticipating and preparing for Fun Day. This year, for the first time, Skidmore is hosting its most popular event in both Fall and Spring! First years: it’s time to cram. We only have one week to prepare for the best day of the year. Here’s what you NEED to know. READ MORE
	Spring Into Summer Styles By Kelsey Thorn June 12, 2012 - 9:23am Even though school is out and Skid break has already begun, summer doesn’t officially start until June 20 (who knew, right?) and it’s time to prep your wardrobes, if you haven’t already. With clear blue skies and summer sun, spring into summer with this season’s hot styles! Flirty Fun It’s playful without looking too childishly innocent. So go ahead, have some fun and flirt a little. By the Book Fair Dress, Modcloth ($77.99) READ MORE
	HC SkidStaff’s Favorite Summer Products! By Kim Ohnemus May 22, 2012 - 3:23pm Summer is here ladies! Can you believe it? By now, we're all home free to enjoy all that the summer has to offer. Us girls at HC Skidmore can’t wait to get summer started, and to get you all pumped up, we’ve compiled a list of the summer merchandise that we just cannot go without! READ MORE
	The Best Summer Reads for Every Major By Remy Marin May 18, 2012 - 3:28pm There’s nothing better than lying on a beach, reading a book while cool breezes and cute lifeguards pass by. And that book may just be the perfect solution to those hour-long train rides to and from your internship each morning. But there’s nothing worse than choosing a book that seems to drone on and on, or being stuck reading twenty romance novels that all seem to follow the same plot. To help you find the perfect summer reading book to pass your time, we’ve compiled a list of the best books for each major! So head to the nearest bookstore, lie under the sun, and get ready for a fantastic summer. READ MORE
	Career Advice from Class of 2012 By Remy Marin May 17, 2012 - 6:44pm There's nothing easy about being a college student trying to find a career. From grad school to navigating the professional world to choosing a career path, there are so many different things to juggle and consider. But never fear! Some of our graduating seniors (we'll miss you!) have words of wisdom to help us along the way. On Being At Skidmore: “Try everything and expect that not everything is going to go according to plan” - Sarah Roscher READ MORE
	Diet Myths and Truths By Olivia Burger May 10, 2012 - 9:00am With summer just around the corner, you can bet that every girl on campus is worrying—at least to some degree—about looking good in all of the revealing summer fashions. Between the imminent bikini season and high stress of finals, many collegiettes get caught up in unhealthy eating patterns that only end up hurting them. Instead of counting every calorie or subsisting off of a crazy diet of coffee and tic-tacs, check out these diet myths and truths, and aim for a healthy, happy finish to your semester! READ MORE