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	The Oscars Best Moments By Cara Stuka March 4, 2012 - 12:00pm Last Sunday marked the 84th Annual Academy Awards ceremony. Celebrities galore walked the red carpet and showed off their magnificent dresses. Silent movie, “The Artist” was the winner of the night, winning for “Best Picture,” “Best Directing” and “Best Actor in a Leading Role,” including “Best Score” and “Best Costume Design.” As expected, the Oscars this year boasted poignant moments conveying all types of emotions: some heartwarming, some sad, some hilarious, some weird and some just plain unexpected. Here are Her Campus’s top moments from the 2012 Oscars! READ MORE
	Last Minute Spring Break Ideas By Leah Wolff March 2, 2012 - 12:38am Around this time of the year, it seems that the entire campus is bustling with spring break plans. You can’t walk through Case without hearing, “Ugh I can’t wait for break!” So if you’re one of the many with exciting plans, have fun and don’t forget the sunscreen. But, if you’re one of those with nothing to do, don’t panic! Her Campus is here to help. Dying to travel? READ MORE
	New York Fashion Week Highlights By Cara Stuka February 23, 2012 - 10:30pm New York Fashion Week came and went, with a long list (nearly 100!) of designers who presented their Fall Ready-To-Wear collections. It was a blast following coverage of all the different shows. This NYFW featured newbies Skaist-Taylor of Juicy Couture fame, husband and wife team, Sachin and Babi and, Whitney Eve (designed by Whitney Port of “The Hills” and “The City” fame). There are too many collections to review, but here is a sampling of some of the most unique to walk the runway! Skaist-Taylor READ MORE
	Sht SkidGirls Say By Leah Wolff February 20, 2012 - 1:44pm You’ve all seen the recent craze “Sht [blank] Say,” on YouTube and, honestly, how could you not? We at Her Campus thought we’d jump on the ever popular bandwagon and do a little version of our own: Sht SkidGirls Say. Whether while walking through Dhall or out on a Friday night, we’re sure you’ve heard some of these more than once... Sht SkidGirls Say “There are no guys here.”? “I’ll never have a boyfriend.” “Why do I even try? Honestly!” READ MORE
	Stay Fit in Saratoga All Winter Long By Melanie De Fiore February 19, 2012 - 4:44pm As the days get longer and the temperatures get colder, the harder it becomes to trade in your couch and Snuggie for a treadmill and sports bra. It may be toocold to run and be active outdoors, but there are still a variety of ways to get a full winter workout whether at the Skidmore Sports Center, the yoga studio in town, or in your dorm room! Read on for more ideas on how to fight the urge to hibernate and get moving. READ MORE
	Valentine’s Day in Saratoga: Our Favorite Aphrodisiac Dishes By Melissa Davis February 13, 2012 - 11:32pm Doing lunch at Scallions? This is what we recommend: Appetizer Guacamole Brie Melt: A crusty French baguette is filled with ?guacamole, sun dried tomatoes, herbs and brie cheese then broiled till hot and bubbly. Why? The avocado in the guacamole is thought to resemble male testicles, especially since the fruit hangs in pairs. The Aztec called the avocado tree “ahuacuati” which translates to “testicle tree”. Catholic priests in Spain found avocado to be so sexual that they forbade it. Salad READ MORE
	New York Fashion Week: What to Watch By Cara Stuka February 8, 2012 - 4:32pm Starting February 9, fashionistas from all over the world will come to New York City for the Mercedes-Benz sponsored New York Fashion Week. Throughout the week, top designers will showcase their Fall 2012 collections, making us allwonder what the designers have in store this season. Not to mention, which celebrities will sit front row at Lincoln Center, and keeping our eyes peeled for Vogue’s Editor-in-Chief, Anna Wintour and her everymove. READ MORE
	Contiki: A Jet Setting Collegiette Tells All By Nicole Dancel February 8, 2012 - 3:12pm Let’s face it: we all want to be jet setters. Who doesn’t fantasize about travelling the globe, seeing amazing sites, drinking fancy drinks, meeting fabulous people, and not having a care in the world while we do it. Just imagine what it would be like to hop from city to city—London to Amsterdam, Amsterdam to Florence, Florence to Paris, and etc.—for weeks or months at a time. Along the way you’d have experiences you’d never forget. Maybe you’d wander the streets of Rome, taking in the beautifully historic sites and gorging on fine food and wine. READ MORE
	Winter Skincare Tips By Melanie De Fiore February 6, 2012 - 5:33pm The rosy color on cheeks from the cold may be cute, but once you’re back indoors, your nose is red and running, you’re sweating, and you are reminded why you dislike winter weather so much. Between indoor heating and chilly outdoor temperatures, skin can dry out and leave your face and body cracking and flakey. Although your spring vacation to the tropics may be a few months away, there is still hope in combating dryness and achieving a winter weather glow. Avoid Scalding Hot Showers READ MORE
	Winter Coats: Colourful and Cozy in 2012 By Emma Weinstein February 3, 2012 - 3:02pm Just because it’s grey and cold outside doesn’t mean you have to be too! Check out this season’s hottest coat trends and you’ll be both warm and chic. Belted You don’t have to look like a marshmallow just to stay warm. These coats show off your figure while also protecting you from the cold. You never know who you’ll encounter one of these snowy days… Josie Coat BB Dakota ($120 now on sale! $89.99) READ MORE