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	Holiday Reunions Ana Roll By Ana Lacher December 2, 2011 - 7:36pm Having just had Thanksgiving vacation and with December break on its way, we’ve spent a lot of time back in our hometowns with our friends from high school. While we made the effort to meet up to exchange “I missed you’s!” and “how’s your semester going?” the real reason was so we could pass judgment on one another. I’m sure you’re sitting here pretending you would never do such a thing, but let’s get real…you judged them and they certainly were judging you. While this is not the first time you’ve passed judgment on your peers, it is probably the most significant. Meeting up with your high school friends during college is really just to compare, compete and judge. READ MORE
	Candace the Munchie Monster: The Burnt Gardener By Candace Chuck November 30, 2011 - 7:24pm Baby it’s freezing outside. Even though New Orleans is for the most part exceedingly warm, there are moments like today where the weather gets a tad bit too crisp for my liking. Those are the kinds of days that I just want to curl up in bed, never leave my room, and have a cup of warm apple cider on my bedside table. Fortunately, I’ve also found a delicious complement that’s easy to make and make not only your tummy warm, but also gives you a giant smile. It’s a grilled cheese…on STEROIDS. The Burnt Gardener Ingredients: READ MORE
	Dorm Raiders: Be Thankful For Your Dorm! By Rebecca Shinners November 24, 2011 - 10:49am It’s that time of the year again…. We’ve all been there, one of those moments when you go around the table and say what you’re thankful for—is it really possible that every single person just said “I’m thankful for my family and my friends”. I’m sure it’s true and all, but it’s time to get original! Now that we’re in college we all have even more to be thankful for! Look around next time you walk through campus and remember how lucky you are to go to such a great school with a beautiful campus located in the crazy New Orleans. Dorm raiders is here this week to tell you that you need not look further than your dorm to find some new topics to add to that boring, old thanksgiving dinner conversation. Mix it up and be thankful for…....
	Candace the Munchie Monster: Hot Cocoa Cookies! By Candace Chuck November 23, 2011 - 3:24pm It’s almost Thanksgiving which means there will be an abundance of fantastically delicious food that chances are will be 1000 times better than Bruff. This also means that you’ll probably have access to a kitchen, in which case I discovered the perfect recipe for a blustery day in. If you love hot chocolate, this recipe is perfect for you, because the drink now comes in a cookie form! It’s delicious, gooey and oh-so chocolaty. Even though the recipe might seem a little labor intensive, it’s well worth it! Enjoy!! Hot Cocoa Cookies! READ MORE
	Get Past the Stress with this Top 5 Music Chart By JoEllen Johnson November 21, 2011 - 11:30am So far, the week before Thanksgiving break has definitely lived up to its reputation of being a “hell week.” Three tests and a paper all within five days of each other?!? No, thank you. However, more studying means more time spent on my computer which means more time finding new songs, listening to Pandora and using music as just an overall procrastination tool (and as an escape). On that note, I hope my procrastination has paid off by creating an awesome lineup for the week. Enjoy! READ MORE
	Freshman Blog: Bruff By Katie Foster November 20, 2011 - 11:37am Harboring a special hatred for All Things Bruff is not exactly a difficult feat. However, Tulane students will come to realize that hating our on-campus dining hall is basically a futile waste of energy. Bruff is inherently a big part of our Tulane -- and especially freshman -- experience, whether we like it, or not. READ MORE
	Focus on… Painting with Light By Megan Lehr November 19, 2011 - 6:50pm So here is a fun thing to do with your camera, a tripod, some flashlights, and a few friends. Before I explain this, you’re going to need to know some things about shutter speeds. Basically, when you take a shot the lens on your camera opens up for a length of time to let light in and capture the image. The longer the shutter is open the more light you let into your camera, and this also records movement. All of those blurry pictures in your camera? Yeah those are from the shutter speed being too long. Taking a picture in a dark room, and it comes out too dark? Your shutter speed is too short to capture enough light to expose the image. READ MORE
	Dorm Raiders: Decorating Tips for the Photography Lover By Rebecca Shinners November 19, 2011 - 11:52am Customize your room: What’s your interest? READ MORE
	Candace the Munchie Monster By Candace Chuck November 14, 2011 - 11:55am It’s been getting quite cold lately, and the point where I can listen to holiday music nonstop without being judged is almost here! Even more so, Starbucks has started their holiday line of drinks, giving a delicious and great way to indulge in coffee. However, with the upcoming holidays also comes one of the toughest parts of the school year—the crunch of schoolwork and tests that come right before finals. Here are some easy recipes to help keep you well fed and happy while you do your school work! They’re quick, healthier and quite addicting! READ MORE
	3 Days of Peace & Music By JoEllen Johnson November 14, 2011 - 11:36am Last night I found myself watching a four-hour documentary called Woodstock (3 Days of Peace & Music) and I can honestly say that it was the best fours I have spent in a very long time. Truth be told, I did not know the tremendous impact Woodstock made on the face of rock n’ roll and the amazing talent that came through the festival. It’s official - I’m now obsessed with all things Woodstock and so in commemoration of this time in history, this week’s lineup is featuring five groovy songs that were played during this festival of 1969: READ MORE