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	Last Quarter Blues (and Yellow) By Tumi Belo May 11, 2013 - 8:41pm Midterms are winding down and talk of finals has begun. Yes, it’s that time of the quarter again, only this time instead of making plans for next quarter that’s right around the corner we’re making plans for the seemingly endless summer that lies ahead. As this quarter decelerates to an end, I will be looking back more and more on the amazing year that I have had in California. The year seems to have gone by at light speed and I am so sad when I consider the prospect of leaving UCLA and the Bruin family I have been building since Fall. Nonetheless, I am sure I will be all smiles as I reflect on the memories and experiences from my time at UCLA. READ MORE
	View from my Balcony: Summer is Here! By Tumi Belo
	Day to Night in 5 Minutes By Divya Mowji May 1, 2013 - 2:51pm Nothing is more rewarding after a long day of work or class than a night out with some friends. However, if works runs a little late or you don't have as much time as you'd like to get ready, don't fret. There's a five minute regimen to transforming you day makeup into a gorgeous night look. Just follow these simple steps: 1) Blot. Your skin has probably accumulated a ton of oil during the day so before applying any makeup, using oil blotting sheets to blot away the excess oil that may causing you to look extra shiny in the wrong places. READ MORE
	What to Order: Pour It Up By Olivia Kaminsky April 27, 2013 - 6:22pm If you’re ever attending a classy function (and no, I’m talking about Tuesday’s Pint Night), you might have encountered a common dilemma: what to order at open bar. Depending on the occasion (wedding, cousin’s birthday, work event, etc), you want to make sure that your choice of drink reflects your personality and makes a good impression on others around you. You also certainly want to make sure that your drink tastes good. If you’re at a work function, you want to be professional and sweet (probably a good time to say no to vodka on the rocks). At the same time, if you’re trying to make a lasting impression (on a potential employer, perhaps), you want to order something original and memorable that will help you stand out....
	9 Things You Can Make in Your Coffee Pot – Besides Coffee! By Christie Groth April 20, 2013 - 6:45pm 9 Things You Can Make in Your Coffee Pot – Besides Coffee! This sounds like a disgusting phenomenon, but if you’re a poor college student without a kitchen, cooking up a meal in your coffee pot doesn’t sound like too bad of an idea. Below are nine simple recipes that you can use right in your own dorm room or studio apartment! Oatmeal: All you need is two packets of instant oatmeal, a spoonful of honey, and 8-10 ounces of water … and BOOM – you’ve got oatmeal. Put the oatmeal and honey into the pot, and allow the water to drip down into it, leaving you with a satisfying bowl of breakfast. Grilled Cheese: No, you aren’t using the actual glass vessel to cook these up. Just use the burner of the coffee pot like a pan. What’s quicker than this?...
	Playful Plaits By Divya Mowji April 4, 2013 - 3:26am Playful Plaits Have you ever woken up with just a couple minutes to get ready? You rush out of bed, jump in the shower, throw on the first clothes you find, and then realize you only have a few minutes to spare for your hair. Braiding hair is a very simple solution to a time crunch or even just a bad hair day! Here’s a couple braiding techniques that might come in handy next time you over sleep! The Beginner’s Braid-this is the simplest braiding technique out there and looks cute both when the hair is first tied in a ponytail and then braided as well as when it’s left loose and braided. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8UyB9XigBXM) READ MORE
	Summer 2013: Start Now By Olivia Kaminsky March 26, 2013 - 2:52am With spring quarter about to kick-off, many of us are already thinking about summer plans. Well, aside from the obvious beach and pool days, tanning, and going out, UCLA students definitely make the most of their summers. From summer school, to traveling, volunteering, or working, here are some tips to start planning now! READ MORE
	The Juicing Craze By Christie Groth March 16, 2013 - 4:47pm The Juicing Craze It first started out slow, but juicing is now the new thing in today’s world of what we call “clean eating.” After all, some of our favorite star role models like Selma Hayek, Gwyneth Paltrow, Megan Fox, and even Ryan Seacrest have started to partake in this new phenomenon – so why shouldn’t we do it, too? The pros of downing these liquid “detox drinks” are that 1) they give your body a plentiful amount of needed antioxidants, minerals, and vitamins, and 2) they are low in fats, sugars, and salts… All elements of food that we do not wish to consume. READ MORE
	View From Delta Terrace Dorms By Christie Groth March 9, 2013 - 7:34pm Sunny and beautiful in March? You've got to be kidding! This is just another perk of being a UCLA student... :) Spring Break is just around the corner. Get excited to actually be OUT in this amazing weather!! READ MORE
	The Notebook to 27 Dresses: Things We Should’ve Learned from Chick Flicks By Ekta Partani February 26, 2013 - 1:51am We’ve all been there-- sitting in your pjs on a Sunday night going through your list of romantic comedies on Netflix that you’ve already seen a million times. You know every line by heart and yet you still tear up when Jamie Sullivan tells Landon Carter she’s dying in A Walk To Remember. You waste away in day dreams of Noah Calhouns and Prince Charmings that will sweep you off your feet. You shout at the TV screen every time Gigi scares off another guy in He’s Just Not That Into You—knowing that if this was your love story…you could SO do better. READ MORE