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	How To: Eat and Shop Sustainably in Goleta and IV By Phoebe Kaufman December 14, 2012 - 12:27pm Eating sustainably is both good for you and good for the environment, but on a college budget and busy schedule, buying eco friendly foods may seem to cost more time and money than it is worth. So why bother trading in ramen noodles and take out for some less processed options? Well, not only is the switch must easier and cheaper than you might expect, but by buying foods that are grown sustainably, you are supporting a more ecologically responsible system and decreasing your exposure to harmful additives like pesticides. So, here are some ways to shop locally and eat responsibly. READ MORE
	Holiday Baking Guide: Three Treats You NEED to Make This Winter By Sara Tillinghast December 10, 2012 - 11:09pm As I reflect on the holiday seasons of my childhood, the memories of baking and decorating cookies with my siblings and cousins always seem to come to mind. There is just something magical about putting on Christmas music, and making every kind of delicious treat you can think of. So, after pursuing a collection of my favorite baking blogs, I have compiled a list of three recipes I think everyone should try this holiday season … I know I certainly will be! Peppermint Sugar Cookie Bars READ MORE
	Celebrate the Holidays with Mini Apple Pies By Jenny Lintz December 5, 2012 - 10:30pm Winter is a magical time. Leaves change color, the air becomes crisp, and most importantly - Starbucks brings out the red cups. December marked the beginning of the season and the preparation for the biggest challenge your jeans have yet to face... Christmas and Hannukah. READ MORE
	Black Thanksgiving By Helen Irias November 27, 2012 - 7:30pm As Americans, 95% of our lives revolve around consumption and material goods, save one night of the year. This night is dedicated to giving thanks for what has already been provided rather than acquiring more. Ironically, for the past 60 years, another less sentimental annual occasion has followed immediately after Thanksgiving: Black Friday, the day of huge sales, massive crowds, and tremendous spending. READ MORE
	3 Pinterest-Inspired Holiday Gifts that Won’t Break the Bank! By Maya Wong November 27, 2012 - 12:14am It’s that time of the year when weekend nights call for ABC’s 25 Days of Christmas and thinking of the best holiday gifts for your BFF, frenemy, and everyone in between. HerCampus is here to offer some fabulous ideas for holiday gifts that are sure to make any of your collegiate friends happier than Glen Coco. You go Glen Coco. The key to cranking out a gift that your friends will genuinely love is to add some personality to turn a gift from generic to meaningful! If you can’t get the dream gift for your BFF (aka $200 dress on Free People’s Pinterest), here are some affordable Pinterest-inspired DIY gifts for the special ride-or-die girls in our life. 1. Flag Banner READ MORE...
	Comfy Sweater Weather: 15 Indie Songs for Autumn By Maya Wong November 20, 2012 - 10:33pm READ MORE
	Politically Correct: Choosing to Eliminate Ignorance from Everyday Language By Jenna Harvey November 20, 2012 - 3:48pm “That’s so gay,” and “You’re so retarded” you hear it everywhere. Somehow we have decided as a generation to include these words into a dictionary of insults and putdowns between groups of friends, or to people we don’t even know. Now we tell people that it is an insult to be linked to groups of people whether they are homosexual or have disabilities such as Down’s syndrome and Autism. But it should not be socially recognized as an insult or offense to be linked to these groups, because if you knew anything about “those people” you would know their immense kindness and ability to overcome hatred while still keeping an open heart. READ MORE
	SmartDeco: Practical Furniture for the Eco Friendly Collegiate By Helen Irias November 19, 2012 - 11:20pm Recycling is all the rage these days. Good for the bottle, good for the can, what goes around comes around. The other day I tossed my whole couch into the recycling bin. Wait, what? Yes. You read that correctly. Look around your room and consider a scenario: How awesome would it be if furnishing your trendy little apartment or dorm room did not involve awkward heavy lifting or having a mental breakdown trying to decipher assembly instructions? What if your home décor could unfold gracefull READ MORE
	First World Problems: Phone Dependence By Helen Irias November 15, 2012 - 1:49pm READ MORE
	College Fashion Week Santa Barbara Recap By Maya Wong October 25, 2012 - 12:02am On October 20, 2012, Her Campus ended their College Fashion Week nationwide tour with a West Coast finale here in sunny Santa Barbara. The HC College Fashion Week Fashion Show was held at the Carrillo Recreation Center in downtown Santa Barbara, where the entire center was transformed to have a NYC night club vibe centered around the runway. Tons of collegiates and Her Campus supporters lined the doors to watch UCSB students strut their stuff on the runway. Windsor Hanger, the President, publisher, and co-founder of HerCampus, emceed the event, and promoted the theme of the fashion show for collegiates everywhere to “Upgrade Your Life!” READ MORE