Why the Extras in Movies Matter
Everyone has watched a movie at one point. Everyone has noticed the extras in the background who linger and observe. Extras are an integral...
Abby Olaleye (UK ‘20)
Abby Olaleye (UK ‘20)
Abby Olaleye is a junior at the University of Kentucky. I'm currently majoring in Biosystems Engineering with a minor in Biomedical Engineering. I'm a writer for HerCampus because writing is fun and a better way to procastinate.
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Dealing with Burn Out
I am burnt out. That is a phrase I was hoping I would not use this semester, but lest I was wrong because I am burnt out. Now the problem...
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Religion, Wait What?
First thing first. This is an opinion piece. I realize that religion is a very controversial topic but just want to say a little on my...
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Don't Forget to Sleep
It’s the start of the school year so hopefully everything is still peaceful and calm. Otherwise, peaceful and calm enough that dropping out...
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How I Feel About the Semester Ending
Being so close to the end of the semester means the grades I receive now will define my final grades. I’ve had a decent semester, including some big ups and downs.
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My New Obsession: Flipflop Solitaire
You might be thinking, “solitaire is not that intense, if at all.” You would be wrong. Solitaire is a never ending game of trying to beat your best, an endless battle to prove to yourself that you’re better than your past self.
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Last Minute Spring Break Ideas
This close to spring break one would think that the plans are set stone of where, when and how the break is going to be spent.
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New Shows I'm Loving in 2019
Everyone has varying taste of interest. Here are the new shows I currently love.
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Why I Stopped Watching Music Videos
Sadly, there have been songs that I thought were amazing but this view was shattered when I watched the correlating music video.
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Why I Took a Self Defense Class
STARR (Self Defense Tactics and Risk Reduction) is a free, three day self defense course taught by UKPD, and open to anyone.
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An Open Letter To Money
I know our relationship dynamic isn’t going to change a lot now but my new goal is to use you more in creating good memories and less on clutter.
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5 Things I'm Changing to Be a Better Student This Semester
It’s weird but I am a little excited for this semester to start. I’m not sure why yet but I feel like it is going to be a really good semester. Hopefully it is a good and year for anyone reading this.
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'The Notebook': Book vs. Movie
Either as a book or a movie it is an amazing story to tell. I’m mostly glad it is a movie because it has definitely been a key part to so many movie and lazy nights.
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TV Shows to Watch on Halloween
The time is here. Halloween. Spooky season. The spookiest of all seasons. Get into the spirit of Halloween with these horror TV shows...
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My Top TV Shows Growing Up
Growing up there were those shows that I was absolutely in love with. The shows that I would watch the night before and talk all about with...
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20 Date Night Ideas for Broke College Students
The point of a date is to have fun with your S/O, don’t let that be limited because you happen to be broke.
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Why I Love Myself
If I’m looking at a girl who I think is prettier and she is looking at another who she thinks is prettier and then she is looking at another and another and so on, when does it end?
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Strong Female Characters on TV in Today's Society
From fighting in the game of thrones to fighting for their lives to just straight up ruling nations. These women take fierce to another level and look killer while doing it with a little bit of killing on the side...
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My Take on "To All the Boys I've Loved Before"
Is it a big cliche? Yes, but you can’t help fall in love with the characters like Chris and Kitty. Chris is like a stray cat in LJ’s life, she comes and goes and she pleases but she is an amazing friend. The contrast in LJ and Chris’ personalities proves opposites do attract.
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Movies Coming This Summer
This school year has been great -- it really has been. But boy am I glad it is finally over. Now... Summer break! Who knows what will be...
