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7 Reasons You Should Read theSkimm

Aleixka Macfie Student Contributor, James Madison University
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at JMU chapter and does not reflect the views of Her Campus.

Lets be honest, when was the last time any of us sat down and read a newspaper? We are busy college students with no time to know what’s going on in the world. But, it‘s important for us to be aware and well informed.

theSkimm is a daily e-mail newsletter with local, national, and international news that gets sent right to your email. The newsletter gives you everything you need to start your day without taking away too much of your time. They do the reading for you and break down the latest news and information with fresh editorial content. They read and you Skimm! 

1. It’s free!

2. They don’t bother you on the weekend 

3. It’s delivered straight to your inbox 

4. Freebies, freebies, and more freebies!

5. You have the chance to become a Skimm’bassador 

6. They interview all your favorite people!

7. It’s short and to the point

Well convinced? Sign up for theSkimm today!

Aleixka has a B.A. in Media Arts and Design and a minor in Spanish from James Madison University. She loves all things books, traveling, food, and photography.