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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Siena chapter.

The zodiac sun sign dictates your personality. The Sun represents vitality, a sense of individuality and outward-shining creative energy each person posses. When someones says that they’re an Aries or a Virgo, they’re talking about their given sun sign. You determine your sun sign based on the time period in which you were born.

Aries

Time period: March 20 – April 19

Element: Fire

Symbol: Ram

Famous Personalities: Lady Gaga, Maya Angelou, Jackie Chan, Leonardo Da Vinci, Vincent Van Gogh, & Hugh Hefner.

Aries are natural born leaders. When an Aries says something people listen and follow. You get things done and everything you do you do with courage. Another thing I like about Aries people is that they’re blunt and to the point. They tell it like it is. These people hate superficiality. This form of communication tends to hurt people’s feelings sometimes, but it’s necessary. We need people to be honest with us, even if it hurts. Aries are all about living their best life. These people want the best; they want to go to the best restaurants, concerts, even travel accommodations. These people are the kings and queens of I don’t care. As long as they’re happy with what they’re doing this sign doesn’t care about what those around them think.

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Taurus

Time period: April 19 – May 20

Element: Earth

Symbol: Bull

Famous Personalities: Elizabeth II, Megan Fox, Adele, William Shakespeare, Mark Zuckerberg, & Dwayne Johnson.

You people know about quality. You like quality people and are strictly loyal to those who you know are worth your time. A Taurus is especially slow moving when it comes to trusting those around them. I love this because you really have to earn their trust. They do this to keep themselves from getting hurt. Taurus suns are also one of the foodies of the zodiac, you love food. You can count on a Taurus know where to go for some bomb food. The way to a Taurus’ heart is through some good food. They bond with people over food a lot. Taurus also tend to be persistent people for the most part. You understand that things take time and unlike the other signs, you don’t mind waiting for the right time and place for things.

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Gemini

Time period: May 20 – June 20

Element: Air

Symbol: Twins

Famous Personalities: Kanye West, Marilyn Monroe, Angelina Jolie, Naomi Campbell, Venus Williams, & John F. Kennedy.

Gemini’s are the most fun people you’ll ever meet. They know how to make your smile. You can always count on a Gemini for a good time. Gemini’s are the talkers of the zodiac, they will literally talk your head off.  This is especially beneficial when you go out with them, they’ll talk to about anyone in any occasion. You also can’t get past a Gemini in an argument, these people have a response for everything. When arguing with them they’ll just keep on talking. Gemini’s are also curious. Gemini’s are always curious about what other people are thinking and so they like to listen to people’s opinions just for the sake of knowing how other people see things. This is cool because they’re open to new perspective and learning from those around them.

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Cancer

Time period: June 20 – July 22

Element: Water

Symbol: Crab

Famous Personalities: Lana Del Rey, Vin Diesel, Selena Gomez, Malala Yousafzai, Tom Hanks, & Diana, Princess of Wales.

Cancers give themselves like no other sign. You are nurturing and caring of those around you. If you have a Cancer in your friend group they tend to be the “mom” or “dad” of the group. Cancer’s people also keep receipts, they remember EVERYTHING. Because you usually have such a good memory, you make great storytellers. This also makes them a little petty Lol. They just like to have the evidence when arguing. My favorite thing about Cancers is that they’re family oriented. It’s probably because I’m family oriented, but these people are crazy about their home and their family. They love to be home cooking something up in the kitchen. Family is especially important to this sign, because of this they are protective of those they love especially their family members. If a Cancer invites you into their home, then they really like you.

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Leo

Time period: July 22 – August 22

Element: Fire

Symbol: Lion

Famous Personalities: Barack Obama, Viola Davis, Jennifer Lopez, Mila Kunis, & Sandra Bullock.

Leo’s stand by your side and make it clear that you are important to them. This is the sign that goes above and beyond for their friends. They great gift givers and expect the same in return. Whatever you do, don’t reject a gift from this sign or make them feel bad for getting you something. No one shines brighter than Leos. When a Leo walks into a room you know they’re a Leo because they just always grab people’s attention. They tend to have something about them, either beautiful big hair or a right smile. Leo’s also have their own unique style. These people go with what they want regardless of what others may think because they know that they aren’t average. Leo’s know that they’ll be the center of attention whether they like it or not. When I think of Leo I tend to think of glamorous mirrored furniture, mirrored because they probably want to look at themselves when walking around their home.

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Virgo

Time period: August 22 – September 22

Element: Earth

Symbol: Maiden

Famous Personalities: Beyonce, Michael Jackson, Cameron Diaz, Mother Teresa, Warren Buffett, & Stephen King.

I love Virgos because they see everything. As a Virgo, you’re very observant and nothing gets past you. I mean even the things you think you sneak past a Virgo, you didn’t. They’re also not the type to talk about what they see, they just keep it to themselves. This sign tends to be overly critical of themselves and those around them because they want things to be up to their standards. Virgo’s are actually the most helpful sign in the zodiac. Being the sign of service you enjoy helping people with things and it’s how you show people you care about them. Sometimes they’re under appreciated because the things that they do for people are everyday simple things; like get you food, help you with your car troubles, or build furniture for you. These are just people you can rely on. You admit that you’re wrong when you’re wrong. You logically look at things and so when you are wrong in an argument you accept that and listen to the correct point.

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Libra

Time period: September 22 – October 23

Element: Air

Symbol: Scales

Famous Personalities: Ralph Lauren, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Will Smith, Eminem, Kim Kardashian, & Vladimir Putin.

I love Libra’s because they appreciate beauty and fairness. You are able to look at people and see them for who they are. Libras are the definition of “don’t judge a book by its cover”. They meet people and truly get to know them without making any judgments. Libras are also charming AF. You make people feel good when you talk to them. You naturally smooth over any tensions and they’re the kings and queens of mediating situations. I could talk to my Libra mom and best friend for hours. Libras also have the ability to hear you out, even if they don’t agree with what you’re saying. They want to know the whole story. The best thing about them is, because they’re all about being fair, they’ll be honest in situations and support the person deserving of their support in disputes.

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Scorpio

Time period: October 23 – November 21

Element: Water

Symbol: Scorpion

Famous Personalities: Anna Wintour, Leonardo DiCaprio, Whoopi Goldberg, Pablo Picasso, Ryan Gosling, Bill Gates, & Anne Hathaway.

What I love about Scorpios is how passionate you are. Not many people can match you when it comes to being passionate. When you want something, you dive into whatever that is and go for it. I mean you don’t let anyone or anything stop you. These people become obsessed with what they desire until they get it. Another thing is you can’t be fake around a Scorpio. Scorpio, you see through people, no one can get anything past you. You know when people are lying and you know when their being genuine with you.You see through the BS, even when something is slightly wrong, you sense it. You are some strong people. All Scorpios go through tons of hardships in life and this is why they’re so strong. Because of this strength, they’re able to help others through tough situations.  

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Sagittarius

Time period: November 21 – December 21

Element: Fire

Symbol: Archer

Famous Personalities: Pope Francis, Walt Disney, Frank Sinatra, Bruce Lee,  Nicki Minaj, & Taylor Swift.

Sagittarius are the most open minded people out there. When I think of Sagittarius, I think of education and travel. When it comes to pursuing an education and traveling, you need to keep an open mind because you come across a lot. As a Sagittarius, you have a way of looking at the bigger picture and not really focusing on too much detail. Sagittarius sun signs are the people that tend to get the PhDs. You’re all about higher education and travel. You look for Sagittarius when you want to have a good time, especially if you’re going to travel. This is the sign that is down to do anything sporadic. Your Sagittarius friend is the type of person to be down to go bungee jumping on Wednesday because there’s nothing better to do. Like I said before, these people are big on knowledge, they love to teach and they also love to learn. If you have a Sagittarius friend, you can expect them to teach you a lot and ask you to teach them things.

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Capricorn

Time period: December 21 – January 19

Element: Earth

Symbol: Sea-Goat

Famous Personalities: Muhammad Ali, Stephen Hawking, Jim Carrey, Elvis Presley, & Bradley Cooper.

You get things done on your own, you have a way of using everything negative that happens to you and rising above that. Capricorns are big on building an empire and they big on work their behinds off day to day to reach their goals. Capricorns, I know that a lot of people think that all you care about is getting to the top, some may even right you off as selfish or mean. But in reality, it’s just that you don’t have time for BS. You people are all about tough love and tell people the truth even if it hurts. I love that about even if others don’t because we look to capricorns for the truth. People find this surprising but Capricorns are actually funny. Their humor is a bit dry, but it tends to be because you’ve gone through so much that you’ve just found a way to get through it by laughing at the situation. Most comedians are Capricorns or have Capricorn energy in them.

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Aquarius

Time period: January 19 – February 18

Element: Air

Symbol: Water-Bearer

Famous Personalities: Oprah Winfrey, Michael Jordan, Franklin D. Roosevelt,  Bob Marley, Ashton Kutcher, & Thomas Edison.

No one wants to help people more than Aquarius sun signs. Known as the humanitarians of the zodiac, you guys genuinely love to help those in need and do service work. Aquarius people care about the environment and love to help people in need. Aquarius are also naturally smart. They just know about so much, even if it’s a bit on multiple subjects. The thing that I noticed about this sign is that these people don’t even try. I mean if Aquarius applied themselves just bit more, they would be Nobel Prize winners. Aquarius, you’re also the sign that connects with everyone, you will talk to anyone about anything (on a detached and not so personal level). Aquarius sun signs tend to ask you so many questions about yourself. The only thing is that they will pause conversation or change it, especially if the conversation turns to something too personal.

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Pisces

Time period: February 18 – March 20

Element: Water

Symbol: Fish

Famous Personalities: Rihanna, Justin Bieber, Albert Einstein, Steve Jobs, George Washington, & Dr. Seuss.

As the wisest sign, you guys are able to feel everything. You can tell when someone is hurting; you’re all natural born healers. These people genuinely care about others. You can always count on a Pisces to make you feel safe and okay after a long day. Pisces are also good listeners, they genuinely care about how you’re feeling. This sign is so good with listening to you express your feelings and they give the best advice. They’re also versatile. As a Pisces, you’re able to just go with it. Pisces can literally be anything in any environment and be good at it. Pisces are able to pick up a new hobby and be good at whatever it is fairly quickly.

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Mayely Vasquez-Vega is a Siena College Class of 2021 alumna. She studied Management during her time at Siena.