Today was the third day of my eco-friendly week; it was almost too easy. By scribbling my daily straw habits down, I noticed a pattern; I don’t use many straws. I just don’t!The only time I utilize the thin plastic cylinders is when I’m at a restaurant...
I knew on days I commuted, this eco-friendly challenge would indeed be a task. Since I blatantly ignore my alarms in the morning, you could bet money I’m running late more often than not. I barely have time to put my shoes on the right feet, let alone...
via GIPHYThere’s so much beauty in the world; we don't need to decorate it with litter.Monday started a self-assigned week of no plastic straws for me. That’s right, no disposable straws. I’m doing this because straws we drink from in restaurants,...
Once upon a time, there were college students wanting to dress like their favorite Disney characters. Pinterest is the goldmine of all inspired outfits, ranging from Disney to your favorite TV show heroines and heroes. With the help of your fairy godmother...
Few foods can rival the taste of some good, old-fashioned barbecue. As delicious as it can be, great barbecue can be difficult to find outside of the southern reaches of the United States. Thankfully, Big Papa’s BBQ, 5811 Forest Hills Road, in Rockford...
The writing center is well equipped to assist a unique student body because of their diverse staff.The writing center is a wonderful on-campus resource for those who need assistance writing. There are boot camps available all throughout the summer for...
It’s a Saturday night and you’re wondering what to watch; you’ve seen “The Office” about 10 times already and you need something new. You scroll through Netflix, mindlessly looking for a new show, but can’t settle on anything. Well, the endless...
Spring cleaning always comes way too fast for your closet; there are tops and dresses you swear you’ll get more use out of but never do. If you’re someone like me, you’ll save everything until your closet is ready to burst like a water balloon....
Point/Counterpoint: Friend zone Friend-zoning occurs when someone wants a romantic relationship, despite their friend wanting a platonic one, according to a 2014 study by Bowling Green State University.Its possible to escape the zoneGodwin ThomasThose...
Many components are used to determine the quality of a film; the screenplay tells the story, the cinematography paints the picture and the editing ties everything together. However, what elevates the film is the musical score. The musical score provides...
