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Sex, pumpkins and chairs: Students share roommate horror stories

By Kaity Walker | August 31, 2011

It's 2 a.m.; everything is quiet and calm. Suddenly, there is a ruckus about in the halls. It gets louder and louder and it's impossible to ignore. Soon enough, everyone on the floor is wide awake.For some, college brings with it a newfound freedom. With...

Prepare for finals with these study tips

By Kaity Walker | May 8, 2011

DeKALB | Finals week is finally here. Since the pressure of studying for exams may seem overwhelming, here are a few tips for making sure you're ready for test day. 1: As tempting as it may be, don't cram everything in the night before. According to the...

Turning trash into treasure at the Convo Center

By Kaity Walker | April 28, 2011

DeKALB | DeKalb residents will make someone’s trash their treasure this weekend.The Convocation Center will host its third annual Convo Colossal Clean Sweep from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.Three years ago, the Convo...