Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor This year is a leap year, which means there’s an extra day tacked onto the end of February, subsequently pushing forward the rest of the months to follow by a day. For those who don’t know, this happens every four years, and, if they...
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Buying made morally easy
Sage Kiernan-Sherrow | News Editor Although thrift shopping is still the most sustainable and ethical way to shop, many people prefer shopping online or find the concept of purchasing previously-worn clothes dismal. However, researching brands and online clothing...
What to think about before adopting a pet
Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor Pets are great companions to have; they can give relief when someone’s day was stressful, or just provide company when someone is alone. While pets can be a wonderful addition to life, it’s important to remember that they need to be...
Apps to make your college experience easier
Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor In today’s day and age, most of everything can be easily accessed through our phones. Like most of society, I like to make my life easier by having an app on my phone when I need it and don’t have my laptop. Here’s some apps for...
Tutoring made accessible for Western students
Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor Everyone has varying skill levels when it comes to different classes; some students are amazing at math but struggle with science, or soar when it comes to writing but maybe fall short with chemistry. Luckily for students here at...
Valentines day, single, ways to spend Valentine’s day when you’re single
Svetlana Goloviznina | Freelancer It doesn’t matter whether someone is single or is on the asexual or aromantic spectrum and is tired of the Valentine’s Day shenanigans — there is always a way to make a day like Valentine’s Day better. Go see a movie While it...
Homemade chocolates to make for that special someone
Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor Candy and sweets are found in abundance in stores during the week of Valentine’s Day. As an alternative to buying something sweet, try making something homemade for someone significant, a meaningful group of people or yourself. ...
Simple DIY valentines that anyone can make
Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor Making a valentine is a cute, old school way of symbolizing appreciation, admiration and adoration for another person — not to mention, it’s easy and cheap to do. For anyone looking to do something simple for Valentine’s Day, try...
Bouquets and flowers with meaning for your loved ones
Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor Flowers are a common way to convey love or appreciation on Valentine’s Day, whether it’s for a significant other, a friend or guardian. The most common flowers to use are roses, however, there are other flower options out there for...
Sweet heart cookies to try baking this Valentine’s day
Rylie Horrall | Lifestyle Editor Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so why not take the opportunity to try out some fun Valentine’s desserts? An easy one to try is cookies — dive into this recipe to make something sweet for that special someone in mind....