By DeNae ThomasAssistant Lifestyles Editor Some people have so much energy and enthusiasm for life that it is hard to imagine when they sleep. Junior Michelle Lydin doesn’t think sleep is as important as taking advantage of all the opportunities available to her. “We are so incredibly blessed,” Lydin said. “I just look around me every day and am overwhelmed with how beautiful … [Read more...] about FaceInTheCrowd: Michelle Lydin
Get Away: Don’t get mad, get everything
What to do when an airline, or anyone, ticks you off. Have a pen and paper ready.By Adam HoldridgeStaff Writer United Airlines and I have a love-hate relationship. I am very surprised that when I call them to make a reservation I don’t hear warning bells going off in the background. Sometimes I wonder if that agent’s smirk when checking-in is because it says in my profile: … [Read more...] about Get Away: Don’t get mad, get everything
Global Gab: War not deterring weekend travel in Europe
By Lindsey BeseckerStaff Correspondent FLORENCE—Lately in the villa, all anyone has been talking about is the potential war with Iraq. A few weeks ago, about 35 of us woke up early to watch President George W. Bush’s State of the Union, which the Chandler family kindly taped for us in the wee hours of the morning. We huddled once again around the television to watch Secretary … [Read more...] about Global Gab: War not deterring weekend travel in Europe
Healthy Habits: Struggling with who you see in the mirror
By the Health Center “For women in this culture, whether they have an eating disorder or not, it is a struggle and an accomplishment to own, accept and respect their body.” -- Dr. Renee Balthrop Writing on the topic of body acceptance issues is difficult. There are these questions of why? Men and women alike struggle with the person they see in the mirror. Unrealistic … [Read more...] about Healthy Habits: Struggling with who you see in the mirror
Money Matters: Taking control of your future
Tips to get in control of your financial future and start a growing savings account.By Nadine BoisnierGuest Writer It’s never too late or too early to start thinking about your financial future. What habits do you want to take with you after graduation? Do you want to feel secure and in control of your money? Before you jump into the work force, it may be beneficial to take a … [Read more...] about Money Matters: Taking control of your future