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Changing Your Major: Questions You Should Ask Before You Decide
Whether you’re feeling isolated in a male-dominated major or doubting whether your lifelong career dream is still your dream, changing your major in college can seem like a fix to all your problems. Maybe the first one you picked was a mistake, or someone pressured you into it. Maybe you’ve been at it for two years and you’re starting to have a few doubts, but you don’t want to waste your hard work. Regardless of how you’re feeling, college is tough.
How To Rewear Summer Clothes In The Fall, According To Style Experts
As much as I love summer vacation (or the summer internship grind), autumn is almost here. As the leaves change and PSLs pop up on the Starbucks menu, it can be tempting to take “sweater weather” literally. But just because temperatures are dropping, it doesn’t mean you have to drop your summer clothes, too.
Devices down, brushes up: At this paint and sip business, tech blends into the background
You don’t need a sommelier to endorse pairing wine with art—the success of the paint and sip industry is confirmation enough. But while the concept of holding a paintbrush in one hand and a drink in the other seems like a no-brainer today, it was almost unheard of back in 2007, when Painting with a Twist founders Cathy Deano and Renee Maloney held their first paint-and-sip event.
John’s Crazy Socks spreads joy, shows power of hiring people with disabilities
The company recently gave employees business cards and an email address through Microsoft Office 365, the first time many of them had ever had an email account. Along with Surface Pro devices, the cloud-based technology has helped John’s Crazy Socks manage its growing business and communicate directly with staff – and not just with their parents and guardians. “We wanted people to feel like professionals,” says Mark Cronin. “What other people may take for granted, our folks were ecstatic.
Taking the Nasdaq MarketSite experience to the next level with a move to the cloud
For nearly two decades, the dramatic Nasdaq video tower has illuminated Times Square in New York City with 19 million LEDs and seven stories of multimedia screens. The billboard is both an iconic landmark and a celebrated medium for live broadcasts, vibrant ads and real-time market information during major events for Nasdaq-listed companies.
CAE’s training simulators make us safer – from the hospitals to the heavens | Transform
The birth was seconds away. The mother rested on her back while a medical student sat at the foot of the bed, blue surgical gloves on her hands – a scene common to delivery rooms everywhere. Except the mom was a manikin, her fetus was a manikin and the student wore Microsoft HoloLens. Using the device, the student looked at the mother’s abdomen and saw a hologram of the fetus inside the womb before it rotated and descended the birth canal. Then, her mixed-reality training session got tricky.
Work Reworked: Tech helps Land O’Lakes take the guesswork out of farming
You may know Land O’Lakes Inc. as an agribusiness and food company that produces the famous Land O Lakes butter. But the global, Minnesota-based cooperative is also a leading technology company that makes innovative tools for farmers to maximize yield and profit. Land O’Lakes’ R7 Tool by WinField, a comprehensive precision farming solution, pulls satellite images, biomass metrics and geolocated, agronomic data into an algorithm that gives farmers valuable insights.
Chevron’s connected machines are telling a story about saving time and money
Deep within a Chevron fuel refinery, one key machine is now talking – and revealing secrets about its own health. That chatty piece of equipment, called a heat exchanger, removes the heat from fluids flowing through it as part of the plant’s fuel processing.
7 Signs You're Just Not Ready to Start Dating Again
Once you're past the initial stages of a breakup—the crying, the Ben & Jerry's, the sad songs on repeat—there comes a point when you wonder what's next. How do you know when you're ready to start dating again? You don't want to hold yourself back, but you don't want to use someone as a rebound either. Obviously breakups (and recovery time) vary based on the relationship, which means there's no hard and fast rule for when to enter a new one.
These Self Care Tips Can Help You Ace Your Finals-Here's How
Feeling stressed out is, unfortunately, pretty much a given for most college students—especially towards the end of the quarter, when all those final projects, final exams, and due dates start piling up. However, stress can negatively affect your learning, so it's important to find ways to decompress and relax even when you're freaking out about how much material you're supposed to memorize.
4 HBO Heroines That Are Inspiring AF
As college students, we all love a good binge-watching session—and we all know that HBO series are the most addicting of all. From the dystopian to the suspenseful to hilarious, the variety of HBO shows means everyone can find a new favorite tv show. Whether you host a weekly hangout with friends to watch the latest Game of Thrones episode or unwind after a long week by rewatching Girls. But the best part? HBO has been killing the game with the strong female leads in its shows.
8 Essentials Every Girl Needs To Survive Fall Quarter
While fall brings pumpkin spice lattes, changing leaves, and the return of our beloved football gamedays, it also signals the start of school and all that entails. With extracurriculars, leadership roles, your courseload, and trying to maintain a social life, managing fall quarter—let alone the year—can feel a little overwhelming. Lucky for you, we've got a few must-haves that will make this autumn a breeze.
You Need To Follow These PNW Instagram Accounts Immediately
One of Seattle's greatest attributes is its prime location in one of America's prettiest regions—The Pacific Northwest. We pretty much have it all: volcanoes, rainforests, mountain ranges, lakes, the ocean...you name it. These 15 Instagrammers' photography makes the upper left USA look even more beautiful than usual, so check out these accounts (and follow them ASAP).
Campus Conversations: Keertana Sureshbabu
Where are you from? What are some of your favorite things about Seattle? I love how all the different neighborhoods have very different personalities to them. I love Seattle’s big push to be an environmentally friendly city. Any advice for currently homesick freshmen? It’s okay to call home and tell your parents you miss them :). Call them often, they miss you too! What’s your major and why? Psychology. I’m very passionate about mental health and destigmatizing it so I got interested in psychology.
Campus Conversations: Mackenzie McDonald
Where are you from? Has there been any culture shock moving to Seattle? Certainly. At first it was a little difficult to differentiate what was different about Seattle and what was just new about college life. The Seattle Freeze is definitely real, but I don’t necessarily think it’s a bad thing. It’s not as if people are mean or unfriendly, rather no one cares for superficial relationships. Not so much a “freeze” as a mutual hatred for small talk and shallow friendships.
8 Ways To Wear Your Favorite Summer Pieces This Fall
As much as we love summer vacation (or the summer internship grind), autumn is almost here. As the leaves change and PSLs pop up on the Starbucks menu, it can be tempting to take “sweater weather” literally. But just because temperatures are dropping, it doesn’t mean you have to drop your summer clothes, too. (Well, your avocado swimsuit might have to go.) Plus, more outfit options means you can push back laundry day (the chore we all love to hate).
13 Facts About Riverdale's KJ Apa That'll Make You Love Him Even More
KJ Apa stole our hearts the second he appeared as Archie Andrews on Riverdale. America instantly fell in love with his humor, charm and—let's be honest—his ridiculous washboard abs. At only 20 years old, he's actually convincing as a high school character and has been one of the breakout stars of the series.
Quiz: Go Back to School Shopping & We'll Tell You Whether You're More Blair or Serena
Although we won’t be headed to the Upper East Side’s Constance Billard School for Girls this fall, that doesn’t mean our favorite TV friendship won’t influence our back to school style! Whether you’ve always loved Blair’s fashion or dreamed of having Serena’s effortless beach waves, we’ll tell you once and for all which Gossip Girl BFF is your true style soul mate based on your school supplies. Are you more Queen B or Queen S?
9 Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Change Your Major
Whether you’re feeling isolated in a male-dominated major or doubting whether your lifelong dream is still your dream, switching your major can seem like a fix to all your problems. Maybe the first one you picked was a mistake, or someone pressured you into it. Maybe you’ve been at it for two years and you’re starting to have a few doubts, but you don’t want to waste your hard work. How can you know you’re making the right decision this time around?
Fashion Icon Betsey Johnson Is Turning 75 & She's As Fabulous As Ever
Betsey Johnson recently celebrated 50 years in fashion, and now has another milestone coming up: her 75th birthday. Though some might expect her to retire, Betsey shows no signs of slowing down—not surprising, since she's never been one to follow the herd.
9 Reasons To Consider Becoming a TA
Over your four years at college, you'll run into your fair share of teaching assistants (TAs). But has it ever crossed your mind that you could be one too? After all, that hot guy supervising your bio lab or the girl leading your econ quiz section with a killer PowerPoint presentation is a student just like you. But if going from behind your desk to the front of the classroom seems intimidating, don’t worry. We’ve got the inside scoop—and nine reasons becoming a TA might be a great choice for you.
Google Just Fired the Guy Who Wrote That 'Anti-Diversity Manifesto'
The internet rallied in outrage last Friday when news spread that a 10-page anti-diversity manifesto had circulated internally at Google. Titled "Google's Ideological Echo Chamber," the memo's author criticized the company for being intolerant of conservative employees, decried affirmative action hiring policies and claimed that the tech industry's gender gap is due to biology, not sexism. Though that author's identity was a mystery then, it's not anymore.
Smoke from Canadian Wildfires Is Making Seattle Look Dystopian AF
When you think of Seattle, what probably comes to mind is the Space Needle or neverending rain—not a low-lying grayish haze and a glowing red sun. (Blood orange sun?) But thanks to wildfires raging in British Columbia and, as of Tuesday, Seattle's longest ever dry spell, the city is pretty unrecognizable. There was even an excessive heat warning since cold, rainy Seattle hasn't dipped below 80 degrees in almost two weeks.
These 9 Backpack Trends Will Be Everywhere This Fall
For collegiettes, a backpack is a mandatory accessory—so why not make it chic? Instead of toting around the same old canvas knapsack you've had since high school, try one of this season's hottest styles that you'll love long past fall semester. Polyvore analyzed its user search history to determine this season's most anticipated backpacks, and we've got the results! Since these fashion trends are backed up with hard data, you know for a fact that these styles will be ones to rock on campus.
You Can Look & Feel Like Wonder Woman With This New Fantasy Lingerie Collection
While we all know a nude bra is a girl's best friend, sometimes the situation calls for something a little more daring. Yandy, known for their Disney Princess collection that sold out almost instantly this spring, has just released a new "fantasy lingerie" set that pay homage to some of pop culture's most iconic female characters. Their new lingerie isn't just beautiful—it can even make you feel more empowered, thanks to the strong women who inspired the looks. For example...
Chris Pratt & Anna Faris Have Announced They're Separating & The World Is Heartbroken
Chris Pratt and Anna Faris seemed like the perfect couple, from their super sweet proposal story to the crazy way they met. The two grew up 20 minutes away from each other in Washington but didn't meet until they were costars in Take Me Home Tonight decades later. Their connection was instant, according to Chris. "It was like magnets," he told ELLE, even though Anna was married to someone else at the time.
Bachelor in Paradise's Evan Bass & Carly Waddell Are Expecting Their First Child
Whether you reserve Monday nights for Bachelor viewing parties, roll your eyes at the cheesy date cards, or are actively rooting against your least favorite Bachelor pairings, there's no denying that some contestants seem to have actually found happiness through the franchise. Carly Waddell and Evan Bass, who got married after meeting on Season 3 of Bachelor in Paradise, are one such example.
17 Things You Didn't Know About Dove Cameron
Hollywood darling Dove Cameron launched her acting career as a teen with a challenge few actors dream of: playing two characters at once. After being cast as twin sisters on the Disney sitcom Liv and Maddie, Dove went on to star in Disney Channel Original Movies and live musicals, and she's teased her own music. That's just the beginning of her resume, and she's only 21. So if you don't know Dove's name yet, you will soon. I can't wait to see where she goes next.
The First Photos of Lauren Conrad's Baby Are Here & He's Even Cuter Than You Imagined
Let's be real—Lauren Conrad's journey to motherhood has been nothing short of #goals. From the sweet way she shared the news of her pregnancy, to her baby bump debut, to the charming gender reveal, to the cross-stitched birth announcement, every step has been picture perfect. Now we've finally got pictures of the super cute Liam James Tell, thanks to PEOPLE, and Lauren is sharing a few behind-the-scenes details. “I always hoped I would have a boy,” she revealed to PEOPLE. “Boys are so fun.
How 'Moana' Star Auli'i Cravalho Handles Fame & Finds Her Fashion Inspiration
After starring as the title character in Disney's Moana last year, Auli'i Cravalho has become a household name and the youngest actress to ever voice a Disney heroine. She was cast as Moana when she was just 14, at 16 performed "How Far I'll Go" at the 2017 Oscars with Lin-Manuel Miranda, and she's still just getting started.
15 Things You Need to Know About Tom Holland
British actor Tom Holland swung his way into theaters—and our hearts—with the release of Spider-Man: Homecoming earlier this summer. His comedic timing, swoon-worthy accent and acrobatic stunts have charmed moviegoers across the globe, and the film has made almost $600 million worldwide. Though this is hardly the start of his acting career, the 21-year-old has flown under the radar until now, and everyone wants to know more.
Removable Ear Cuffs Are The Commitment-Free Jewelry Trend You Need To Try
Of all the style and beauty choices you make daily, piercing is one of the most personal decisions and comes with a million factors. Some people have a low pain threshold or hate needles, and others are chronic sufferers of buyer's remorse when it comes to a t-shirt, much less a hole in your body. If you're in a more conservative industry like finance, piercings might be frowned upon in the workplace or even hurt your chances of landing that dream internship.
The New GOP Health Care Bill Failed to Pass the Senate...Again
Tuesday night was a big night for the Trump administration's attempt at health care reform, with yet another version of the Better Care Reconciliation Act (aka the Republicans' new health care bill) up for a Senate vote after months of debate (and other failed votes). Republican Senator John McCain, who was diagnosed with brain cancer last week, traveled 2,300 miles from Arizona to participate in the Senate vote just nine days after he'd undergone surgery.
Trump Tweeted that Transgender People Are No Longer Allowed to Serve in the U.S. Military
Both the Pentagon and Republican Senator John McCain have issued statements to clarify President Trump's tweets on Wednesday morning. Chief Pentagon spokeswoman Dana White explained that this is not a blanket ban, but that the Pentagon will "defer accessing transgender applicants into the military until Jan.
Michael Phelps Didn't Race an Actual Great White Shark, & Twitter Was Furious
From 30 Rock's advice to "live every week like it's Shark Week" to a shout-out in Macklemore's hit single "Can't Hold Us," Discovery Channel's annual Shark Week is basically an American institution at this point. After 29 years on the air (it's the longest-running cable TV programming event ever!), it's hard to imagine how the network could keep it fresh and exciting—but their announcement that Michael Phelps would race a great white shark on a TV special dubbed "Phelps vs. Shark" did just that.
7 Signs You're Just Not Ready to Start Dating Again
Once you're past the initial stages of a breakup—the crying, the Ben & Jerry's, the sad songs on repeat—there comes a point when you wonder what's next. How do you know when you're ready to start dating again? You don't want to hold yourself back, but you don't want to use someone as a rebound either. Obviously breakups (and recovery time) vary based on the relationship, which means there's no hard and fast rule for when to enter a new one.
BoxLunch's Collaboration with Nickelodeon Will Give You All The '90s Feels
BoxLunch just launched their collaboration with Nickelodeon and the nostalgia is SO real. This new collection is bringing back the '90s with the beloved cartoon characters that we all know and love from our childhood. Their super-soft tees, pet products and fun novelty items incorporate classic cartoons like The Fairly OddParents, Aaahh! Real Monsters, Rocko's Modern Life and, of course, Rugrats.
Sean Spicer Just Quit His Job As White House Press Secretary-Here's What You Need To Know
Sean Spicer handed in his resignation as White House Press Secretary on Friday morning, furious that Trump had appointed New York hedge fund manager Anthony Scaramucci as his new Communications Director. Since the departure of former Communications Director Mike Dubke, Spicer had taken over some of his duties, but is now less than thrilled to hand them over to Scaramucci.
These 'Gilmore Girls' Stars Accidentally Reunited While on Vacation, & I Am Loving It
After binge-watching the Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life revival last Thanksgiving, it seemed like we might never see the cast reunited again. Luckily for us, a crazy coincidence brought former costars Melissa McCarthy, who played Sookie St. James, and Yanic Truesdale, who played Michel Gerard, back together on Tuesday. The selfie they took to commemorate the occasion is SO adorable.
Quiz: Tell Us Your Pop's Order & We'll Tell You How You'd Die on 'Riverdale'
The plot twists of Riverdale have practically given us whiplash, but the show does have two constants: mysterious deaths and Archie and his crew's hangouts at Pop's. I'm not saying the two are connected, but a girl's gotta eat, and if you live in Riverdale, your life is in jeopardy anyway. Why not enjoy your last days in a booth at Pop's—and maybe get a preview of your demise while you're at it?
Bodies of a Couple Missing for 75 Years Might Have Been Discovered in a Melting Glacier
In a twist worthy of a movie, the bodies of a long-lost couple have been found in a melting glacier in the Swiss Alps. Though DNA testing will be needed to confirm their identities, the identification papers found with the bodies names them as Marcelin and Francine Dumoulin, who went missing 75 years ago. On August 15, 1942, the couple left home to milk their cows in a nearby valley and were never seen again, leaving behind seven children.
Harry Styles Just Confirmed That He Has Four Nipples
Harry Styles has been on an extensive press tour to promote his acting debut in the movie Dunkirk (you might have seen him on the red carpet hanging out with Prince Harry!). Not only can we look forward to seeing the "Sign of the Times" singer on the silver screen, but we can also get excited because Harry dropped a bombshell in his latest interview.
A Man Got Trapped Inside an ATM & Slipped SOS Notes Through the Receipt Slot
People using an ATM in Corpus Christi, Texas, last Wednesday got a surprise along with their cash: a scribbled "help me" note pushed through the receipt slot. "Please help," read the note. "I'm stuck in here and I don't have my phone. Please call my boss at 210-***-****." Most thought it was a prank, but after one concerned user flagged down a police officer, they discovered a man had been trapped inside the ATM for hours.
Two Fraternity Brothers Got Married & Their Love Story Is Amazing
While fraternities are known for their tight brotherly bonds, two Delta Phi Upsilon members turned that bromance into romance and have never looked back. On April 15, the 10-year anniversary of their first date, Adrian Homer and Harrison Guy tied the knot in Houston in a joyous, colorful and oh-so-chic ceremony.
R. Kelly Is Being Accused of Holding Women Against Their Will in a 'Cult'
With hits such as “I Believe I Can Fly” and “Ignition,” R. Kelly is without a doubt a successful R&B artist, with the awards and platinum records to prove it. He's even been described by The New York Times as the “modern day Prince.” However, outside of the studio, Kelly has drawn criticism and controversy, especially after he married his 15-year-old protégé Aaliyah in 1994 with a falsified wedding certificate.
President Trump Is Standing by His Son During Russian Email Scandal
It's becoming clearer and clearer that the Russian government was involved in the 2016 presidential election. What remains unclear is the extent of their contact with the Trump administration and what the consequences for any potential collusion might be.
People Are Pissed At Kim Kardashian Because Of North West's Latest Outfit
Kim Kardashian and North West are known as one of Hollywood's best-dressed mother-daughter duos, but it seems like North's recent style has landed her mom in hot water—and Kim is having none of it. The five-year-old was spotted in NYC wearing a silky orange dress with what looked like an embroidered corset. Twitter was up in arms over the paparazzi shots, and Life & Style Magazine even claimed Kim Kardashian had designed the garment herself.
Glossier Will Soon Be Available Internationally...Kind Of
Despite the oh-so-chic French name, Glossier has always been an American company through and through. After all, you could only buy its cult-favorite products in the US—until now. To the relief and excitement of its international fanbase, Glossier has just made the life-changing announcement that it will be expanding its borders.
This Powerful Slam Poem Calls Out Beauty Standards In India & Around The World
You've probably heard or read the words of 18-year-old Aranya Johar already, even if you don't recognize her name—after all, her slam poem "A Brown Girl's Guide To Gender" went viral this March. (If you haven't seen the original video, chances are you've seen a gif or two of her performance on Tumblr.) In her latest poem, called "A Brown Girl's Guide To Beauty," she takes on "unfair" beauty standards: everything from the pressure boys feel to be muscular to the discrimination against darker skin.
An Avocado Swimsuit Finally Exists
Say what you will about millennials' avocado obsession, I think the hype around the small green fruit is well-deserved. From avocado lattes to avocado toast that's so expensive it might keep us from ever buying real estate, anything avocado is solid gold in my book (and on Instagram). And if you're as into them as I am—good news! As Teen Vogue reports, embracing your true love of avocados on the beach just got a little easier with this brand new swimsuit from BelovedShirts.
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