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UConn Approves Environmental Literacy Gen-Ed Requirement
Over the past few years, various UConn organizations have been working toward convincing UConn officials to include an environmental literacy class as a general education requirement for graduation. On February 5th, the University Senate approved this motion and will continue to plan for long term considerations. This proposal was originally formulated in 2016 by members from various environmental and public service groups on campus.
5 Ways to be Productive on a Snow Day
If you’re anything like me, you can tend to use a snow day as an excuse to be lazy and spend the whole day lying in bed. However, as college students, we must fight the urge to lounge around and instead do something productive. Here are five ways to stay on top of things once a snow day arrives: Waking up at a decent time is essential to being productive. This means fighting the urge to go in and out of sleep until it's one in the afternoon.
How to Stay on Top of Your Game this Semester
We’ve only been on campus for a week, and the spring semester is already in full swing. If you’re anything like me, that includes feeling the urge to cry over the never-ending stress of looming due dates and exams. Never fear, collegiettes! I’ve made a list of tips that will take some stress away and help you feel like you're on top of your game! ?During syllabus week, professors and TAs usually give a heads up about major assignments that are going to account for pretty much 99.9% of your grade.
Our Most Memorable Compliments Received in 2017
A year containing fake news, the break-up of Christ Pratt and Anna Faris, and the shutdown of Vine- 2017 sure did know how to kick you when you were down. With the New Year just around the corner, there is no better time for reflection, and I cannot help but think that maybe this year brought some good after all.
Best Holiday Movies Ranked
From great casting in Tom Hanks to unique animation style and feel-good story line, it is hard to go wrong with this 2004 modern holiday classic. Watching it takes you back to understanding the great feeling of joy that comes with believing and hoping- in Christmas- or in anything. Yet another modern Christmas classic that is both heart warming and funny, 'Elf' is sure to catch your attention any time it's on and will help you see there is a little bit of Buddy the Elf in all of us.
Marching for Action Against Bigotry
Just in case you haven’t seen the news recently (or been on UConn’s Facebook page, or spoken to any of your friends…), the College Republicans club invited Lucian Wintrich, a known right-wing blogger who started the #TwinksForTrump hashtag, to campus on Tuesday to give a talk titled “It’s OK to be White.” I’ll give you a minute to collect yourself from seeing that. So, students filled the audience to protest and to prevent conservatives from attending.
#MisMedidasSon Protest Held at Miss Peru Pageant
This past Sunday, the candidates for beauty pageant Miss Peru used their platform to protest against femicide- the killing of a woman or girl, by a man, because of her gender. When asked about their body measurements, they decided to answer with statistics about violence against women in Peru. While answering these questions, images of women who had been brutalized where shown on a screen. Later in the pageant, they were asked how would the change the legal code to better protect women.
An Open Letter to EVERYONE about Puerto Rico
You are strong, you are loved, and you will survive. Be smart and safe. Please remember that people care, even if Donald Trump does not. The island will revive and become a better island than it ever was. I have never been to Puerto Rico despite being 100% Puerto Rican, but I know it hurts to see everyone you love hurting and not being able to help them in the way you would like.
5 Ways to Keep Yourself Motivated Throughout the Day
No matter where we are throughout the day, it seems like we always have a screen in front of us. Why not let those screens be little inspirations to keep you motivated? I decided to go all out and make my computer, phone and Apple watch backgrounds all something inspirational. It’s as simple as googling “inspirational wallpapers” and you’ll find a ton! I honestly could not live without my planner.
5 Things I Learned After Trying Demi Lovato's Workout Routine
As a workout-aholic I am constantly figuring out ways to spice up my workout routine. One way that I have tried to do this is by looking at what some of my favorite celebrities are doing. We all know tons of celebrities that are known for their amazing bodies, and Demi Lovato is no exception. I recently came across her workout routine for when she is on tour, and instantly felt the need to try it.
Hispanic Heritage Month Spotlight: Meet Omaniel Ortiz
Tell me about yourself: I am from Hartford, Connecticut but was born in Springfield, Massachusetts. I come from a very low income family. On campus I am very involved at PR/LACC, which stands for Puerto Rican/Latin American Cultural Center. I am also a Resident Assistant (RA) at UConn. I am proud to have graduated Salutatorian at my high school. I consider myself to be very outgoing and I enjoy fitness.
How To Survive Without Game of Thrones
In case you’ve been living under a rock (or without an HBO subscription) for the last few months, you might be aware that the hit television series Game of Thrones has recently finished airing its record breaking seventh season. If it seems like this season was even shorter...you’re not wrong. Season seven had a total of only seven episodes, with it’s final season rumored to have only six episodes. Please excuse me while I cry….
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