Dear Readers, We are in month four of five this semester, and I can scarcely believe it. While the past semester crawled by, this one seems to be speeding along quicker than you can say “2021.” It is the time of year when people start losing motivation — if you haven’t already — and do … More Editor’s Note: Free Write
Dear Readers, In a year when the polar vortex returned for a few weeks in almost every part of the country after years of going into hiding, I think I can voice for everyone how exciting it is that March is finally here. With March comes the transition into spring, warmer weather, and the middle … More Editor’s Note: March Madness
By Haniya Ghazi // The weather is finally getting nicer, and all we want to do is enjoy it. Spring is here, so get outside your on-campus quarters and take advantage of it. Keep reading for some ideas on what to do on campus when the weather is warm. Sit out on the Main Quad. … More How to Embrace the Nice Weather on Campus
By Sara Addis // With only six weeks of school left, there is so much more procrastination that can take place. Whether you prefer documentaries, TV shows, or comedy routines, take a look at our list below of the best shows and movies to binge on Netflix right now! ICarly ICarly is a classic Nickelodeon … More The Best Shows and Movies to Binge on Netflix Right Now
By Maddie Hayes // As a second-semester senior, I can speak from firsthand experience that this time of year is always the toughest. The weather is getting nice and summer is right around the corner. It’s easy to let assignments and responsibilities slip through the cracks, but it’s important to finish out the semester strong. … More Ways to Stay Motivated During the Last Month of School
By Haniya Ghazi // With only two more months in the semester and finals approaching, you might not have as much time to cook up some lunch or dinner at your apartment or may want to venture outside of the dining hall food. If this sounds like you, keep reading. Here are a few of … More My Favorite Restaurants on Campus
By Rachel King // Cooking dinner can be a lot of fun, but it can also be a pain. This is especially true when you don’t know what to make or feel like you are in a cooking rut and have been making the same recipes over and over again. We’ve all been there. To … More My Go-To Dinners When I Don’t Know What to Make
By Sara Addis // In accordance with protective measures against COVID-19, the University of Illinois has canceled our spring break. Many students have mentioned that they feel exhausted both mentally and physically without their much-needed off time. Although traveling may not be in the cards, there are still plenty of ways you can catch up … More How to Have the Best Stay-at-Home Spring Break
By Maddie Hayes // After the year we’ve all had, now is the perfect time to bring some fun back into our lives. There are plenty of holidays happening in April that you could easily celebrate now that the weather is getting nicer. Gather outside with your friends or family and celebrate these five fun … More Fun Holidays to Celebrate in April
By Marissa Yefsky // Spring is by far my favorite season of the year, and part of that includes the deep clean I do. Keeping your space clean can be difficult while in college because we’re busy with thousands of other distractions. To help you stay safe and healthy this spring, I have created a … More Spring Cleaning
