By Ada Li The chances of bumping into a celebrity on a daily basis while attending a university surrounded by miles of cornfields are slim. Luckily, there are RSOs on campus that bring in celebrities, artists, bands and other important people. On October 5, the Illini Union Board brought in their second guest of … More Todrick Hall At UIUC
By: Ada Li A gust of chilly wind blows across the empty Marketplace Mall parking lot. Well, almost empty parking lot. Tents, tables, and the Color Run signs replaced cars in the parking lot. It is 6:00 a.m. in the morning, the temperature is as low as the thirties, and a line of shivering volunteers eagerly … More The Color Run
By Molly Cline What is Dad’s Day weekend? It’s the time to show our dads what it’s like to attend the number one party school in the country! This is a weekend at the University of Illinois for all students to participate in, whether you are a freshman or a senior or are … More Dad’s Day Weekend
By Carmen Castillo We all know that motivating yourself to work out is hard, but it’s even harder to get back into shape after a delicious Thanksgiving break. What you really need is the perfect playlist to get you going. I’m going to tell you the songs that are must-haves for your post-Thanksgiving … More Thanksgiving Workout Playlist
By Mea Donnelly The excitement of becoming a UIUC student grows tremendously the summer before arrival. New stuff, new friends and new opportunities waiting on campus help to fuel this excitement. Students plan to do so well in school that it is unreal- then they get here. It’s much harder to carry out … More An Open Letter to UIUC’s Wi-Fi
By Madison Gillespie You already know that Thanksgiving is the holiday centered on gratefulness. On this day of celebration, there is plenty to be thankful for: family, friends, pets, your significant other and all of Grandma’s secret family recipes that make an appearance just once a year. What you may not know, however, is … More WHAT TO WEAR: Thanksgiving Feast Outfit Ideas
By Madison Gillespie November has officially begun. Hard to believe, isn’t it? The fall semester is not the only thing halfway over. As the crisp October air is subbed out for frosty November breezes and below-average temperatures, the shelf life of over half an Illinois student’s wardrobe expires. Those sundresses, lacy crop … More UIUC Student Fashion: Fall to Winter
By Kelli Walker Along with cool and windy nights, the fall season also brings in new fashion and beauty trends. Now, of course some classic trends will never leave, but that doesn’t mean you can’t put your own twist on the style. This fall, The Spread is here to prepare you with some essentials and tips for the … More Fashion and Beauty Trends for November
By Miranda Dellamaria It’s almost time for the best day of the year: Black Friday, the only holiday where you’ll find soccer moms throwing punches in Target at 4 am. Here are some tips to beat the crowds, get your presents, and successfully navigate Black Friday without ending up in a “Crazy Black Friday … More Black Friday Survival Guide
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