WATCH: Let’s Go Shopping on Campus!
September 29, 2016
Here are some tips for shopping fashionably and affordably at UIUC! __________ Video by Demi Ramirez
Month: September 2016
Student Snapshots: Illini Football Fans
September 29, 2016
By Rachel Tison Naranyan Murukurthy and Kenny Sanchez are transfer students to the U of I. They both have a season pass and are super pumped for the rest of the season. Although not official members of the Orange Krush, they show just as much spirit and excitement and are right along with them. __________ … More Student Snapshots: Illini Football Fans
Profile: Dee Brown
September 29, 2016
By Molly Cline Basketball fans may know Dee Brown from his career as a collegiate basketball player at the University of Illinois from 2002-2006. Most notable was the 2004-05 Illinois basketball season, where Brown was dubbed the “One-Man Fast Break.” Throughout that season, Brown and his teammates went 37-2, becoming the team with … More Profile: Dee Brown
A Freshman’s Guide to College
September 29, 2016
By Ada Li As I enter my last year of college as a senior, I wish there was someone to give me a guide to college. Now I realize how stupid that sounds, because you don’t need one. The word “guide” sounds official, like you need to completely follow it in order to say … More A Freshman’s Guide to College
The Dos and Don’ts of Barn Dances
September 29, 2016
By Mea Donnelly The greatest part of fall is pumpkin spice everything, right? Wrong. It happens to be barn dances. If you aren’t familiar, barn dances are when an organization rents out a barn, all of its members get dates, and everyone dances to country music and has a really good time. You … More The Dos and Don’ts of Barn Dances
Couples Halloween Costumes: Scary Cute!
September 29, 2016
By Kelli C. Walker Here are a bunch of costume ideas for you and your significant other this Halloween. Marvel audition, anyone? If you are a fan of superhero movies, then why not feel empowered and dress up as your favorite hero (or villain) – and what better sidekick than your loving partner? You never … More Couples Halloween Costumes: Scary Cute!
Inside Look: 8F Ice Cream and Crepe
September 29, 2016
By Brian Bauer 8F Ice Cream & Crepe is a newly-opened dessert shop on Green St. Their menu focuses on sweets like crepes, ice cream and smoothies, but includes savory, meat-filled crepes. All are made in a Thai tradition and present a unique take on popular treats. … More Inside Look: 8F Ice Cream and Crepe
Tips for Surviving Midterms
September 29, 2016
By Kelli C. Walker As October approaches, you’ll quickly realize that midterm exams aren’t far behind. It’s easy to forget when you’re out having fun on Halloween and Homecoming, but The Spread is here to offer you helpful tips that will leave you stress-free the week of your midterms. Re-Take Notes and … More Tips for Surviving Midterms
Lessons Learned From Auntie Anne’s
September 29, 2016
By Jane Lee Dear Auntie Anne, Thank you for bringing ‘home’ to us here at UIUC. I remember the childhood memories where I’d go to the mall, smell the buttery dough of pretzels and cheese, and stop to eat a mid-slump snack before more shopping continued. Auntie Anne’s, your pretzels were and are … More Lessons Learned From Auntie Anne’s
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