Dear Readers, Happy December from everyone here at The Spread! We wish you the best of luck on your remaining classes, and I hope you have a successful (and hopefully not too stressful) finals week. Enjoy your upcoming winter break, and we cannot wait to bring you more original content in the Spring … More Welcome to the December Issue
Learn more about our featured student this month, Joe Miceli! Watch this video to see how he balances work and school as a student employee. _______________________________________________________________________ Video by Jack Coombs
By Riley Corboy When it comes to gift giving, the old cliché is true: gifts from the heart always beat the ones from a store. Now, anyone with basic Internet access (or who has ever heard the word “Pinterest” discussed in hushed, reverent tones) knows there are a million Do-It-Yourself gift ideas floating around … More 5 DIY Christmas Gift Ideas
By Madison Gillespie This cheerful pink food truck is a familiar sight for University of Illinois students. With its adorable panda logo and a variety of homemade donuts, Pandamonium Doughnuts is a favorite stop for early birds on campus. Usually located outside the Espresso Royale on Goodwin and Oregon, Pandamonium offers a unique … More REVIEW: Pandamonium Doughnuts’ New Storefront
By Melanie Smith As the cold weather creeps in, turtlenecks are by far one of my favorite pieces to wear for the colder season. They are must-haves to include in your wardrobe this winter in order to stay warm and stylish. You can style them up or down, whether you’re going for a more … More Style Guide: Turtlenecks
By Riley Corboy For many of you young hopefuls out there, interview season is winding to a close and offer season is kicking into high gear. If you played your cards right, you might already have been extended an internship offer already. If you’re really lucky, you might even have a few different … More Your Survival Guide to Internship Offer Season
By Indira Midha I’ve had headphones in constantly this past month. I always do, but between lots of work and traveling, this month has been extra musical for my ears. I’ve discovered some new music and found some old gems as well. I hope you enjoy this playlist as much as I do! … More December Music Favorites Playlist
By Kelli Walker Traditions can bring people closer together during the holidays for generations to come – sometimes it becomes the glue of your family or friendships. Here are several ideas on how to create your own holiday traditions that you and your family can all enjoy for years! 1.) Matching Clothes There’s … More How to Create Your Own Holiday Traditions
By Rachel King While Christmas is one of the most anticipated holidays of the year, it is a time of stress for many because it can mean spending lots of money on loved ones. Granted, this spending is worth it for the happiness experienced by your family and friends – but that doesn’t mean … More 20 Simple Gifts Under $20
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