Dear Readers, Happy end of the semester! With final exams wrapping up this week, summer break is even closer than ever. Finishing up the school year, however, also means bidding farewell to the next graduating class. Out of the class of 2018, there is one individual that everyone here at The Spread holds dear. … More Welcome to the May Issue: Staff Senior Feature
By Jane Lee Dear Sarah, My roommate of three years. Time has surely flown by, looking at where we are now… just days away from graduation. Our relationship as roomies quickly became one of my most valuable friendships. During freshman year at FAR, I remember saying hello to each other time to time … More Thank-You Letter to My Roommate
By Jack Coombs As college students, we tend to be night owls. Sleeping in until noon after a 3 a.m. study session, a little too much fun at Kams, or a Netflix binge all seem to contribute to our anti-morning attitude. So, when was the last time you got up and saw the campus … More GALLERY: Dawn and Dusk Across Campus
By Riley Corboy I feel like I’m always stumbling across amazing new channels, and I love sharing them with as many people as possible. So sit back, prop open your laptop, and prepare for some good content! Lindsey Rempalski Credit: @lindseyrem on Instagram Lindsey is … More YouTubers of the Month: May 2018
By Rachel King Worsts 1.) Sharing a room. When you sign up for dorm life, you essentially waive your right to privacy for at least the next year. This seems fun in the beginning but will eventually become nerve-wracking. You’ll never want to share a tiny space ever again. 2.) Limited food … More The Best and Worst Parts of Dorm Life
By Maddy Talbert 1.) A Regular Nighttime Routine One of the best ways to fall asleep quickly is having a set nighttime routine. Going through the same motions and going to sleep at the same time every night trains your body to fall asleep. However, regular bedtimes can be hard to achieve … More Six Ways to Fall Asleep Faster
By Rachel King Mochi (Japan) Mochi is a small rice cake, often filled with red bean paste and dusted with cornstarch. A wide variety of mocha exists, from plain vanilla to adventurous matcha. The tiny cake size allows for convenience in taking bite,s as does the ability to eat them with just … More Global Desserts to Try This Summer
By Elaine Sine Finals. Stress. Writing. Stress. Projects. Stress! Stress! Stress! Nothing beats the end of spring semester like a boatload of stress headed your way, right? Finals are officially underway, and being ravaged by the stress of them should not be how you celebrate your long-awaited summer break. So it’s important to find … More Tips for Relaxation Over the Rest of the Semester
By Maddie Sievers Summer is approaching, and that means hot and muggy weather is, too. One of the best ways to survive the heat is to treat yourself to a delicious cold dessert: ice cream, popsicles, gelato, frozen yogurt… the list goes on and on! If you’re living on campus this summer, there are … More Five Unexpected Summer Treat Spots in Champaign-Urbana
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