Dear Readers, It has been a very chilly few weeks, but that won’t stop us from coming out of hibernation for our first full-length issue of the semester! The Spread is ready to help you beat those winter blues, with entertaining and heartfelt topics to bring some light into these icy, overcast days. (Fingers … More Welcome to the February Issue
By Yuhan Ma As a sugarholic, I am always exploring for nice bakeries around Chambana. No matter how many stores I’ve tried, Hopscotch is my all-time love that I can never say no to. One of the reasons why I think running a bakery is a fascinating job is because it not only sells … More Small Business Spotlight: Hopscotch Bakery + Market
By Indira Midha As college students, we’re always really busy. Between classes, extracurricular activities, a social life, and doing things to be a semi-organized adult – it’s a lot to manage. In the midst of the busyness, it’s really easy to forget the importance of taking care of ourselves. Here are some tips for … More Fitting Self-Care Into A Busy Schedule
By Rachel King You don’t need a hot air balloon or skywriting to give your partner the best Valentine’s Day ever (although that would be pretty cool). For a relatively easy way to surprise and impress your significant other, try baking them a decadent chocolate dessert from scratch. It will show that you care … More Decadent Chocolate Desserts to Woo Your Significant Other
By Madison Gillespie Being organized is an extremely valuable life skill, one that becomes relevant during college. Living in a pint-sized dorm is a reality all UIUC students must face freshman year, and even those who move into apartments later on stil must acclimate to a smaller-than-average space. Adopting organization techniques now will help … More Simple Ways to Reorganize Your Space
By Riley Corboy Networking. For some, the word brings to mind images so intensely negative that just reading it is enough to start sweating. However, it is a necessary evil in the professional world that is never going to go away, whether you just started job hunting or are years deep into your career. … More 5 Tips to Network Like a Pro
By Dave Soto In a decision that was bound to stir controversy, Black Panther has become the first superhero film to receive an Academy nod for Best Picture. Going against other boundary pushing works such as Roma and BlacKkKlansmen, Black Panther’s nomination brings a few interesting implications for the future of the Academy and … More The Case For Black Panther’s Best Picture Nomination
By Emily Tao 1. Music Nothing sets the mood better than playing some of you and your date’s favorite music as you have a relaxing Valentine’s Day night in. As the night winds down, play slow songs to relax or and upbeat songs to dance with each other! 2. Movie Night Throw on a … More Creating the Perfect Atmosphere for a Valentine’s Day Night In
By Jack Coombs This semester, I’m studying abroad in Vienna, Austria. The program I am in takes students to a ski resort in the Alps called Saalbach-Hinterglemm for the first week of being in Europe. I have been skiing and snowboarding since I was a little kid, and have been lucky enough to check … More GALLERY: Ski Week in Saalbach-Hinterglemm
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