By Marissa Yefsky Needless to say, nobody ever expected COVID-19 to hit as hard as it has. At its beginning, many people hoped this virus would be contained in China, and everyone’s lives outside would not be affected. Every community has felt the impact of this virus as it sweeps the globe. There are places … More Empty Cities Around the World
By Jack Coombs For the last time this semester, I will be sharing a few of my favorite photos from my study abroad experience. This gallery features pictures from Innsbruck, Austria, a city tucked between mountains in the Austrian Alps. Also featured are photos from the historic Rome, Italy, and Vienna, Austria. This is … More GALLERY: Study Abroad Travels in Innsbruck, Rome, Vienna
Dear Readers, The days are getting longer and sunnier, and winter storms are (hopefully) now a thing of the past. With the first official day of spring later this month, we are excited to welcome March to campus with our latest issue! Since this month is known for a certain lucky holiday, a … More Welcome to the March Issue
By Mariah McBride The thought of going on a vacation this spring break probably excites you, but the thought of packing for that trip surely does not. Let’s be honest, packing can be stressful. So here are four tips to make sure that your time spent packing is as stress-free as the trip you … More 4 Tips to Reduce the Stress of Packing
By Yuhan Ma Cancun, Cuba, Puerto Rico – these are always students’ favorite destinations for a spring break trip. But what are some alternate options for those who don’t like to take a several-hour flight or are on a budget? There are, in fact, some great travel destinations in Illinois that a lot of … More Joliet, IL: Where to Go Inside Illinois for Spring Break
By Rachel King It’s a new year, and you know what that means: a chance for a fresh start. Venture into uncharted territory this new year by taking part in events you normally wouldn’t. Watch some cricket, go stargazing, or jam out to live music. Whatever you choose, make sure your 2019 is full … More What to Look Forward to in 2019
By Mea Donnelly Winter break can be a drag. After about a week, hanging out with family is boring, nothing good is on TV, and you’ve already done everything you planned to do. If you have a significant other or even just someone you’re interested in, you’ve probably been racking your brain to come … More Four Road Trips to Take This Winter Break
By Kimberly Ngoh This might just be me, but two years into college I could feel myself falling into an ennui bred of long familiarity with the places and people around me. This is not to say I don’t appreciate the present, though. Every semester meant new faces and opportunities, but at some … More Another Cliché Story of How Study Abroad Changes Your Life
By Riley Corboy Whether you’re studying abroad or just taking a long-awaited trip, there are some unique challenges that come with long-term travel. Staying healthy is a big one. When you’re being swept away in an exciting, foreign land it can be easy to ignore your body’s needs, but this will inevitably lead … More 5 Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling
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