Living spaces: Maximizing space in your dorm
Besides a vehicle over-packed with everything they own, most freshmen tow a whole load of questions with them on move-in day; the fear and excitement of the unexpected crowds their minds with as much...
View ArticleFor C-U’s size, the live music scene is none too shabby
Although Champaign-Urbana isn’t necessarily considered the live music capital of the world, it still maintains a hell of a music scene comparable to the likes of Chicago. Don Gerard, the new mayor of...
View ArticleWhen packing for college, don’t overlook these overlookable items
Clothes, shoes, books and snacks. When packing for college, it’s easy to get so focused on the basics that you forget about the little things you might need once you’re on campus. Plan ahead. Here is a...
View ArticleThe Do’s and Don’ts when packing for dormitory life
Packing is rough for any new student. Sorting through everything you’ve accumulated over the past 18 years and deciding what you need for college is no easy task, especially keeping in mind that you’ll...
View ArticleWith all this freedom, time management is more important now than ever before
Say goodbye to five days a week, seven hours of class a day. When you start out in college, you will be amazed at how much free time you have. There might be days when you only have one class, and...
View ArticleThe greatest sports fan doesn’t have to watch SportsCenter
My good friend, who knows nothing about sports, has no great interest in sports or even knows how to play sports like football is one of the greatest sports fans I know. The reason for this odd...
View ArticleReflecting on how much easier these freshmen will have it
We’re told that we don’t know how good we have it until it’s gone. While this may be true for most moments, the adage’s validity is challenged when that “good” we had becomes even better for future...
View ArticleA note from your president: Students should find ways to get involved
Dear incoming students: I’m delighted to welcome you to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and look forward to seeing you soon on the campus. Last year was my first year at the University...
View ArticleGrab some simple, straightfoward classes to boost your confidence – and GPA
Easy classes freshman year can definitely be confidence boosters. Or they can be lost opportunities. These classes are meant to boost your GPA and give you extra free time to relax or explore the...
View ArticleBefore biking, learn the rules of the road
For new students — especially those without cars or the means to maintain them — bikes are incredibly convenient and cost-effective modes of transportation. When my parents drove me down to campus two...
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