Category: Lifestyle

  • How To Deal With Thanksgiving Dinner Drama

    By Kaleigh Werner, Assistant Editor in Chief  You’ve finished the last assignment for the week, lugged yourself and your suitcase back home and the first thing your mom asks before you even get through the door is, “Can you vacuum the living room?” Quite the Thanksgiving break, I know. I don’t know about you, but…

  • A Quick Look At The Evolution of Streetwear and Where We Are Now

    By Kaleigh Werner, Assistant Editor in Chief As we saw from this year’s Met Gala, “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion,” celebrities such as Ella Emhoff, Justin Bieber, Rihanna, etc. paid homage to streetwear style and its culture. For years we have witnessed the anticipation of Off-White’s new drop or Nike’s new Air Max, watching…

  • Parents in Town? Your Guide to a Touristy Weekend in D.C.

    By Mallory McGovern Parents in town this weekend? Here’s a list of all things touristy, within a short walking  or public transport distance from Foggy Bottom! Friday Night It’s Friday, you’re exhausted and your parents who have been traveling to see you probably are too. Coziness, comfort and a delicious meal are key, all of…

  • Why You Should Start Boxing

    By Grace Eberts, Academics EIC A few weeks ago, I took my very first boxing class at Rumble in West End. I had no clue what to expect and absolutely no clue how to punch something. However, after the 45-minute class, I left feeling confident, strong and eager to return.  Boxing is a sport that’s…

  • Small Changes You Can Make to Become More Sustainable

    By Claire Leibowitz, Marketing and Outreach With a global warming alarm at risk of going off as early as 2027, it is important to remember that every small change matters. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, most emissions are caused by electricity and heat production and other large industries which means that individuals…

  • The Science Behind Affirmations

    By Kendal Furman I’m sure we’ve all overheard the catchy lyrics “I am healthy, I am wealthy, I am rich, I am that b***h” circulating around popular social media apps like TikTok and Instagram the past few months. This notorious song—“I am” by Yung Baby Tate, featuring Flo Milli—utilizes something called affirmations, to leave both…

  • NYC Thrifting Guide

    By Kaleigh Werner, Assistant Editor in Chief No longer are the days of going to the eleven-floor Macy’s in Herald Square or the Century 21 on Broadway for the shopping to be done in New York City. Department stores have fallen victim to the monster trend of thrifting in Manhattan. If you haven’t heard, consignment…

  • The Tea about Tea

    By Alexandra Savage November’s finally here, which means fluffy sweaters, pumpkin-scented everything, and mugs of tea on a chilly morning. While tea may appear an uncomplicated drink on the surface, the cluster of leaves represents something much greater. Before you start to boil water for your next adventure into the world of tea, consider reading…

  • Want To Go to the Movies? Here’s What to Watch This Season

    By Marisol Cabrera As the temperature cools and the leaves turn brown, I know my favorite season is just around the corner. No, not Fall. I’m talking about Oscar season, a period in the Fall and Winter where movie studios release films they hope to push for the Academy Awards in March.  Due to the…

  • A Beginner’s Guide to Self Care

    By Claire Leibowitz, Marketing and Outreach Sometimes, it’s hard to know what’s best for your body when you’re being constantly overworked. It’s easy to romanticize not sleeping, not eating enough and agreeing to too many commitments at once, as long as things look successful. From an outside perspective, yes, this seems productive. But in order…