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Back in Charleston for its fourth annual Southern Ground Music and Food Festival, the Zac Brown Band once again didn’t disappoint. The two-day extravaganza, held at Blackbaud Stadium, is the perfect combo of good music, great beer and some really awesome food. I attended the Zac Brown Band Southern Ground Music and Food Festival two […]
With thousands of American college kids traveling to Florence yearly to study abroad, it is extremely easy for locals to spot this semester’s “shipment.” And if you are part of that shipment, now is the time to know that Firenze is the Italian name for Florence. While I am the first to declare my patriotism […]
Charleston is arguably the most comprehensive culinary destination in the South. With hundreds of talented chefs eager to show off their work, food and beverage festivals have become a staple of the Charleston culinary culture. Many of Charleston’s great chefs joined in an event Oct. 11 that wasn’t just for showing off, it was also […]
Charleston, S.C., is a web of tiny, one-way streets often clogged with tourists or fellow students. As if that weren’t enough, parking in Charleston is either non-existent or expensive. Bikes offer a solution for the frustrations of navigating downtown streets, and they are a popular choice for locals and students. But riding a bike downtown […]
We need feminism because human rights are women’s rights. And women’s rights are human rights. by Teddi Aaron and Carason Lehmann
This great nation has been plagued by a vicious disease that is taking the social lives away from many hard working Americans. This disease is called hysteria Ebola has been widespread in Africa over the last several months, infecting and killing the lives of thousands. Lucky for us we live in America where a problem […]
College of Charleston’s new men’s basketball coach Earl Grant had a nice debut at Furman Nov. 14, where the Cougars beat the Paladins in a resounding 75-40 season opener. Grant, the former Clemson assistant, is the 23rd head coach in CofC’s history. After a tumultuous 2013-14 season for the Cougars which ended in the dramatic […]
Millennials are often described as uninformed. Many think this generation doesn’t care about current events. But it might not be the Millennials’ fault . . . have you seen the news recently? Alex Housand considers how the abominable news cycle is screwing everyone up for getting trustworthy and useful information. by Alex Housand
Elementary, junior high, high school, college…..now what? With eight months left until graduation, the pressure is on. Seniors at the College of Charleston are preparing for the “real world.” With different interests, talents, goals and passions, what are the options when it comes to life after college? Although graduate school and starting a career right […]
Looking for a good meal and ice-cold beer to catch a game? Then you better head over to Low Down Oven and Bar on James Island’s Folly Road. This family-owned restaurant open just over a year has something everyone can enjoy. Football games, delicious beers, Cornhole, and yummy food are just a few things that […]
Limited budget, minimal access, and a time crunch play a huge role in the college diet, but there are a few hacks that can help you find the meals and snacks that will stimulate your mind and body during some of the best years of your life. We all know the so-called staple of the […]
College of Charleston professors and students would agree that attending class is crucial to a successful academic experience. In downtown Charleston, however, this is easier to say than do after a big rain, according to many CofC students. The College of Charleston is centrally located in downtown Charleston, a city with a long history of flooding. This […]
Best advice before attending a music festival – prepare, prepare, prepare! You absolute cannot prepare, pack, and plan enough for these things, I promise. Even in the middle of December, pack for a hurricane. As a seasoned festival-goer, I have learned a thing or two about doing this well, so read on for my advice. […]
Watching tourists toss their cigarette butts onto the beautiful streets of Charleston used to infuriate me. It took me nearly five years of living here to realize that it’s only half their fault. Charleston’s lack of public ashtrays is hurting the Lowcountry, and people need to know. Here are seven reasons why ashtrays in the Holy […]
Life is at your fingertips when you’re 22. You are old enough to indulge in many of life’s pleasures, free enough to have time, and still young enough to be a little crazy. But what are you going to do? There are many U.S. cities with a host of fun waiting for you, and Charleston is […]
In case you’ve been living under a rock for the last six months, we’ve got a little international terrorism thing brewing. But it’s impossible to figure out what’s going on when we don’t even know what to call the terrorist group. Is it ISIS? Or ISIL? Maybe just IS? Oh, WTF…let’s just figure out […]
Charleston is known for its food and beverage scene, which can drain your pockets quickly. But it doesn’t have to if you know where and when to go. Below is a schedule of happy hours around the Holy City that will take you from Monday to Sunday for all the best deals. Eat, drink and be […]
We all have them. You know, the professors who make you stop and question your sanity. The disorganized mess you see running to class, spilling hot coffee all over his/her wrinkled shirt. The ones who make you share more about your personal life than desired. Yeah that’s right. I can see you laughing. You know it’s true. […]
Being stylish requires keeping up with a lot of trends, knowing where to shop and having a pretty steep bank account. Or does it? It is quite possible to be a fashion star without going broke. I promise. Read on for some outfit ideas plus costs to prove you don’t have to be rich to be a fashion […]
For some people, clothes are merely a societal norm. For others, like myself, they represent a realm of possibilities, and a way to express yourself without using words. I am not embarrassed to say clothes are among my favorite things. Many people have the false presumption that in order to look stylish and trendy, their wardrobes […]
Guess what? Watching Netflix after you graduate is sadly not a full-time career. And since that means getting a real job, it’s important to know how to handle an interview. Otherwise you’re not even going to have a paycheck to watch Netflix when you do have the free time. There is unwritten code of conduct […]
The Food Truck phenomenon has been in full force in the Holy City for a while now, which means there are some great meals to be had on wheels. From the Big Apple down to New Orleans, food trucks have been serving up restaurant-quality meals that will have you talking for days. That’s why Charleston chefs […]
“These will be the fastest four years of your life.” Yep. We’ve heard it before. The process is gradual, but the moment it hits home, it hits home hard. Read about the 9 moments it hits hardest. Welcome to your senior year. – by Grace Newall
Rochester, New York’s tasty claim to fame, The Garbage Plate, recently celebrated its 60th birthday at the concoction’s original location, Nick Tahou Hots. If you have not heard of the messy delicacy, this iconic meal was born when a student came into the shop and ordered a plate with “all the garbage” on it, and […]
About to graduate and worried about how to be a leader in world that’s full of them? Keep reading. Making your mark in the business world is full of challenges, but it’s nothing you can’t prepare for. Follow these 11 tips and you’ll be golden. So here are just a few tips to help you […]
– by Caroline Hubbell: Nearly 70 percent of the public “never or hardly ever” pays attention to the content posted on social networks from the brands they follow, says a recent study from Kentico Software. But there are good – and beneficial – reasons to pay attention to the content from the brands you love. […]
– by Genevieve Dolan College sports fans often plan their weekends around their favorite sports game showing on TV. While most of my friends put time into their favorite football, basketball, or even baseball team, my dedication focuses on something much smoother – college hockey. And as the Stanley Cup finals get into high gear, […]
Unless you’ve been living under a rock you probably know about the Disney movie “Frozen.” It has been breaking records and winning awards ever since it came out last November. Here are just some of the reasons that prove ‘Frozen’ is a power house of movie and why we love it! by Stephanie Benner […]
by Christina Piperato Having the perfect wedding is every bride-to-be’s dream. Aside from having the ever-so-stunning dress and handsome groom, the next most important thing is locating the perfect location for your wedding. Check out 11 of the most charming wedding locations in and around the local Charleston area.
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