11 (totally you) charming places to get hitched in Chucktown

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.

In defense of the communication degree

  Every communication major has received the snarky “What are you going to do with that?” question once, twice, or too many times to count during his/her college career. Critics – or more likely business majors – claim it’s too easy to be taken seriously. I beg to differ…and here’s why. by Camilla States  

6 things to know before you juice

by Taylor Sasser Juicing has become a huge craze – and for good reason – but it’s not for the uninitiated. Before you buy all those veggies and clear out the fridge, here are a few things to keep in mind before jumping in. See story here.

Legislature threat to cut CofC funding over ‘Fun Home’ not ‘fun-ny’ to campus

– by Anne Marie Martin The College Reads! Program at the College of Charleston has come under attack recently by the state government for assigning “Fun Home,” a gay-themed book, to freshmen.  But students and faculty will have none of those threats.   The Student Government Association is fighting back after the State Legislature threatened […]

CougarBuzz Around Campus: What CofC students really think of a merger

Two South Carolina lawmakers, Reps. Jim Merrill and Leon Stavrinakis, want to bring the College of Charleston and the Medical University of South Carolina together as a single university in “response to business demands in the Lowcountry to create a workforce to match our growing economy.” Even though the decision has been pushed back another […]

15 things to know before going abroad

– by Hannah Charney Europe is just across the pond, and while it may seem like their way of life is pretty similar to ours, there are a lot of differences you should know about before making the trip. Four College of Charleston students studying in France and Italy weigh in to provide you with these […]

Charleston No. 1? Not for everything.

– by Alexandra Blair   Condé Nast Traveler rated Charleston, S.C., the USA’s No. 1 City for three consecutive years. Though Charleston may be aesthetically appealing, there are a few things Condé Nast may have overlooked. 9 reasons Charleston may not be the No. 1 city in the United States  

Mother of CofC student who died at intersection takes action

– by Jillian Cunningham During a Cistern break between classes, a woman with a stack of papers approached me and asked if I had a moment of my time to listen to her. Normally, I look at my feet, walk fast and try to avoid any solicitation or conversation with groups promoting something on the […]

10 reasons I love to hate Whole Foods

– by Kate Peterson Whole Foods is not exactly on a college student’s budget for groceries, but that doesn’t mean we don’t still love going there…and hating our bank account later. Unfortunately, that’s only one of the 10 reasons I love hating my favorite grocery store.

4 lessons drug dealers should learn from Silk Road

1. Silk Road is NOT a system of trade and cultural transmission Silk Road was cleverly named after a historical network of trade routes between Europe, India, and China during the Han Dynasty from 206 A.D. and 220 A.D. But Silk Road in this case refers to a black market website that sold illegal goods […]

10 Best Apps for College

Tablets are becoming the computing device of choice among college students because they are smaller, lighter and less expensive than laptops. Using a tablet also gives you access to that brand’s app store.  Apps are cheap and you can add or delete them at your convenience. There are over one million apps to choose from […]

15 ways to survive your freshman year

College is the time of your life. Right? It is four years unlike anything else you have ever experienced. For someone just 18 years old and away from home for the very first time, it can be both thrilling and exhilarating, while also frightening and even a bit daunting. Freshman year means learning to juggle […]

10 reasons why I love to hate Pure Barre

Welcome to the wonderful world of Pure Barre, y’all, for a workout you will love to hate…again and again and again. 1.) Walking into the studio, you are confronted by a glorious treasure trove of all the workout clothes you could possibly ever want. Sadly, you have to walk away because look, this pair of […]

Study drugs still common among students

“Study drugs” may be good for pulling an all-nighter, but students admit there are downs that come with the ups. From studying for the SAT in high school to taking college exit exams, students for years have been delving into the world of the study drug to reach new heights in concentration highs by obtaining […]

‘Riskovation’ – the new mantra for marketing daredevils

Changes in the media landscape have made it more difficult for brands to measure their markets and stand out among competitors. As a result, businesses have been forced to reach their audiences in more creative ways. Today, the more risky, rebellious brands take creative marketing to a whole new level, enlisting a mantra that sometimes […]

International soccer federation responsible for mess in Qatar

The World Cup,  the most-renowned event for professional soccer, is scheduled for Qatar in 2022. Millions of people across the globe will pay attention to this premiere futbol event in hopes of seeing their national team bring home the gold. Anticipating this world stage, Qatar is rapidly trying to fortify its country with postmodern stadiums […]

6 reasons you should be worried about violence in America

Given recent shootings in a New Jersey mall, LAX airport, a Nevada school and the U.S. Navy Yard in Washington, D.C., it is necessary to examine why Americans are so violent. We have become desensitized to violent acts. These Halloween costumes “praise“ acts of extreme violence. “I’m certainly not surprised,” says College of Charleston senior […]

10 reasons we love College of Charleston

We’ve got history, cobblestone, Spanish Moss, unbelievable food (pricey, but still unbelievable), great nightlife and the beach. Are you kidding me…why go anywhere else? See the Storify by Nicole Lubel.

10 ways music makes you happier, healthier

See the  listicle by James DeMarco. We’ve known intuitively that music can pick us up when we need a little lift or just adds to our already good mood, but now there’s research proving that music is actually helping us live healthier and be happier.   Related articles 5 Ways To Be Happier (lifehack.org) How […]

Beijing – one huge fog machine

See the Storify by Kyle Victory. The air quality in China is so far from healthy that it is dangerous for citizens to go outside without wearing some sort of mask. And while this problem has taken a long time to build up, now it needs immediate attention.   Related articles China’s massive pollution problem (theweek.com) […]

7 reasons Netflix is way cooler than TV

Netflix  recently surpassed HBO in paid subscribed customers, and the company’s popularity is continuing to rise with an array of show plus original series such as House of Cards and Orange is the New Black. Here are seven reasons why Netflix is way better than cable. You can watch movies and shows at home or […]