Stories of interest...with attitude
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. […]
“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
– 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, […]
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
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.
– 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 […]
Most College of Charleston students are aware of the notorious all-girls Berry Resident Hall. They’ve seen it when walking to class, visited it on a Friday night, or maybe even lived there. Located near the main part of campus on Saint Phillip Street, it is surrounded by other campus buildings. Students passing by will […]
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 […]
– 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
– by Dakota Isaacs You’ve heard the news – everyone hates us. While that might be a slight exaggeration, the stereotype of a Millennial isn’t really helping our reputations much. As the younger-end of the Millennial generation approaches its entrance into the work force, it’s time to stop whining (as we typically do) and figure […]
– by Clifton McDaniel Charleston is home to some of the most interesting historic architecture that people travel across the globe to see. Have you actually been inside our 10 most interesting picks? If not, spring is a great time to walk the Holy City’s sidewalks and find these magnificent buildings.
– 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 […]
– 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.
– by Tori Williams Cooking can be time consuming and difficult for college students. We often find ourselves so busy and in transition from one thing to the next that we seldom take the time to cook anything…much less something healthy. What we don’t realize is that there are hundreds of quick and easy dishes 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 […]
If you know anything about this top city in the world, you know Charlestonians have a long history of enjoying themselves. In 1770 the famous French author J. Hector St. John de Crevecoeur visited a much younger Charles-Town, and wrote, “The inhabitants are the gayest in America. The rays of their sun seem to urge […]
For college students, finding the best deals for food and beverages are important due to “low funds.” Most students are constantly browsing for deals to save every penny. “I really like the deals from Boone’s, Kickin’ Chicken, and Wild Wings mainly because they are all really close to where I stay and they are 3 […]
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.
Ten problems encountered by your average College of Charleston girl, including Sabatinos pizza in your bed and having a closet full of designer rain boots. #ugh See the Storify by Lexi Rider and Ashley Bell. Related articles Campus Spottings (eastcoastgypsy1.wordpress.com)
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