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Sibling love or family feud?
What comes to mind when you think about college?
One of the most popular answers to this question among teenagers is that college provides an escape from the house in which they have grown up and, more importantly, from the people in it-parents and, in some cases, bossy older siblings or annoying younger ones.
More than just studying
The deadline for studying abroad is quickly approaching, so odds are you have already made a decision about where and when you want to go. You’ve heard the application advice and you’ve (hopefully) registered for Study Abroad 101. But what does all of this really mean?
As a junior currently studying at University College London, it’s definitely safe to say that “studying abroad” only moves beyond its numbers-on-paper stage when your plane finally lands.
Studious Preparation
It is important to get an early start on the study abroad process. In fact, members of the Office of Overseas Programs say that it’s about time for freshmen to begin looking at programs and weighing their options. In that vein, several advisers from the Office of Overseas Programs will be hosting a presentation follow by a question and answer session next Tuesday, April 29, at 8 p.m. at Ursa’s Fireside.
Romance 101
There is a lot of societal pressure to find The One and build a life for the two of you. You learn about the ideas of going steady, getting married and having a family from the time you are a child, and many people talk about dating in terms of a means to that end.
Inspiration to serve: Student enlists for peace
Following in the footsteps of Annika Rodriguez, the namesake of the Rodriguez Scholarship, senior Claudia Romeu will become the first Rodriguez scholar to enter the Peace Corps, following graduation this spring.
Claudia Romeu is scheduled to leave this September for a 27-month commitment to the Peace Corps, with whom she plans to work on health extension programs.
Spring Fun in St. Louis
The year is coming to a close, and soon, many students will be heading home or abroad, missing all of the events that St. Louis offers during the spring and summer. Well, not all of them. Some spring celebrations have already started, and others will begin soon.
Hidden Gems: East Loop and Beyond
This just in: The Loop continues East of Skinker! Yep-there are shops, restaurants, galleries and more that stretch far beyond the Loop landmarks on the western end. It’s true that East Delmar can be “sketchy,” especially at night. But it also boasts some quirky, off-the-beaten-path venues that are worth a look.
Bizarre stars: The other guys on the walk of fame
One hundred and sixteen stars extolling famous St. Louisans line Delmar Boulevard. Many of the names are familiar to Wash. U. students-Eliot, Nemerov and, of course, two Danforths. Most are widely known-Miles Davis, Ulysses Grant and Joseph Pulitzer. All had an immense, global impact in their fields and are either St. Louis natives or did their most noteworthy work here, whether researching elucidated carbohydrate metabolism at the medical school or playing for the Cardinals.
Stepping Out
As the last few weeks of class approach and the stress builds up, it’s important to take time to relax and enjoy a good meal, especially if your parents decide to drop by for a visit. Jimmy’s on the Park is a trendy, upscale restaurant located in Clayton near Kaldi’s Coffee.
Romance 101
Imagine you’re out somewhere off campus. You meet someone cute and fun, and you hit it off with them really well. You have a great time, exchange phone numbers and speak again-only to find out that this person is either a lot older than you are, or a lot younger.