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Stepping Out: Rasoi

Friday, November 06, 2009 || Netta Sadovsky

As the cold bit at our ears after we parked the car, our huddled group entered a wave of warmth named Rasoi. The air in this sanctuary-esque restaurant was filled with the alluring smells of Indian spices. We took a minute to observe the colorful room and the crowds of guests devouring mounds of curries before the hostess led our thawing party to a table in the back of the restaurant.

Hip hop against hunger

Friday, November 06, 2009 || Paula Lauris

What does hip-hop have to do with increasing social awareness and alleviating hunger? A diverse group of Washington University students and campus groups will join together to answer this question during “Hip-Hop Against Hunger: A Week of Cultural and Social Awareness,” on Nov. 9-15.

Romance 101: Meet the parents

Friday, November 06, 2009 || Carly MacLeod

When we first start dating someone, we tend to see them as perfect—their bizarre habits become cute little quirks and their personal stories that might otherwise incite a yawn are instantly fascinating. All you want to do is spend every free minute with them, preferably making out. In short, it takes a lot to separate you from this incredible new person.

Foot fetishes: Fun or freaky?

Wednesday, November 04, 2009 || Lucy Moore

Foot fetishism, otherwise known as podophilia (not to be confused with pedophilia), is defined as an intense sexual interest in feet.

The ABCs of Wash. U.’s libraries

Wednesday, November 04, 2009 || Sasha Fine

When people think about the library system at Washington University, they usually consider Olin, the main library on campus. Most students, if they use it at all, go there only to study.

‘Meet Me (Again) In St. Louis’: 1996 alum Nicholas Tamarkin

Monday, November 02, 2009 || Agnes Trenche

Before becoming a Washington University freshman, Nicholas Tamarkin had performed in two Tony-nominated plays, one during his freshman year and another during his junior year of high school. He had acted in Paris and Berlin, met Al Pacino and Paul Newman, and gone to Kevin Bacon’s wedding.

The Haps: The Fabulous Fox Theatre

Monday, November 02, 2009 || Kristen Klempert

Let’s be honest, St. Louis is not exactly known for its theatrical offerings. We don’t have dozens and dozens of theaters like Broadway or London’s West End, but we do have the Fox Theatre on 527 N. Grand Blvd. This year’s shows include “Mamma Mia,” “Grease,” “In the Heights” and “Avenue Q,” among many other plays and concerts.

Rent-a-dog

Friday, October 30, 2009 || Netta Sadovsky

About two weeks ago, I was sitting in the DUC sipping on a latte when suddenly my pants’ pocket started vibrating!

Interview with Alive Magazine fashion editor, Jill Manoff

Friday, October 30, 2009 || Ginika Agbim

Jill Manoff, fashion editor of Alive Magazine, fashion director of St. Louis Fashion Week, and creator and executive director of new fashion blog Corridor40, is very involved in the St. Louis Fashion scene. She works in an industry that demands passion, personal style and creativity. Here’s what she had to say about college trends, working [...]

Stepping Out | Culpeppers

Friday, October 30, 2009 || Paula Lauris

For college students, there are three important things to consider when eating out: how good the food is, how cheap it is and how much you can take back with you to put in your fridge.

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