Finals Week

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The most stressful time of every college student is almost upon us. Finals! During finals week is the time were students are going to spend the most time in the library than ever before. The best tips I can say on helping to prepare for this week of mentally drudge is that make sure that you have as much limited distraction as possible, also try to listen to some smooth music like jazz or gospel music which helps me stay focus on studying . Also being in study groups can help with your studying during finals, especially if your struggling in that subject.                 






I found a video on Youtube that gives tips on how to prepare for finals in which I agree with all her Tips. The tips may help you as well to do well on your finals, take a look. GOOD LUCK! 

Black Friday

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One of the most crazy days during Thanksgiving week is back and ready in full action Black Friday! People go crazy for amazing low price deals and stand in days long lines just to get deals on pricey items such as HD TVS, i Pads, game consoles and etc. Last year  during Black Friday  i purchased  a pair of Balmain Jeans online   for $300 in which  they cost around $550-$2000. This Black Friday I hope I can find some good deals online because I am not about the stand in long lines life lol.
But if you are thinking about going to stores to do your shopping I suggest  you start to plan now because it is going to be crazy good deals this year.

Here is a video to show you how serious Black Friday is lol Here is a guy in Phoenix, Arizona who has been camping a week ahead for Black Friday  enjoy!

DAB!

   




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Well looks like the Whip and NaeNae dance craze is now a thing in the past, do new dance crave "Dabbing" has hit social media and everything else worldwide. From Professional athletes to even news reporter everyone is doing the dance. It was original started in Atlanta just like every new dance craze today. So when your out with your friends do not be afraid to bust out a couple new dance moves like the "Dab".

 Here are couple videos I found of the Dance crave "Dab" that everyone is doing.

Pray for Peace in Paris!

Recently on the evening of  November 13  a series of coordinated terrorist attacks by the terrorist group ISIS, consisting of mass shootings, suicide bombings, and hostage-taking, occurred in Paris, the capital of France, and its northern suburb, Saint-Denis. there were three suicide bombings outside the Stade de France in Saint-Denis, along with another suicide bombing and a series of mass shootings at four locations in Paris. The attackers killed 130 people, including 89 at the Bataclan theatre, where they took hostages before engaging in a three-hour stand-off with police. 368 people were injured,80–99 seriously. Seven of the attackers also died, while authorities continued the search for any accomplices. The attacks were the deadliest on France since World War II and the deadliest in the European Union since the Madrid train bombings in 2004. This tragic event not only Paris but the whole worldwide where hashtags #PrayForParis and #PrayForTheWorld  was trending worldwide on Twitter and facebook. To be more updated on the situation stay updated to CNN and other national news to found out the leads on how and who planned the Attacks.



Watch the video that I posted which shows the moments where the explosions were heard during  During France vs Germany Soccer Game and other reactions.










(Parisians are shocked after several shooters opened fire at three locations, Nov. 13, 2015. Getty Images)

Halloween Decorating Ideas

 One of the most exciting holidays  Halloween is around the corner and if you have not prepared yet for the decoration I gave some ideas that I think would help you out. Raid your recycling bin to make these glass ghosts in four easy steps: First, remove labels and caps from bottles  Spray-paint them white, then draw faces on with black marker. Finally, throw in colorful straws for cute centerpieces. 

Cobweb Coasters

Hook five bobby pins onto a 3/8-inch flat metal washer. Then, wrap twine around and thread through each bobby pin. Spray-paint everything white for that ghoulish look, and scatter small toy spiders around the table.

Spooky Terrarium

 After you search the backyard for twigs, moss, and rocks, scour the house for small Halloween-themed decorations like skulls and scary birds. Then, build your scene on an upside-down lid of a Mason jar. When your miniature landscape looks complete, screw the jar onto the lid and place in the window or next to your front door in lieu of a pumpkin.

Vampire Napkin Rings

Splash white cloth napkins with red Kool-Aid, thread a white twist tie through a set of plastic vampire teeth, and finally secure a twist tie around the center of your napkin.

Creepy Wall Hangings

Ghostly Lanterns

 Draw spooky faces on empty, clean gallon milk jugs, then fill with white holiday lights to decorate your porch or walkway with a ghostly Halloween glow.

Wicked Witch Candy Dish

Turn a pair of old heels into a bewitching candy bowl. Wrap the heels in cheap sparkly paper, then decorate and fill with Halloween treats.

Forever Pumpkins

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For cheap jack-o-lantern decorations that will last past Halloween, cover clean, empty jars with orange construction paper or tissue paper. Add features with black construction paper, then pop in a tea candle—with flames, or battery-operated—and watch your "pumpkin" glow.

Front Door Mummy

Make a ghoulish first impression with this five-minute Halloween door DIY from Honey and Fitz. First, tape paper streamers to the front door, overlapping the strips to give a wrapped look. Then, cut sheets of black and white construction paper into circles to make eyes. Place the eyes on the top of the door and tape to secure.

Mummy Seating Cards

Decorate inside and out for Halloween with this ingenious idea from Curly Birds. Glue gauze, googly eyes, and cardboard to fashion small, square mummies. Set them out as place cards for a Halloween party, drop a few into the candy bucket for trick-or-treaters, or send to school with the kids to give out to classmates.

Road Trip!

We all have been on crazy long and boring road trips, sometimes it is hard to find a source of entertainment when your in a car for six hours plus. But I have some great movies that can help you with  your road trip.


If you are traveling with family good family movies like Meet the Fockers, Are we there yet? and Cheaper by the  Dozen all run for Two hours plus and are good family comedy movies that would four sure have your family filled with laughter.

Also if you are traveling with just friends good movies that would entertain you and killed time are movies like American Pie, 21 Jump Street, Super Bad, and Project x are all fun and exciting movies that would make your trip to Vegas or Panama Beach more fun!

        

Can I whip or Nae Nae?

Today social media has played a big part of new dances that have taken everybody by storm.

Where every you look there is some new dance that comes out of no where and then it gets shared over and over again over the internet then millions of people start to post videos of them doing the dances on social media

I think this is a very positive thing that social media brings out of our society because dancing brings people closer no matter the age, race or size dancing is something everyone can do and makes people happier.

Lately the Whip Nae Nae dance has been the most popular  dance to do since even professional football players has made the dance popular with the likes of NFL Wide Receiver  Odell Beckham Jr. who is famously knowing for doing the whip dance.

                                        Here are the two videos of the dances... Enjoy!       ^_^

You Just Been Brady!

If you have not heard about one of the best NFL quarterbacks ever   Tom Brady balls deflation situation I am going inform what is going on.    


The NFL came down hard on its biggest star and its championship team, telling Tom Brady and the Patriots that no one is allowed to mess with the rules of the game.

The league suspended the Super Bowl MVP on May 11, 2015  for the first four games of the season but was up held later, also fined the New England Patriots $1 million and took away two draft picks as punishment for deflating footballs used in the AFC title game.  The league also indefinitely suspended the two equipment staffers believed to have carried out the plan, including one who called himself "The Deflator."
 The investigation by attorney Ted Wells found that Brady "was at least generally aware" of plans by two Patriots employees to prepare the balls to his liking, below the league-mandated minimum of 12.5 pounds per square inch.
The Patriots defeated the Indianapolis Colts 45-7 and went on to beat the Seattle Seahawks in the Super Bowl.




                     Enjoy this video of a remake of Tom Brady interview about the deflated balls

How To Handle Peer Pressures

Everybody, no matter what age, is faced with pressure to 'fit in'. In our teenage years this pressure can be even stronger because no one wants to feel like an outsider. Peer pressure can sneak in and take over your life choices. There are things you can learn to help you deal with it when it is a problem. This blog is going to help you ways to deal with peer pressure.

Peer pressure is when you feel you 'have to' do something that you might not usually choose to do. It is when you choose to do this to fit in, or 'be cool', amongst your peers. This might be:
When people try to persuade you to do something – "come on don't be weak”, "you are just chicken", "you're straight", "you are frigid", etc. 
Being expected to look or be a certain way to "fit in" – you might try to wear the 'right things' to fit in with the 'popular group' or do things so you don't get teased.
Peer pressure can be pretty sneaky. Sometimes you don't even know it is happening or that you are choosing to do things because of it. Sometimes people might use the fact that they know you want to fit in to make you do things you don't want to.
To many people's amazement, peer pressure is not all doom and gloom. It can actually be a really positive influence in your life. It can be a way to:
get to know your limits and what you are willing to accept improve your ability to make your own choices understand who you are as a unique and special individual - you are like no other! introduce you to positive things like interests, music, friends… get you involved with positive people doing something worthwhile, eg. youth group, Green Corps, community helpers, sports team, church, drama or music group.
Everyone has pressures to 'fit in', no matter what their age. Some people might feel it more than others. You might feel it more in some situations than others. This can mean making choices that you don't really want to or that are unsafe.
Wearing 'the right' clothes - this might contribute to fights with your parents, not having money to do other things you like to do, or even doing things like stealing to get the gear you need to 'look right'. 
Trying smokes, alcohol, dope or other stuff - these are not so good for your health and can lead to accidents, fights, and trouble with the police.  
Too much dieting or body building - trying to be 'thin' or 'muscular' to get people to like you doesn't work and can actually harm your body.
How you deal with peer pressures can be different for everyone. There are a few things you might think about. 
Most importantly, be true to yourself. Make your own choices. Get to know who you are and what is good for you and your life. Our 'Self-esteem and confidence' topic can help with some tips.  
Think about what someone gets out of pressuring you to do something. Is this really for your benefit? Or for theirs? What do they get out of forcing you to do something you don't want to? 
Think about what you are getting out of the choices you are making. What would you like for yourself in the future? How are the choices you are making now going to help or hinder your ability to achieve these goals? What might you do to get there in the most successful way you can? 
Learning skills like assertiveness can help. This can mean using messages like "I think…", "I feel…", "I will…" or "I want…"if someone is pressuring you to do something you don't want to, talk to someone you know will listen and help you. Keeping it inside and carrying your worries around can make things even harder to deal with.
Find things you are interested in.Hang out with a range of different people and listen to what is important to them. There is no one way of doing or viewing things. Think about what is most important to you and who you are as an individual! You might find that a different group of people is more like you. Give it a go and find out! Giving it a go can mean you learn more about what is good for you – whether you decide that you think they are people you wouldn't want for your friends, or 'groovy hipsters' (you've found a group that just suits you)!
Learn from your mistakes and learn from your peers - their successes and their mistakes. This can help you make positive choices about your own, swinging, fun-loving life!

Here is a video about Peer Pressure that I think is very informal on the situation. 

Meek Mill Vs Drake(aka R&B Vs Hip Hop)

Well I dont know if you live under a rock or such, but If you have not heard about one biggest music battles between two of the hottest artist in today's I am  going to make you aware.

 

At 4:33am on Wednesday morning, the rapper Drake tweeted out a Sound-cloud link that caused the Internet to nearly implode.

 "Back To Back Freestyle." The artwork? A symbolic celebratory shot from Toronto's win against Philadelphia in the 1993 World Series (their second consecutive championship, back-to-back). The verse? A scathing response to detractors everywhere, especially one in particular. The diss track is the latest in an ongoing beef between rappers Drake and Meek Mill, of Toronto and Philadelphia, respectively. It all started over a week ago when Meek tweeted allegations about Drake ghostwriting his "R.I.C.O." feature on Meek's just-released album.

 Apparently, the call-out came about because Drake didn't tweet support for Meek Mill's new album Dreams Worth More Than Money which hit #1 on the Billboard 200. Not to mention, Drake's current ubiquity in the culture made him a prime target. The Toronto MC has certainly seen his share of recent successes; even Kayne West admitted that Drake is currently the "hottest rapper in the game." After releasing a surprise mix tape in February that immediately shot to #1 (and spawned countless hits), hopping onto others' tracks with features and viral remixes that subsequently became hip-hop radio hits, and headlining the summer festival circuit, Drake is undoubtedly at the top of his game. Once the headlines began popping up in response to Meek Mill's ghostwriting allegations, it looked like Drake's crown might be under question. The initial response across the web was mixed, with questions swirling around Drake's legitimacy,
Drake himself was silent on the issue until Sunday when he responded in the best way he could — with a diss rap called "Charged Up." In grand fashion, Drake dropped the track on his Beats 1 "OVO SOUND" global radio show where he played the song four times in a row.

 Drake responds to Meek Mill's ghostwriting accusations with "Charged Up" diss track

The song was seemingly tame but, as we now know, it was only a taste of what was to come. Several days passed with rumblings of a Meek response track that never materialized. Meek, however, did share his thoughts on "Charged Up" via Twitter.

Early on Tuesday morning, Drake was back with more. He dropped "Back To Back Freestyle" after a late night in the studio.


Among other things, Drake called out Meek's opening act on his girlfriend Nicki Minaj's tour: "Is that a world tour or your girl's tour?" He responded to the ghostwriting allegations with: "This for y'all that think that I don't write enough / They just mad 'cause I got the Midas touch." And on.
 Complex Magazine summarized it best: Drake is playing a game of chess and he has Meek Mill in check. When and how will Meek Mill respond? His latest post on Instagram suggests something is in the works.

A photo posted by NBC News (@nbcnew

Drake took to Instagram to respond, posting a caption-less photo that garnered over 775,000 likes.

Does Drake have an unfair advantage in this beef thanks to his position in popular music? Was the entire back-and-forth a deliberate publicity stunt sparked by Meek Mill? How will the saga end? Only time will tell.

Bang! Bang!

In this blog I am going to discuss the flaws and reason why I think a gun control law would never work.  With all the crazy mass shootings that has been going on at schools, churches and etc. Gun control has been the one of the biggest discussion that is going on toady in America.

Opponents of gun control laws argue that Americans have the right to bear arms. They say that gun control laws would prevent individuals from defending themselves and their property lawfully. They also support the rights of hunters, sport shooters and recreational gunmen. One of the most common laws that these groups cite is the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. This 27-word passage includes the famous phrase “the right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed.” The fundamental argument that gun control opponents make is that the right to own and use weapons is an undeniable personal freedom guaranteed by the Constitution.
Proponents of gun control believe that stronger laws can prevent the needless loss of life. Even individuals who support gun rights acknowledge that certain people should not be permitted to own guns. Current gun control laws prevent criminals, mentally ill individuals and children from owning guns. Unfortunately, there have been instances where young people and deranged gunmen have acquired weapons and used them to commit mass murders.

But in my honest opinion I think a gun control law would never work, because at the end of the day somehow something can just happen at any time.  Our Second Amendment right not only states “the right of the people to keep and bear arms,” but more importantly for this issue, “shall not be infringed. During the Revolutionary War, most of the Americans fought Britain with their own guns. The people insisted that the U.S. Constitution have a Bill of Rights to stop the government from taking their weapons. Who do you think would voluntarily give up a weapon they paid for, a weapon that may be used for protection of their family? An honest, law-abiding citizen. Unfortunately, many of these citizens will follow orders and disarm themselves, leaving them helpless against an armed criminal. If a person thinks criminals will voluntarily give up their weapons, that person is delusional. If guns were to be banned, we would see a surge in the black market for guns. If a murderer does not have a gun, but wants to kill others, he will find something to complete his task, whether it’s a pencil, a car, a knife, or whatever. We are trying to stop evil in this world that we cannot prevent.

  Here is a debate on gun control that I find very Interesting.

Stop.......You Cant Touch This!

This blog is going to be about how female college students can find ways to defend themselves and staying safe on campus at night or when alone.

 1. Don’t allow technology to make you unaware of your surroundings
Everyone with headphones, a smartphone and an MP3 player knows – the minute you’re plugged in, you barely exist anymore! You stare at your phone, zoned out; not knowing what is going on around you. When you start to find yourself becoming unaware of what’s going on around you is the time you need to consider turning the music down, putting your phone away and opening your eyes to what’s happening. The key to getting out of a potentially dangerous situation is to recognize it as such. This is nearly impossible if you aren’t even aware of the situations you’re walking into.

2. Never walk alone at night especially in sketch out town  

Walking around alone and in the dark is basically asking for trouble. Sure, there are times that you need to get from point A to point B which may occur at night, but you should always abide by the buddy system so that, should something happen, you’re not on your own. Also if you the adventure out alone make sure you let friends know even if you are just going to the parking lot.

3. Utilize locks

While it’s easy to become relaxed in college life, there are some habits that should always remain standard. Locking your doors, especially when you’re alone or asleep, should be one of them.
Aside from allowing yourself to be vulnerable, it’s also much easier for theft to take place if you’re essentially providing easier access to burglars.

4. Carry some emergency cash

It’s good to have some cash on you at all times, just in case. Perhaps your credit card won’t work or your debit card gets lost. You never want to be stuck in a scary situation because you don’t have the necessary funds to get out of it as quickly as possible.

5. Locate the emergency system areas on campus

Most campuses have emergency call buttons or phones scattered throughout campus for students to utilize in the event of an emergency. Find out what your campuses system is and locate the areas in which the systems are placed. Should you ever find yourself in trouble, it will be much easier if you know where you can call for help.

6. Know your way around campus and  your school city

In addition to paying attention to your surroundings; you should know your surroundings as well. Take time to become familiar with campus landmarks and streets so that you are able to navigate your way around – or out of an area, should you need to.

7. Never stay at a party when your friend leaves

No, you don’t need to call it an early night just because one of your friends does. But, what you should do is ensure you always have a minimum of one person with you that you know (and know you can trust). Being alone in a party setting isn’t smart – go home if you’re going to be alone because it is not worth the risk to stay – no matter how nice everyone there seems.

8. Avoid becoming inebriated and losing control

If you’re getting to the point that you don’t have control of yourself or your surroundings, you need to stop and think about the types of situations you’re putting yourself in. It’s far too easy for others to take advantage of you or a situation if you can’t think or act rationally.

9. Always have emergency contacts on you or in your device 

If you have a smartphone, program emergency numbers into it. It’s one of the first spots hospitals check if you’re admitted alone because they are able to bypass your pass code in order to access your contacts.

Additionally, list your important emergency contact numbers and information in your planner, if you carry one. Whatever items you have on a regular basis are good spots to keep emergency information.

 10. Consider carrying pepper spray, a whistle or taking a self-defense course

The hope is certainly that you’d never need to make use of these defense mechanisms, however, having them with you can make a life-saving difference in harmful situations you otherwise
might not be able to get out of.

Stage Fright!

Public speaking has always been a problem in our society, especially in classrooms. if you are taking a public speaking class this semester i want to give you tips on how to prepare your self for the scariest thing you probably will ever do. But here are some tips that I use when it was my time to speak in class.   


 

Body language is important. Standing, walking or moving about with appropriate hand gesture or facial expression is preferred to sitting down or standing still with head down and reading from a prepared speech. Use audio-visual aids or props for enhancement if appropriate and necessary. Master the use of presentation software such as PowerPoint well before your presentation.  Do not torture your audience by putting a lengthy document in tiny print on an overhead and reading it out to them.

Speak with conviction as if you really believe in what you are saying. Persuade your audience effectively. Do not read from notes for any extended length of time although it is quite acceptable to glance at your notes infrequently. Speak loudly and clearly. Sound confident. Do not mumble. If you made an error, correct it, and continue. No need to make excuses or apologize profusely.

Maintain sincere eye contact with your audience or just pick one person that you can stare at or even stare at the back classroom wall.  Have direct eye contact with a number of people in the audience, and every now and then glance at the whole audience while speaking. Use your eye contact to make everyone in your audience feel involved.

Speak to your audience, listen to their questions, respond to their reactions, adjust and adapt. If what you have prepared is obviously not getting across to your audience, change your strategy mid-stream if you are well prepared to do so.

Pause. Allow yourself and your audience a little time to reflect and think. Add humor whenever appropriate and possible. Keep audience interested throughout your entire presentation. Remember that an interesting speech makes time fly, but a boring speech is always too long to endure even if the presentation time is the same.

I remember my freshman year of college and I had an public speaking class, I remember the feeling of being very nervous and not wanting to talk in-front of people that I just meet(talk about embarrassing) I left that class that day smelling like I just worked out I had sweat all over my shirt, felt like I played  a full court basketball game.

                                             Here is a video that I found very heplful!

Busy Body!

This blog is for people who struggle with  staying healthy with an busy schedule. If your always working and always eat fast food on the run you should probably stop that habitat.

Not Only are you making it bad for your health you are also stressing your body even more.
Adjust the meal plan to your schedule  If you work early or late, you can adjust the meal plan to fit your schedule. Just make sure you have three meals and two to three snacks a day. Remember you should eat every 2-3 hours.
Plan for 2 days of cooking  Cook on Sundays (or whenever you have time) and mid-week (Wednesday) and do as much as you can in advance.

Shakes are quick to prepare in the morning. They take less than 10 minutes to prepare and consume!
Ask yourself if there is there something wrong with your lifestyle that doesn’t allow you to make a few simple healthy choices each week. Your body will thank you!
If you struggle to find the time to get to the gym or to get to your dance class then incorporating exercise into your lifestyle might help you to stay healthy and fit even when your schedule is maxed. For example, carry your shopping home rather than getting a cab, do some gardening with your partner on your date night, or go swimming with a friend instead of meeting for coffee.

When you are chasing a day full of meetings with a busy evening your stress levels are probably sky-high and stress has a terrible impact on your health and well being. Therefore one of the best things you can do to stay healthy and fit is to learn how to relax. If you don’t have time to meditate or take a hot bath, studies have found that even the anticipation of laughter can help us to relax and reduce stress levels in the body. So, take a look at some funny YouTube videos to help you unwind.


        Here is a video that I think is a very helping ^_^

 

Taveling Changing In Our Eyes

Hyperloop

Traveling today is changing everyday went the new technology that we have in this century.
Today you can call an Uber which is an car service that has app for smartphone devices that you can access them anytime and be picked up from anywhere.
Uber has become one of the most successful franchise to date to make all its revenue in one year.
                                                                                                       
                                                                                                          Also there is an another 
       transportation service that is about to imapct the world.  The Hyperloop is a conceptual high-speed transportation system  in which pressurized capsules ride on an air cushion driven by linear induction motors and air compressors.   A notional route was used in the alpha-level design document. It runs from the Los Angeles region to the San Francisco Bay Area, paralleling the Interstate 5 corridor for most of its length. Preliminary analysis indicated that such a route might obtain an expected journey time of 35 minutes, meaning that passengers would traverse the 354-mile (570 km) route at an average speed of around 598 mph (962 km/h), with a top speed of 760 mph (1,220 km/h).

 Some critics of Hyperloop focus on the experience—possibly unpleasant and frightening—of riding in a narrow, sealed, and windowless capsule inside a sealed steel tunnel, that is subjected to significant acceleration forces, high noise levels due to air being compressed and ducted around the capsule at near-sonic speeds, and the vibration and jostling. Even if the tube is initially smooth, ground shifting due to settling and ongoing seismic activity would inevitably cause distortion. At speeds approaching 900 feet per second (270 m/s), deviations of even 1 millimeter (0.039 in) from a straight path would add considerable buffeting and vibration. With no provisions for passengers to stand, move within the capsule, use a restroom during the trip, or get assistance or relief in case of illness or motion sickness, the potential for an unpleasant experience would likely be higher than in any other popular form of public transport.

Uber

Social Media Freenzy!

These days, appearances are everything. People are more concerned with proving to the rest of the world that they’re having the time of their lives than actually enjoying themselves.
 If a girl purchases a new dress, it’s more likely for a new Instagram  post than an actually party.
Not to mention, going out without uploading a new Snapchat story or Instagram picture is inconceivable; without evidence of your escapades, as far as the world is concerned, they didn’t happen. If you go to a party, half the people in there will likely be on their phones. If they’re not taking selfies.  Sometimes I wonder if people arrange to meet up with their friends because they miss them or because they haven’t updated their Snapchat stories in six hours and need some new material to prove to the world they’re having a good time. The fact of the matter is, brag culture has resulted in us being too busy narrating our lives online that we’re forgetting to live them. Life is now becoming  a popularity contest, and it seems that the popularity is less dependent on how many friends you have and is more a reflection of how many Twitter followers you possess. People upload Instagram pictures and then delete them the next day if they did not receive a sufficient number of “likes” because that alone is considered a reflection of how many people like them in real life. Don’t let social media fool you. There are people who have hardly any likes on their Instagram pictures, but still have lots of friends, and others with hundreds of likes despite being the loneliest people of all. So, don’t believe everything you see online because appearances are just that.

                                    Here is a good video about social media addiction take a look!:)

This Is Tailgating!

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Football season is all but here, which means that prime Tailgate Season is swiftly descending upon us. As pastimes go, tailgating is great because there’s not much to it. You don’t have to know a lick about football or whatever other sport you’re needlessly drinking in preparation for, and you don’t have to like either team playing that day. As you navigate a stadium parking lot, remember that not all tailgates are created equal and, while you’re mostly there to hang out with your friends.

Think of tailgating as a life skill;  Flexibility is key, and to maximize your experience, you’ll want to dress comfortably enough to be able to walk around, get sweaty, and go with the flow. If plans change, a friend bails, or the beer at your particular tent runs out, don’t worry about it. It turns out that strangers are especially welcoming when surrounded by beer before their favorite team hits the field, College football tailgates are especially friendly

Food is the other linchpin to a good tailgate. There are people who take this very seriously. They’re the types who start cooking a burgers and hot dogs low and slow two days before game day. Look for those tailgates. You should be able to sniff them right out. Smoked meats and various types of barbecue items are standard fare at these special pre-game celebrations, as are tortilla chips and salsas, brats, possibly beans, other types of chips,  and appetizers that stretch from the stadium’s main gate all the way to the lot where no one wants to park. If you’re in a place with a healthy appreciation for tailgating, there will still be people partying from the trunks of their cars all the way in the back lot. There will be food at all of these tailgates. This will be a trail of food.
  Join in cheers and chants. Find where the band is playing before the game. Participate in the theatrical burning of a Jay-hawk if you’re in Wildcat country. Clown on the opposing team. Everybody’s doing it. The more you get into it, the more fun you’re going to have. Participation is key to a great time.

Here is an nice video to learn about the top tailgating schools.

   Now go at there and take over the tailgating     world!!!!

Fish In The Sea

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The beginning of freshman year can be the most exciting time in a person life. More times than not, you are  excited to put her high school drama behind you and start a new, awesome life at your school of choice. You have  daydreams about instantly having innumerable friends, being in the “cool” sorority or frat, snagging her dream man or girl with ease, and acing every class with little to no effort.

In a dream world, college is the perfect place to be the person you’ve always wanted to be. But what happens when you miss your friends from home, the “cool” sorority or frat doesn’t ask you back, and class is much more stressful than you ever could have imagined? Unhappiness can quickly set in, and in more extreme cases, depression can become a way of life.



So can you imagine the high depression of those who leave there families and friends from small towns and find it even more harder to adjust to bigger city colleges that may  move to fast for their laid back lifestyle.

I remember when I spoke to this girl in my biology class  we  randomly started an conversation then she talked about how she  misses her family and her home made her feel sad all the time. she said when her parents dropped here off at college she figured she will be fine. But it was  such a huge change. She was so used to the comforts of her house, her family always being around, here mom’s food, having a car, and just being in her town.

Transferring and making F-R-I-E-N-D-S!

As someone who has transferred from school to school, the number one challenge can be making friends. A strong social network can be key to succeeding in a new unfamiliar setting. However, it is not always easy to find people with common likes and interests.

First, start off by going outdoors and just walking around your campus or city. This will get you face to face contact with others. Another great place to start is the campus coffee shop or student union. These places attract the most number of students for you to introduce yourself.You can then approach those around you and introduce yourself. Once you have made introductions, you can ask them how they like the school and what they are studying. This is a great way to find a common area of interest.

If introducing yourself to random students on campus or in the city, then starting small and talking to the person next to you in your class is another great option. Asking the person next to you a question about your homework assignment can be a great way to break the ice. You can then transition into other topics and get to know the person next to you more in depth and potentially make a new friend.

If you are a shy person, then you can try using social media, such as Twitter, Instagram, or YikYak, to interact with people at your school. Sometimes it is easier to talk to people using technology where the fear of face to face rejection in minimized.

After you have introduced yourself and have found common interests, then you can set up a time to meet up and develop a lifelong friendship.

So go get out there and make some F-R-I-E-N-D-S!

About Trayvis

Hi, I am Trayvis Peters. I am from Miami, Florida. Currently, I am a student at Washburn University. In addition, I play football for the University. I have been a student at Washburn University since Fall 2014. I am majoring in Mass Media in hopes to someday work in the journalism field.

Previously, I have attended El Camino College in Torrance, California, ASA College in Brooklyn, New York, and the University of South Dakota. My experience as a student in these schools has given me the knowledge of transition to new schools, meet new people, and how to survive college. Therefore, I would like to share my knowledge and give advice to those who are just starting out in their higher education journey.