5 Stages of Loss at Graduation
The 55 days of Café are almost into single digits, and reality is setting in—seniors are graduating. How are seniors supposed to cope with the loss of the four greatest years in the happiest of Valleys?
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Finding the Perfect Graduation Dress
The graduation gowns are colored Penn State blue. There are many colors that work with this shade of Navy. However, the event is celebratory and marks a fresh start, so most people will want to choose light-colored dresses.
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Where to Go Swimming in State College
The sun is finally starting to show its rays, and Penn State students will be here to soak up every last one of them. The time between the freezing winter and sweltering summer doesn’t last nearly as long as a normal springtime. Soon enough, we’ll be looking for places to take a dip. Luckily, there are various paces to go swimming in the State College area.
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Eggplant Portabella Pesto Wrap
Amp up your typical lunchtime sandwich with a healthy and tasty veggie wrap. It’s easy to make and leaves you feeling full but not overstuffed. I used six different toppings that I enjoy but you can swap out or add in items as you please.
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Summer Break Plans That Don’t Involve Finding an Internship
Finding the perfect internship to boost your resume and make yourself more marketable for the impeding senior year job search seems like a must. As Penn State students, we are trained to apply for internships each summer in order to land a dream job right out of college.
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Overalls: Love ‘em or Leave ‘em?
Cue the flashbacks to adorable baby pictures, when wearing overalls was the norm. But are they ok to wear as college students? Carrie Bradshaw has undoubtedly pulled off the interesting look throughout her “Sex and the City” career, so it must be ok, right?
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Nittany Lion Chic: Slater Zorn
All Penn State students have an impressive array of hoodies, tees and sweatpants displaying their Nittany Lion pride. Because we attend such an amazing school, showing our spirit for it is a given. However, grungy sweats inevitably bring your outfit down and make you feel and look sloppy.
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Vegetarian Breakfast Sandwich
I wouldn’t consider myself a vegetarian, but sometimes I go through vegetarian phases. Or, I simply have no meat products left in my fridge and money’s tight. However, I still think it’s important to consume an adequate amount of protein with each meal. Therefore, I came up with an amazingly filling, healthy and delicious vegetarian breakfast sandwich.
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Spicy & Sweet Cocktail Nut Recipe
Sometimes we need a change from the typical trail mix. Our snacks deserve a little spice now and again. This spicy and sweet cocktail nut recipe gives you the perfect way to amp up your healthy snack.
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How to Flaunt the Crop Top
Crop tops are a staple of the spring and are an unfortunate phase for those of us who aren’t blessed with a P90X stomach. And some of us simply don’t care to flaunt the midriff. Luckily, there are easy ways wear crops tops while remaining confident and classy.
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Casual Couture: Sneaker Style on the Rise
The sneaker style is on the rise. Karl Lagerfeld solidified the trend by sending his models down Chanel’s Spring 2014 Couture runway wearing kicks. He paired white athletic sneakers with everyday outfits. This trend can be easily copied and adapted to fit your personal style.
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Spring Bag Trends
Even though the State College streets are icy and show absolutely no evidence of an approaching spring season, new fashion trends are making their way through. It’s time to put away the dreary black totes. Colorful and playful bags ruled the Spring/Summer 2014 runways during fashion week.
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How Often You Should Really Go Out During Syllabus Week
The beginning of each semester eases us back into classes by allowing a somewhat slow-paced first week. Because very little homework is due and full attention isn’t necessarily expected in classes, some students take the opportunity to go out every single night of the week.
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New Year’s Eve: Alternatives to the Sparkly Dress
New Years Eve is a big night for everyone. There is a ridiculous amount of planning that goes into picking the venue, which group of friends to go with, and who that lucky person receiving your 12 a.m. kiss will be. New Year’s Eve is an overrated, over-planned, and over-hyped night when it comes down to it.
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Valley Overseas: Clothes to Pack for Study Abroad
Studying abroad is one the most life-changing opportunities you will receive during your college career. Due to the massive amount of preparations, the months leading up to your departure are stressful.
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Four Ways to Wear a Blazer
As we progress through the later years of college, our work experiences become increasingly professional. Though the commitment of real world jobs tends to be frightening, we do get the opportunity to dress the part of serious, hardworking businesswomen.
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How to Stay Toasty with Winter Accessories
One positive aspect of the arctic-like temperatures that State Colleges promises to bring post Thanksgiving break, is the need for cute winter accessories. This season, it’s all about volume and statement pieces, which is exemplified in the winter accessories.
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How to Fake the Fringe Bangs
Ever wonder what you’d look like with edgy, fringe bangs like Alexa Chung or Kerry Washington? Sometimes our hairstyles are begging for an update and we look for a dramatic change.
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Alternatives to the Hunter Rain Boots
When it comes to investing in key winter pieces in Happy Valley, we think it’s imperative to purchase a pair of Hunter rain boots to match our long, down North Face winter jackets and yoga pants.
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Creative Ways to Wear a Chunky Sweater
Chunky sweaters are taking over Pinterest boards and clothing racks. These oversized sweaters are so comfy and easy to wear that they have stayed on trend through many seasons now.
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