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Turn Cliché into Cool: Transform Traditional Costumes into Terrific Ones!

Halloween is creeping nearer, and it’s time to break out the costumes! Cat, werewolf, zombie—have you ever felt like some costumes are just growing too cliché? Not to fear! There are plenty of tricks to turn old costumes into cool, new looks that are perfect for spooky fun! Black Cat to Black Catsune Black cats are probably one of the most iconic symbols of Halloween. If you’re looking for...

Allergy-FREE Eats: Frightful Delights

October is here, and with it, Halloween parties! Everyone knows that means a chance to gobble up some festive goodies—but what if you or your friends have food allergies? You may not be able to eat just anything, but here are some great recipes that are free of ALL major allergens and absolutely, frightfully delightful! Phantasmic Pumpkin Bread (Or Muffins) (FREE of Dairy, Eggs, Nuts, Fish,...

Haunted Houses: Where to Get the Best Scare

It’s that time of year again: ghost stories, candy, and haunted houses. I’ve put together a list of five local haunted houses that are a must-see this year. The best part about this list is that all of these haunted attractions are inexpensive and totally worth it if you like being scared. Now, this list is in no particular order, because all of these attractions are pretty awesome. All of...

Top 10 Halloween Films

Here are my top ten Halloween films of all time. These are the kinds of movies you can watch to relive your childhood, or if you’re babysitting on Halloween. DISCLAIMER: This article contains spoilers and does not rank the films in any particular order. Halloweentown / Halloweentown High I absolutely love these Disney movies. Every Halloween weekend, I would sit on my bed and watch these two...

Makeup Monday Tutorial: Amy Winehouse Zombie

This makeup look is great for a more dressed-up costume. The top half of your face will be beautiful, while the bottom half will look like it is decaying. You could put on a sleeveless dress and add bruises to one arm, as well as adding bruising to your neck. Start with a fresh, clean face, and apply a primer. Apply liquid foundation. Make sure the foundation is a true match for you. The...

Hidden Resources on Campus: Staring You Right in the Face

As a senior at Kennesaw State, I’ve learned a lot in my time here. I figured it’s about time I start sharing some of that information with those who may not know the true value of the opportunity that lies ahead of them. Regardless of how many years you have left before graduation, it is important to get involved both on campus and in your local community. There are several ways to do just...

C’s Get Degrees? – 7 Tips for Acing Your Exams

As the semester continues, the weather is getting cooler and the classes are getting harder. The month of October is known all over the nation as “Midterm Month.” Personally, I don’t have any midterms this semester that are in-class exams, but I have had many in the past. I know what it’s like to have issues with buckling down to study, or even reading the chapter you missed from last...

Freshman Finds: Set a Schedule and Take Some Notes

Everyone knows you can’t survive college without a good schedule and a plan for taking notes. But don’t worry: if you feel like your schedule is scattered or that you could have done better on a test if you’d had better notes, that’s okay! Even a month into the semester, it’s very easy to locate the perfect tools for strengthening your schedule, neatening your notes, and getting you...

Roommates: A Bonding Experience

We all have them. Sometimes we don’t choose them. So how do we live with them? Every year, whether your live in the dorms or in an off-campus apartment, there is a new roommate placement. Sometimes you may already know the people you are going to live with, but let’s just say you don’t know any of your roommates. At this point, you’ve talked to them via text or phone call. Move-in day has...