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The Game of Life

As a kid I loved playing the Game of Life. I could get a cool job, earn a lot of money, live in a nice house, get married and have kids all with the spin of wheel.


Kelly's column runs biweekly Tuesdays. She can be reached at k.seegers@cavalierdaily.com. 
Life

All the small things

This semester, as a part of a project for one of my classes, I have been reading and transcribing letters my Grandparents wrote to each other during World War II.


NOF, a part of the Orphan Network, serves around 380 orphaned children in Nicaragua, and provides them with food, shelter and education.
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No shoes? No problem

This week, students faced glass-littered streets and gum-covered sidewalks with bare feet and a mind set on one goal – to raise awareness for orphans in Nicaragua.


“There’s something just really fun and beautiful to be in a drum circle in [Old] Cabell Hall in the middle of the week,” Jospe said.
Life

Hidden gem classes you should be taking

As over-zealous, soon-to-be first-years fill Grounds during Days on the Lawn season, many are likely thinking about what classes they have to take to take to fill requirements for a major they may soon change.


Mary's columns run biweekly Thursdays. She can be reached at m.long@cavalierdaily.com.
Life

Half the things I wanted to say

“Say what you mean, and mean what you say,” is the overused and cliché way to explain this. “Be deliberate,” at least in my mind, has a more attractive ring to it.


Life

A danger posed by Fitbit

I’m becoming increasingly convinced I may be one of the few remaining non-Fitbit owners left as I walk around on Grounds and see the recognizable bands on nearly everyone’s wrists.


Pride week began with Drag Bingo, hosted by QSU featuring prizes and music. 
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LGBTQ Center hosts Pride Week

Students unite to share their experiences of being LGBTQ or an advocate during Pride Week, formerly known as Proud to Be Out Week, which began April 8 and runs through April 16.


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Latest Podcast

The University’s Orientation and Transition programs are vital to supporting first year and transfer students throughout their entire transition to college. But much of their work goes into planning summer orientation sessions. Funlola Fagbohun, associate director of the first year experience, describes her experience working with OTP and how she strives to create a welcoming environment for first-years during orientation and beyond. Along with her role as associate director, summer Orientation leaders and OTP staff work continually to provide a safe and memorable experience for incoming students.