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Top 5 things that haven’t been pumpkin-spiced but should be

By Annie Mester | November 16, 2014

The Spice Girls were prematurely on to something with their song “Spice Up Your Life.” Sure, maybe they were talking about adding some pep into their dance parties, but roll with my creative liberty here. Pretend they were talking about the ginger-nutmeg-cinnamon-allspice combo — almost as hot as Victoria Beckham herself — and shaking said combo to the left.

John's column runs biweekly Fridays. He can be reached at j.benenati@cavalierdaily.com. 
Life

Napper’s delight

By John Benenati | November 13, 2014

It’s at least an hour too early in the morning and my calculus professor is explaining three-dimensional functions in a calming, rhythmic voice.

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

Make room for reading

By Mary Long | November 13, 2014

I’m an English person—always have been, always will be. Perhaps that makes me biased, but I believe that there are benefits to be reaped from reading solely for pleasure.

Allie's column runs biweekly Thursdays. She can be reached at a.lank@cavalierdaily.com. 
Life

Which cover letter is better?

By Allison Lank | November 13, 2014

As friends begin to receive offers and chatter circulates around interviews and applications, I’ve begun to feel the pressure mounting. Still, I’ve managed to avoid putting pen to paper and writing my first cover letter.

Abigail’s column runs biweekly Wednesdays. She can be reached at a.lague@cavalierdaily.com.
Life

Nerdy purchases

By Abigail Lague | November 12, 2014

There are two types of spenders: the Mr. Krabs and the Squanderer. The Mr. Krabs is distinguished by chronic neck and back pain due to a lumpy mattress stuffed with oodles and oodles of cash.

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

T-shirt tension

By Kristin Murtha | November 10, 2014

While I did not enjoy much about the college road trips that peppered the last two years of my high school experience, I was at least sure of one thing: every time I folded myself into the back seat of my parent’s car and took off towards another campus tour, I would be return with a new piece of college paraphernalia.

Life

​How to Write a Cover Letter

By Reade Pickert | November 10, 2014

Just as important as the resume in the job or internship application process is the cover letter, which allows applicants to present themselves as a good candidate for a specific position.

The University Internship Programs offers students the chance to gain professional experience while taking a course related to their work. 
Life

A four-credit taste of the real world

By Jane Winthrop | November 9, 2014

Since its start in 1976, the University Internship Programs has provided students with the unique opportunity to combine the professional sphere with classroom learning under the guidance of professors.

UCS offers workshops to help students with their resumes in preparation for job and internship searches. 
Life

Resume writing tips

By Allison Turner | November 9, 2014

Resume writing workshops are one of the many valuable resources available through University Career Services (UCS). Imani Nichols, Career Peer Educator and second-year in the College, offers quick tips and information about resumes, cover letters, and how UCS can help in the job hunt. “Employers are only looking at your resume for about 30 seconds,” Nichols said.

Christian’s column runs biweekly Fridays. He can be reached at c.hecht@cavalierdaily.com.
Life

Quiet please

By Christian Hecht | November 7, 2014

There are two kinds of libraries in this world. The first is a library of hushes, one with people nervously tiptoeing around, clutching their library card, looking for a book to bring home.

Life

Last moments that last

By Caroline Trezza | November 6, 2014

I had a Last Moment this week. Last Moments (patent pending) are fourth-year realizations experiences whilst completing a particular activity or participating in a given event for the last time.

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