What is a credit score, even? A credit score is a number, typically ranging from 300-850, that evaluates how much risk there is in lending a person money based on factors such as payment history, amounts owed, length of credit history, new credit and credit mix. Your score falls into a range that may be […]
Author: Kelsey Bruce
Face Off: Time to read
Rick Esner There’s always time to read Listen, I get it. Being a college student is time-consuming. Students have their classwork, jobs, volunteering and whatever else they are doing to be successful in their academic career. However, at the end of the day, reading for pleasure is considered entertainment. If you have time to binge-watch […]
Make a resolution to stop judging people who make resolutions
It’s 2020! Time to finally hit the gym, start meditating, get back into art — wait. Stop and think. If while reading that sentence, you immediately started to think something along the lines of “Ugh, I hate the New Year’s resolution people,” or “That’s so annoying. If you want to change, you’d change before January,” […]
Declutter your space, declutter your mind
As the New Year begins, you don’t want to let remnants of 2019 drag you down. Sometimes, we keep things around out of habit or comfort without any true regard to how they impact our mental and emotional health. For some people, it is especially hard to let go. Here are a few innovative tips […]
Escape to Margaritaville
Regionally, you are crafting a show and you know the audience that you’re going to get. Nationally, especially with Margaritaville, we really get to see how different parts of the country respond to different things. Orlando has been really different than say, D.C. To get to bring it somewhere else helps to keep it fresh. […]
Podcasts to put in your playlist
Winter break is coming up, which means it’s time to fill your queue with stimulating podcasts that don’t turn your brain to mush. There’s a variety of podcasts out there for everyone, all focusing on different topics, some being more niche than others. Because the holidays are coming up, some will definitely delve into different […]
Native American artforms
As it is Native American Heritage month, now is the perfect time to appreciate art forms that originate from Native American culture. Different tribes have different traditions, and while the exact origin of some traditions are not always clear, it’s still important to acknowledge the cultural significance they hold. That said, here is more information […]
Budgeting for the holidays
Winter is coming, and for many people, that means a whole lot of holidays. Lots of holidays traditionally require gifts, which can be tough to afford for even the most financially stable fellow. Here are some tips to make the most out of your winter — and your wallet. Plan ahead Before anything, make […]
Find a platform for your art
A lot of students are also creators, and on a college budget, making money off the art we create certainly has an appeal. More than that, knowing that someone out there might be experiencing and loving your art is a wonderful feeling. Still, when it comes to publishing poetry or selling paintings, it can […]
Craft your own greeting cards
While not everyone feels the need to pair a gift with a greeting card, many believe a personalized message gives a gift more depth. However, buying multiple greeting cards can add up fast, so a great way to incorporate them into your holiday season is to make your own. They’ll look great and add a […]