Slaughter The Caf
A washer and dryer. A bathroom not shared with 20 people. A bed larger than a shoe box. These are all things that college students will miss as they head back to school. For some, these luxuries pale in comparison to another comfort of home: real food. You can cope with this, however. Whether you’re…
Get a Move On
With today’s skyrocketing oil prices, the coming-of-age journey to college is getting more and more costly, sometimes limiting which college a student chooses. No longer can you throw everything but the kitchen sink into the trunk of your car and hightail it to freedom-land. In our current economic state, you have to plan ahead and…
Poli-Science Spree
Voting among people ages 17-29 has increased substantially in recent years. According to Circle, a non-partisan group that encourages civic engagement, youth voting increased from 22 percent to 25 percent between the 2002 and 2006 elections. Texas has already seen an impressive youth turnout in this year’s election. Seventeen percent of Texans under 30 turned…
Dorm Decor
Clashing with your new college roommate over some decisions is inevitable, but creating a comfy dorm room doesn’t have to be one of them. Keep four budget-friendly tips in mind when shopping for your new room to enjoy smooth sailing ’till graduation. Most college dorms are a tight squeeze, so bunk your beds to fit a…
Alternate Universe
Today’s high-school seniors are pre-programmed with the idea that they must graduate, attend a four-year university, rack up debt, and graduate again. They do all this in hope of landing their dream job. Some students, however, are realizing that their preferred profession isn’t something taught in a traditional, four-year college. They turn to alternative schools…
Electric Companies
With a failing economy, burgeoning credit problems, and companies laying off workers right and left, it’s daunting for young college grads to jump headfirst into our depressing job market. Evading student-loan collectors after a pricey four years is no fun, but even worse is the thought that a degree you might not use could decimate…
Field Trips
Live Music White Rabbit A staple of the local music scene, the White Rabbit makes San Antonio a definite tour stop. Beloved by scenesters and recognized by touring bands around the world, the live-music venue plays host to all genres of rock, but metal and hardcore are definitely a stronghold. The Rabbit has been raising…
