Leenika Belfield-Martin | Lifestyle Editor Unsplash User Manan Chhabra College is the time to develop professional skills and lifelong relationships. Unfortunately, many students also develop some unhealthy practices during things during this time: bad habits. And, like many things, these can stick with you for life. Here are five of the worst ones to have: Bad Habit number 1: Impulse buying  If you have gone to Target to purchase one thing and left with 20, you may have an impulse buying issue. Impulse buying is “the buying of goods without planning to do so in advance, as a result of … Continue reading Five bad habits for college students to avoid

Gabrielle Tazewell | Lifestyle Editor Unsplash User Manan Chhabra Although we are currently still enduring winter, the time has come to start thinking about our plans for Spring Break 2019. But rather than just discussing some of our fellow Hamptonians’ plans, let’s share some tips to planning your break. These tips include how to efficiently pack without overpacking, finding the cheapest plane tickets and finding fun attractions. When it comes to packing, we all have issues in regards to selecting and storing our belongings. The first tip for packing is to separate and differentiate. Separating and differentiating will help you … Continue reading Spring break or bust

Mia Concepcion | Staff Writer CreateHer Stock Falling in love with yourself should always happen before falling in love with somebody else. If we fail to show ourselves the unconditional love we seek from other sources, we cannot teach other people how to love us correctly. As Valentine’s Day approaches, many people are preoccupied with the thought of romantic partners. That is not necessary. Before this upcoming holiday, learn how to be your own valentine if you have not yet met your match. To be your own valentine, you must shower yourself with the love that you wish to receive. … Continue reading Be your own valentine

Gabrielle Tazewell | Staff Writer Flickr User Carl Welch Natural hair in the black community has been pushed under the rug for years. Due to the media’s influence, many black people believe that straight hair is the only style that can be considered beautiful and accepted by society. What’s truly beautiful about the brown girl is the fact that she can rock all styles, shapes and looks without caring about what others think. Although there is still more progress to be made, black women are feeling more confident in their skin and hair. It’s a confidence that has been hidden … Continue reading Kinks and curls: Transitioning your hair