In one week, most of us will be heading home for the Thanksgiving holiday. Traditionally, this entails a large turkey and enough side dishes to put a buffet to shame. After a semester’s worth of dining hall food, pigging out next Thursday seems like a wonderful idea. But if the health-nut in you is cringing [...]

As students, one of the many benefits you receive is access to the Physical Enhancement Center. While it is centrally located on campus and doesn’t require a membership or monthly fees, working out in a gym-type setting may not be for everyone. If you find yourself tired of having to call ahead for a treadmill, [...]

Did you come to the College already in a committed relationship? Or did you hope to meet someone new? For many, college opens the door to dating and new romantic relationships. Some students bring prior experience with them to the dating pool; others are just getting their feet wet. A handful of students may even [...]

The weather is starting to get colder, and the sky is dark by 7 p.m. We are settling into fall, and cold and flu season are right around the corner. You might have just packed away your flip-flops and skirts, but it’s never too early to begin thinking about health measures you can take to [...]

In high school, your parents were probably in control of the major decisions in your life: How late could you stay out? Who were you allowed to go out with? Where were you allowed to hang out? Now that you’re in college, and away from home, the responsibility of making good decisions falls upon you.
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Now that September is behind you, the routine of life at the College has set in. Your inbox is clean, you’re making smarter meal choices and you know where to work out on campus – but maybe you’re still feeling stressed. With most to-do lists longer than your syllabi, it is a wonder if you [...]

A busy schedule prevents many students from sitting down and having a well-balanced meal during the day. More often than not, we run into the Brower Student Center or the Library Café to pick up what we can grab on the run. Long lines, time constraints and other obligations prevent most students from selecting healthy [...]

Getting your own e-mail address courtesy of the College might seem nice at first – you don’t have to use your personal e-mail address for academics, you can quickly find your classmates’ e-mail addresses on SOCS, and most importantly, it allowed you to join the the College’s network on Facebook. But if you are finding [...]

By Andrea Thyrring
Staff Writer
Now that a full week has gone by, you should be settling into your school-year groove. Wake up, go to class, get lunch, go to the gym or another class… It goes on and on. If you are feeling a bit overwhelmed and have not hit your stride yet, don’t worry. Getting [...]

The first week back at college — full of friends, parties and T-Dubs dinners. You may have spent the last three months taking time for yourself, but with school back in session, your time commitments may have your wellness on the back burner. With all of the resources available to you, and a couple [...]

With the weather getting nicer, many are moving to their favorite outdoor sports. If you’re worried about shirking your gym routine in favor of spending time in the sun, rest assured. Many of your favorite summer sports and outdoor activities provide an excellent workout.
Tennis is a fun, competitive sport that you can carry outdoors after [...]

Many students come into college knowing of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), yet do not know the signs or symptoms if they were to have one. Even worse, many students may find themselves uneducated on the contraction, prevention and care of STDs. Rather than let misinformation lead to myth, I believe it is beneficial for college-aged [...]

The weather is getting warmer, which means it’s time for sundresses, shorts and tank tops. But as you get dressed in the morning, don’t forget an important step — sunscreen. While at least 15 minutes of unblocked sunlight outside of peak hours (before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m.) provides your body with needed vitamin [...]

A regular fitness schedule increases strength, flexibility and stamina — all things you need in the bedroom. Did you know that a number of exercises could actually enhance your intimate experiences? According to Discoveryhealth.com, regular exercise revs up hormones and increases blood flow to the genitals. Include these poses and exercises in your normal workouts, [...]