by Shannon K. Auringer | Mar 6, 2014 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle
Routine can be a student’s best friend when trying to balance the heavy load of academics and the responsibilities of real life. Getting a consistent rhythm going can ensure that everything gets done on time and can help minimize stress. But what happens when things...
by Shannon K. Auringer | Jan 30, 2014 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle
From the moment your feet first hit the floor in the morning, it’s go-time. Getting showered up, fed, and off to school or work seems to dominate the daily grind. As the day pushes on, there are a few intermittent moments only long enough to grab a coffee and recharge...
by Shannon K. Auringer | Jan 16, 2014 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle
Five, four, three, two, one . . . HAPPY NEW YEAR! Auld Lang Syne blares through the air while partygoers kiss and hug their way around the room. This is the moment where everyone is a friend and bygones become bygones. It is the first day of a new year and a clean...
by Shannon K. Auringer | Dec 5, 2013 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle
As the month of December starts to poke its toes quietly around the corner, the reality of Christmas is quickly closing in. With this comes the tantalizing tickle of childhood memories of eggnog, gingerbread cookies, and presents. Most of us remember vividly how hard...
by Shannon K. Auringer | Nov 21, 2013 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle
The door looms tall and foreboding in front of you, your fingers loosely touching the cold metal knob, while you draw in a quick deep breath before turning the handle. You’re not asking for much, just a week off at Christmas, so you can fly home to see your family....