12 Ways to Give Back to Your Community this Holiday
Lindsey Farni, Contributing Writer
December 2, 2017
Filed under Lifestyle
With Christmas, winter break and presents just around the corner, it can be easy to forget about helping others this season. Even though grades, personal well-being and relationships are crucial components of college life, helping and growing our community is also something we should keep in mind. There a...
Bear Bites: Sabor Latino Mexican Restaurant
Will Darragh, Staff Writer
November 16, 2017
Filed under Bear Bites, Lifestyle, Showcase
In the last Bear Bites, I covered a new taqueria downtown that featured impressive authentic street-style tacos. When I read on this restaurant’s website that their recipes had been authenticated by master chefs in the U.S. and Mexico, I had to take a quick five-minute drive up Riverside to try it. ...
Balling on a budget: The best student discounts
Emily Harvey, Contributing Writer
November 12, 2017
Filed under Lifestyle, Showcase
In most cases, you pay to be a student. But, sometimes, it pays to be a student. Student discounts are definitely near the top of the list of college perks, so here are a few businesses, locally and nationally, that will offer discounted rates to Mercer Bears. Local You won’t have to travel far as several businesse...
5 ways to relax without spending money
Blossom Onunekwu, Staff Writer
November 12, 2017
Filed under Health and Wellness, Lifestyle
Want to hear something scary? We have less than two months left of school. Stressed out yet? You’re not the only one. As we near the end of the semester, a sense of urgency and anxiety can be felt around campus. How will I get every assignment in on time? What do I need to study more? Does the pr...
My Week as a Vegetarian
Megan Rosinko, Contributing Writer
November 12, 2017
Filed under Health and Wellness, Lifestyle
One week ago I began an experiment to see what being a vegetarian on Mercer’s campus actually looks like. What I found was disappointing to say the least, but not at all surprising. If you are considering being vegetarian, here are a few things you should expect. Ground Rules I am on the $750 dining dollars me...
Moody Musings: How to make time for everything you committed to
Jayla Moody, Arts & Entertainment Editor
November 8, 2017
Filed under Lifestyle, Moody Musings
I’ve talked to a number of people who have spent their week concerned about how they were going to successfully juggle everything they were signed up for. They were stressed, overwhelmed and completely capable of completing the tasks. They just didn’t have enough time in the day to do so. Mercer...
How to make Thanksgiving dinner in your residence hall
Laurel Huster, Lead Writer
November 6, 2017
Filed under Lifestyle
At this point in the semester, all college students are looking forward to Thanksgiving break. It is the perfect reprieve from a stressful semester before finals season. But, if you just can’t wait for Thanksgiving any longer, throw a dorm room Friendsgiving. These easy residence hall friendly recipes...
Why you should go to the counselor even though you’re not depressed
Blossom Onunekwu, Staff Writer
November 4, 2017
Filed under Health and Wellness, Lifestyle
Mental health has always been a topic that people would rather not think about. From little boys being told not to cry, to older generations thinking mental illnesses aren’t real, the American culture hasn’t been so accepting of mental health. But when you break a leg or an arm, everyone’s sym...
Bear Bites: La Bella Morelia
Will Darragh, Staff Writer
November 2, 2017
Filed under Bear Bites, Lifestyle
Walking down MLK Jr Boulevard, one could easily miss this unassuming restaurant if not for the fake cactus beside the door. From the outside, La Bella Morelia does not appear to be an entrance into the world of authentic mexican cuisine. However, when I walked into La Bella I could see its true charac...
How to survive cold and flu season
Laurel Huster, Lead Writer
November 2, 2017
Filed under Health and Wellness, Lifestyle, Showcase
Unfortunately, it is getting to that point in the semester where everyone starts getting sick. With the weather getting colder, and students becoming more stressed with approaching finals, it seems like getting sick is inevitable. Here are a few tips to help you stay healthy during cold and flu season so ...
Get spooky with this Skeleton makeup How-to
October 31, 2017
Filed under Lifestyle, Showcase, Video
Have you been procrastinating on finding a costume for tonight? Have no fear -- we'll have you spooky in no time. Products (in order of use): Maybelline Fit Me! Foundation Dewy and Smooth in shade 315 Soft Honey Maybelline Fit Me! Pressed Powder in shade 245 Medium Beige L’Oreal Brow St...
Moody Musings: What Inspires You? with Kim Tuyen Dangova
Jayla Moody, Arts & Entertainment Editor
October 30, 2017
Filed under Lifestyle, Moody Musings, Showcase
Everyone we come into contact with, especially in college, is dealing with something we know nothing about. Even the people in high leadership positions with smiles consistently on their face may have darker days and longer nights. We must be willing to pick ourselves up on these days and remember t...
