Life Hacks

Whether you are moving out of your parent’s house for the first time or are on your third or fourth roommate in college, picking the right person to live with can be stressful. So much thought goes into choosing the perfect roommate, and if you have never lived with anyone but your parents, you might […]

After your time living on campus comes to a close, moving into your first apartment off campus can be a big step. While it requires careful planning and consideration, it comes with a more independent living style and the ability to decorate and furnish your apartment however you please. Giving you more freedom and privacy, […]

In the age of digital media, where our phones are connected to our hands, going through your digital library and maintaining your apps is essential. Spring cleaning is no longer just for the physical world; it also applies to your digital life. It’s easy to accumulate clutter on devices and harder to know when to […]

With a lively campus full of people, it can be hard to find a quiet and serene study spot to call your own or even a place to hang out that is not your dorm or the bars. The library is always the obvious choice for studying, but what if you want a little more […]

As a freshman, new student, or even a seasoned pro, making your way on the UIUC campus and remembering where everything is on such a large campus can be impossible. It’s essential to make your life easier with some tips and tricks to help you maneuver campus and make your college life seamless and enjoyable.  […]

With the Holidays right around the corner, everyone is already running to the stores, stressed about gift-giving. This tedious task comes every year, leaving your wallets feeling emptier than ever! We all know gift-giving isn’t the true point of the Holidays, but it’s hard to avoid the want to give everyone the best gift you […]

What’s for dinner? If you’re in college, you know the drill. Doubt your fridge is full, so where do you go? Scrolling on DoorDash is easy, but picking the best option sometimes isn’t.  But one type of food you can never go wrong with eating hits exceptionally well on a late night in college when […]

College can be a challenging time on everyone’s wallets. It’s one thing to pay for tuition and books, but what about beer?! College students are some of the most likely to take part-time and side hustles to help fund their college experiences without calling mom and dad and asking for an allowance.  Earning your own […]

With the end of another school year in sight, many students are already considering their options and living situations at UIUC or have already signed on to future leases. With so much to consider after leaving the dorms, it’s essential to evaluate the space you want and needs to function and enjoy your future school […]

Like many other UIUC students and people sharing close living quarters during the winter, you may be feeling the implications of dry or poor quality air in your home. With people constantly breathing, dust floating around, and pets to worry about, you may be concerned about the air quality you’re breathing in your home. In […]