September 2, 2010

Top ten ways to simplify your digital life

By Fritz Klug
News Editor

Here are some tips that I have put into practice in easing my digital lifestyle.

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Seven tips for dealing with roommates

By Ashley Wioskowski
Editor in chief


The best college horror stories can come from tribulations of dealing with roommates. One day you’re roommate can be your best friend; the next minute, you’re contacting a lawyer.

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The balancing act

By Nathan Norton
Western Herald

Walking the tightrope between school and life can be tricky, especially for the whippersnapping freshmen out there who have yet to figure out how to either not party every single weekend or sequester themselves in front of the laptop every night, cramming for classes.

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Living thrifty

By Joe Stando
Western Herald

Let’s face it. The economy isn’t in the greatest shape these days. Times are tough on everybody, and as college students, our wallets are lighter than ever. However, there are still a lot of ways to save money every day, in a lot of different places.

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Home décor on a college student’s budget

By Katie White
Western Herald

My home, no matter what form, is my haven. And having a mother who has a penchant for home decorating, I’ve learned a thing or two. I also firmly believe that you can have classy taste without succumbing to college style.

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How to cut living costs

Money saving options for college students By Nora Strehl Western Herald Even though the best of this bitter winter is behind West Michigan, winter’s cold chill is not gone just yet. Don’t expect utility bills to be shrinking anytime soon, either. As soon as those high heating bills are out of the way, the high [...]

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Residents halls look to bring students back to campus

By Ashley Wioskowski News Editor As the school year draws to a close, student have to think about where they will live next year. Two choices usually come to mind, moving to a house or an apartment. They do not even think twice about coming back to campus. However, the Office of Resident Life is [...]

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House buying 101

By Nate Coe Western Herald One thing college students get to look forward to after graduating from college is purchasing a home, which is a big step. Many students can be unsure and unaware of what to do. Greg Kalush, a Western Michigan University alumnus and senior loan officer at Northern Mortgage, offers students a [...]

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Houses versus apartments

Students have multiple choices when living near campus By Ed Waller Western Herald For most college students, life after the dorms tends to lead to living in a house or an apartment, but for those students that do not know which type of establishment they want to live in, it sometimes is useful to hear [...]

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Living away from home, one step at a time

By Melissa Nichols Western Herald It’s that time of the year again. Starting in February, Western Michigan University students have started making plans for where they will live next year. There are many options, and students have the choice of living on-campus or off-campus. There are various perks and disadvantages to both options, but following [...]

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