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April 3, 2014 | Volume 3, Issue 24 | Orlando, FL

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MILEY CYRUS: BANGERZ TOUR REVIEW page 3 UCF BLOGGERS page 4 SUMMERTIME FITNESS page 6

THE LADIES OF KAPPA DELTA HOST THEIR ANNUAL SHAMROCK 5K! Photo Cred; Erica Juliano

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CASSIE WILKINSON Zeta Tau Alpha

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MILEY CYRUS: BANGERZ TOUR REVIEW

the front row, drank more water and spit it out all over the crowd. She proceeded to tell the audience that she wished she could “get everyone wet tonight.”

Most of her outfits consisted of a detailed, skimpy leotard with add-ons like a neon yellow fur coat or a shimmering red open gown that was eventually ripped off. Her back-up dancers included small people, giant dancing furry bears and people who define the word “twerk.”

For the song, “Adore You,” Cyrus told the crowd that she needed their help. If they came with a boyfriend, girlfriend or someone they really wanted to make out with, then they should turn to that person and do it during the song. As she sang, cameramen went around the crowd and filmed couples making out, which appeared on the large screen behind Cyrus. You can only imagine the things that were projected up on that screen.

A floating hot dog, a Miley tongue slide and a giant gray wolf were just a few of the ridiculous and outrageous stage props from Miley Cyrus’ Bangerz Tour. Cyrus performed at the Amway Center on March 24 with opening guests, Icona Pop.

Towards the end of the concert, Cyrus went out to the small stage in the middle of the crowd to perform a few intimate songs, including Dolly Parton’s “Jolene,” Lana Del Rey’s “Summertime Sadness,” and Coldplay’s “The Scientist.”

HEATHER HENDERSON Kappa Kappa Gamma

Heather is a sophomore studying journalism and marketing.

Yo u m a y c o n t a c t h e r a t heather51013@knights.ucf.edu.

Cyrus’ performance with Robin Thicke, at the Video Music Awards just a few months ago, was just a taste of what you’ll see on her tour. Her performance definitely wasn’t lacking in twerking, cursing or crotch-grabbing and might be a shock to those who still picture Cyrus in her Hannah Montana stage.

Cyrus was as crazy as you would assume – times ten. In between two songs, she took a break to drink water and talk to the crowd. Then she went over to

Besides those songs, the only other song she performed that wasn’t from her Bangerz album was “Can’t Be Tamed,” which fit in perfectly with the theme of the show.

She finished off the concert by performing “Someone Else” while riding around in the air above the crowd on a giant hot dog, then went into her encore with her two most popular songs, “We Can’t Stop,” followed by “Wrecking Ball.” The only thing that was surprisingly missing was Cyrus swinging from a wrecking ball prop on stage.

Whether you’re into Cyrus’ music or not, her concert was still great entertainment. You might enjoy it or just laugh at all the ridiculous things you see on and off stage but, regardless, it’s bound to be two hours of crazy madness that you won’t forget.

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UCF BLOGGER

Blogging has taken over the online community.

It’s a fun and easy way to express yourself through writing, photos and videos, or a combination of all three.

HEATHER HENDERSON Kappa Kappa Gamma

Heather is a sophomore studying journalism and marketing.

Yo u m a y c o n t a c t h e r a t heather51013@knights.ucf.edu.

Whether you’re a journalism major or an engineering major, anyone is welcome to start their own blog. It can be as widespread as a lifestyle blog, or as specific as a personal fashion blog. Whatever topic(s) you’re interested in, you can blog about!

Newbie blogger, Rachel Cole, describes her blog as a mix of everything.

Everyone has his or her own techniques when it comes to blogging and there’s no right or wrong way to do it. Sometimes the hardest part is just starting out.

“I would say the hardest part about blogging is finding the time when I am in the ‘zone.’

I find that I write the best and come up with my favorite posts when I am not necessarily planning on blogging,” said Snyder.

Blogging also comes with perks too. Through blogs, you are able to voice your opinions and thoughts and connect with other bloggers all around the world.

“I love connecting with people with my words and it makes me so happy when I get feedback from others. Blogging is kind of like a relationship – you just put everything out there and wait to see what works and doesn’t,” said Cole.

Fashion-based blogger, Rachel Whitton, admitted that she started her blog because she was tired of seeing other people be so successful at something that she’s passionate about.

“My blog is inspirational and fun with a twist of professional advice, tech talk and my adventures in the world of radio. I love everything that has to do with nature, the entertainment industry, social media, health, reading, food and animals,” said Cole.

“I am hoping my blog becomes so successful that designers start sending me clothes to feature – but I’ve got a long ways to go before that!” said Whitton.

Other blogs tend to be more specific. Morgan Snyder is studying abroad for the Spring semester in London. She started a blog to keep her family and friends back home updated on her travels and experiences abroad, but gave her blog the name “Spoonful of Sugar” so that she can continue to blog once she returns to Florida.

The biggest thing to remember when you’re starting your own blog is to not be afraid.

Although it may seem awkward or unfamiliar at first, it’s easy to catch on and get wrapped up in your blog. You can make your blog into whatever you want it to be and there’s no need to sweat the small stuff.

One of the best parts about managing your own blog is that you are your own boss. You have no one to report to and you can post however frequently you want.

“Once you stop nitpicking everything and really start writing, people will flock to it no matter what it looks like,” said Whitton.

“I love that my blog is completely mine. I can write whatever I want, whenever I want, and if people don’t want to read it, that’s fine too. I also love that each time I write a post I feel more and more connected to the blog,” said Snyder.

You can find these women’s blog at the addresses below: Rachel Cole - http:// rachelmpcole.com/ Morgan Snyder - http://www.morganleighsnyder.com Rachel Whitton - http://www.rachelwhitton.com

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SUMMERTIME FITNESS What better time than summer to get into shape?

Summer is just around the corner,so it’s time to get active and healthy!

CASSIE WILKINSON Zeta Tau Alpha

Cassie is a junior studying EnglishSummer is a great creative writing. You may contact time to get into the best her at cwilk92@knights.ucf.edu. shape of your life! There are so many different activities you can participate in that are great ways to shed off those extra few pounds. It often gets boring going to the gym each day and doing the same work out indoors. However, summer gives you the opportunity to work out in the beautiful outdoors.

Florida is known for its beautiful beaches and the beach is a great place to start a summer workout routine. There are many different types of fitness activities you can participate in on the beach.

Yoga is a great option on the beach because the beach creates a peaceful and serene environment. The calmness of the waves and cool ocean air are perfect ways to relax and enjoy doing yoga poses. You can also play beach volleyball and jog or walk on the beach. These are all great ways to stay fit while enjoying a nice summer on the beach.

The summer also means a lot of pool time, which is a great way to get in your aerobic exercise. You can do a variety of exercises in the pool by simply using a pool noodle. You can also do the most obvious exercise in the pool – swim laps. Exercise done in the pool is a fun and easy way to stay fit.

Other sports that are great to do in the water include surfing, wakeboarding, paddle boarding and kayaking. Kayaking and paddle boarding are great for working on upper body and arm strength. Wakeboarding and surfing are great ways to work your core and also help with overall body strength and balance.

If you have dogs, walking them around your neighborhood or a community park is another great way to get some exercise. Although walking is a subtle way to get into shape, it is still a great option for some lighter exercise activity.

Your dog will be getting exercise, as well, which is an added bonus.

Biking is another wonderful way to get some exercise this summer. Whether you like to bike hardcore or just bike around your community, it is a great way to get your heart rate up and work on those leg muscles! I would even recommend trying to bike up large hills so that you can really work out your legs and get your adrenaline pumping.

For those adventurous people out there, hiking is a great way to get into shape. Check your local community to see if there are any trails that you can follow. Hiking is an excellent way to burn off those extra calories and really train your heart to undergo more severe training. You can even take your bike on the hiking trail to get an even more intense workout.

Summer is a great time to get fit and have fun while doing it! The warm weather will automatically put you in a good mood, which will make you want to work out that much harder!

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ARE YOU FINISHING IN LAST PLACE? jobs. You aren’t going to be walking down KAILEE SMITH Fifth Avenue on your Zeta Tau Alpha summer vacay and brush shoulders with Kailee is a senior studying interpersonal organizational Simon Cowell and he communications. You may contact offers you a position as her at kaileesmith21@aol.com. a judge on X Factor. Take the initiative and look up, I mean stalk, every possible position in every possible city you’d be willing to take. Taking action is what will get you a solid post-grad job. Sitting back and letting life figure it out might not be the brightest idea.

Ladies and gents of the gradating spring class, your time is quickly coming to an end. We are just about hitting that home stretch or, in other words, the last month of your college career. Did the last four years of your life just flash before your eyes? Good, good. That means we are on the same page.

As a graduating senior there are about three routes you could take, at this point. You might be the student who has been prepared for this moment since fall semester. You have internships or jobs lined up directly following graduation. You also have a polished resume and more connections than you can count on two hands.

If you’re shaking your head and rolling your eyes, you’re probably the student who falls in the middle. You aren’t exactly delusional when it comes to post-graduation plans, but you’re tired of applying for every position that includes the words “media” or “writing.” You’ve actually resorted to Netflix to ease your frustration.

Now, if you don’t fall under either of these, you’re the student who is just realizing that in four short weeks your parents are cutting you off and it’s time to start paying for your own vodka tonics. But hey, no shame, you could always hang around for a year and do that fifth year victory lap, right?

Regardless of where you fall, even if you’ve fallen into the deepest black hole, there is a way out. Allow me to enlighten you on the simple things you can do to make post-graduation not look like an arch nemesis.

First things first. Dress up your resume. If you want to score your dream job that you’ve been eyeing ever since that one girl from the older pledge class starting working as P Diddy’s back up dancer, you can. Your resume is key to getting the job you want. It’s what is selling you to your future employers. If you don’t have a dazzling personality, then your resume is also your lifeline.

Put down the positions you’ve held that actually correspond to the jobs you’re looking for.

This is going to seem obvious, but you’d be surprised by how many students take procrastination to another level. I’ll lay this down easy – apply for

Another road to take is looking into some last minute internships. If you’re the student who feels like you may not have gotten enough experience in your field, take an internship. Do you feel like your resume doesn’t even touch base with your job interests? Take an internship. Or are you the student who didn’t do a single internship in those four year of school and now you don’t even know if your major is what you want to do? Take an internship. This is your one way of taking one last practice round before the real thing kicks in. This is also risky because a lot of companies don’t offer internships to grad students.

Do your parents a favor and don’t slack hard in your last semester. I know it’s your last semester of being an irresponsible college student but, remember, you did work for something. You don’t want to throw it all away because you decided to take nine tequila shots the night before your Chem II exam and now you’re starring at another semester because you failed a mandatory class. Bad move. There’s plenty of room for those nine tequila shots on a night when you don’t have obligations the next day. Remember how much you hate student loans.

If you are one of those students who has been making connections since your freshman year, it’s time to start connecting with those connections. Are you embarrassed because you’ve hoarded that one email from 2012, when you were looking for a summer internship and they said keep in touch? Don’t be.

It’s time for you to shoot them that email you’ve been anticipating on sending for the last three months. Reach out to anybody and everybody you know, or barely know, who can help you. If you want a specific job, don’t expect it to be easy. Spend time thinking about who you’ve come in contact with over the years that can hook it up. Talk to them.

Hopefully, you have more of an idea of what you need to do to stay afloat and not finish in last place. Remember, you’ve been working at this for four (or more) years. Finish strong and be proud of what you have accomplished.

Keep in mind that everyone around you is probably feeling the exact same way as you, so don’t hesitate to ask for advice.

Now one last thing, just because graduation is to be taken seriously, doesn’t mean you should pregame for your ceremony…or does it?

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FLIRTING 101 We’re way past guys buying us a drink at the bar as a sign of flirtation. This is primarily because UCF’s drink specials are disgusting and $5 will get you enough alcohol to intoxicate a baby elephant.

These sickening drink specials are just giving guys the opportunity to be “creative” in their approaches to starting a conversation with girls.

ALEXA RODRIGUEZ Zeta Tau Alpha

Alexa is a senior studying broadcast journalism. You may contact her at rodriguez.alexa@knights.ucf.edu.

Now, some approaches are the perfect combination of attention grabbing, witty and adorable. To those guys, I applaud you. Please hold an informative seminar to teach the rest of the male population how to not freak out every girl at the bar. Also, come talk to me sometime.

Unfortunately, the majority of these pick up attempts are awkward, creepy and make us grab the first guy standing next to us to tell you he’s our boyfriend. Maybe it’s the free bottle of vodka they basically handed you when you walked through the door? Maybe it’s a funny bet you have going on with your friend who is laughing in the corner? Whatever the reason, we really appreciate the fact that you think we’re pretty enough to come and talk to us, but we’re more appreciative that you just gave us a great story we can laugh about with our friends for the next year and a half.

Here are some ways you should NOT try and start a conversation with girls at the bar.

1. Make fun of an article of clothing we’re wearing. It took me, like, two hours to get ready.

My entire closet is on my floor because I tried everything on twice before I finally decided this was the outfit I will catch my dream man in. Yes, I’ve made some questionable fashion choices in the past, but I think I look good tonight. When you tell me I look “like an injured civil war soldier” because of the white lace headband I’m wearing in my attempt to be the perfect combination of trendy and cute, I die a little inside. Then I become enraged. Then I ask you where you got your Affliction t-shirt from and punch you in the face. I burned the headband, by the way.

2. Take our phones. If I show you something on my phone, don’t take it. It’s not cute. Both of us look like idiots as you dangle my phone in the air and laugh at me while I jump up and down trying to get it like a dog begging for a treat. What if you drop it and the screen cracks?

Have you thought that far in advanced? Because I have and I can assure you that you’re paying for the repair job.

3. Photo-bomb our pictures. Like, why? We’re doing our best Miley Cyrus impersonations and then there’s your face in a weird distorted expression in the corner of my photo. I was going to instagram that, but now I can’t. What do you think is going to happen next? I’ll turn around and thank you? Then we will get deep into conversation about the art of photobombing and team up against other people? No. 4. Tell us you’re on a sports team. Good for you. I’m a regular at this bar so, really, who is more famous? If it’s a known stereotype that the majority of women don’t know a lot about sports then what exactly are we going to talk about if you open with “I don’t mean to brag, but I’m on the men’s water polo team.” Okay. That’s the one with the pool, right?

5. Make fun of a part of our bodies that we’re really insecure about. “That girl has a hairy back.” I wish I was kidding. He then tried talking to the girl and she told him to walk away because he made fun of her hairy back. He proceeded to tell her he thought it was cute and that he was fat, so it was okay. He showed her his stomach. Security, please.

6. Order us a drink we don’t want. I just told you that I do not like whiskey. But yes, by all means, order me a shot of whiskey. You think it’s going to be funny and cute when I make a

weird face and say, “Ugh, I hate you,” afterwards. Jokes on you, mister. Either you’re drinking it or the floor is.

7. Promise or ask us something ridiculous. “Want to help me take down my Christmas tree?” or “I’ll take you to Waffle House later tonight and then fly you out to California to stay with me for a few days.” Yeah, thanks, but no thanks.

This just scratches the surface. A girl told me that a guy took her hand into his and then licked it.

That’s nice. Now, if you’ll excuse me, I’m going to go wash my hands with Clorox.

In guys’ defense, we women completely encourage it. I see so many girls laughing and play fighting with boys while they’re doing all of these ridiculous pick up attempts. Don’t play along and then turn to me and say, “Seriously, what was that? Creep.”

I know we like to think Prince Charming is going to walk into the bar and win us over with a quick-witted pick up line but, honestly, he’s not. Stick to the basics and maybe we can have an actual conversation that doesn’t involve the words “shut up,” “I hate you” and “STOOOP”.

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STAYING SANE AND SURVIVING SPRING SEMESTER

4. No more guilt tripping, soon. In a short four weeks, you won’t have to feel guilty about binging on Netflix for hours instead of reading those two chapters you were supposed to.

5. Home cooked food. Making the switch from a diet of beef jerky and Red Bull to actual home cooked meals is enough motivation to power through the last month of the semester.

Powering through these next four weeks may be difficult, but they will be worth it! Just keep motivating yourself in positive ways and try not to think about the week of hell, otherwise known as finals week, that’s stopping you from summer.

The final month of spring semester approaching means that there are only four weeks to contend with the frightening realization that finals are coming up.

MELISSA PROCKO Zeta Tau Alpha

Melissa is a freshman studying anthropology. You may contact her at mprocko@knights.ucf.edu.

While finals may be a breeze for some people, for others it’s like facing a hurricane.

To help out the latter, here are five things to think about to motivate you up to finals week.

1. The end of finals welcomes the beginning of summer. While that may mean only more classes for some people, others get to relax at home and not have to worry about those pesky classes.

2. One more month until a fresh start. Keep that in mind for that one professor or class that you just can’t stand.

3. There’s always a way to relieve that feeling of torture. While finals week and the weeks leading up to it may be actual torture, maybe the BuzzFeed post of hot guy celebrities motivating you will resurface to give you that extra push you need. One can only dream.

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THE NEWEST FITNESS PLAN: TONE IT UP The nutrition plan includes exclusive tips, recipes and guidance from the Karena and Katrina.

Although it’s a bit of an investment at $150, once you purchase the nutrition plan, you’re considered a member of Tone It Up and will continue to get private recipes, workouts and future documents that they provide. Once you purchase the nutrition plan, you’ll receive over 500 pages of material in PDF form via e-mail. The plan includes the actual nutrition plan along with specific additional documents relating to seasons, holidays and workouts.

Even if you’re not interested in purchasing the full nutrition plan, there is still plenty of free online content. By joining the online community, you can hold yourself accountable by checking in with your workouts and meals. You can also link up with local Tone It Up members in your city and do workouts together.

You may have seen the quirky and cute duo, Karena and Katrina on the new Bravo show, “Toned Up.” They’re perfectly tanned and toned bodies can make any girl envious and they’re letting the rest of the world know their workout and nutrition secrets.

HEATHER HENDERSON Kappa Kappa Gamma

Heather is a sophomore studying journalism and marketing.

Yo u m a y c o n t a c t h e r a t heather51013@knights.ucf.edu.

“I find the online community to be very supportive and inspiring. You see lots of different women from all walks of life get great bodies,” said Persis Mistry, junior at UCF and avid Tone It Up user.

The fitness workouts are available online in specified categories for whichever target area you are trying to work. For example, some categories include legs, abs, booty, HIIT, yoga and more. Karena and Katrina provide you with free video content to show you have to do all the moves correctly in order to get the most out of your workout.

“These girls have unique hard core moves that aren’t about doing a million squats and pushups. They focus on these key moves and you really feel a burn,” said Mistry.

Senior at UCF, Anna Trcalek is also a big fan of the free online workouts.

Toned Up is a reality television show that follows the two owners, Karena and Katrina, of the rapidly growing Tone It Up brand. Viewers are able to get a behind-the-scenes look at these fitness gurus’ daily activities.

“I really like Tone It Up because the girls make working out look fun, and in the end I know I got a great workout. My favorite workout is beach bum because it works your booty in ways that I wouldn’t think to try,” said Trcalek.

Tone It Up is an online community that offers a place for women to find free workouts and recipes. Women are also able to connect with other women all around the world who are Tone It Up fans and users. DVDs, nutrition plans, protein supplements and clothing are available for purchase on the website too.

If you’re looking for a few new recipes to try or a new workout to whip your body into shape for summer, check out ToneItUp.com for your one-stop website for all of your health and fitness needs.

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said Taylor Dante, Kappa Delta’s philanthropy chair.

“This year, we incorporated some new elements such Chi Omega as a different course map, Christina is a sophomore studying advertising and public relations. hosting a raffle and having You may contact her at christinamonroe@live.com. more sponsors, such as Muscle Milk, on site. With both the new additions and traditional elements, it was an overall wonderful day not only for the sisters of Kappa Delta, but our sponsors and runners!”

CHRISTINA MONROE

Kappa Delta raises money for Prevent Child Abuse America and the Children’s Home Society of Orlando.

On March 23, the ladies of Kappa Delta celebrated their 6th Annual Shamrock 5K where they raised nearly $19,000 for their two philanthropies: Prevent Child Abuse America and the Children’s Home Society of Orlando!

With even more runners than the previous year, it seems like the public agrees! Sarah Simon, a runner and President of Chi Omega, said, “Not only did I want to participate in the 5K for exercise, but I love participating in other Greek philanthropies on the UCF campus. Kappa Delta held a great event and raised money for a great cause! I

“The event this year went very smoothly and I feel extremely honored to have been given the opportunity to organize my sorority’s biggest spring philanthropy,”

can’t wait until next year!”

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