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TABLE OF CONTENTS College Issue 2013

10. Worst Roommate Ever!

33. Top 10 Student Discounts

13. This is Why You Need a Bike

35. Five Awesome Ways to ....-Survive on Ramen

How to deal with less-than-ideal roommates, from party animals to shut-ins and neat freaks to slobs.

Commuting on two wheels, either to school or for fun, is a cheap, fit way to get around. With the city’s B-Cycle program, you don’t even need your own bike, either.

15. Get Active

No matter which school you go to, there’s plenty of ways to get involved with issues that matter to you.

19. Cash for Quirks

More than a dozen wacky ways to fund your college tuition via these bizarre scholarships.

23. Work It

Use these tips when evaluating off-campus job opportunities.

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Don’t let F-grade advisors fail you. Learn how to take control of your graduation requirements, no half-assed faculty advisor required.

27. Go Greek or No Greek

They’re more than just a lifetime of free keg beer.

29. Kids Just Wanna Have Fun Tons of ways for underage students to have oversized fun, without resorting to a fake ID.

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39. Got a Hot Plate Tonight?

Avoid gross cafeteria fare with these surprisingly simple dorm-room ready meals.

43. College, Drinking, and You Easy ways to avoid hangovers and ways to make sure your happy hour doesn’t turn into a nightmare.

47. Food & Nightlife Listings A geographical breakdown of the best restaurants and bars nearest your campus of choice.

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You’re the worst roommate ever! The different types of roommates you might encounter and how to deal Mary Caithn Scott

If you’re going to be in a college dorm, a spacious apartment, a cramped shared bedroom or anywhere on a college campus for that matter, be prepared for your space to be invaded and your comfort zone diminished. One of the scariest parts of college is potentially living with an awful roommate. Maybe you’ll get lucky and end up with a roomie who’s never around, travels a lot, or lives with their significant other. Some will become your best friends and some will scar you for life. To ease the pain, we’ve created a list of the typical nasties you might encounter and how to deal with them. P.S. If one of these descriptions sounds like you, don’t take offense, just take note and try to reduce your irritating habits.

The OCD Cleaner At first glance you might think it’s awesome to have a roommate who likes to clean, but after a month of living with them you’ll soon learn it’s not so fresh. This roommate strives for sparkling countertops, dust-free pictures, and overly organized everything. How to Deal: The best way to avoid butting heads with the OCD Cleaner is to keep your mess to yourself. Trash your room all you want, but don’t let it out of your bedroom if you’re in a suite or multi-bedroom situation. If you’re sharing a room, relegate your junk to your bunk only. Don’t try to help clean more than you would normally, or offer to do it for the OCD Cleaner because no matter how hard you try, you will never scrub, sweep or dust enough to meet their standards. The Quiet One If you’re expecting a greeting when you get home from class, you won’t get one with this roommate. The Quiet One seems perfectly normal until you realize you’ve never heard them utter one word. They’ll come and go as they please and never say anything. If you’re lucky you’ll get a smirk or an awkward wave out of them, but don’t expect much. How to Deal: If you need to communicate with the Quiet One, you’re better off leaving a note. And hey, if the worst thing about them is their silence, consider yourself lucky and read on for other truly obnoxious cases. The Clinger Insecure and emotional by nature, the Clinger roommate takes sharing a living space as an open invitation to do everything together. Where you go, the Clinger goes. Who you’re friends with, the Clinger is friends with. Get the picture? How to Deal: You’ll want to say something, but you won’t want to break the Clinger’s heart. If they are the confrontational type, let them know you’re uncomfortable. But if your Clinger also throws Grade A hissy fits or pity parties, just try to keep your private life 10 CURRENT • College Issue • sacurrent.com

private. The less you share, the less they can intrude on your comings and goings. The Socialite We all see this guy or girl on campus surrounded by several frat brothers or sorority sisters. They never go to class, they need a crew just to study, they stay out late partying and they almost always bring a crowd of people home with them because, as a less shy version of the Clinger, they can never be alone. How to Deal: Our go-to-method for dealing with roommates like this is simply talking to them about it without sounding like a buzz-kill. Try asking them not to bring friends over past a certain hour, or ask that they tone it down in the dorm at night because you’re quiet and respectful when they’re sleeping during the day. The Passive-Aggressive The Passive-Aggressive roommate is often spotted by their random notes, (“Don’t leave dishes in the sink,”) or by their odd way of getting their point across. They will leave you a note to take out the trash, but if you don’t take it out, don’t be surprised if they sneakily put it all in your room. You’ve been warned. How to Deal: Read the Passive-Aggressive’s silly little notes and try to consider them. If you can’t seem to hold a straight face when you find a new note, pull out a Post-it and give them some of their own medicine: “I ate your brownie. It was delicious!” The Romantic This roommate is never alone. The Romantic usually has their significant other or a current fling attached at the hip. They’ll constantly occupy your living space or shared bedroom to make out or to get it on. How to Deal: First rule of thumb: knock first, if the bedroom door is closed for any reason. Second rule: Have a code, like putting a sock on the doorknob so you know when not to disturb the Romantic. If you still wander in on too many lip-locking (or worse) sessions for comfort, suggest they do date night somewhere other than your futon. They’ll get the hint. The Partier College is some people’s first dose of freedom, and some will take advantage of it a little bit too much, like the Partier. The Partier can be found stumbling home in the middle of the night, vomiting everywhere, falling over everything, or all of the above. How to Deal: Like the Socialite, the Partier needs a good talkin’ to. Ask that they tone it down, or that they try to be quieter when they come home after a night of raging, or propose that they stay with someone else on nights that they choose to get completely hammered. The Slob Probably one of the hardest roommates to live with, the

Slob lacks basic hygiene and cleaning habits. The Slob can commonly be found in need of a serious shower and surrounded by a pile of dirty clothes, food wrappers and unwashed dishes. How to Deal: Again, try talking to them about it first. Bad hygiene and a slobby lifestyle are conscious choices some people make, so simply talking might not cause any change. On the flip-side to the OCD Cleaner tip, this time create boundaries for their mess, as long as it doesn’t create odors or attract creepy-crawlies that permeate your portion of the living space. If a major problem persists, talk to your RA about it, or start house hunting.

The Taker The Taker likes to take or “borrow” things from you, hence the name. While the items the Taker chooses to lay their hands on aren’t always the most precious of things, it’s still really freaking annoying. How to Deal: Living with the Taker, a.k.a the Borrower, is like living with a pesky sibling. Try to talk and set boundaries on what things are OK to borrow and what things aren’t. Perhaps a simple text message asking to use something (“Hey, I need to dry my hair but can’t find my hairdryer, do you know where it is?”) might help the problem.

The Live-In The Live-In, unlike most college students, prefers the solace of their own room—so much so they practically never leave. The Live-In often skips class and watches TV or plays some sort of video game with an obsessive devotion. Anything they might have to shower and get dressed for is out of the question. How to Deal: The easiest way to handle a LiveIn you share close quarters with is by emphasizing that you need your space to study, relax and have friends over, too. Talking and working out some sort of compromise of space is usually the best way to

deal with the sweatpants-wearing Live-In. If you have separate bedrooms and rarely see this roomie, count your blessings, but do keep an eye out for signs of depression and other mental disorders that can cause anti-social behavior. There are several types of roommates, both positive and negative. But remember you’re in college and everyone has to live with a roommate at some point. Hopefully these simple tips will help you get through your roommate experience. Good luck and start inquiring about the single room down the hall ... now! C sacurrent.com • College Issue • CURRENT 11

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This is Why You Need a Bike It's cheap, healthy, environmentally friendly—and fun Rachel Bowes

Biking is like great sex: it leaves you hot, sweaty and out of breath— but it’s totally worth it. Riding a bike saves money, negates the campus parking problem and simultaneously does a little good for the birds ‘n’ bees (the other kind). San Antonio is rapidly rising on the cycling scene, listed in Bicycling magazine’s top 50 bike-friendly cities. As Jessica Gonzales, owner of SA Cycles puts it, “It’s a really great time to be in San Antonio, to be a cyclist.” A political push to encourage cycling has resulted in innovations like the B-Cycle program, which was recently awarded the 2012 Innovation: Energy/ Sustainable Development award by Sister Cities International, as well as a growing number of biking lanes and routes throughout the city. For students on campuses near downtown, B-Cycle provides quick transportation for an offcampus lunch (take that, $5 crappy deli sandwiches!) or rendezvous as well as a 20 percent discount on annual passes. The B-Cycle stations at the Witte Museum and SAMA (which also offer discounts for students) are a perfect opportunity for you to check out the latest exhibit, grab a B-Cycle bike and take the River Walk to your next art stop or drop it off at another downtown station while you shop, eat or vandalize street signs— whatever kids do for fun these days. If you’re looking to get off campus for a bite or sip, popular cyclist-friendly hangouts include: Boneshakers Tap House and Pizzeria, which features live music, fantastic food and craft beer; the Friendly Spot Ice House, where you can chill with your pets while watching movies or playing games; and Local Coffee, neighboring Bike World on Broadway, allowing you to get your caffeine and muffin fix while your bike gets a tune-up. If the Texas sun is too much to bear, San Antonio’s Cycle-In Cinema program (the first in Texas!) offers free pedalpowered film screenings on Thursday nights at Main Plaza for a new twist on “movie night,” where a shift on the generator bike burns enough calories to quiet the popcorn guilt. The Monday Night Missions Trail Ride, which leaves from Blue Star Arts Complex every Monday at 7 p.m., is also

a great way to get out and bike when the heat is less oppressive. The ride covers 18 miles of Mission trails before calling it a night or going out for dinner and drinks, giving cyclists a chance to bond over bottles of Fat Tire and replenish their calorie count with nachos and wings. Another San Antonio cycling group is the Hill Country Bicycle Touring Club (HCBTC), which has weekly group rides as well as picnics, parties and overnight events. In addition to the opportunity to be a cycling socialite, some local bike shops give discounts to club members. Visit hcbtc.com for information on how to join. While cycling is most helpful for getting around campus and meeting new people, it can also be a refreshing way to relax that’s way, way better for you than watching two seasons of Friends in one sitting (don’t pretend you haven’t done it, too). Brackenridge Park, conveniently located down the street from the University of the Incarnate Word and snuggled up against the San Antonio Zoo, not only has plenty of biking trails and shade, but also easily accessible B-Cycle stations at the Zoo and the Witte Museum. Another option is McAllister Park: 984 acres of green space, featuring 15 miles of trails, so you can get your quiet time and workout simultaneously, or Woodlawn Lake Park, which is a centrally located destination for cyclists. The Howard W. Peak Greenway Trails System is yet another way San Antonio is catering to cyclists—namely those who are tired of double yellow lines and batshit-crazy drivers, featuring 41 miles of greenway trails following the Leon and Salado creeks. The program is expanding rapidly and presently has the funding for 85 miles of planned trails, with a goal of 130 miles of hike and bike trails along San Antonio’s creekways. Biking is healthy, it saves money and it earns you an environmental happyface sticker. It’s also perfect for college students, whether you park off campus and bike to class to save cash or bike to get away from school and drown your knowledge of equations and AP writing style in a bucket of beer or a lap around the lake. It doesn’t matter if you use it for commuting, recreation, performance cycling or just lookin’ sexy, every student should own a bike. C

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Campus orgs that want your voice Along with the heat, this summer has sparked debate between the June filibuster against abortion restrictions, same-sex marriage rulings and the George Zimmerman ruling. As a result we’ve made summer memories by crowding the capitol, Facebook ranting and blogging our opinions. Just because summer’s ending doesn’t mean social issues do, too. If you’re college-bound, these groups will definitely give you your sea legs into the theory and practice of politics, debate and activism within the San Antonio community.

Trinity University Foundation for the International Medical Relief of Children Through health-related service projects, volunteers raise money for pediatric clinics and raise awareness about healthcare inequality worldwide. Pi Sigma Alpha This group promotes dialogue on campus and in the community relating to politics and international affairs (also at Incarnate Word). Sexual Diversity Alliance Raise awareness about issues faced by the LGBT community. Students for the Advancement of Gender Equality Raise awareness of gender issues and sexuality on campus.

St. Mary’s University Immigration and Human Rights Clinic Course Students are given the opportunity to study immigration law and case work through interviewing clients, developing case strategies, creating briefs and representing them before federal courts, immigration courts, the Board of Immigration Appeals or the Department of Homeland Security. Continued on page 17 ► sacurrent.com • College Issue • CURRENT 15

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Political Science Student Association (PSSA) Members participate in social and educational activities relevant to politics.

University of the Incarnate Word Children Are Reason Enough C.A.R.E.’s passion is the wellbeing of San Antonio’s children. The group’s events include school visits and festivals for under-privileged children.

San Antonio College Gay Ally & Lesbian Association (GALA) GALA aims to educate and advocate LGBT rights and lifestyle. San Antonio Immigration Youth Movement (SAIYM) An official organization that promotes the Dream Act. (Also at Northeast Lakeview.)

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Sure, there are truckloads of college scholarships floating in the grant stratosphere geared toward the archetypal intellectual brainiac, the athletically attuned jock, the picket sign holding radical, the “all natural” free spirit and even (yes, I’m sure) for the lowly run-of-the-mill student. But what about you everyday students with some strange, out-ofthis-world hobby or totally wacky talent? The things that really make you shine are the same quirks, interests and (in some cases) genetics that could potentially earn you a ton of cash for college. Unlike your usual university scholarships, where the selection pool is stocked with a massive amount of other fish, a specific criterion–like having the surname Zolp—is required for some of these unique opportunities. There are tons of zany, unusual and straight-up weird student allowances being offered every school year, you just have to grab your digital shovel and go digging in the World Wide Web to unbury them. For instance, can you utilize your vocal cords for some good ol’ American duck calling? Seems like an awfully strange question, but if you can there’s a potential $2,000 scholarship check with your name on it (that’s sure to ruffle a few feathers). Do you have an enormous sweet tooth? Who doesn’t? But if you’re really interested in creating the next Skittles or Snickers, then the National Candy Technologists Scholarship is the perfect outlet for you to channel those vibrant taste buds. As for the rest of us, we’ll be forever indebted to you. Are you a fashionista born with creativity oozing from your ears? Then the Duck Brand Stuck at Prom Scholarship Contest is right up your alley. Design your entire prom get-up out of nothing but Duck tape and you’re a few thousand closer to covering your school tuition. So, if you have a strange gift or talent that is few and far between, no worries. These cool and funky absurdities just might pay off. A few great sites to get started on your path to “wacky scholarship discovery:” Scholarships.com Fastweb.com Bigfuture.Collegeboard.org Zinch.com Scholarshipexperts.com Finaid.org To prove it I’ll name a few.

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Michigan Llama Association Scholarship Requirements: Have a fascination with llamas? No? Well, you really don’t have to. Applicants are chosen based on academic performance, financial need and the execution of a short essay. However, a bonus to heighten your chances in receiving this scholarship is to join the Michigan Llama Association (only a $15 fee). Scholarship amount: $1,000 Deadline: May 1 (annually) Tall Clubs International Student Scholarships Requirements: Hey you, up there! For this scholarship you must be under 21, attending your first year of college the following fall, meet the TCI height requirements (5’10” for women, 6’2” for men) and you must also locate a local Tall Club member to sponsor you. Scholarship amount: up to $1,000 Deadline: February 16 (annually) National Marbles Tournament Requirements: Geared toward all you college-age mibsters (marble shooters), this scholarship is awarded to the winner of an annual four-day marbles tournament held in Wildwood, N.J. Scholarship amount: $1,000-$2,000 Deadline: June (annually) National Potato Council Scholarship Requirements: Calling all spud lovers. This scholarship is dedicated to those pursuing their graduate degree in advanced studies in agribusiness that supports the potato industry. The final selection is based on academic achievement, leadership abilities and potatorelated areas of graduate study. Scholarship amount: $10,000 Deadline: June 14 (annually)

Little People of America Scholarship Requirements: Scholarships are granted to students who are members of LPA and have been medically diagnosed with a form of dwarfism, immediate family members of dwarfs who are paid members of LPA, others with dwarfism who are not members, generally disabled students, and in some cases non-disabled students who can demonstrate a need for financial assistance. Scholarship amount: $250-$1,000 Deadline: April 22 (annually) The Kor Memorial Scholarship Requirements: Your love of streaming old Star Trek episodes may finally pay off. This scholarship is geared towards students pursing a form of language study. Familiarity with Klingon (the fictitious Star Trek dialect) or other constructed languages is not required, but creativity is a must. Scholarship amount: $500 Deadline: June 1 (annually) Annual Create-A-Greeting-Card Scholarship Contest Requirements: Open to high school, college and graduate students, applicants are asked to design the front of a greeting card that could be sold as an actual card in The Gallery Collection greeting card line. Let the cheesy punch lines commence. Scholarship amount: $10,000 Deadline: January 15 (annually) Asparagus Club Scholarship Requirements: Must be pursuing a career in the grocery industry, especially the independent community focused retail and wholesale sector while maintaining at least a 2.5 GPA. Continued on page 21 ► sacurrent.com • College Issue • CURRENT 19

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Cash in on jobs off-campus with these tips Finding a part-time job is easy enough–finding a good one is a sharp rock right in the tookus. You need to think about schedule flexibility, pay, transportation, etc., but the question most often forgotten until it’s too late is: How much of your soul are you willing to sacrifice for that paycheck? Consider these when you’re looking for a job: What do you know about the business? Research a company before working there, ask around and visit as a customer to get a feel for the place. According to Dana Freehauf, supervisor at Cheesy Jane’s on Broadway, one of the biggest perks of hiring students is that they are often familiar with the company’s environment. Having background information means knowing what to expect, making you more likely to enjoy and be good at your job. Are a lot of the employees new? It’s hard to learn this before you’ve begun employment, but if you ask around and many of your fellow minimum-wage slaves have only been around for a couple months, it could indicate issues like a creepy manager, bad pay or lousy hours. What sort of music do they play? Jobs exist where you can listen to your own music, but they often require a degree. You’re likely to be subjected to whatever the company plays and this may seem trivial but, trust me, listening to gems like “Build Me Up Buttercup” and “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” on loop on a bad day will drive you over the edge. Do you hang out there? Working at your favorite hangout could ruin it for you (who wants to go to work on their day off, for instance?), but the reverse can also be true because you’re already familiar with the business and employee discounts make everyone happy. How clean is it? I made it one day in a fast food joint that shall remain nameless, all it took was seeing the kitchen. Whether a place is crawling with nightmare-fuel or spotless in an intimidating way, it has to fit into your comfort zone and says a lot about your coworkers, employers and clientele. Don’t be afraid to ask for a tour before you accept a position. When you’re looking for work, don’t overlook the resources provided by your school; whether you go to SAC, Trinity or UTSA, there are offices full of people being paid to help you find a job. Your professors are also a great resource, as are student job fairs. The trick is to find a place that fits your needs and has a need for your skills—if you can do that, you will be a happy, employed clam for the rest of your college days. C

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Coping with Unadvisable Advisors Don't let these flunkies fail you Rachel Bowes College is exhausting; between classes, homework, exams, internships, jobs, community service and some semblance of a social life, students have plenty on their plate. Luckily, schools acknowledge this information overload and take measures to prevent students from blue-screening, such as professors’ mandated office hours, tutoring programs, learning centers and advisors. It’s the last of these that sometimes becomes problematic. Each student should be able, and is all but required, to rely upon their advisor—but what if you can’t? If you’ve had an experience with an advisor who is unavailable, isn’t on top of things or just clashes with you, you aren’t alone and you have options. Caithn’s Story: A recent graduate of the University of Texas San Antonio, Caithn struggled with an advisor who took unavailable to a whole new level. To see her advisor in person, she had to schedule a meeting—two months in advance, leaving her out in the cold for urgent needs as even an e-mail reply usually took two weeks. “I didn’t hear anything from her probably for two or three months after I applied for graduation ... so I started freaking out ... thinking, ‘she didn’t get my application, I’m not gonna graduate, what am I gonna do?’” Caithn says. Imagine the relief she felt when she did indeed have a nametag awaiting her at graduation. “Luckily, I didn’t have any major issues with any of my classes ... but for students that had difficulty getting into classes or that were way behind on their degree plan, I can imagine it was a nightmare for them,” she says. “If I were completely relying on [advisors], I would have been screwed.” With advisors juggling hundreds of advisees on top of responsibilities as professors, getting in touch with them was a common problem. “It was like trying to meet with the president, it was the hardest thing to do,” she says.

Caithn stresses the importance of keeping track of your degree plan yourself, but admits that having an advisor who isn’t around when you need them can be a huge detriment to some students. “I don’t know if there’s any way to get around advising issues, I think they’re just common, everywhere you go.” Jacob’s story: “Jacob” (this student chose to remain anonymous) is a senior at the University of the Incarnate Word. He is a transfer student who has struggled with his advisor from the start, resulting in a delay in his graduation. After losing over 50 credits in the transfer between schools, Jacob was already behind. He was set back even further upon finding many of the classes he had taken at UIW were unnecessary for his degree plan. Having transferred in with an associate’s degree already under his belt, Jacob was past his third year at UIW as he worked toward his bachelor’s. Considering that to enroll in courses each semester, Jacob’s advisor was required to sign off on his choices, one has to wonder how this happened. Jacob recounts, “This is what I was told: ‘Your education is not my responsibility,

your education is your responsibility.’ Well okay then, you’re fired.” From that point on, Jacob took his educational trajectory into his own hands, but much of the damage was already done. Jacob’s advisor left him in the dark about many things that could have accelerated his graduation, perhaps even saved him semesters in school and thousands of dollars, such as UIW’s online degree evaluation, available to all UIW students, and the substitution forms he could have filed to get back many of the credits he lost in transferring. Now in his final semester, there’s nothing Jacob can do to regain that lost time and money. “You need to be aware of your own degree plan ... ’cause you can’t depend on these advisors’ knowledge,” Jacob says, “watch yourself, because nobody else is going to watch out for you.” Drawing on his experiences at UIW, SAC and UTSA, Jacob says, “Across the board, I think these problems are everywhere.” While Jacob’s advice is exactly what students should be doing, it begs the question of why we have advisors in the first place. As students, we are programmed to trust our professors

and advisors to know their stuff and are required to rely on them—at least to an extent. Sadly, they don’t suffer the consequences of poor advising, the students do.

Quick Tips: • Stay on top of your degree requirements. Consult your degree catalog to ensure you know what courses you need to graduate. Make sure it’s the correct edition, as they change based on when you entered the university. • Consult your professors and senior classmates. They’ve been there and seen that and can offer advice as well as provide important information that you may not have. • Talk to the offices that handle your degree evaluation. Papers can get lost and classes filed under the wrong requirement, keep tabs on where you really stand instead of where you think you do. • If you need to, don’t be afraid to request a new advisor. You can do that! Try to pick someone in your department, but if that’s not possible, it’s OK to reach outside of your major. C sacurrent.com • College Issue • CURRENT 25

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Go Greek or No Greek Deciding Which Greek Organization is Right for You (If any) Toni Guarrino Shockingly enough, one of the biggest reasons college freshman return home before completing their first year at a distant university is not because of alcohol consumption overload (regardless of what parents think), but rather because the cafeteria food just doesn’t match up to home-cookin’, the community washer and dryer don’t get their undies quite clean enough and they don’t have big brother or sister by their side to pat them on the back when the road gets a little bumpy—they’re homesick. If you’re yearning for an instant group of pals and structured social time just like Mom used to make, consider joining one of the most maligned groups on campus: a fraternity or sorority. Personally, I never dreamt of becoming the blonde-haired, blue-eyed cheerleader type sorority girl we all view on television, and although I did, I didn’t at the same time. Many of the stereotypes about Greek organizations are just that, even the ones about binge drinking and crazy orgies. These groups do vary, and not just between social, service, academic and religious fraternities/sororities. The goal in deciding which Greek organization is right for you (if any at all) is taking the time to study the characteristics and principals the organization is built on to determine which one (if any) shares similar attributes as you. Suppose you find one you think you can roll with: What have you gotten yourself into? Above all else, a Greek family is a lifetime commitment. Having recently graduated, I’ve learned this first hand. I might have left my campus, but I haven’t left my sorority. I’ve recently attended multiple weddings, baby showers, house warming parties, etc. These weren’t events I attended because they were mandatory as a sorority sister, they were special occasions I wanted to be a part of to support women who have been there for me, sometimes when my own family wasn’t. Second, if time-management isn’t your thing, maybe Greek life isn’t either. The best way I can describe a fraternity/ sorority’s schedule is: infinitely busy. Community service projects, hosting workshops and programs, event

Seeing Greek in your future?

planning, fundraising and much more— you’ll be expected to do it all. Bear in mind, on your 900th community service hour, that these are extremely beneficial experiences to have on your postgrad resume. Plus, you’ll get built-in networking through your Greek system. Lastly, we’ve all heard the hazing horror stories. And some of it is true: sleepless weeks, stress oozing from your ears, inevitable fighting with a group of other like-minded guys/gals also aiming to make it to the finish line and become an initiated member. For some people, what seems like ridiculous ritual can actually instill passion and pride for your organization and Greek letters. For me, it was oddly one of the best senses of accomplishments I’ve known. You come to realize that you have sacrificed things you normally wouldn’t have for the sake of your sought-after organization and for the sake of the other individuals at your side. It’s a process you’re not sure why you ever really committed to, but you did and you would never take it back. So, before you think I’m an obsessed sorority girl and rule out the idea of becoming a brother or sister in a Greek affiliation, educate yourself. You might actually find what you’re looking for. C

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Country Western, Swing, Latin y más 1. Cowboys Dancehall Daily specials like college night and ladies night make Cowboys the place to see and be seen in San Antonio. The music is eclectic—from Top 40 to country—and the crowd is fun. You can’t go wrong with this Alamo City staple. 3030 NE Loop 410, (210) 646-9378, cowboysdancehall.com. 2. Midnight Rodeo With free dance lessons on Wednesdays and Saturdays, Midnight Rodeo offers one hell of a deal. The circular dance floor is lively, so try not to get run over by other couples. The only thing missing here is a mechanical bull. 12260 Nacogdoches, (210) 655-0040, midnightrodeosanantonio.com. 3. Wild West Saddle up, cowboys and cowgirls, and get ready for a wild night at Wild West. Lot’s of two steppin’ and good fun at this high-class honkey-tonk venue. Their motto? “Wild West—A little wild, but civilized!” 21025 US 281 N, (210) 496-9453, wildwestsanantonio.net. 4. Arjon’s International Club With more than 20 years in the business, this tried and true Latino dance establishment is a unique gem. They offer lessons on Sunday, and an excellent array of Tejano and Latino dance music Thursday through Sunday. 8736 Tesoro, (210) 804-1419, arjonsinternationalclub.com.

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dirty at one of the most popular clubs in San Antonio with appearances by 98.5 The Beat and select artists. With appeals like their “Twerk-It Thursday,” how could you not go? 6890 NW Loop 410, (210) 688-7000. 3. Joe’s Volcano Crazy lights and Tiki themed decorations can be found in the center of the volcano, Joe’s Volcano that is. 6844 Ingram, (210) 680-7225, joes-volcano.com.

5. Swing Nite at Sam’s Burger Joint Every Monday at Sam’s Burger Joint, the San Antonio Swing Dance Association puts on a shindig for those who can Jitterbug and Charleston. For those who can’t, there are free lessons at 7 p.m. before the dance begins at 8:30 p.m. A mix of local and regional live bands set the tempo at this weekly event. 330 E Grayson, (210) 223-2830, samsburgerjoint.com.

4. Graham Central Station With seven locations in three states, GCS is an entertainment marvel. The unique set-up includes six different themed nightclubs under one roof: karaoke, hip-hop, old school, techno, tejano and regional Mexican music. 4902 Fredericksburg, (210) 979-9303, grahamcentralstationsanantonio.com.

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Dance clubs are few and far between in San Antonio, let alone clubs that allow minors. Here are a few that do. 1. Club Rio Club Rio is one of the only true dance clubs in San Antonio that allows minors. Get ready for a full-on discotheque experience. Lots of Latin dance songs and a very diverse crowd. 13307 San Pedro, (210) 403-2582, club-rio.net. 2. Club Empire Rowdy, loud and perfect for college kids. Get down and

San Antonio has an abundance of hidden hookah hangouts that are perfect for underage students. An ancient Persian ritual, smoking shisha (flavored tobacco) out of a hookah has gained immense popularity in North America. All establishments are 18 and older. Remember, shisha is tobacco, and there are certain health risks involved when smoking it. 1. Shisha Café 5500 Babcock, #101. (210) 694-4800, 11am-2am SunThur, 11am-4am Fri-Sat, shishacafesa.com.

2. Sultan Café and Grill 5625 Babcock, (210) 641-5544, 6pm-2am Sun-Thu, 6pm-3am Fri-Sat, facebook.com/SultanCafe.SA. 3. Suck It Hookah & Bubble Tea 6565 Babcock, #7, (210) 384-2974. noon-2am Mon-Thu, noon-2:30am Fri-Sat, 6pm-1:30am Sun, suckitsa.com. 4. Amore Café 4553 N Loop 1604 W, (210) 492-4994, 6pm-midnight Sun-Wed, 6pm-2am Thu-Sat, myamorecafe.com. 5. The Raven Hookah Lounge 1255 SW Loop 410, #133, (210) 673-3650, 7pm-2am Mon-Wed, 7pm-3am Thu-Sat, 7pm-1am Sun.

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Why are LGBT nightclubs always more entertaining than regular clubs? Because they allow minors, of course! 1. The Electric Company We suggest drinking a Red Bull before coming here. The energy is, well … electric. $8 cover charge for 18+. 820 San Pedro, (210) 212-6635. 2. The Saint The Saint is anything but virtuous. Dancing, lights, hypnotic music. Who knows what goes on in all that smoke. $10 cover charge for 18+. 800 Lexington, (210) 225-7330. Continued on page 31 ► sacurrent.com • College Issue • CURRENT 29

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3. Bonham Exchange Advertised as wanting the customer to “be whoever you want to be and have a great time without fear of criticism,” San Antonio’s most (in)famous LGBT night club is a must-go for college kids. The diversity among the crowd and the ambiance will make you feel comfortable, straight, gay or other. Cover charge varies, but minors are always permitted entrance. 411 Bonham, (210) 271-3811, bonhamexchange.com. 4. Silver Dollar Saloon Foggy and packed ... What more can you ask for in a gay club? $10 cover charge for 18+. 1812 N Main, (210) 227-2623. 5. Heat This dance lounge has multiple rooms in the venue providing several ways to heat up your evening. $15 cover charge for 18+. 1500 N Main, (210) 227-2600, heatsa.com.

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From karaoke to pool to comedy, there are so many options for those of us unable to kill our brain cells with alcohol (yet). 1. Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club With most of their shows geared toward those 18 and older, the Laugh Out Loud Comedy Club is a really fun(ny) entertainment alternative for minors. You can avoid annoying pre-teens and even try out your own comedy skills at one of the regular open mic nights. 618 NW Loop 410, (210) 541-8805, lolsanantonio.com. 2. Fast Eddie’s Billiards: After 7pm, Fast Eddie’s becomes an 18+ establishment. Let the party begin! Eddie’s provides an opportunity to hone your pool skills, meet some new people and enjoy a low-key night of bank shots. Multiple locations, fasteddiesbilliards.com. 3. Asiana/Big Bang Karaoke With space to accommodate around 10 people, and a wide variety of English and Korean karaoke songs, Big Bang Karaoke rooms can be rented for parties with friends. Although the food is pricey, the disco ball decor makes up for this shortcoming. 4408 Walzem, (210) 501-9448. 4. Kantina Karaoke Bar On Friday and Saturday, there is a $10 cover charge for those under 21. Sing your heart out. 2512 SW Loop 410, (210) 344-4400, kantinakaraokebar.com.

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While our elders consume alcohol at night, we consume delicious queso, cinnamon rolls and s’mores, so at least we can keep up, calorically speaking. 1. Halcyon A combination of bar, coffee shop and boutique eatery, there is something for everyone at this unique joint. Open until 2 a.m. every night and known for their tableside s’mores—they literally bring over sticks, marshmallows, graham crackers, chocolate and a small open flame—Halcyon is a welcome new Southtown spot. 1414 S Alamo, (210) 277-7045, halcyonsouthtown.com. 2. Lulu’s Bakery and Cafe Featured on Man vs. Food, Lulu’s is home to the 3-pound cinnamon roll. Open 24/7, consider going around 3 a.m. on a Friday or Saturday. Why? You might get to witness a table full of drag queens from the neighboring clubs enjoying a bite to eat—a free show in it’s own way. 918 N Main, (210) 224-5001, luluscafeinsa.com. 3. Mi Tierra Café y Panadería Despite being a staple tourist restaurant, Mi Tierra is the perfect spot for locals in need of late night queso and tacos. Few tourists will be there past the witching hour, so enjoy the flashy décor and mariachi music without those annoying fanny packers taking over the joint. Open 24/7. 218 Produce Row, (210) 225-1262, mitierracafe.com. C

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5. Alamo Drafthouse With the hipster movement in full swing, it has become taboo for anyone under the age of 24 to attend a boring ol’ multiplex to view the latest flick. We can only satisfy our high-waisted-short-wearing quirky selves with an atypical movie experience. Enter, Alamo Drafthouse. Here, you can dine while enjoying a cinematic adventure (and hilarious previews if you get there early enough). After 6 p.m. everyday, the Westlakes, Park North and Stone Oak locations offer students a $7 movie ticket—these cannot be purchased online and you must present a valid student ID. Multiple locations, drafthouse.com. 6. Spurs and Rampage tickets SpursU offers exclusive deals on Spurs and Rampage tickets for students. If there are any tickets still available at 10 a.m. on game day, there will be a text, tweet and Facebook post sent out (you must subscribe, follow and like in order to receive notifications). These lower level, H-E-B fan zone or standing-room section tickets are sold to students at a much reduced rate, which changes per game. Two hours before tipoff, you must present your college ID at the Northeast AT&T Center box office in order to buy your ticket. There is no guarantee, so get to the box office early. For more information visit nba.com/spurs/tickets/spursu.html. 7. Paciugo Gelato Described as “smooth, creamy, aromatic” and “rich and silky,” Paciugo is downright delicious. It’s even more delectable when purchased at a 10 percent student discount. Stop by this cute shop for two college essentials— coffee and gelato. 999 E Basse, (210) 832-8820, paciugo.com. 8. Get Your Museum On If you’re looking to impress your significant other, here’s some crucial advice: Branch out from that God-awfulbut-you-think-it’s-romantic Chili’s date and do something different to broaden your horizons. Two of SA’s most notable museums offer discounts. The McNay Art Museum has a $10 admission with student ID. San Antonio Museum of Art is $5 with student ID. McNay Art Museum, 6000 N New Braunfels, (210)

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10. The Raven Hookah Lounge Dark Victorian with a creepy, steampunk, I-want-to-drink-your-blood vibe, The Raven is a true gem in the hookah bar rough (don’t let the vampire feel faze you). You will encounter an eclectic group of people—college kids, couples, hipsters, intense punks, possible strippers—and a commitment to local entertainment with live DJs, poets and musicians. On Thursday nights a student discount of 20 percent is offered, and on all other days there is a 10 percent discount. Don’t forget to ask for soap bubbles to blow smoke into—a great Instagram moment if you can master it. 1255 SW Loop 410, #133, (210) 673-3650, ravenhookah. C sacurrent.com • College Issue • CURRENT 33

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Nearly every college student has lived off of ramen noodles at one point or another. What a lot of them didn’t know was that the classic just-add-water instructions are just the beginning. Left to their own devices, the store-bought noodles tend to get bland and boring pretty quickly, but the following recipes can add flavor, zest and variety to your generic ramen meal. No prerequisites needed here, just ramen noodles, a little creativity, and voilà, you have a gourmet meal for pennies. Enjoy!

Pad Thai Ramen This five-minute recipe is faster than gourmet takeout. What you need: 1 package chicken-flavored ramen 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 tablespoons peanut butter (creamy or chunky) 2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce Instructions: • Boil 2 cups of water, add noodles and flavor packet, cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. • Drain liquid. • Return noodles to the pot and toss with soy sauce, peanut butter and Sriracha Continued on page 37 ► sacurrent.com • College Issue • CURRENT 35

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Ramen Mac & Cheese Cheese, cheese and more cheese. Need I say more? What you need: 1 package ramen, any flavor, ditch the seasoning 3-4 slices American cheese Parmesan cheese Shredded cheese (any flavor) Instructions: • Put Ramen in a pot on the stove, fill with just enough water to cover the noodles. • Cook until tender, do not drain the water. • Add all of the cheese and stir until it’s thick. To make it creamier, add a dash of milk.

Chocolate Ramen How’s this for a midnight snack? What you need: 1 package ramen, any flavor, ditch the seasoning 1 cup brown sugar Chocolate syrup 1 teaspoon vanilla Instructions: • Boil the ramen in 2 cups of water with brown sugar. Drain water. • In a bowl, add vanilla and chocolate syrup to noodles. For extra sweetness, sprinkle ..with powdered sugar.

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Got a Hot Plate Tonight? Avoid gross cafeteria fare with these simple, healthy dorm room alternatives Lauren Silva

Cafeteria food: one of the most revolting combinations of words in the English language. Sure, there have been some improvements in recent years but, for the most part, the staples remain the same: pizza, burgers, maybe enchiladas on Wednesdays, and an assortment of other equally artery-clogging entrees. For many hoping to maintain a balanced diet, the salad bar is the only salvation in sight. Enough is enough; it’s time to take matters into your own hands and begin crafting delicious meals yourself. While this may seem difficult in the confines of a dorm, all you really need is a blender, a hot plate, a pot, a skillet and a microwave to create a bounty of recipes. Here’s three recipes to get you on your way, no matter what time of day.

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Let’s be honest here. Most college students drink alcohol at some point or another while in school. Don’t worry, we get it. Without mom and dad breathing down your neck for the first time since, well, ever, you’re going to want to let loose. It’s natural. Unfortunately, like anything you do for the first time, you’re going to suck at it. Virgin drinkers who go out for a night of heavy boozing can look forward to, at best, some embarrassment and discomfort and, at worst, serious injury. Therefore, we’re providing some good guidelines to keep your night safe and those dreadful hangovers at bay. Because, if you’re going to drink, you might as well be smart about it. Water, and Lots of It The thing to understand about hangovers is that they’re basically just terrible cases of dehydration. Alcohol has a nasty habit of forcing your body to expel more of its fluids than usual in a shorter period of time. This is what leads to those fun mornings dealing with nausea, headache and light sensitivity. The fix is somewhat of a no brainer. Just drink water, both before and after a night of drinking. A good rule of thumb to follow is to drink an amount of water equal to that of the alcohol you’ve consumed.

Don’t Drink on An Empty Stomach How quickly you become intoxicated depends on how quickly alcohol can make it into your bloodstream. For example, a Cuba Libre will get you drunk faster than a Bloody Mary because the carbonation in the soda speeds up the absorption of the alcohol. However, no matter what it is you’re drinking, eating beforehand will slow this absorption rate. Starchy, carbladen foods work best, as they actually absorb some of the alcohol before your bloodstream can. Continued on page 45 ►

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College Listings: Food & Drink UTSA/Northwest Vista Boston Pub The walls might be tacked with giant newsprint, but don’t worry, you don’t have to read it. Head to the halfway submerged underground bar and drink up. A DJ spins dance, hip-hop and Top 40 music on Fridays, so go get your grind on. 8202 N Loop 1604 W, (210) 558-3110. EZ’s Brick Oven & Grill If you’re trying to stay on the healthful side of things (that Roadrunner Café pizza does start adding up), visit EZ’s. The food has no trans-fats, MSG, modifiers or other random crap. Multiple locations, 5230 De Zavala, (210) 699-0066, 255 E Basse, (210) 804-1199, 734 W Bitters, (210) 490-6666, ezsrestaurant.com. Five Guys Burgers and Fries It’s simple. You’re best bet is the burger…and grab some

fries while you’re at it. The rest of the menu? Hot dogs, a veggie, a cheese-veggie, and a grilled-cheese sandwich. Two sizes of fries in Five Guys or Cajun style. And soft drinks or bottled water. That’s it. 5215 DeZavala, (210) 641-2595, fiveguys.com Hills & Dales Ice House Be chill and ride your 10-speed over to the biker bar. Bar snacks include peanuts and jerky only. Catch a Spurs game or check out the hogs during Bike Night. Note: This is a beer-only bar. 15403 White Fawn, (210) 695-2307. Rome’s Pizza & Greek Food Do yourself a favor and try the breaded Italian wings before chowing down on the traditional veggie or meattastic pizzas, and signature white pizzas such as the Mediterranean Greek pizza with mozzarella, gyro strips, feta, pepperoncini and more. 5999 De Zavala, (210) 691-2070, romespizza.com.

UTSA Downtown Cattleman Square Tavern Take some cash. This old-school bar with its vaquero vibe has been in operation since way back when. Head here for cheap booze. 904 W Houston, (210) 227-5585. La Margarita Just a few hundred feet away from campus, La Margarita serves up just that, oh and upscale Mexican, if you’re feeling fancy. Stop by for botanas, parrilladas or mariscos. 120 Produce Row, (210) 227-7140, lamargarita.com. Pico de Gallo No time to drive off campus between classes? No problem. PDG is right across the street and features breakfast, lunch, dinner and take-out options. Or head there after a particularly hard exam and drown your sorrows in margaritas. 111 S Leona, (210) 225-6060, picodegallo.com sacurrent.com • College Issue • CURRENT 47

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Fred’d Fish Fry Fred and Co. have been busy serving up seafood, chicken, corn, onion rings and fries for over 40 years. Eat it there, or get it to go. Multiple locations, 3418 Culebra, (210) 432-4288, fredsfishfryinc.com.

Beat Street Coffee Co. Go here if you’re jonesing for great coffee or an awesome spot for date night. Chef Jeff Wiley creates a fun menu that’s sure to impress any foodies on a budget. 2512 N Main, (210) 320-2099, beatstreetcoffee.com.

Henry’s Puffy Taco Express You have two options: Head to Henry’s for the puffy tacos (obvi), or down a few margs, available in lime, peach, raspberry, strawberry, mango in regular or large. Go crazy and do both? Multiple locations, 3202 Woodlawn, (210) 433-7833, henryspuffytacos.com.

Main St. Pizza In June, the Italian spot went up in flames after an electrical fire broke out in the attic. Fans can start enjoying lasagna, calzones and, of course, pizza at the end of August. 1906 N Main, (210) 732-8861, mainstreetsa.com.

Lisa’s Mexican Restaurant Recognized for it’s cheese enchiladas, tortilla soups and frijoles borrachos, Lisa’s got a bit of a facelift six years ago and can now seat dozens looking for great Mexican food. Remember: The bar only stays open until midnight. 815 Bandera, (210) 433-2531, lisasmexican.com

Pho Sure Just a few blocks north of SAC, Pho Sure is 1) a clever word play, and 2) a nice spot for a bowl of piping hot pho. Or eat a bowl of vermicelli-filled bun before class to really get your juices flowing. 741 W Ashby, (210) 773-8473, pho-sure.com.

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Sparky’s Pub Designed by the winning Main Strip makeover team Randy Cunniff and Peter Becker, this is officially the most straight-friendly gay bar in town. You’d be hard-pressed to find any beer over $4. Heads up: Vodka and mango pitchers are just $10. 1416 N Main, (210) 320-5111, sparkyspub.com.

st. philip’s Tommy Moore’s Cafe Are you missing mom’s home cooking? Head to Tommy Moore’s. The East Side café and deli features hash and grits for breakfast and daily lunch specials such as red beans and rice, hamburger steak, baked chicken, enchiladas and baked catfish. 915 S Hackberry, (210) 531-9800, tommymoores.com. Tucker’s Kozy Korner Don’t get it twisted. You’ll be hitting up Tucker’s for good cheap drinks and awesome eats (get the Attaboy

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Burger), but you’ll also go for the great music lineups and DJs. Stop by for Soulful Sunday with DJ Tech-Neek and Pak-Man. 1338 E Houston, (210) 320-2192, tuckerskozykorner.com.

Iadt Chester’s Hamburger Co. Not only can you get a solid burger down the street from campus, the hand-cut fries aren’t bad either. Grab a shake or one of the dozen craft beers available and catch a Spurs game while you’re there. Multiple locations, 9980 I-10 W, (210) 699-1222.

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Mama Margie’s Go here for late-night tacos, quesadillas and nachos after a night of debauchery. Or try the top-shelf margaritas, strawberry margaritas, piña coladas or Jack and Coke. Did we mention the free chips and salsa? Multiple locations, 9950 I-10 W, (210) 561-0400, mamamargies.com. Fujiya We’re fans of sushi lunch that’s under $11. Served with miso soup, the special includes six pieces of tuna, yellowtail, red snapper, shrimp, mackerel and imitation crab or a shrimp tempura roll, California roll and half a spicy tuna roll. Or try the daily lunch specials of chicken katsu, bulgogi-style spicy beef and vegetables or fried shrimp and fish. 9030 Wurzbach, (210) 615-7553, fujiyajapanesegarden.com.

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Wurzbach Ice House Billed as a “True Texas Ice House,” this bar carries over 150 domestic and imported beers. Stop by for Shiner Sundays for $2 Shiner beers and night-long happy hour. Or hit up college night for $2 domestics, $3 imports and $2.50 wells until 8 p.m. and stick around for even more specials. 10141 Wurzbach, (210) 877-2100, wurzbachicehouse.com.

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Northeast lakeview La Fiesta Patio Cafe Tex-Mex doesn’t always have to be greasy or bad for you. Check out the vegetarian options and the whole-wheat tortillas—substitute tofu for animal protein and you’re golden. 1421 Pat Booker, (210) 658-5110, fiestapatiocafe.com. Lion & Rose Catch club soccer games on any of the big screens or grab a bite to eat between classes. Each night features different specials such as Castle Saturdays and Texas Sundays. 8211 Agora Pkwy, (210) 547-3000, thelionandrose.com.

Ollu Ray’s Drive Inn The Westside landmark opened in 1965 and not a whole lot has changed since. Be sure to take some cash and load up on the dirt-cheap puffy tacos filled with beef, beans, carne guisada, chicken, avocado, fajitas or fish. 822 SW 19th, (210) 4327171, raysdriveinn.net. El Siete Mares Located right across from campus, this marisqueria is the real deal if you’re up for solid seafood. Chow down on some nachos de camarón or aguachiles and wash it down with giant piña coladas and margaritas. 3831 W Commerce, (210) 436-6056, elsietemaressa.com.

texas a&m/palo Alto Brenda’s 81 Bar Looking for a bar with weekly drink specials and a drama-free environment? Who isn’t? Try Brenda’s for Lady’s Night on Wednesday or on Frito Pie Fridays. ’Cause that’s a thing. 7811 New Laredo Hwy, (210) 927-2337, brendas81bar.webs.com. Don Pedro Mexican Restaurant You’ll find the usual Mexican fare, and this is the spot for breakfast tacos before class. Bonus: Drink specials under $4 will get you nice and boozy after class. 1526 SW Military, (210) 922-3511, donpedro.net. C sacurrent.com • College Issue • CURRENT 51

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