January 27, 2016
Dining Hall Superheroes Emily Chilton, Assistant Editor
When the snow and ice set in Friday, most regular restaurants would have shut down, sent their workers home - but not BDH. The Dining Hall went to Emergency preparedness mode and worked with housing and campus police to secure rooms should they be needed. Campus Dining posted a picture Friday afternoon on their Instagram account Meredith_Dining of their staff receiving blankets, pillows, and other essentials before their dinner shift, so that they could stay overnight and continue serving the students without driving on dangerous roads or leaving students with an empty stomach. Ms. Lahoma Smith wasn’t working
Friday, but she stayed Saturday night to Sunday and said that if she had been working Friday, she would have stayed then too. “I’ve been with Meredith for 13 years and stayed for five snowstorms,” said Smith. “If my kids were in college, I’d want someone to take care of my babies just like your parents want someone to take care of you. Here, we got a lot of love, concern, passion, and great food.” She worked the omelet station Sunday at lunch, replying to student questions about what she did yesterday with “I worked, and then I went straight to Poteat and went to sleep.” According to Del Crudup, Belk’s hourly supervisor, who’s worked for Meredith 15 years and stayed for snow twice, the men stayed on the ground floor of Poteat while the women stayed on first floor. The two managers coordinated and transported employees to and from work when it was safe to do so, picking people up for work and also taking them home after their shift if they couldn’t stay overnight. The student response to the staff’s efforts was immediate; the Instagram post got over 150 likes and 45+ com-
ments with thank-yous and praise, even some from parents. After seeing some of the comments, staff member Rodney Freeman said gratefully “That’ll make you want to come to work, right there.” The Meredith College Alumnae page also received over 1300+ likes and a ton of comments. Alumnae Jordan Stewart said “This shows that ALL things about this college are what make it so special and sets Meredith apart from the rest.” Did you know that Meredith staff with Oak Leaf catering also catered a wedding this weekend in Pinehurst for staff member Stephen McAdams? But that’s a whole other story for another time. So, as students have been reminding each other all weekend, stop and say thank you to a BDH worker this week! In the time since this article was written, Ms. Lahoma Smith’s house was lost to a fire. A GoFundMe page has been created to help support her and can be found on Facebook or at https://www.gofundme.com/7377khtq . Although the dollar amount has ex-
ceeded the “goal” on the page, contributions are still welcome. In addition, a collection box is set up in BDH to help replace Ms. Lahoma and her husband’s belongings; women’s clothes size 16 and shoes size 9; men’s clothes size 3XL and shoe size 11.5.
women may be seen wearing leggings and/or yoga pants at least once a week - if not every day. Many women do not see the point of wearing anything that isn’t completely comfortable just to sit in classes or attend club meetings, and these clothes are something that women of all sizes tend to wear. Plus, we are surrounded by women, many of whom are wearing similar clothing, so it isn’t considered a big deal. A good reason that many modern Meredith women – and collegiate women all over the nation, for that matter – wear leggings and yoga pants is because, well, we can. Back in the 1950’s, there was a strict understanding about what women could and could not wear – especially at our then-Baptist all women’s college. Nearly sixty years later, the times have definitely changed. Women have more freedom when it comes to what we wish to wear, and we have decided ourselves what we consider appropriate. While stretchy pants are generally acceptable, many women still refuse
to wear pajama pants to class because it seems disrespectful. Similarly, the controversy about wearing leggings only when the buttocks are covered by a shirt is another fashion dispute that varies depending on whom is asked, as well as if these types of pants ought to be worn by women above a certain size. No matter how one feels about leggings or yoga pants, they’re here to stay in our Meredith community. It’s interesting to compare our lives now to how Meredith women once lived, and it’s a powerful thing realizing that we aren’t as different as we often think. Just like their excitement for sack dresses, we understand the need and desire of being comfortable during our day-to-day lives. Plus, we have bigger things to worry about. The original article about the sack dresses may be found at our Herald website at meredithherald.wordpress. com. Access to this article has been made courtesy of the MC Archives.
The Sack Arrived, but the Leggings Shall Stay Brooke Mayo, Staff Writer In lieu of our special anniversary year, The Herald staff has decided to dust off the old newspapers of our college’s past and bring to light what former Meredith women have written. This is the first of a series of excerpts from long-forgotten MC newspapers, and we hope that the Meredith community enjoys a blast from our very own past as much as we have enjoyed gathering this information for you. An excerpt from “The Sack Arrives” by Sue Matzner, originally published on March 14, 1958. “[A] desirable feature is the fact that girls who wear sack dresses can eat so much more when they go out on a dinner date. They won’t have to wait until they get in and get their tight belts or skirts off to let their dinner place itself more proportionally in their systems. Think of the comfort that these girls will have at ball games and movies while their more tightly laced sisters sit on the edge of their seats striving
for oxygen. Imagine being able to enjoy the plush roominess of the Village Theater instead of envying your date’s relaxed positions.” For those who do not know, sack dresses look what they sound like: they’re straight, roomy dresses that leave much to the imagination – especially just how big or small a woman’s waistline is. Even in the late 1950’s, women of Meredith College were conscious about their body types but they also desired comfort, so sack dresses were a revolutionary trend because it was comfortable, acceptable, and yet still fashionable. In today’s Meredith College culture, we have strayed from the need to make fashion statements. In fact, the majority of us do not make too much of an effort in our appearances when it comes to our campus activities. Why is that? Well, for one thing, we care more about comfort than fashion. Excluding a few given exceptions of our trendy fashionistas, the majority of Meredith
STAFF Rachel Pratl, Editor in Chief. Emily Chilton, Assistant / A&E Editor. Laura Douglass, News Editor. Savanna Matthews, Layout Designer. Olivia McElvaney, Online Editor. Sarah Haseeb, Website Designer. Staff Writers: Katrina Thomas, Brooke Mayo, Caroline Garrett, Niki Bell, Kat Bonner, Kayla Kushner, Alexa Ianuale, Sarah Kiser, M’Beyanna Robinson The Meredith Herald is produced by the students of the College throughout the academic year and is published bi-monthly by Hinton Press. The paper is funded by the College. The opinions expressed in the editorial columns do not necessarily reflect those of the the college administration, faculty, or student body. The policy of this paper requires that submissions be made by 5:00 p.m. the Sunday before publication and that contributors sign all submissions and provide necessary contact information. The editors and staff always welcome submissions from the Meredith community.
News Diversity Week: “We Can Start Here” Caroline Garrett and Niki Bell, Staff Writers Meredith College prides itself on offering various student organizations that both support and encourage diversity on campus. During the week of January 18-22, diversity spread beyond these clubs as Meredith College experienced its very first Diversity Awareness Week. To pilot this event, junior and RHA event chair, Dielle McMillan, partnered with several campus organizations including Better Together and the Meredith International Association to bring her idea to life. Dielle’s goal was to empower students to share their stories and learn from others. The week following Martin Luther King Jr. Day seemed like the perfect opportunity to engage students both on and off cam-
pus. The week kicked off with a screening of the film “Freedom Writers” on Tuesday night in Kresge Auditorium. Although there are countless African American, Asian, and Hispanic focused films in circulation, Dielle felt that “Freedom Writers” encompasses all races and ethnicities. Her belief that the film would appeal to a wide array of people made it an obvious choice for the film screening. Dielle’s desire to remain inclusive inspired other events of the week which included a soul food dinner, an open discussion about diversity and inclusion, a faculty and staff-led disability panel, and a multicultural game night. The movie screening and discussion
spoke specifically to class, race, nationality, and gender, while the disability panel was incorporated because “ability and disability are not talked about greatly in our community, [and] they need to be,” voiced Dielle, “Disabilities affect the lives of so many people in every community in such a personal way.” Dielle wants to continue encouraging a diverse presence on Meredith’s campus following the week’s events. Dielle said, “Honestly, we can start here. I would love to see more diverse students on campus and we are slowly getting to that.” While she believes that Meredith College succeeds in targeting all types of students, Dielle feels that this can be built upon by of-
fering scholarships to prospective students from diverse backgrounds and populations. As for how students can get more involved with diversity, she says, “All it takes is an idea, and then you’ll get manpower and support behind it.” After all, it is important to bring awareness to both diversity and social issues. Dielle advises, “Don’t judge someone else, and instead get to know them. Break down you prejudices in order to learn something different.” This act makes diversity more personal and encourages self-growth. As Martin Luther King Jr. said, “The time is always right to do what is right.”
Keep Pounding Kat Bonner, Staff Writer The state of North Carolina has had great success in athletics this year, but the Carolina Panthers have been the talk of most North Carolinians. Whether one is a fan of the Panthers or not, the majority of people can agree this is the “Cinderella team” of the National Football League this season. The Carolina Panthers won their conference, and never lost a game at Bank Of America Stadium in Charlotte. However, their biggest accomplishment was probably finishing the regular season 15-1. With all of this said, their season is not over yet. The Panthers are facing the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl 50 on Feb. 6. For those who don’t know much about football, this is a huge accomplishment! For the first year in a long time, the Panthers have had a winning season. Not only have the players excelled on the field, they have off the field as well. In fact, two players visited East Garner Magnet Middle School for a school pep rally. Amanda Hall, a Meredith College Alumna of the class of 2015, is a math teacher there. She was elated to see the players interact so well with the kids and
the other teachers. In addition to this, the players have made a huge impact on the city of Charlotte. A few months ago, after scoring a touchdown, quarterback Cam Newton started to give the football to a child who was sitting in the end zone. After this happened a few times, it became quite the tradition among the entire team. The reaction on these children’s faces after they receive a football is priceless and can make practically anyone happy. No matter what the outcome, this has been a season to remember for the Carolina Panthers. Just like the team’s motto, the Panthers can be expected to “Keep Pounding” for many years to come. Whether or not one watches football or cheers for the team, it is hard to argue that the Panthers have been one of the best teams in the National Football League this year. North Carolina should expect great years of athletics in the near future.
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Women of MC Brook Mayo, Staff Writer “Probably one of the most important lessons that Meredith has taught me was growth. It’s because of Meredith I have grown to be a stronger leader on and off campus, a stronger student, and a stronger woman. I learned that sometimes you outgrow people and some of your friendships. But what I genuinely appreciate now, that I didn’t four years ago, is the support system that I have. I am beyond grateful for my parents and brothers. My best friend still tells me that staying true to yourself doesn’t mean you can’t change. I used to worry about what others thought of me when I first came to Meredith. That was too much negativity, especially as someone who wants to pursue a career in health care. I’ve learned you will always be able to find someone that will tell you what you cannot do. It’s crazy how much more in tune you become when you stop f ocusing on what others think. A lot of time what you are afraid of doing is most usually what you need to do to get where you want to go, and the Meredith community, mostly my adviser and my best friend from Meredith, pushed me to surpass some of my fears.” It’s bittersweet being in my last semester of undergrad, but I plan to finish strong. Right now, I am just going to forget what’s gone, embrace what still remains for me at Meredith, and most definitely look forward to what is yet to come.” —Laura Dugom, ‘16 Writer’s Note: “Women of Meredith College” is a spin-off of the popular Facebook pages “Humans of New York” and “Humans of
North Carolina.” To stay consistent with the guidelines of these original pages, the individuals published will not be named. These
postings are meant to show the Meredith community that there is more than meets the eye and it also portrays the power and beauty in diversity here at Meredith College. More “Women of Meredith College” postings may be found on The Meredith Herald Facebook page every Friday morning. Thank you for your support.
Photo Credits Rachel Pratl
Arts & Entertainment
Pull Yourself In: MC’s Newest Art Exhibit Alexa Ianuale, Staff Writer
Hank by Yashua Klos, Woodblock print on Muslin
This Thursday January 28th at 4 pm in Frankie G. Weems Gallery located in the Gaddy Hamrick Art Center, Mer-
edith’s Art Department will be opening its printmaking exhibit titled Pull, displaying the works of twenty three artists from the US, Canada, and the UK. Printmaking was not intended to be an art form and was originally one of the world’s greatest inventions known as Guttenberg’s press, which was used to produce books and later newspapers. Through time, artists realized that they could utilize the process of printing on surfaces such as but not limited to paper, wood, and fabric to create works of art. The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s history on printmaking states, “The technology of printmaking, which first fell into place around 1400, suddenly made it possible for hundreds or even thousands of essentially identical images to be produced from a single matrix of carved wood or metal.” The matrix or plate that is mentioned in the
MoMA’s historical statement often has an inked surface which images are pulled from, hence the exhibit’s title Pull. Though printmaking is often done and seen on paper, the printmakers of Pull have a wide variety of print mediums and techniques such as woodcuts and 3D printed objects. The artists that will be displaying their works all come from different and diverse backgrounds, which are evident in their unique takes on the printmaking process. Whether they are social, historical, or personal issues each artist conveys a deeper meaning through their prints. Printmaker Yashua Klos for example, who often creates prints of African-American men, said in his artist statement, “During the mid-twentieth century, woodblock printing was, for many African American artists like Emory Douglas, or Elizabeth Catlett,
an activist as well as artistic process.” Another artist who will be featured, Lynne Allen, has traced their Native ancestry back six generations and pays respect to their ancestors and heritage by displaying their prints and etchings on platforms such as moccasins and woodcuts. While author and illustrator Andy Farkas also has a talent for printing on woodcuts, he uses whimsical images of animals along with inspiring and sweet texts from his story books in his printmaking. All artists have very different approaches, techniques, and inspiration behind their works but what they definitely have in common is their amounts of talent and skill. This exhibit will be opened throughout February and March and will close on Sunday, March 27.
a maiden woman.” Geshe Sangpo, a Ritual Spiritualist from the Kadampa Center in Raleigh, is going to be the sole man working on the hefty task of creating this intricate piece. Opening ceremonies for the Sand Mandala will be Tuesday February 9th at 9am in the lobby of the Cate Center. Geshe Sangpo will be working both Tuesday and Wednesday from 9am to 5pm, and will be finishing up Thursday the 11th from 9am to 3pm. The
Closing ceremony will last approximately 1 hour, from 3pm to 4pm, on the 11th and anyone attending will be given a small bag of the sand as it is swept up. Any remaining sand is processioned through campus and poured into the Meredith Lake. During the development of the Sand Mandala, there will be tables set up in Cate Center where items will be available for purchase from India, Tibet,
and other countries that practice Buddhism. There will also be a separate table where students can experience trying to create a smaller version of the Sand Mandala. There will be people manning the tables, ready to answer any questions students may have. As a pairing with the Sand Mandala that Geshe Sangpo will be creating, Dr. Pamela Winfield, a specialist on Buddhism and mandalas, will be holding a lecture called, “The Many Sides of the Mandala,” in Ledford 101 on the 9th at 5:30pm. Dr. Winfield is a former religion professor from Meredith. To see photos of this year’s sand Mandala, follow us on Facebook - The Meredith Herald.
Arts Center) About: Jennifer Nettles is a CMT and Grammy award winning singer/ songwriter. In the 2016 Next Women of Country Tour, she will be accompanied by other artists including Brandy Clark, Lindsay Ell, and Tara Thompson.
from Raleigh, NC, plays alternative country songs with scruffy vocals and bluesy guitar riffs.
Desolate is a metal band local to Raleigh, NC.
Who: Must Be the Holy Ghost with PLEASURES, and Youth League Where: Kings About: Must Be the Holy Ghost is a one man, synthpop/electronic-pop project started by Jared Draughon. Youth League is a trio from Wilmington, NC, that plays post-pop/punkrock pieces that rely on heavy instrumentals.
Who: The Water Between with BUT YOU CAN CALL ME JOHN Where: Deep South the Bar (21+) About: The Water Between is a four man band that mixes hard rock/alternative instrumentals with hard rock vocals. BUT YOU CAN CALL ME JOHN is a one man punk-folk band inspired by the sounds of artists like Against Me! and John Mellencamp.
Who: The Fire Tonight Where: Deep South the Bar (21+) About: A three man lineup, The Fire Tonight is a band that plays experimental pieces stemming from a classic rock foundation.
Monday, Feb. 8 Who: For Today with Like Moths to Flames, Vanna, and Dear Desolate Where: Lincoln Theatre About: For Today is an American metal band that has recently become recognized in the last three years when their album reached number fifteen on the Billboard 200. Like Moths to Flames is a metalcore band. Vanna is a post-hardcore punk band. Dear
Sand Mandala Returns Dakota Bailey, Staff Writer Green Tara. This is the name of the Sand Mandala being created in the Cate Center from February 9th to the 11th. Dr. Suarez, the coordinator for the event, told us a bit about the unique festivities. According to Dr. Suarez, “A Sand Mandala is a Buddhist ritual/prayer where monks spend days or weeks creating a specific image out of different colored sands. A mandala is a partial representation of the universe, and at it’s core is the representation of a deity, or enlightened being.” She went on to say that the specific mandala, Green Tara, being created on our campus is supposed to “emanate compassion across our campus and the deity being represented is of
Photo Credits Dr. Suarez
Local Concert Preview Kayla Kushner, Staff Writer Whether your genre is rap or country, Raleigh and the surrounding area has a concert for you in the next month! Wednesday, Feb. 3 Who: Lil’ Wayne: The Dedication Tour Where: Crown Complex About: Renowned American hip-hop artist, Lil’ Wayne, has released thirteen albums over the past sixteen years and has won many awards, including a Grammy for Best Rap Album. Thursday, Feb. 4 Who: Valleys, Awake at Last, Nikol, and In Waves Where: Deep South the Bar (18+) About: Valleys is a progressive metal/ post-hardcore, six man lineup from Clayton, NC. Awake at Last plays strong, energetic rock with messages that comment on the human condition. Nikol is a solo artist that plays edgy, pop-rock tunes similar to that of Avril Lavigne and Paramore. In Waves is a progressive rock band new to NC. Friday, Feb. 5 Who: Jennifer Nettles with the 2016 Next Women of Country Where: DPAC (Durham Performing
Saturday, Feb. 6 Who: American Aquarium Where: Lincoln Theatre About: American Aquarium, a band
Who: Led Zeppelin 2 Where: The Ritz (Raleigh) About: An acclaimed Led Zeppelin cover band.
Tuesday, Feb 9 Who: Zvi Where: Slim’s Downtown About: Zvi is the solo project of Ron Varod that focuses on experimental guitar/singer songwriter pieces. Thursday, Feb. 11 Who: R. Kelly with Vivian Green Where: PNC Arena About: R. Kelly is a former professional basketball player turned recording artist and king of R&B. Vivian Green is an R&B singer/songwriter and pianist. Who: Cherub with Gibbz and Mike Floss Where: The Ritz (Raleigh) About: Cherub is a duo that plays electro-indie music that uses heavy, upbeat synth tunes to create a dance party feel. Gibbz is a solo artist that plays synth-pop tunes influenced by an ‘80s love anthem sound. Mike Floss is an up-and-coming rapper from Nashville, Tennessee.
Editorials
Women In Combat: Student Vetern Perspective Laura Douglass, News Editor On my 20th birthday, I walked into the Kansas City armed forces recruiting center and signed a contract to become a United States Marine. As I look forward to turning 27, I think about how different that day may have been had combat arms been open to women. This month defense secretary Ash Carter opened up combat roles which were previously blocked to women. People’s opinions are split on this issue, and so are own. While the job I chose was pretty similar to those roles, it made many Americans uncomfortable. I remember telling my elegant grandmother that I was going to Afghanistan - she was very upset. Even though I wasn’t “on the front lines,” I remember explaining to her that many women were. They were strong and capable. Many women that I know drove over improvised
explosive devices. I often refer to a story my ex-husband - who I served with - told me about a woman in combat. This story sums up where my heart is with this choice: “A woman soldier named Heather was positioned behind a 50-caliber machine gun that was mounted on top of an armored truck. Her truck drove over a bomb and it detonated. While the whole team was fine, Heather had a rock nick her face. There was a good deal of blood but she was fine. The men in their unit all focused on her to ensure her safety, but when men hit bombs everyone assumed they were ok.” This is where things get hairy. Heather was completely capable and handled that situation appropriately. Do I think she should be held out of certain jobs because of her gender?
Absolutely not. However, we should examine whether on not men can handle fighting alongside women. It’s their problem - not ours. The other half of the argument has to do with the extreme physical requirements of being a member of the infantry. I have met two women who physically could have met the requirements and both of them told me they wouldn’t want to. Many of my veteran peers are concerned that the standards will be lowered in order to include women. I don’t believe women should be kept from combat roles. They should be afforded that opportunity. That being said, the next time you hear a veteran yelling about why it shouldn’t happen, understand the very real concerns many have. Photo Credits Laura Douglass
New Year’s Resolutions from a Student Who Doesn’t Work Out Sarah Kiser, Staff Writer
As a rule, I do not specifically set aside time to be active. Like many college students I am on the go too much to have the time or need to work out. Who needs to go to the gym when they run from a lecture to a meeting and so on all day long? On average I’ll cross Meredith’s campus 7 or 8 times a day. Often I’m on my bike and take a few extra laps for the sheer joy of it. That being said, I definitely did not make a new year’s resolution to get into shape. However most people do, and I probably should have. So for the length of one (business) week I will be setting fitness and nutrition goals and recording what ensues. Week long nutrition goal: eat no junk food, hydrate, eat more of that raw spinach at Belk Dining Hall. Tuesday 19th: Work out: jog 1 mile stretch routine before and after. Thoughts before beginning: as I always say, “how bad could it be?” I’m looking forward to this; I used to love stretching. Hopefully I can be informative and encouraging to those who actually make health resolutions so that they can get a good start. At any rate I’ll improve my fitness and learn more about proper exercising. During: Good thing I brought this sports watch to college. 13 year-old me had good taste. This was a great way to start a workout. A mile is not that bad and it only took me 9 minutes including stopping for traffic and tying my shoe. If it was slightly warmer and
less windy out, I would have enjoyed that even more. Feeling after: Freezing! Ten minutes after entering the dorm, I’m still shivering. Even still, I felt great, in fact after walking it off I did some sprints! Sprints seem like great exercise, so exciting and less dull than jogging. As far as distance goes it is not that efficient, but running with only speed in mind is exhilarating. Gotta get that speed! Wednesday 20th: Work out: jog 1.5 miles stretch before and after Using the eight pound weight I took from my brother’s closet (pick whatever weight suits you. This is just what is available to me), do lifts, twists and squats for 15 minutes. Thoughts before beginning: Okay, this is going to go well. I just wish the weather was better, but now I know to wear gloves and winter apparel. During: This isn’t that bad. Am I walking too frequently? Maybe I should use longer strides. Where is everyone else? At least no one can see me. Except for that man in the car. People watching! He smiled and waved at a stranger and judging by the way he waved with the right hand though I’m on his left and the fact that he’s driving with the left like one would in a big ole truck, he’s probably from round here. That was nice of him. I really wish I wasn’t listening to my old country music, way too much Taylor Swift; maybe 13 yr.-old me didn’t have great taste.
Feeling After: I feel great! Warm on the inside though I can’t feel my skin. Energized! Time to twist… and shout. My fingers are still frozen… for the first time in forever… can’t feel my fingers hard to type. Thursday 21st Work out: jog 2 miles stretch before and after Repeat exercises with eight pound weight. Do 20 sit-ups, 10 push-ups, 30 leg lifts, 45 sec. planking Thoughts before beginning: Let’s jog! I believe it’s slightly warmer today that’ll be good. During: This is embarrassing. I should’ve worn sunglasses so people can’t recognize me. I’ve got an app now that measures my distance so I don’t have to stay on the paths described in. That makes it easier, not stressing about the distance. Turns out, the app did not calculate my distance, but after consulting the “Move More, Meredith” brochures my path took me slighty over 2 miles. I cannot do push-ups. What is wrong with me? Feeling After: A bit short for breath but I really enjoyed that. Not frozen, not passing out. Turns out fitness can be quite enjoyable. Friday 22nd Workout: jog 2 miles; (3) 100 meter sprints; stretch before and after; repeat exercises with eight pound weight; do 25 sit-ups, 12 push-ups, 35 leg lifts, 45 sec. planking
Thoughts before beginning: It’s snowing and freezing rain, but I really want to go jogging. Bet there won’t be traffic on the sidewalks. I did promise to do my workouts entirely, for the story of course. During: These logs are extremely stream-of-conscious. Very Faulkneresque. People are gonna wonder why I’m contemplating literature while jogging. I don’t even like Faulkner, more of a Twain and Alcott person myself. Even better for jogging, angsty scene kid music, man that was a good phase. If I could make a video: Sarah Kiser here reporting for the Meredith Herald in the great outdoors. Today is the fourth day of my fitness log, and I just have to say that I am really enjoying this whole jogging thing. The rest of it, not as much. Due to the weather classes are cancelled woot woot and I’m out here jogging all by myself. My shoes are completely soaked, but I’m not cold in the slightest. The sunglasses help to hide the embarrassment and keep all this ice out of my eyes. I’m not that good, at jogging, but certainly improving. Feeling After: My skin is completely numb, but I feel warm and healthy. I didn’t fall and got a decent distance in. To be continued… For videos and the full story go to meredithherald.wordpress.com
Ask Angel M’Beyanna Robinson, Staff Writer Need advice? Drop off your questions at the new AskAngel submission box located in Joyner, next to the downstairs copier. Dear Ask Angel, Where is the best place to meet sexy singles? You have a couple of options! For example, you can start a Craigslist ad for a Potential Bae. That way you can weed out all the crazy people who eat
cereal with a fork. You don’t need people like that in your life. Another option would be going to popular places like: a bar, Chuck E. Cheese or Harris Teeter. BRUH! Harris Teeter is Bae City, especially near the fresh fruit and Chuck E. Cheese… Hello! Bonding over tokens! Dear Ask Angel, How do you make time for studies and friends?
You have time for friends? Lucky. Your time management skills must be amazing! You could take your friend to the library. BEWARE! Studying for Chem will turn into you and your friend trying to figure out how you and the hot barista from Starbucks had no chemistry real quick! Obviously, he’s blind because you’re all types of sexy! Dear Ask Angel, My roommate keeps stealing my cute tops from H&M. Everytime I go
shopping and leave for the weekend, I come back to some of my clothes missing. What should I do? I don’t want to hurt her feelings. First of all, shawty needs a J O B! Also, I can’t even afford to breathe in H&M, let alone buy something. So, I know those clothes ain’t cheap! You should invest in a scarecrow and put it in your closet. If it scares birds away, it’ll scare her too!