Your Essential Summer Reading List: 6 Books for College Students
May 27, 2020 | Clemson Student Life
While this summer might look different than years past due to the global pandemic still in effect, many things haven’t changed. You can still lounge in a hammock, by a pool, or on a beach (safely, of course), and devour a good book. Whether you’re looking for a beach read or an inspiring biography—we’ve got you covered. We put together the essential summer reading list with six books for college students, organized by genre.
… Continue readingHow College Students Can Help Others and Spread Joy
April 27, 2020 | Clemson Student Life
Here at EPOCH, we aim to help others on a daily basis. While we’re currently experiencing trying times, we believe it’s even more imperative to support our residents, neighbors, and friends. Here are just a few ideas for safely spreading joy in your community while maintaining safe practices and social distancing.
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March 31, 2020 | Clemson Student Life
Clean eating is a healthy living method that encourages you to eat more whole, nutritious food instead of processed options. Different from a specific diet, clean eating is more of a lifestyle change to create balanced and healthy routines. To embrace healthier habits at college, try these eight clean eating tips.
… Continue readingHow to Embrace the Minimalist Lifestyle in College
February 27, 2020 | Clemson Student Life
Accumulating possessions is a part of life, but you might be asking yourself, how much stuff is too much? A smaller living space in college (such as a dorm room or apartment) can leave you feeling crowded and overwhelmed with all of your possessions. It’s not an ideal feeling to have when you’re trying to focus on excelling in school and preparing for the real world. If you find yourself feeling this way, it might be time to embrace the trend of minimalism.
… Continue readingNeed help finding someone to take over your lease?
January 30, 2020 | Clemson Student Life
If you’re an EPOCH resident who has signed a lease, but taking a semester abroad or taking time off, you might be worried about what to do. While you want to keep your amazing room, apartment and roommate setup, you don’t want to be on the hook for covering your portion of the monthly rent. Don’t stress! This is a common occurrence with university communities. We call it a lease takeover (LTO), where you find another student to sublet your room for a designated period, typically a semester.
To navigate your lease take over, use these tips and resources.
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January 28, 2020 | Clemson Student Life
You might notice as soon as the holiday season ends, all advertisements, marketing, and retail stores start promoting another winter holiday—Valentine’s Day. This loved-fueled celebration is right around the corner, and contrary to popular opinion, it can be a fun day for everyone.
… Continue readingHow to Make Your Routine Work for You in 2020
December 20, 2019 | Clemson Student Life
If you are a human being who functions in the world, then you are familiar with New Year’s resolutions and, most likely, have written some for yourself at one point. But chances are, you’re also no stranger to how difficult it can be to maintain those resolutions past January 31—and you are not alone. An estimated 80 percent of Americans are not optimistic about sticking to their resolutions, and another 42 percent think it’s a “pointless” ritual to begin with, based on a survey from YouGov.
… Continue readingCollege Holiday Party Ideas: 4 Tips for Throwing a Pre-Break Gathering
December 4, 2019 | Clemson Student Life
As the holidays approach, you may consider having one last party before everyone heads in separate directions for winter break. Timing a party around the holidays and finals can be tricky, but it can also be one of the best stress-relieving ways to wind down and celebrate a successful semester. Use these simple college holiday party ideas to plan your gathering.
… Continue reading7 Cyber Monday Tips for Christmas Shopping on a Budget
November 14, 2019 | Clemson Student Life
It’s that time of year again—crowded malls, endless lines and driving across town hunting down deals. Thanks to Cyber Monday (the Monday after Thanksgiving when many online retailers have Black Friday-level deals), you can avoid that.
… Continue readingClemson Tailgating Tips from Upperclassmen and Alumni
October 29, 2019 | Campus Life at Clemson University
College football in the south is kind of a big deal. From a three-time, national title-winning team to all-day tailgates, Saturdays in Clemson are hard to beat. While football games and tailgating can be loads of fun, a little planning is necessary to ensure your day is a success. We’ve chatted with upperclassmen and Tiger Alumni to get the best insider Clemson Tailgating Tips.
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