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The Ultimate Meditation Playlist

By: Ellice Ellis '20

It’s almost spring break, Trojans! Many of us have taken one or two midterms, outlined key term papers, or are gearing up to take a relaxing week off from our studies. For myself, I stress more than ever before winter break, summer break, or spring break because I try to balance relaxing and being productive before the vacation period even starts. If you’ve found yourself in this boat or are just generally stressed about school, work or life — this post is for you.

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Best organizing methods/planners to kick off the new year

By: Ellice Ellis ‘20

The start of a new year and coincidentally a new semester is a great time to get organized. Having all your obligations, homework assignments, significant events, and even free time sorted out will make the remaining 15 weeks of the semester a lot easier. For myself, I use the calendar app on my phone as well as a physical planner to help guide my weeks. I schedule in my workouts, time with friends, work obligations, and classes, as well as using reminders, so I am on top of everything in my worldview. Here’s to a new year, and here are 5 organizing products and methods that will help you get off on the right foot.

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Kickstart Your Creativity for the Spring Semester

By: Ellice Ellis ‘20

Famous Maltese theorist Edward de Bono once said: “Creativity involves breaking out of established patterns in order to look at things in a different way." Its January 2020, the start of a new year and new decade, meaning a great time to try something new and jumpstart new habits, patterns, and goals. For myself, writing is my creative outlet of choice. I love expressing my opinion and telling stories with my words and encourage others to do the same. In the spirit of creativity, whatever medium you chose, here are some clubs, opportunities, and organizations to join this semester.

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No Gym? No Problem?: Stay Fit Over The Break

By: Ellice Ellis ‘20

You’ve made it! The semester has ended, finals are over, and you might be back home ready to eat all the things. We Trojans love Lyon and the Village Recreation center. Still, those amenities aren’t necessarily available to all of us at home. It’s no secret that between food, family, and friends, staying fit over the holidays is a challenge for many people, but it doesn’t have to be. Gym memberships are hassle and boutique fitness classes are expensive, but there are other ways to stay fit and in tune with your body when away from the gym. Everyone’s body is different, and there’s no one size fits all approach to fitness. However, smaller actions like drinking water, walking when you can, or even maximizing your vegetable intake can go a long way in improving your overall health, especially during the holidays when the food is abundant. Once again, Trojans360 is here to rescue with ten gems for staying fit over winter break.

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Get Through November With These Five Events

By: Ellice Ellis ‘20

We’re half-way through November, but there’s still lots to do amid all your studying and UCLA-hating… for free. Plan out the rest of your month these five amazing events and activities.

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5 Lessons for My Freshman Year Self

By: Ellice Ellis ‘20

Here’s a secret about me— I’m a senior. And yes, I’m stressed about paying back student loans, finding a job after college and senioritis has consumed my entire being. Despite the beautiful mess that is the end of my college career, there is a multitude of experiences and lessons to be grateful for. So for my freshman, sophomores, and even juniors, here are some lessons you can pull from my college experience, and hopefully, you’ll come out on top.

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5 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes

By: Ellice Ellis ‘20

No matter the day of the week it lands on, Halloween is the perfect holiday for college students. Between dressing up, getting spooky, partying, and eating obscene amounts of candy, there is something for everyone. Gone are the days of donning a pair of cat ears and calling it a day, though. Here are five last-minute Halloween costume that don’t scream, “I made this after my 3-hour lecture.”

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What is Motivate & Empower?

By: Ellice Ellis ‘20

There are many ways students can get involved on campus, but have you heard of Motivate & Empower (M&E)? If you want to gain a sense of social responsiveness, inspire change, and help to empower local communities, this group is for you.

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The Truth About Getting A Bad Grade

By: Ellice Ellis ‘20

To make my intro short; college is hard. Balancing massive amounts of free time, over 200 pages of reading, work-study, projects and personal issues is a lot for young adults to deal with. Consequently, there are going to be times where you miss class, slack on assignments and are just not up to this “getting a degree thing.” Out of all of this mess and confusion, your first bad grade might pop up.

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