Ways to Change Your Life in 10 Minutes

I’ve recently been going through a series of changes in my life and came across some recent articles that have inspired me to make small strides in my daily routine. The most effective way to meet any goal, experts say, is through a series of tiny changes. Here are some that I’ve been making: Wipe Down Your Smartphone: Using …

Midterm Aftermath: Ways to Prevent Sickness

With some of us still conquering midterms and some facing the repercussions of red-eyed late nights, it is important to put your health first and take care of yourself during such a stressful time. Our immune systems can slack off sometimes but it doesn’t mean you should too. Here are my tips:  1.  Vitamin C  This …

Pledge Purple: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

In case you did not already know, October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Throughout the month of October, the lights in the FIT lobbies of the David Dubinsky Student Center, Business & Liberal Arts Center, and Marvin Feldman Center will shine purple—the symbolic color of Domestic Violence Awareness. It is also historically recognized as the battered women’s movement. This awareness is in …

Brain Foods for Midterm Madness

If anyone is currently gearing up for midterms or any other testing, I’m right there with you! My mind is all over the place now that midterms have begun at FIT, and if I’m honest, it’s a struggle to balance healthy eating when coffee and ramen are so easily accessible. It’s time to make a conscious effort to …

Great Volunteer Spots in the City

Hello there! Always looking out for new finds in the city (for free), I came across a list of volunteer spots I’ve never heard of before, which spiked my curiosity. For the past three years I’ve volunteered at a number of organizations from Food Kitchens to various social events. However I’ve never really heard or …