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After a few (very short) months of soaking up the sunshine, fall semester is almost upon us. Are you looking for the perfect way to end your summer before you head back to school this fall? Don’t worry, collegiettes—we’ve got you covered!

We are giving away two tickets to one of the summer’s most anticipated events: the Billboard Hot 100 Music Festival. Located at the Jones Beach Theater in New York, this festival features 40+ artists including The Weeknd, Justin Bieber, Skrillex, Nicki Minaj, Kygo, Lil Wayne, Jason Derulo, American Authors and more. This festival is two days long and will take place on three different stages throughout the venue.

Worried about who you’ll pick to come to the festival with you if you win? Don’t be! The rest of your friends can get their tickets to this two-day music-lover’s dream here.

Don’t wait to figure out how you’ll end your summer with a bang this year—enter to win your tickets to the Billboard Hot 100 Music Festival now! 

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Some people just aren't satisfied with achieving worldwide fame and success in their respective fields. Here are a few celebrities with additional areas of expertise you might not know about...

1. Emma Watson

As if a leading role in one of the most popular movie franchises of all time, a degree from a prestigious Ivy League university, and a place on TIME 100's list of Most Influential People weren't enough, the Harry Potter star is also an accomplished artist. Her house is filled with her original paintings and drawings. We're not sure how it's even possible for one person to accomplish so many things—we're wondering if there's a Time Turner involved?

2. Kristen Stewart

In an interview on Lopez Tonight in 2010, Twilight's leading lady got to show off her special (and unexpected) talent: juggling. She revealed that she once considered juggling onstage at the MTV Movie Awards, but decided against it for fear of tripping in her heels. It's been a few years, but we're sure K-Stew's still got it!

3. Neil Patrick Harris 

In addition to being a singing-dancing-acting triple threat, NPH has a penchant for magic tricks—he's even a former president of Hollywood's world-famous Magic Castle. Harris has loved magic since childhood, and his onscreen personas on shows like How I Met Your Mother and Glee tend to share his affinity. He's also been known to do a few tricks in his guest appearances on talk shows such as Ellen DeGeneres. 

4. Cara Delevingne

As if this model-turned-actress landing the lead role in Paper Towns wasn't surprising enough, it turns out Cara Delevingne has quite the singing voice as well. Earlier this year, she took the stage for her first live performance with Pharrell Williams to sing "CC The World," which the two recorded for a short film promoting Chanel's latest campaign. She can play the guitar and drums, too—is there anything this girl can't do?!

5. Colin Farrell

Before he found fame in the movie business, Colin Farrell made his living as a country line dancing instructor in Ireland. Though he gets embarrassed when asked about his dancing days, he's admitted that he made quite a bit of money teaching as a teenager—maybe this could be a new option to consider when you're looking for your next part-time job...

6. Amanda Seyfried

We all knew Amanda Seyfried could predict the weather with her boobs, but did you know she's also an avid knitter? She's described her hobby as therapeutic and often does it while on the elliptical or listening to audiobooks. She's even made hats as gifts for cast and crew members on the sets of her films.

7. Ryan Gosling 

When he's not busy claiming his rightful place as one of Hollywood's most swoon-worthy heartthrobs, Ryan Gosling focuses on his musical pursuits. He even released a rock album a few years back as part of a duo called Dean Man's Bones, where he contributed vocals, piano, guitar and bass.

It's incredible how some of the world's most sought-after celebrities find the time to pursue so many different interests. Which of these hidden talents do you find most surprising? 

With graduation comes the thrill of never having to write another term paper or cram for final exams again. But that fateful day also seems to signal the end of your participation in the activities outside the classroom that you enjoyed for four years. Fortunately, getting your degree doesn’t necessarily mean that you have to kiss your favorite pastimes goodbye, because you can pursue so many of them in the real world. Here’s what to do if you…

…played a sport but didn’t get recruited for the big leagues:

Don’t worry; you’re not permanently benched. Whether you started on a Division 1 team or stepped in as the Snitch for the annual Quidditch tournament, there are plenty of opportunities to stay active and find the team camaraderie you’re missing in the real world. To start, you can use your network of college friends to join in with their athletic after-work outings.

“I played Ultimate Frisbee with my current roommate in college. She graduated a few years before me and played for a while in the city, so she suggested a summer league to me,” says Emily Brower, a 2014 Union College graduate and a member of the Ultimate Frisbee team as a student. “It was low cost and low commitment and would help me meet some awesome people and introduce me to a greater community if I decided I wanted to play more seriously in the future. Being in a new city can be hard, but I've been able to meet some great people and establish some consistency (and get outside) by playing each week.”

If you belong to a gym, ask about group classes or team sport offerings, both of which are great ways to get to know new people and stay in shape. You may even discover a new sport that you love!

These views reflect the opinion of the author.

Recently, the Alpha Phi sorority at the University of Alabama released their 2015 recruitment video. From that video alone, I would not be convinced to even think about joining that sorority.

The video featured what A. L. Bailey, of AL.com, called “racially and aesthetically homogenous” girls clad in matching clothing and bikinis dancing around, blowing glitter and otherwise living up to any other typical stereotype of a large sorority house at a Southern school.

Don’t get me wrong—there isn’t anything wrong with girls wearing bikinis in an online video or embracing their femininity. The issue lies in the general similarities between every girl in that video. The video does not feature anything other than white members of the sorority, most of them with matching beach blonde hair, matching skinny body types and similar faces.

That is not the reality of college, or sorority, life. Universities are filled with diversity, as are their respective Greek life organizations. According to the University of Alabama’s website, approximately 12 percent of their student population is of African American heritage, and 3 percent of the community is Hispanic. While sororities are meant for making lasting relationships with a diverse group of women, Alpha Phi only featured homogenous-looking women, which does not advertise anything positive to me.

According to USA TODAY, Griffin Meyer, the UA student filmmaker that shot the video, claimed that the shoot was, "not very organized and there was a lot of improvisation that led to shots with similar looking girls.” In addition, Meyer added, “There is no drinking, no drugs, no nudity. It’s kind of sad girls can’t play fake football or be in a bikini without the judgement of the entire Internet.”

The second part of Meyer’s statement has its merits. The women of Alpha Phi weren’t obscene or inappropriate in the recruitment video. They should be able to embrace a feminine point of view if they want to without people feeling a need to pass an unfair judgment. However, “improvisation” is no excuse for a lack of diversity in a publicized and well-circulated video.

Alabama is about 30 percent African American, 2 percent Asian, and 4 percent Hispanic. This video, stemming from the state’s flagship university, did not reflect Alabama’s true demographics as it should have. Alpha Phi could have and should have included far more diversity in their recruitment video. The video advertises an unreal reality where all of the girls in a sorority act and look exactly alike, which is a dangerous and false advertisement for Alpha Phi.

Fall semester is almost here, and with it comes a whole slew of new expenses. From rent to food to textbooks to new clothes, you’re definitely going to need cash to make ends meet this school year. That’s why we’re bringing you the best way to earn extra money and boost your resume: Apply to be a GEM Merchandiser for Chloe + Isabel!

Apply by Friday, September 4th—that’s an application deadline extension exclusive to Her Campus readers! Chloe + Isabel is a fashion jewelry brand devoted to empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs through social retail. The GEM Program sets up entrepreneurial college students for career success by offering marketable, real world experience. Ready to build your resume and your bank account? Apply to be a GEM Merchandiser by September 4th!You just have to be at least 18-years-old and a US Citizen to apply!

Through Chloe + Isabel’s specialized training, GEM Merchandisers (GEM stands for “growth, empowerment, merchandising,” BTW!)  gain valuable sales, marketing, merchandising and social media skills that set them apart in the job market. In fact, GEM alumni have gone on to land their dream jobs at Bloomingdale’s, Kate Spade, Julep, Madewell and more!

Beyond the professional perks, there are other fantastic benefits to being a GEM Merchandiser. For instance, GEM Merchandisers earn 25-40% commission on all personal sales! Plus, for just $79, you can get the brand new GEM Starter Kit, which includes over $400 worth of jewelry and marketing materials, 10 pieces of jewelry to wear around campus and use at pop-up shops, and a customizable online boutique that Chloe + Isabel will host for free!

And that’s not all! By joining the GEM community, you could win an internship at Chloe + Isabel headquarters for Summer 2016, an all-expenses paid trip to NYC, shopping sprees at top retailers, one-on-one resume writing sessions, a personal recommendation letter from Chloe + Isabel CEO Chantel Waterbury and more!

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been waiting for, apply by September 4th to be a GEM Merchandiser. Good luck, collegiettes!   

You don't need to wear designer brands to look darn amazing! Let these celebs demonstrate:

1. H&M

Kendall Jenner in H&M Jacket

Kendall almost had us fooled in this Barbour knockoff.

Solange Knowles in H&M Suit

Solange is living proof that you can look ultra-glam for just a few bucks.

Nicole Richie in H&M Dress

In the off chance that you have a red carpet event coming up, you can look just as fab as Nicole in this H&M gown.

2. Zara

Katie Holmes in Zara Dress

Exactly how sure are we that this Zara number is sold out? Pretty sure, unfortunately.

Gwen Stefani in Zara Blazer

You could create so many outfits with a staple like this yellow blazer!

Kate Middleton in Zara Dress

The duchess of Cambridge is the image of elegance in a Zara silk dress.

3. ASOS

Taylor Swift in ASOS Coat

We love ASOS for affordable finds that look designer—and so does Taylor!

Olivia Palermo in ASOS Dress

If fashion queen and blogger Olivia shops at ASOS, so do we.

4. Topshop

Gigi Hadid in Topshop Coat

Faux fur has never looked as good as it does on Gigi.

Jessica Alba in Topshop Skirt

The British brand is your one s-Topshop for beautiful fashion finds.

5. Brandy Melville

Vanessa Hudgens in Brandy Dress

We all have a friend who owns this dress! See, celebrities really are just like us.

Ashley Tisdale in Brandy Pants

Ashley masters hippie chic in these flowy pants.

Victoria Justice in Brandy T-Shirt

Just when we thought only ex-Disney stars shopped the Italian brand, we found this picture of ex-Nickelodeon actress Victoria Justice. Because variety is the spice of life.

6. Forever 21

Selena Gomez in Forever 21 Cardigan

Apparently, every collegiette's go-to store is also a favorite for former Disney starlets like Selena, Lindsay Lohan and...

Miley Cyrus in Forever 21 Pants

Pre-twerking Miley was spotted in these camo print skinnies in Los Angeles.

7. American Apparel

Bella Thorne in AA One-Piece

Bella celebrated Independence Day the only way she knows how in this cool American Apparel swimsuit.

Rihanna in AA Dress

You win this round, Riri.

What are your favorite budget-friendly brands, collegiettes?

All our dreams are coming true, because Toy Story 4 is in the making. At the recent D23 Expo, Disney's John Lasseter confirmed that a fourth installment in the beloved Toy Story series is on its way. While we're not sure that Toy Story 3 can be topped, Lasseter assured audiences that the new animated film will go in a different direction. Set to be released on June 16, 2017, Toy Story 4 will focus on Woody and Bo Peep's relationship.

"It’s a love story with Woody and—and this is news—Bo Peep… At Pixar and at Disney, we only make sequels if we come up with a story that’s as good or better than the original. That’s our rule," Lasseter promised.

We always wondered why Bo Peep wasn't in Toy Story 3, and we're excited for her return. She and Woody are basically meant to be, so this is one relationship we can get behind. Now it's time to re-watch the first three movies in preparation for when the fourth film hits theaters!

Click here to download a printable version of this list!

If you’re studying abroad this semester, you’re about to face the ultimate challenge before you even board the plane: packing everything you need to live in a different country in one suitcase. You may freak out a bit as you figure out what to bring, what to leave and what’s actually essential.

Take a deep breath, collegiettes—we’re here to help! Before you rush to the airport, use this checklist to ensure that you have everything you need for your new home away from home. 

Click here to download a printable version of this list!

In your carry-on bag

• American cell phone and charger (in case you need to contact someone while you’re still in the U.S.)
• Boarding pass(es)
• Cash (bring American dollars and the currency of your host location or money you can exchange for it—enough to use in case of an emergency, but not more money than you can afford to lose)
• Copy of birth certificate
• Copy of Social Security card
• Credit card (notify your bank that you’ll be abroad before you leave to avoid your account being frozen)
• Debit card
• Deodorant
• E-reader or book
• Emergency contact list
• Face wipes
• Gum
• Hand sanitizer 
• Headphones 
• Health insurance card
• Passport 
• Prescription medication(s) you usually take (make sure you bring enough refills to last your entire trip—but future prescriptions can go in your checked luggage)
• School ID
• Spare outfit (in case your luggage gets lost or delayed)
• State ID
• Student visa
• Travel itinerary
• Travel pillow
• Travel tickets (if you’re taking a train or other transport after your plane lands)
• Wallet

Toiletries

Keep these in a plastic bag at the top of your checked suitcase.

Tip: To save room in your suitcase, buy standard items such as shampoo, conditioner and body wash in your host country.

• Acne medication/cream
• Face lotion/moisturizer
• Makeup
• Mini shampoo & conditioner (until you get the chance to get full-sized bottles in your new country)
• Mouthwash (small)
• Soap (mini bottle if you're using body wash)
• Toothbrush
• Toothpaste

Supplies

Tip: Because of the voltage differences in many electronic products, you may want to wait until you’re in your host country to buy items such as a blow dryer or hair straightener—plugging an American hair dryer into an outlet converter could overheat and break it.

• Bobby pins
• Comb
• Contacts, solution and case (again, make sure you have all the contacts you'll need for your time abroad)
• Glasses and glasses case
• Hair ties
• Hairbrush
• Headbands
• Nail clipper
• Razor(s)
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Tampons and pads
• Tweezers

Laundry

You will likely have the opportunity to do laundry on your trip, and you'll be able to purchase detergent in your host country.

• Downy Wrinkle Release spray
• Linens/towels (if your housing doesn’t have them)
• Portable stain remover pen
• Travel sheet (for hostels)

Clothing

Tip: Mixing and matching outfits and layering saves a ton of space in your suitcase! Make sure you check the predicted weather of the country you’re traveling to so you can dress appropriately. Don’t bring anything you’d be devastated to see ruined!

• Athletic sneakers (1)
• Bathing suits (1-2)
• Boots (1-2)
• Bras (2 sports bras, 2 regular bras, 1 strapless/convertible bras)
• Casual dresses (2)
• Everyday comfortable shoes (1-2)
• Flats (1)
• Flip-flops (1)
• Formal outfit (1-2)
• Gloves (1, if weather appropriate)
• Going-out outfit (3-5)
• Hat (1)
• Heavier coat for colder climates (1)
• Heels (1-2)
• Jacket (2; a light one and one for colder weather, if applicable)
• Jeans (2, one black & one blue)
• Jewelry (remember that bringing jewelry to another country is always a risk; don’t bring anything too valuable!)
• Leggings (1-3)
• Long-sleeve shirts (3-5)
• Pajamas (2-3)
• Pants (1-2 nice pairs)
• Purse (1-2)
• Raincoat (1)
• Scarf (1)
• Short-sleeve shirts (5-7)
• Shorts (2-4, if weather appropriate)
• Skirts (1-2)
• Socks (14)
• Sweaters (3-5)
• Sweatshirt (2)
• T-shirts (3-5)
• Tank tops (3-5)
• Underwear (14)
• Watch (1)
• Workout clothes (2-5)

Electronics

Remember that most of your electronic items will need an outlet converter in order to work!

• Camera (remember your case and USB cords)
• Cell phone (keep in mind that you’ll be able to buy an international phone when you arrive at your destination)
• Chargers (laptop, phone, camera, e-reader, etc.)
• Flash drive
• iPod
• Laptop
• Laptop case
• Outlet adapters (2-3)
• USB cable

Medical

Tip: Remember to check if the medications you take are legal in the country that you’re going to by contacting the country’s embassy. Some over-the-counter medications are illegal outside of the United States.

• Adhesive bandages
• Allergy medicine
• Birth control
• Cold and flu medicine
• Eye drops
• Motion sickness medicine
• Over-the-counter pain medicine
• Vitamins

Miscellaneous

• Backpack (small)
• Gift for your host family (bring something that they couldn’t get in their own country, like memorabilia from your hometown)
• Journal
• Language dictionary
• Map
• Playing cards
• Travel guide
• Umbrella (small)

Click here to download a printable version of this list!

As you pack for one of the most exciting trips of your life, remember to leave room in your suitcase, because chances are you’ll come home with awesome memorabilia. Safe travels, collegiettes! 

The hottest Spotify playlist ever made is officially here, and belongs to our very own commander in chief. Yes, you heard correctly: POTUS has a playlist.

Just last week, the White House tweeted out two distinct playlists that President Obama created for his summer vacation. From a president that we've seen like this:

we could expect nothing less than absolute greatness - and we weren't disappointed! The two playlists, entitled "Day" and "Night," are brimming with danceable hits both old and new. It's got everything from Queen B (a must have for any classy president) to the Rolling Stones. 

The more chill "Night" playlist takes the energy down a notch, with mellow ballads from The Lumineers, Mary J. Blige and even Frank Sinatra (his Chicago pride is showing!). 

President Obama has been known to be many things, but "stuffy archaic politician" was never one of them. We can practically see him wiggling his mom-jean-clad butt to Florence + The Machine, or slow dancing with a daughter to Van Morrison's "Moondance." He's as down-to-earth as they come for a president, and that's what we love most about him (politics aside). 

If you want to check out his summer reading list, you can see that here. We've basically just given you all you need for back-to-college trip entertainment - you're welcome!

Staying healthy in college is no easy feat. When your cheapest option is often chowing down on free pizza at informational club meetings, and you’re constantly running between classes and extracurriculars (when you’re not going out with friends, of course), it’s easy to watch your fitness goals fall by the wayside. No wonder the Freshman 15 terrifies so many incoming collegiettes!

We asked Joy Bauer—registered dietician, Health Expert for The TODAY Show, and founder of the new snack brand, Nourish Snacks—for suggestions when it comes to making healthy, nutritious choices in a college environment. From how to avoid binge-eating when you're pulling an all-nighter to what you should eat when you get back from a night out, Joy offers some awesome (and realistic!) tips for staying healthy in college.

Meet Joy Bauer, health expert extraordinaire.

Her Campus: What should you eat in the morning if you have no time for breakfast before running to class? 

Joy Bauer: Microwavable oatmeal is a great option, and you can boost the flavor (and nutritional value) by topping it with sliced banana, dried fruit, or chopped nuts and seeds—all nonperishable and perfect for dorm-room storage. If you’re a peanut butter (or almond butter) fan, spread some on an apple, a banana, or a few rice cakes, and take ‘em to go.  If you have a mini-fridge in your room, pack it with Greek yogurts and tote one along with a piece of fruit or Nourish Snacks bag to class. 

HC: How can you avoid binge-eating when you're pulling an all-nighter?

JB: Plan ahead for success! Munch on some of the following items while studying and you’ll stay focused, energized and motivated.

• Veggies with low-cal dip, like salsa, hot sauce, or light salad dressing—or 1/4 cup of hummus or guacamole, for extra staying-awake power. Choose from a laundry list of high-volume filling produce: cucumber slices, baby carrots, grape tomatoes, celery sticks, sugar snap peas, broccoli, cauliflower…You get it.
• Light popcorn is a perfect high volume, low calorie snack that comes packed with filling fiber. Each cup provides just 30 calories.
• Grapes, fresh or frozen. They’re sweet, non-messy, and only about 100 calories per cup. (That’s half the calories in a cup of chips, or 1/4 the amount in a cup of gummy candy). As an added bonus, purple grapes contain anthocyanins, an antioxidant that can boost your brainpower.
• Nourish Snacks. While all of the snacks are winners, Mocha-mazing (cocoa-dusted almonds mixed with mocha-flavored granola), Monkey Love (chocolate-banana granola bites) and Miss Popular (half-popped corn kernels mixed with dark chocolate morsels) provide the added bonus of dark chocolate, which has been connected with enhanced brain function.
• Lollipops. As a nutritionist, I don’t often advocate for candy eating (!), but lollis are less than 100 calories each and will occupy your taste buds for a while.
• Gum. A shot of flavor and a whole lot of chewing is often the perfect remedy for stress reduction during intense study sessions.
• Hot, caffeinated beverages (like coffee and green or black tea) provide a boost of caffeine to keep you raring to go. Just go easy on the cream and sugar.

HC: How can you keep yourself in check in the dining hall this year if you gained a lot of weight last year? 

JB: Before hitting the buffet line, set a few ground rules to help keep you on track:

• Avoid all fried foods, including chicken, French fries, onion rings, fish sticks. Anything that’s been breaded and dunked in a vat of oil is calorific and will leave you bloated and sluggish. Go for grilled, broiled, poached, steamed, or baked instead. 
• Go heavy on the veggies. Dive into the impressive dining hall salad bars, which offer a huge variety of creative, tasty toppings. If salads aren’t your thing, dish up some of the roasted veggies at the hot entrées bar.
• Minimize starch servings, including pasta, rice, bread, and potatoes. Starches are more calorie-dense than other foods and they’re easy to overeat. If you can’t resist, cap your serving at just one scoop (or one slice of bread) per meal.
• Nix soda. Need I say more?
• End on a sweet note. Stick to fresh fruit as often as possible, and when a dessert craving is too tempting to resist, limit yourself to half a serving.  Or try this trick:  Fill an ice cream cup with fresh fruit and top it with frozen yogurt (rather than the other way around) to boost the nutrient quotient and save calories.

HC: What are the best things to eat when you need a lot of energy and concentration for studying? 

JB: Studies show that protein directly stimulates brain cells to help with long-lasting concentration, so make sure the meal that precedes your study session comes packed with at least one protein-rich option like chicken, turkey, lean meat, fish, shrimp, tofu, black beans, lentils, chickpeas, eggs, or Greek yogurt.

Also, if you have access to a blender, definitely try my Smart Smoothie. It comes packed with brain-boosting ingredients and tastes delicious.

HC: If you are going out drinking, what are the healthiest drinks that you can order? 

JB: You’re always safe with a glass of wine or champagne (120 calories each), a light beer (about 100 calories), or a shot of liquor with seltzer and a splash of fruit juice, like cranberry or grapefruit (about 100 calories). 

HC: What is the best snack to have when you get back from a night out and just want to order a pizza? 

JB: Make your own low-cal, health-ified pizza using this simple recipe. Just 170 calories for the entire pie and takes only 5 minutes to whip together—nice deal!

Don’t have a kitchen? Buy a big bag of light popcorn and share it with friends.

Also, keep a stash of my Nourish Snacks on hand—they’re delicious and portion-controlled so you can dig in without any guilt or regret. A few post-partying favorites include Chili’n in the Corn’r (crunchy citrus-chili roasted corn), Mr. Popular (half-popped corn kernels dusted with sea salt), Hot & Popular (spicy peanuts & half-popped corn kernels), and Coco’nilla Crunch (crunchy coconut-vanilla granola bites).

HC: What are some healthy lunches and snacks that you can easily pack to eat during busy days when you don't have time to stop in the dining hall? 

JB: Stash convenient, energizing snacks in your backpack at all times so when you don’t have time for lunch, you’re prepared to tame a growling stomach. Try:

• No-fuss portable fruit (apples, oranges, peaches, plums, bananas)
• Peanut butter & jelly sandwich on whole grain bread
• Nuts & seeds
• Nutrition bars (no more than 200 calories or 12 grams sugar)
• Turkey jerky
• Nourish Snacks

HC: Nourish snacks are packaged in portion-controlled bags, all for under 200 calories. Is portion control or calorie counting more important when it comes to staying healthy? 

JB: Most everyone—college kids included!—wants to maintain a healthy weight and curtail their sugar intake. That’s why I packaged all of my snacks in perfect portions. This way, there is no risk of overeating… You enjoy the right stuff in the right amounts. And no matter what you’re craving—sweet, salty, chewy or crunchy—there’s a Nourish Snack calling your name. 

There you have it! Joy Bauer's suggestions for how you can make nutritious choices in a college environment—we told you it was possible! Now that you've got these tips up your sleeve, staying healthy on campus will be a breeze. 

Two female soldiers are making history as the first women ever to graduate from the elite Army Ranger School. Captain Kristen Griest, age 26, and First Lieutenant Shaye Haver, age 25, were the only women out of 19 female participants to make it all the way through the Army's most intensive training course. This was the first attempt at integrating the genders for the difficult class. The two women were both trained at The United States Military Academy at West Point, which has a 9 percent acceptance rate.

While it is important to recognize that these women (understandably!) do not want to be treated any differently from their male counterparts, it's also necessary that we address this news. Their graduation (along with 94 men) from Ranger School is a huge deal, because the United States military is moving towards allowing women into direct combat roles.

According to a New York Times article, the Army (along with the other branches of the Armed Forces) has to make a decision by January 1 on "whether to seek exemptions from a 2013 order ending the formal ban on women in combat." Letting women go to Ranger School was a big factor in helping the Army reach its decision on this matter. As the New York Times emphasizes, "By year’s end, the services must identify jobs they want to continue to restrict to men and provide a rationale for doing so, but any exemption would have to be approved by the defense secretary."

We're so happy for these women and we are impressed by their amazing accomplishments. We know we'll be seeing more great things from them in the very near future!

After modeling mogul, brow-tastic phenom and social media funny-girl Cara Delevingne dropped her contract with Storm Models in July, the rumors began to circulate that she had quit modeling for good. The "Paper Towns" star recently confirmed to London's The Times that her modeling days are officially over. The reasons she gives are just plain sad.

Delevingne reported that she suffered from anxiety and body-shaming from her years of modeling and reminisces about the "disgusting" poses she was obligated to perform in her early career. 

"Modeling just made me feel a bit hollow after a while," Delevingne said in an interview. "It didn't make me grow at all as a human being. And I kind of forgot how young I was...I felt so old."

The 23-year-old has been in the modeling industry for about 12 years and knows just how cruel it can be.

"I was, like, fight and flight for months. Just constantly on edge," Delevingne added. "It is a mental thing as well because if you hate yourself and your body and the way you look, it just gets worse and worse."

The mental stress took its toll on the young starlet, who developed psoriasis, a chronic and visible skin condition that can look like a scaly rash, as a result.

Delevingne sheds light on a highly-criticized industry, showing that being in front of the camera isn't all it's made out to be.

"I am a bit of a feminist and it makes me feel sick. It's horrible and it's disgusting...[These are] young girls. You start when you are really young and you do, you get subjected to...not great stuff."

Ah, move-in day: A college student's first taste of the real world. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll never feel so free. Enjoy this emotional roller-coaster ride while it lasts, because it'll be over faster than your RA can say, "No alcohol in the dorm rooms!"

It’s move-in day, which means you’re about to embark on the adventure of a lifetime!

You couldn’t sleep last night, so you're just like, 

It's a mixture of completely exhausted but also so excited that you just need a minute. 

You parents are staring at your stuff like, 

No one said fitting this into the car was going to be easy. 

In fact, your car looks like this: 

You pull up to your new dorm, excited to get your stuff moved in.

There are people all over the place. You try to play it cool and make your way through the crowd like,

But on the inside you're like, 

You wonder how much the inventor of the futon makes. Probably like a million bucks per second judging by how many of those suckers you’ve seen in the past five minutes.

Oh, there’s no elevator in this dorm? Cool. 

You never realize how hard moving is until you have to do it without an elevator. 

And no air conditioning. Alright. 

You finally meet your roommate in person.

And your RA, who will probably tell you to leave your door open so you can meet new people.

This will sound crazy, but really, leave the door open. 

You inevitably realize you forgot something.

That something was your comforter.

Not to worry - nothing a trip to Target won’t fix!

You get to Target and it looks like every single freshman also forgot everything they own.

BUY ALL THE DORM ACCESSORIES! 

"But Mom, I need this beanbag chair for when all of my cool new friends come to sit in my cool new dorm room!"

You’re about to squeeze every last cent out of your emotional parents.

Protip: This is the best time to get things because your parents probably feel a little guilty about leaving you. 

Inevitably, you have a minor breakdown.

But it will pass. 

Then, suddenly, everything is unpacked.

Your mom is like...

And you try to keep your cool as your parents drive away, 

But you're really thinking, "Did I just make a huge mistake?"

But then you remember that you can do whatever you want now. You're an independent lady! 

So, while moving is never really fun, it will only get easier. Enjoy it! 

Happy moving! 

One of our favorite things about TV shows is that we get fabulous female characters to make gifs of, quote and aspire to be in every way. They range from funny to deadly serious and from shy to boldly outspoken - and we love them all the same. Beware, because by the end of this list, you're going to want to go re-watch every season of every show that these women are a part of...

1. Leslie Knope (Parks & Recreation)

Ovaries before brovaries, uteruses before duderuses...and waffles. 

2. Claire Underwood (House of Cards)

The Ice Queen of TV is the definition of a strong female character. Oh, and she has an INCREDIBLE wardrobe. 

3. Mindy Lahiri (The Mindy Project) 

Dr. Lahiri's feminist values and stellar sense of humor make us all wish we could work under her.

4. Rachel Green (Friends)

Rachel was a feminist before it was cool, which makes us love her even more.

5. Olivia Pope (Scandal)

No explanation needed. None whatsoever.

6. Miranda Bailey (Grey's Anatomy)

This particular masterpiece of a Shonda Rhimes character is famous for proving that women can be bossy and NOT be labeled with the other b-word.

7. Jessica Day (New Girl)

Jess has baby farm animals on her checks and is also a hardcore feminist. So HA.

8. Temperance Brennan (Bones)

One of the many reasons we love Brennan: She's completely ignorant to any idea that she wouldn't be equal to her male counterparts. We guess you could say feminism is in her Bones.

9. Piper Chapman (Orange is the New Black)

While almost all of the women from OITNB could have easily made this list, we love how Piper is never afraid to call out her superiors on their unending sexism and misogyny.

10. Olivia Benson (Law and Order: SVU)

Olivia spends her time kicking ass and taking names, and we only wish we could be half as strong as her as the episodes go on.

11. Cristina Yang (Grey's Anatomy)

We couldn't leave another of Shonda's leading ladies off of this list, especially seeing how we always loved Cristina for making academic success - above all - seem cool.

12. Jessa Johansson (Girls)

Not only does Jessa have a free spirit and a super body-positive attitude - but she tries to always encourage others to love themselves just as much.

13. Amy Fowler (The Big Bang Theory)

Amy's wit and brilliance makes her commentary on just about everything seem so much better.

14. Liz Lemon (30 Rock)

Tina Fey's genius character introduced a lot of people to feminism - and for that, we will be forever grateful.

15. Daenerys Targaryen (Game of Thrones)

Mother. Of. Dragons.

If you listen carefully as back-to-school season sets in, you can probably hear the soft sound of your wallet weeping, and it’s not hard to guess why. Textbook shopping is on the horizon, and unfortunately, knowledge doesn’t come cheap. Luckily for you collegiettes, there are budget-friendly sites out there where you can purchase or rent textbooks. Check out our list below!

1. Chegg 

For those who prefer renting books to purchasing them, Chegg is worth checking out. A self-proclaimed hub of student resources, Chegg offers both textbook and eTextbook rentals, with 21- or 14-day satisfaction guarantees, respectively. In other words, if you aren’t happy with your textbook or you decide to drop the class the book is for, you can ship it back to them for a full refund, minus the cost of shipping. And if you’re new to the textbook rental scene and still have some old textbooks lying around, you can sell them to Chegg and make some extra cash. Chegg offers buyback quotes online, so you can find out how much you could get for your books instantly!

Special feature: Textbooks aren’t the most exciting things to buy, but Chegg tries to spice up the experience by sending a gift to you along with your purchases.  “Last semester I rented three books, and along with my order they included a 5-hour Energy and a free month-long subscription to Hulu Plus,” says Rowan, a junior at the University of North Carolina.

2. Campus Book Rentals 

Campus Book Rentals is another textbook rental site that’s good for those students who may normally shy away from renting their textbooks. Although you may worry that you have to be extra careful with your books all semester so you can return them in good condition, Campus Book Rentals encourages its renters to treat their textbooks as if they were their own, so highlight away! Just keep in mind that what you give is what you get – chances are, the books you rent will come with markings from the previous owners, too.

Special feature: Campus Book Rentals also has a unique RentBack feature: you send your books to them and they rent the books out to different students, sending you money for each rental until the book goes out of demand. Making money by getting rid of your old textbooks? Sign us up!

3. Amazon

There isn’t much that you can’t find on Amazon, and cheap textbooks are no exception. Collegiettes can search, buy, sell and rent textbooks and e-books quicker than it takes to get distracted by all the other fabulous deals on the site.

Special feature: Students with a university email address are eligible for six months of free Amazon Prime through the Amazon Student deal – and that means free two-day shipping on millions of items. It’s perfect for those last-minute class textbook additions or for any collegiette prone to procrastination. “My drawing teacher told us we needed an art projects book by the end of the week, and my college bookstore was out,” says Lauren, a senior at Colorado State University. “I was able to get [it] on Amazon that day. It came really quickly—in two days—so I was able to get it on time… to complete the drawing assignment.”

4. Textbooks.com

Textbooks.com is as straightforward as it gets, with an easy-to-use search function that’ll get the dreaded textbook buying process over with as fast as possible. According to its website, it’s the home of the most used textbooks on the web, with prices up to 90 percent off the cover price. Collegiettes have options to buy, rent and sell textbooks, so it might very well be your one-stop shop to save money and make cash. If you spend more than $25 (and let’s be real—with textbooks, you likely will), shipping is free. Shipping is also free when you mail Textbooks.com any books that you sell to them.

Special feature: Textbooks.com offers a best price guarantee. According to their website, if you find a book for a lower price being directly sold on Amazon, they’ll match it!

5. Better World Books

For socially conscious collegiettes, Better World Books is a great option for buying textbooks. An eco-friendly company, Better World Books collects used books, saving them from landfills, as well as helps fund literacy projects in the United States and around the world. And all of that is on top of their cheap used book prices!

Special feature: The best part of buying through Better World Books is their Book for Book promise: for every book purchased through their website, they will donate a book to someone who needs it through Books For Africa and Feed The Children.

6. AllBookstores.com

Having a hard time deciding between all these websites? Your best bet might be starting at AllBookstores.com, a hub where you can search for your book at dozens of online bookstores, such as Amazon, eBay, Barnes & Noble, and Half.com.

Special feature: AllBookstores.com is pretty no-frills, but what it lacks in extra-special features it makes up for in its “Compare Prices” option—one click of a button and you’ll be looking at all of your price options for a textbook side by side. It’s like waving a magic wand over your wallet!

No matter where you choose to get your books, always take the time to shop around for the best prices, and don’t be afraid to mix and match when it comes to where you buy and rent. Do you have a favorite site where you like to buy your textbooks? Let us know in the comments below!

At just 16 years old, Amandla Stenberg is proving that she is the perfect role model for young girls. While most people recognize her as Rue from The Hunger Games, the rising star is proving that her abilities aren't limited to acting. Named after the Zulu word for "power," Amandla is certainly living up to the title! Here are a few reasons why we think she's the ULTIMATE role model:

1. She's not afraid to speak her mind, even if it means facing backlash and criticism. As a person who is in the public eye, Amandla is refreshingly honest and bold in voicing her opinion on controversial issues. "If I’m receiving hate about something it must mean that I’m saying something that’s important," she says. 

2. She utilizes social media as a tool for social justice and awareness. If you browse through Amandla's various social media accounts (Twitter, Instagram, Tumblr), you'll notice that she frequently posts her opinion of current events, weighing in on a variety of subjects including police brutality, race issues and animal cruelty. A few months ago, she uploaded a school project on tumblr titled, "Don't Cash Crop My Cornrows." Shedding light on the topic of racial appropriation, her video quickly went viral. 

3. She is an advocate for encouraging girls to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math. Last weekend, Amandla participated as a celebrity co-host for ComEd's Icebox Derby Race Day. Comprised of 30 teens and 6 recycled refrigerators, the competition aimed to motivate girls and help them realize their true potential in STEM fields. "So excited to be here cheering on the girls at #TheIceboxDerby! Go teams!" Amandla tweeted.

4. Despite balancing numerous projects, Amandla is focused on pursuing her education. In a recent interview with the Huffington Post, Amandla revealed her plans to hopefully study film and psychology at NYU. "I want to make projects that empower, specifically, young black girls," she says. We personally find it hard to balance our school lives and our social lives. Kudos to Amandla's determination to excel in both realms! 

With the dozens of lotions and potions we accumulate, it’s safe to say we collegiettes can be a tad addicted to expanding our ever-growing beauty collections. Seriously, we’re all probably one lipstick and two moisturizers away from opening our own Sephora! From makeup to skincare to fragrance, there’s plenty of products taking up our precious—and devastatingly limited—counter space.

But if it's practically revenge of the beauty stash with the amount of clutter you have accumulating, it’s probably time to reclaim your countertops and drawers and whip things in shape! Luckily, there are so many cute, genius and inexpensive solutions to organizing and storing beauty products that any organizational journey will be well-rewarded. So when the clutter is just too much to bear and the urge to DIY is too strong to fight, these eight beauty organization hacks will save the day!

1. Use a wine rack for more than just wine

This hack may have you itching to purchase more wine, but you’ll have to hold off! Who says we can’t store a bottle of Pinot and a bottle of shampoo using the same rack? A unit like the Houdini Deluxe Folding Wine Rack ($12.99 at Target) is a budget- and dorm-friendly solution for storing your bottles of shampoo, hairspray, lotions and more. This unit collapses, making it easy to hide and tuck away in your room when you want to give your rack a break. And it doesn’t stop there! No need to fret if you need to hold more than the four bottles this rack will allow. Clip multiple Houdini racks together to hold as many products as your heart desires!

2. Re-purpose a hanging shoe rack for makeup storage­

Just as hanging shoe racks save you space by getting your heels off of your closet floor, they can get your dozens of products off of your counters. The Closetware Over-the-Door 24-Pocket Shoe Organizer ($9.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond) will not only add a pop of color to your bathroom, but will make it easy to locate your makeup thanks to its clear pockets. These large pouches will even fit bottles of hair and skincare products too!

3. Get a magnetic board and magnetize your makeup

There’s no denying the love connection between you and your makeup stash! Let the attraction get even more magnetic by DIYing a magnet makeup board. You’ve seen this storage hack many times before, so it’s about time you try it yourself! This project can be as simple or extravagant as you wish. Add an edgy frame to your magnet board to hang onto your bathroom wall for a chic touch, and consider adding magnets to small buckets to hold your makeup brushes on your board too. Make it small to hold the daily essentials or large to fit your entire stash—the possibilities are endless. Now, get to DIYing!

4. Use a cookie jar for your nail candy

The kitchen doesn’t have to be the only room that gets in on some sweet action. Store your nail polish collection (we know every collegiette has one!) in your bathroom using a cookie jar. A large, glass jar like the Anchor Hocking 1-Gallon Cookie Jar ($9.99 at Bed Bath & Beyond) will allow you to put a large, colorful collection on display for all to admire. It may not be cookies hiding in there, but your sweet tooth will be dying to try on some nail candy every time you pass this jar!

5. Turn mini loaf pans into organizers

There probably won’t be much baking going on when you’re lining the insides of your drawers with mini loaf pans. Instead, use these babies ($4.49 at Target) for the ultimate makeup storage solution. Organizing your lipsticks, mascaras and small makeup products has never been easier!

6. Transform glassware into a makeup stand

If this hack doesn’t scream class then we don’t know what does! Combine plates and a candlestick for a DIY makeup stand. Whether you want to store your makeup or lotions and perfumes, this stand is the perfect, elegant solution! Prepare to amaze your friends and family with your savvy and chic DIY skills.

7. Heat up your beauty storage with a spice rack

Wouldn’t it shed a couple of minutes off of your morning routine if you could quickly locate your favorite moisturizer without digging through a pile of creams and sprays? Use a tiered, revolving spice rack ($29.95 at Williams-Sonoma) to get your routine down to a science! It’ll keep your beauty essentials neatly in their place while bringing a little life to your morning routine when you start seeing how fast you can spin it without knocking anything off (we know you’ll be guilty of doing this at least twice!).

8. Hanging organizers just got even cuter

When you’re ready to step up to the DIY big leagues, try this project on for size! With a few cutlery caddies and a clothesline, you can have an adorable hanging organizer for the beauty supplies you love most. It’s perfect for your shampoos and conditioners, makeup brushes and even your hot hair tools. If your candlestick makeup stand didn’t wow the crowd, this hanging system certainly will!

With amazing storage solutions like these, there’s no reason why we should ever have a “clean up on aisle three” moment on our bathroom counters ever again! Our coveted beauty stashes will forever be kept in order—and with these hacks, we mean that in the most adorable, clutter-free way possible!

As August 20 marks the 26th anniversary of Saved By The Bell, we couldn't help but think back on the good old days of the Bayside High gang on the '90s hit TV show. Between the cute boys and memorable fashion moments, there sure was a lot to reminisce about! Here's a peek at some of our favorite looks from the sitcom.

1. Zack's amazing oversized boyfriend tee—which we'd totally wear to bed.

2. That time Jessie looked like Barbie. You rock that lace, girl!

3. The Mr. Rogers-esque sweater that Zack actually nailed when he layered it over a button-up shirt. Preppy perfection!

4. The moment when Kelly totally predicted the matching crop-top-and-bottoms trend. 

5. When Slater wore a flamingo-colored button down because only real men wear pink. Extra points for the mullet.

6. That time Zack wore a sweater that looked like a Mondrian painting.

7. Lisa's multicolored herringbone blazer and hat get-up. 

8. When Kelly, Lisa and Jessie dressed up in '50s cheerleader uniforms.

9. When Lisa wore a funky purple leotard... or really anytime anyone wore '90s workout clothing.

10. That time Zack wore a Native American-inspired shirt, tucked into his jeans. Oh the '90s...

11. Kelly's peachy tee and matching skirt. Totally screams American Apparel!

We spy more than a few outfits we'd still wear today... can you guess which ones?

Fall is just around the corner and not only is there a new flavor of M&M's to get you into the fall holiday spirit, but now Starbucks is adjusting one of their most popular items, the Pumpkin Spice Latte!

Jezebel reports that the Pumpkin Spice Latte will now include actual pumpkin and be rid of artificial caramel coloring and flavoring, according to a blog post by Peter Dukes, Starbucks's Director of Espresso and Brewed Coffee Americas. Why this change? “After hearing from customers and partners about ingredients, we took another look at this beverage and why we created it so many years ago,” he explains. “It was simple - espresso, perfectly steamed milk, warm fall spices with delicious flavor of pumpkin pie that reminds you of the cool, crisp days of autumn.”

Dukes also gives the full ingredient list for the Pumpkin Spice Latte:

• Espresso

• Milk

• Pumpkin Spice Flavored Sauce (Sugar, Condensed Skim Milk, Pumpkin Puree, Contains 2% or Less of Fruit and Vegetable Juice for Color, Natural Flavors, Annatto (Color), Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Salt)

• Whipped Cream (Light Whipping Cream [Cream, Mono and Diglycerides, Carrageenan])

• Starbucks Vanilla Syrup (Sugar, Water, Natural Flavors, Potassium Sorbate (Preservative), Citric Acid) • Pumpkin Spice Topping (Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, Clove)

This change for healthier ingredients in foods is part of a pack of other restaurants and food companies that have decided to eradicate artificiality from their menu items. With this transformation of the pumpkin spice latte, there may be more people waiting in line for food and coffee than waiting for class!

With a new school year on the horizon, fall is definitely the most exciting season to shop for. After all, there’s no better time to try out a new look! To help you get started, we’ve talked to stylists, monitored the runways and put together a list of the 7 biggest fashion trends for this fall season. Get ready to walk to class in style!

1. White blouses

If you’re going to add anything to your fall wardrobe, make it a classic white blouse, like this one from Choies ($23.99). This dynamic piece is perfect for a business casual job interview, a date night downtown or just another day in class. This season, give the standard button-up a total upgrade—opt for a top with dynamic details, like a floaty, loose peplum.

2. Menswear-inspired

The powersuit is cooler than ever! Whether you have a job interview to head to or just want to look smart for class, you'll definitely need a button-down shirt, pencil skirt, pantsuit or blazer (like this one from Forever 21, $27.90), as part of your wardrobe this fall. “This menswear-inspired look is all over the runways,” reveals Colin Megaro, Founder and Stylist of Megaro LLC in New York City and Los Angeles. So step up your fashion game with these chic staples!

3. Floor-duster coats

If you’re looking to make a statement as the weather gets colder, look no further than a floor-duster coat ($81 at ASOS). “It’s important to remember that the coats should not actually touch the ground,” says Megaro; so pairing them with a pair of heeled boots is the best way to go. Although many coats of this style are on the pricier side, they're a great investment for the winter season!

4. Neo-Victorian

We’re throwing it back WAY farther than just a few decades this fall with these 19th century-inspired pieces. “Think high-collared ruffled blouses, floor-sweeping beaded dresses, and beautiful lace accents,” Megaro says. We love this dusty pink blouse ($29 at H&M) for a subtle neo-Victorian touch.

5. Statement bling

Looking to spice up an everyday outfit this fall? You’re in luck, because bling is back! Sparkly statement rings like this one from Forever 21 ($3.99) and earrings like this Kate Spade pair ($48) are the perfect way to dress up any look.

6. Full-on monochrome

Who says wearing all of the same color has to be boring? Monochrome outfits in shades of black and gray are one of the easiest ways to make a statement this fall. Start your monochromatic collection with a go-to pair of black jeans ($69.95 at Gap).

7. Chunky knitwear

As the fall temperatures set in, cozy up with chunky knitwear pieces like sweaters and scarves. This cardigan from Forever 21 ($27.90) is a great option—it's incredibly layerable, which is always in for fall!

Whether you’re dressing up for a night out or just heading to class, there are countless new ways to be fashion forward this fall. Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone and go for one of these statement pieces. After all, new (school) year, new you!