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Gigi Hadid Gets Emotional Over Sister Bella's VS Fashion Show Debut

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Gigi and Bella Hadid took sisterly love to a whole new level backstage at the 2016 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show, which aired last night.

Viewers got to catch an emotional glimpse of the lovefest happening behind the scenes, where Gigi was shown gushing about her little sister Bella. “I’m so proud of her for getting this show because she works so hard,” said a tearful Gigi.

Bella Hadid made her runway debut during this year’s show, filmed in Paris, making her and Gigi the first-ever sisters to walk the Victoria’s Secret runway. “For us to be able to do it together and be the first sisters in the show—we’re really, really honored,” Gigi explained.

“I didn’t mean to cry,” Gigi said as Bella, who also couldn’t fight back the tears, joined her on camera. “We’re so excited!” she exclaimed as she wrapped her arm around Bella. “This is us happy—we’re a really emotional family,” Bella added behind laughs and joyous tears.

“It’s amazing to be able to experience all this and to be so excited for each other,” Gigi explained. Bella chimed in, “She’s my best friend, and it’s so crazy to be here together.”

Bella took to Instagram to share several moments of love with her best friend. So sweet!

 

can't believe I get to experience all of this with my best friend! i LOVE you!

A photo posted by Bella Hadid (@bellahadid) on

See the video of Gigi's emotional congrats to Bella here.


NYU Is Trying to Make Housing Cheaper By Having Students Move in With Senior Citizens

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The administration of New York University has come up with an interesting solution to help students afford housing, which, as you know, can be absurdly expensive. The new "intergenerational homestay" program will match students with older people living near campus who have a spare bedroom open. It's your average roommate situation, but where your roommate is closer in age to your grandma than to you.

The program is expected to start next fall, with 10 students in the pilot program. Chosen students can expect to save a massive amount on their housing—their costs will go from approximately $13,000 to about $5,000, according to The Guardian.

For some students, the idea of living with older people is not a problem. "I've loved living in an actual home and will miss it a lot next semester," NYU junior Morgan Sperry, who is currently living with a couple in their 60s while she studies abroad in Buenos Aires, told Seventeen.com. "For that reason, I would definitely consider living with an older New York City resident, both to save money and to reside in a warm, homey environment that's not a sterile dorm."

Kyla Bills, editor-in-chief of the NYU Local campus blog, describes the plan “a mostly symbolic gesture,” which won’t help enough students to be worthwhile.

"The main response on campus has really been, Who cares?" Bills said. "As it's only 10 students, it's such a small population of NYU that it's not greatly affecting an average NYU student's life."

While the program may be expanded in the future if it is successful, for now, at least 10 students will be able to benefit from saving on housing costs and living in a real home. NYU officials told the Guardian that lots of students and older people have expressed interest in the program, and they're excited to make this housing scheme happen, as strange as it may seem.

The Ending of 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life' Was Originally Much Different

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We all knew Lorelai and Luke would get married in Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life—but according to series creator Amy Sherman-Palladino, the wedding originally looked a lot different.

“The wedding was originally a much bigger deal,” she told TVLine. “The wedding was a whole shebang. And then they took money away from us. Anything that has extras in it and costumes became a production nightmare. So we had to figure out how to make this wedding satisfying without doing ‘The Big Wedding.'”

We think the intimate gathering turned out perfectly. Lorelai, Luke and Rory are the most important characters, so we didn't need much else. Luckily, the wedding was never going to be cut altogether.

“We knew we had to do a wedding,” Sherman-Palladino said. “We knew we had to get them married. There was no way we were getting out of this without getting them married. The fans have waited too long.”

So true! We're so happy Lorelai and Luke finally tied the knot.

Donald & Ivanka Trump Just Met With Al Gore About Climate Change

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Al Gore, prominent environmentalist and former presidential candidate, headed to NYC's Trump Tower on Monday morning to discuss climate change with Ivanka Trump, the president-elect's oldest daughter. But he also gained the president-elect's ear while in the building.

President-Elect Trump has called climate change a "hoax" many times, even accusing the Chinese government of creating this "fake" problem to steal U.S. jobs (in tweets that still remain online). Needless to say, he seems like the kind of guy who purposely wouldn't recycle. But he seems to have softened his position a bit on global warming, and that may be thanks to his daughter. 

Ivanka isn't registered with a political party, according to The Washington Post, and many think she's pushed her father to adopt some Democrat-leaning positions, such as paid maternity leave. But she supported her father throughout his campaign, even with Trump's insults, sexual assault allegations and racism, so it's probably safe to say she isn't very liberal.

Still, Gore seemed somewhat impressed by the meeting.

“I had a lengthy and very productive session with the president-elect. It was a sincere search for areas of common ground,” Gore told reporters after a 90 minute meeting at Trump Tower. “I had a meeting beforehand with Ivanka Trump. The bulk of the time was with the president-elect, Donald Trump. I found it an extremely interesting conversation, and to be continued, and I'm just going to leave it at that.”

The New York Times reports that hundreds of scientists have signed a letter to President-Elect Trump telling him that climate change is real and urging him to take action. The letter reads in part: 

“We urge you to decide if you want your Presidency to be defined by denial and disaster, or acceptance and action,” says the new letter, which has been signed by 700 scientists and academics.

As Al Gore said, this conversation is to be continued. We'll see what changes in Trump's plan come of it. 

Your 'Bachelor' Watch Party NEEDS These Wines

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Ready to kick your Bachelor watch party up a notch? Introducing The Bachelor Wine Collection, the wine collection you didn't know you absolutely NEEDED until now. This dramatic collection features three sensuous California wines to get you in the mood for the new season of The Bachelor. There's The Fantasy Suite, One on One and The Final Rosé.

Sure, The Bachelor is great on its own, but if all those ladies in the house can have a wine glass in their hand at all times, why can't you?

Staring at just $15.95 a bottle, you and your Bach buds can embark on a romantic journey filled with heartbreak and heartthrobs. Preorder your wine now and the bottles will arrive just in time to join Nick Viall on his journey to find "the one," one rose at a time. 

The Bachelor returns Monday, January 2nd. 

Ben Carson Is Named Secretary of Housing & Development Despite Having No Housing Experience

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Dr. Ben Carson, a former neurosurgeon and Republican presidential candidate, has been nominated by President-Elect Donald Trump to run the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Carson has no previous experience working in housing or urban development. He also has no experience working in government.

“I am thrilled to nominate Dr. Ben Carson as our next Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development,” Trump is said in a statement released Monday. “Ben Carson has a brilliant mind and is passionate about strengthening communities and families within those communities.”

Carson ran against Trump in the primaries to be the Republican nominee for president but dropped out of the race in March. Carson has never held a political office and recently said he did not want a Cabinet position, saying he would be “like a fish out of water,"The Washington Post reports. His business manager, Armstrong Williams, told Circa that Carson's "background didn't prepare him to run a federal agency." Guess he's changed his mind about that.

“With many qualified Republicans to choose from with deep knowledge of, and commitment to, affordable housing solutions for the poorest families, and with the housing crisis reaching new heights across the country, Dr. Carson’s nomination to serve as HUD Secretary is surprising and concerning,” Diane Yentel, president of the National Low Income Housing Coalition, said in a statement.

Carson has previously revealed that he doesn't agree with some of the anti-segregation policies supported by minority groups like the NAACP. According to the Post, he even criticized Obama's administration for efforts to improve racial integration in housing. He once said that "poverty is really more of a choice than anything else." A large part of being HUD secretary is making sure poor and low-income people have safe, affordable places to live.

Mike Huckabee, former governor of Arkansas, claimed on Twitter that Carson would be the first HUD secretary "to have actually lived in [government] housing." Even The New York Times ran with that—but it turns out it's not true. According to New York Magazine, Carson has talked many times about growing up in poverty, but he never lived in public housing.

Trump’s pick of Carson comes after his decision to name South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley (R), who has no foreign policy experience, as ambassador to the United Nations.

A Man Went Into A D.C. Pizzeria With A Gun To Investigate a Fake News Story Called "Pizzagate"

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Have you been wondering what "Pizzagate" is? Well, Sunday afternoon, a North Carolina man armed with an AR-15 assault-style rifle walked into Comet Ping Pong, a pizzeria in Washington, D.C., to investigate a false conspiracy theory about Hillary Clinton. That theory is known as "Pizzagate." The man, 28-year-old Edgar Maddison Welch, ended up shooting the gun while in the restaurant, but police think he did so after everyone else inside had left, The Washington Post reports.

Welch has been charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, but police say there were no reported injuries.

The restaurant is one of many in the neighborhood that was involved in multiple conspiracy theories and fake news stories that spread online during the election. Those who own and work at the restaurant have been attacked on social media and even received death threats. Conspiracy theorists believe that the Clintons, along with others, were running a child sex ring out of the restaurant. BuzzFeed News breaks down the spread of the "Pizzagate" story, and needless to say, there is no evidence whatsoever for these claims.

James Alefantis, the owner of Comet Ping Pong, said in a statement: “What happened today demonstrates that promoting false and reckless conspiracy theories comes with consequences. I hope that those involved in fanning these flames will take a moment to contemplate what happened here today, and stop promoting these falsehoods right away.”

The lesson here is to be smart about the news you consume and share. There's a lot of fake news out there. In fact, fake news was more popular than real news toward the end of the election, as we learned a few weeks ago. Check your facts! And seriously, do not bring a gun anywhere because of a conspiracy theory you read.

7 Things to Consider Before Getting a Pet in College

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If you say that you haven’t contemplated trying to sneak a puppy into your dorm or apartment, you’re probably lying. With all of the adorable animal videos that pop up on your Instagram feed on a daily basis, the temptation to get a little creature of your own is oh so real. And although it’s tempting to run out to the first pet store or animal shelter that you can find and buy the pet that your parents never let you have, there are some very real things to take into consideration. In college, it can sometimes be hard to take care of ourselves – let alone a pet. You might be perfectly fine existing on a diet plan that consists mostly of ramen noodles and living under a mountain of dirty clothes, but your pet probably won’t be. Before taking on an additional, furrier roommate, here are seven things you should consider.

1. Are you even allowed to have a pet?

First of all, it’s pretty important to figure out if your building lets you have a pet. Most college dorms don’t even allow students to have pets and if they do allow them, there are usually pretty strict restrictions on the kind or size of pet that you can have. If you live in an apartment, you should probably check with your landlord just to guarantee that there aren’t any additional fees that come with having a pet. While you might think that you have the expertise to sneak a pet past your landlord, it’s really not worth it. If your landlord does notice, you’re still going to have a pet, but you’re not going to have a place to live—which might be slightly problematic. Pets can be very cute, but they probably aren’t worth losing your lease over.

2. What kind of pet would you get?

This might seem like a no-brainer, but it’s actually a pretty valid question. First, you have to decide on the kind of pet that you want and the “cute kind” isn’t really an answer (sorry, not sorry). Can you handle a big pet or should you opt for a smaller one? Are you going to be able to deal with a pet that sheds or do you need to look for a more low-maintenance animal? It’s important that you don’t just buy the first pet that gives you puppy dog eyes (literally!). The decision of what kind of pet to get is nearly as important as deciding whether you should even get one in the first place.

3. How much time would you have to take care of it?

Regardless of the type of pet that you get, it will more than likely need a decent amount of attention and some require more of a time commitment than others. When you have a dog or a cat, you have to find time to take them outside, play with them, take them to vet appointments, give them a bath—and the list goes on. If you don’t have a lot of time on your hands but still want a pet in your life, consider buying a fish or a turtle. Not only will they be super low-maintenance, but they also won’t take up a bunch of your space.

If you are super involved on-campus, have a part-time job or just a packed schedule, it might be difficult to balance everything you have to do and make sure that your pet is getting the quality time that it needs and deserves.

“My dogs need to be let out to the bathroom every few hours and having a busy schedule makes that difficult sometimes,” says Heather Wicker, a senior at the University of North Texas. “I can’t stay out late anymore unless I find someone to take care of them, and I can’t just up and take road trips like I used to because I have two more lives to think about.”

Pets have to be one of the first things that you think about when you plan your day. You might even have to go home in between classes sometimes to make sure they're okay. The amount of time that you have to devote to a pet is definitely a major aspect of the decision process.

Related: Schools with the Most Pet Love 

4. Do you have enough space for a pet?

In college it’s easy to get accustomed to fitting everything you own, plus one or two things that your BFF or SO owns, into a very small amount of space. Just because your apartment or dorm is “pet-friendly,” doesn’t mean that it’s automatically the ideal place to have certain pets. Some dog breeds are way too big to comfortably fit inside of a small apartment. Even some cats might not have enough space to move about freely. 

"It's not fair to your pet if you aren't able to walk them as much as they deserve or if you don't have enough space in your apartment or house," says Cailin Johnson, a junior at Virgina Tech University. "Be sure that you can walk your dog at least two or three times a day and that you won't have to crate your dog every time you leave your house."

If you’re set on getting a pet but don’t have that much space, you should set your sights on pets that can live comfortably in a cage or a bowl.

5. Are your roommates okay with you having a pet?

While your roommates might seem totally cool with you getting a pet at first, their opinions might change when they are woken up to the sound of your dog barking at 3 a.m. because it wants to go outside. Be sure to check with your roommates beforehand to make sure that they are okay with having a pet in your shared home. More than likely, the time will come when you will need them to help you out with your pet.

“Be upfront with your roommates about your pet and let them know if they are going to bark a lot or be messy,” says Jessica Floyd, a senior at the University of Georgia. “Also, be respectful and don’t let your pet in their room unless they’re allowed to be.”

Also, at some point your pet might pee on, chew up or somehow destroy something belonging to your roommates. Being able to remind them that they were on board from the beginning is essential. (It wouldn’t be a bad idea to do a little extra around the house just to stay on everyone’s good side.)

6. Do you have the money to support the pet?

College life usually requires living on a budget– a budget that is probably already tight enough without having to factor in taking care of a pet. Before you vow to cut back on your daily Starbucks consumption to raise funds, take the time to consider all of the potential costs that come with having a pet: vet bills, food and a pet deposit on your lease – just to name a few. These things add up – and don’t even get us started on emergencies that lead to unexpected expenses!

“Unexpected vet bills can arise at any given moment, and because we would do anything for our pets, we pay whatever,” says Heather. “Not to mention pet deposits are outrageously expensive at most places. Pet food is a necessity, and obviously we need treats to give our cute friends. They'll need toys and bath supplies and grooming tools and whatever else we see that reminds us of the animals we love.”

Pets get sick and accidents happen. You don’t want to end up in a situation where you have to choose between paying your rent and taking care of your pet.

7. Where will the pet go during breaks?

For collegiettes, school breaks are a time for de-stressing and leaving behind some of your daily responsibilities. However, owning a pet might make it a little bit more difficult to achieve your desired level of freedom during breaks. It’s a minor detail that you might not even think about until it’s the day before winter break and you have absolutely no idea what you’re going to do with your pet.

“If you plan to travel with your pet, then it might be wise to get a small dog,” says Lisa R., a senior at the University of Central Florida. “I chose to have a smaller dog because I drive home fairly often, and three hours with a big dog in Toyota Camry just wouldn't be comfortable for them or me.”

If you live close enough to school and plan on driving home, you can probably take your pet with you. Otherwise, you’re more than likely going to need to make other arrangements. If you don't think you can find a temporary pet-sitter or pet-sitting service, it might not be realistic for you to get a pet. 

If you consider all of these things, and you feel confident about your decision to get a pet – congrats! Even if you’re stuck with some early morning wake-ups and a bit more mess to clean up than usual, having a live-in cuddle buddy that will love you forever is never a bad thing.


15 Final Four Words That Would've Been Better Than What 'Gilmore Girls' Gave Us

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There's been a lot of fuss about the highly-anticipated final four words of the Gilmore Girls revival. While the decision to create a "full circle" narrative certainly makes sense given the way Rory's life has played out in the past 10 years (I GUESS), there are a lot of hardcore fans who remain unsatisfied with her unresolved ending. Whether you were pleased with the finale or not, here are 15 final words that would've been, without a doubt, WAY better.

1. "You talkin' to me?"

 If Rory wasn't sure.

2. "I am your father."

If Rory was possessed by Richard.

3. "I see dead people."

If Rory wasn't possessed by Richard but was actually just seeing him.

4. "To infinity and beyond!"

If Rory was feeling ambitious.

5. "Show me the money!"

If Rory still needed money for underwear.

6. "Can you dig it?"

 

If Rory was just curious.

7. "It's alive! It's alive!"

 If Rory was talking about that time she ran into Dean.

8. "We'll always have Paris."

If Rory finally realized she was in love with Paris.

9. "Hasta la vista, baby."

If Rory was actually a known killer.

10. "Genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist."

If Rory felt like listing stuff.

11. "Bumblebee tuna. Bumblebee tuna."

If Rory was all about that namebrand mackerel.

12. "Yippee Ki-yay mother fucker!"

If Rory wanted to be a cowboy.

13. "You're my fairy Godmother!"

If Rory was high on Pop-Tarts and coffee.

14. "Wax on, wax off."

If Rory had to go clean some flat surface real quick.

15. "Are you not entertained?"

With the real final four words? NO.

25 Things You Won't Have to Worry About When You're Done with Finals

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“Finals.” The word alone is enough to make you want to laugh, cry or drink yourself into a frenzy (and not just with coffee). During all those stressful days and nights, you're wondering if you're going to pass and how you're going to survive. Not to worry! The stress will end, and when it does, you’ll no longer have to deal with worrying about these things, and then some.

1. Trying to summon all the information you forgot from your lectures.

It’s all coming back to you! By “all” you mean nothing. Absolutely nothing.

2. Contemplating going to your classes or skipping them to study.

You’ll probably compromise by taking a nap instead of doing either.

3. Arguing with the TA during the review session for not answering enough of your questions.

Can't they put themselves in your shoes? Or slippers, since you can't even bother to wear normal footwear? 

4. Having to constantly rewash the yoga pants you’ve been wearing for three weeks straight.

There's something strangely empowering about being a modern cavewoman.

5. Having random people look at you funny because of how you look or smell.

Dry shampoo and body spray can only do so much.

6. Eating like a ravenous savage and inhaling snacks every half hour.

Food converts to energy, which you need a lot of. So it's okay.

7. Spending more time crying to your friends than actually hanging out with them.

The besties that sob together, stay together.

8. Dealing with serious FOMO if you prioritize studying over partying.

You haven't been in this much pain since you waxed your legs for the first time.

9. Or surviving awful hangovers during an exam because you just couldn’t say no the night before.

Not sure which you have more contempts towards: yourself or the shots that did you dirty.

10. Liking and sharing every single finals meme that hits your social feeds, because how could you not?

Nothing like broadcasting your suffering and sharing it with others. 

11. Being too tired to review the study guides you spent hours making.

Just looking at all those bullet points gives you a headache.

12. And falling asleep in public places because you’re that exhausted.

Benches, tables, lounge couches, the dark corner of your campus's popular cafe…

13. Yet still not being able to sleep at night because you're so anxious.

Why doesn't your mind come with an off button? 

14. Emailing and talking to your professors more in a week than you’ve done all semester.

Which is more appropriate: crying to their face or sending them crying GIFs?

15. Fearing that you have arthritis from taking so many notes in your notebook or laptop.

Oh, to be young and wild and completely freaking out!

16. Finding a good seat in a super-crowded library.

It's like walking into the mall on Black Friday.

17. Or getting your work done somewhere that isn’t too loud or distracting.

This is an academic environment, not a zoo damn it!

18. Carrying around all of your textbooks to different study spots.

Well, there goes your strength training for the day.

19. Rushing to finish online quizzes, tests and papers before their deadlines.

WHY IS EVERYTHING DUE ON THE SAME DATE? DID YOUR PROFESSORS PLAN THIS?

20. Begging for extensions like your life depends on it.

Waiting for an answer is almost as bad as that Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life cliffhanger.

21. Calculating how screwed you are, no matter what score you end up getting.

Is it too late to drop the class…or drop out of college?

22. Finding really extreme ways to procrastinate, like cooking and cleaning.

Your roommates have to pry the Clorox and vegetable oil out of your hands.

23. Swallowing your tears when your parents ask how you’re doing.

You're constantly dizzy with dread, but other than that, everything is fine! 

24. Consuming too much caffeine for your body to handle.

What? Seven lattes a day keeps the body awake!

25. Staying sane until you can function like a normal human being again.   

If you can survive this, you can survive anything. 

How to Deal with Early Decision News, Good or Bad

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If you’re applying to schools early, you’re likely to be  feeling anxious about recent or upcoming deadlines, as well as the prospect of upcoming acceptance or deferral letters. First of all, congratulate yourself! You’re dealing with the college process at the speed of light, and that certainly doesn’t come without its challenges.

Current collegiettes have been there, done that and lived to tell the tale. We’re here to help you combat any and all early decision-related anxiety, as well as confront everything you’re dealing with if you’ve already heard from schools. Read on for assurance of all kinds with a collegiette stamp of approval, as well as some expert words of wisdom.

If you haven’t gotten any letters yet...

Breathe, you’re going to soon! Seeing everyone around you hear back might make the world feel like it’s closing in, but you will hear from your schools. The waiting part of the college application process is the worst, but there are steps you can take to calm yourself down.

Take yourself out of the stressful environment of school and separate yourself from everyone else who has already heard back. Removing yourself from this pressure cooker will make you feel infinitely better. Being mindful in this way will make you realize that stressing isn’t going to make the news come faster, so step back and just appreciate the work you’ve done so far.

Sometimes, a delayed decision letter might simply be a matter of where you are and when mail gets delivered. It doesn’t mean that you won’t get in or that you’ll never go to college! "You pretty much just have to wait," says Michelle Podbelsek, Co-Director of College Counseling Associates. "Colleges will only release decisions on their timeline [and] you can ask, but if it is not released, it usually means the decision is not yet made." So don't worry!

Try to keep your mind off it as best you can by focusing on other things. “Get your other applications done while you wait to hear back,” says Sally Springer, Ph.D., college process expert and co-author of Admission Matters: What Students and Parents Need to Know About Getting Into College. “You don’t have to submit them, but having them ready to go if they are needed puts you in control of the process.” Concentrate on your other school work, activities and regular life.

If you’re still feeling anxious, there are plenty of resources at your disposal. Talk to your college guidance counselor, to the local representative for the school you’re waiting to hear from or to someone in the admissions office. Don’t be afraid to be annoying —it’s your future we’re talking about!

If you receive a deferral letter or get rejected...

It’s perfectly okay ––truly! People get rejected and deferred from schools every year and they manage. There’s still time for you to change your plan if you were counting on one place, and the school you ultimately choose could end up being your dream school. Don’t get down on yourself. What’s done is done, and it’s up to you to learn from the experience and move forward.

If you were deferred, remember that this is not a rejection! “Schools defer students for many reasons: to see fall semester grades, to get a better sense of the applicant pool...or because they consciously hold back from admitting too many in the early round,” says Springer. Try not to take it too personally.

You can even look at this as a chance to do-over part of your process. “You can’t resubmit your application, but you can add to it,” says Springer. Write a letter of interest if you are still really into the school, and consider sending supplemental application materials like previous art you’ve done or papers you’ve written. Consult your college guidance counselor here to determine your next steps.

If you were rejected, it’s completely fine to grieve over bad news about a school. "Try to distract yourself and let time pass," says Podbelsek. "A dream school may seem like the best and 'only' option at first, but as time passes, [you'll realize] there are many great colleges and other options."

Rejection is difficult and what’s important here is to not let it impact the rest of your attitude towards college or your attitudes toward your friends. You may be feeling super cynical, but keep in mind that other people aren’t necessarily in the same situation.

Remember who you are, and that if a school doesn’t recognize how fantastic you are, it’s probably because there’s a better place out there for you. If it’s not meant to be, it’s not meant to be. There are more schools you’re waiting to hear from, and your entire future isn’t over just because one school said no. You have your whole life ahead of you, college is just a little blip!

Related: 7 Ways to Celebrate Submitting Your College Applications

If you receive an acceptance letter...

The past several months or maybe even year have been a whirlwind, and you’re through the worst of it. That’s no small feat, so just take a second to literally thank yourself and those who helped you get where you are. You’ve made it.

It’s time to celebrate! You did it. Buy yourself a cake or treat yourself to a night off or a shopping spree —seriously! This is a big deal. There were certainly points at which it felt like everything was pointless or you wouldn’t make it all the way through, and you did.  

You are in the very lucky position to potentially be done with applying to college. Remember this, and try to keep up the positivity for friends who are still going through it, but be careful and sensitive. “I encourage everyone to save overt bursts of emotion, whether shrieks of joy or tears of disappointment, for a private setting,” says Springer. Obviously, you don’t want to rub anything in their face, and this process is enormously delicate and subjective.

What’s next? Now it’s decision-making time on your end. There’s plenty of research to do and action to take even after you’ve already gotten in. Make a schedule of the deadlines by which you have to let the school know whether you’ve chosen them or not, and get all of the necessary information you need to make that decision.

You might also want to take another visit. If you're not in a binding situation, you still have to think hard about your ultimate decision of where to go. "If time has passed you need to check your current feelings," says Podbelsek. Talk to people you know at the school, research financial aid and other details about the campus and culture!

Maybe your plan is just refocusing on the rest of high school. You can finally relax and enjoy your senior year. You do you!

If you’re not in a situation where you’re bound to a school, you can even decide to take your time with your decision. “I still didn’t commit to a college until the very last minute,” says Abby Piper, a junior at University of Notre Dame. “In my case, getting the earlier acceptance letter didn’t really alter my decision that much.” Whether you end up going to this school or not, just feel good about having a certain percent of the process under your belt.

Plus, remember that a school’s name or credentials aren’t what make it a great place. It’s up to you to get to college and make the experience your own! “The important thing to remember throughout the process is that while there are no perfect schools, there are many schools where a student will be perfectly happy,” says Springer.

In any case, remember that where you end up does not determine who you are as a person, let alone the rest of your life. If you don’t realize this now, you will, trust us! College is what it is, four (give or take) years of your life, and that’s it. Beyond that, it’s what you make of it, regardless of where you are.

16 Things All Only Children Will Understand

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Most days, growing up an only child is the best. But not having siblings also comes with its fair share of problems. Here are some things that you'll definitely relate to if you're the oldest AND the youngest in your family.

1. Sharing your stuff has been a learning curve

Having a roommate or two in college definitely cured you, though.

2. People have the worst misconceptions about you

????????

3. You're actually super independent

Moving to college was that much easier for you.

4. You actually enjoy spending time by yourself

People just refuse to understand that you'd rather walk home alone.

5. You're really close to your parents

Dating advice is part of the package.

6. Your parents are a little lost now that you've moved out

Their world has lowkey revolved around you for a while, so your departure prompted a bit of an identity crisis.

7. You were kind of the parent in the family, TBQH

You were very mature for your age.

8. You've always wondered what it would be like to have siblings

9. Then again, you never had to deal with the responsibilities of being the eldest

10. Or the struggles of being the middle child

You're the oldest AND the cutest!

11. You found surrogate brothers and sisters

Your friends are family.

12. You always have to choose the restaurant

...and the movie.

13. The holidays are a glorious season

14. So yeah, you may be a tiny bit spoiled

15. But you're a very lovable brat!

16. Basically, you're awesome

"Only children are the best children." -Science

What's your favorite thing about being an only child, collegiettes?

15 Books Every 20-Something Feminist Should Read

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Books have the ability to let us escape reality into a world of suspense, romance or imagination. But most importantly, they can teach us a lot of valuable lessons that will impact our lives. Feminism is one special topic that has been highlighted and talked about in a wide range of books, and as graduettes, it's important to be both educated about it and inspired by it. By the time we turn 25, we’ve faced many milestones and obstacles such as graduation, break-ups, losses and maybe even marriages and having children. These books are fundamental reading for every feminist before they reach this age, allowing them to be inspired and empowered. Be sure to give this list a look!

1. Bad Feminist by Roxane Gay

In this work, Roxane Gay shares her brilliant essays regarding popular topics such as violence, race, The Hunger Games and more. She’s able to combine humor and power while simultaneously connecting to her own personal past.

2. Daughter of Fortune by Isabel Allende

Allende describes this novel as that of a young woman seeking self-knowledge. The obstacles the woman faces in these stories, along with her struggle to define the role of feminism in her life, make the narratives ones to read over and over again. 

3. What Will it Take to Make a Woman President? by Marianne Schnall

This eloquently-voiced book highlights interviews with women such as Nancy Pelosi, Melissa Etheridge and more. Their answers to the title will inspire you to be a better leader in the fight for an increased presence of women in politics.

Related: 16 Books Every College Grad Should Read

4. Bossypants by Tina Fey

In this read, the hilarious Tina Fey steps forward to defy the (incorrect) notion that women can’t be funny. Shannon Slocum, a student at University of New Hampshire, says, “The part when Amy Poehler tells Jimmy Fallon that she 'doesn’t care if he likes it,' was a pivotal moment for me—it reminded me that a feminist doesn’t have to act or look a certain way, a feminist just wants women and men to be treated equally.” Fey not only teaches valuable lessons about feminism and body image but also succeeds in making us laugh again and again.

5. Inkheart by Cornelia Funke

This fiercely feminist story takes us into the imaginations of Meggie and her father. As they read books together, the characters enter the real world and fantasy takes flight. Meggie’s journey is a great fit for any woman of any age.

6. Feminism is for Everybody: Passionate Politics by Bell Hooks

If you’re struggling to determine how feminism impacts your life and views, this is the book for you. In it, Hooks teaches women who are curious about feminism more on the subject, as well as how to make a difference as a feminist.

7. Yes Please by Amy Poehler

In this title, Amy Poehler shares her collection of stories filled with laughs and success. Emily Izzo, a student at New England School of Law highly recommends this book, saying, “Amy’s humble beginnings make her book very relatable. It’s hysterically funny, and she is very honest about her experiences along the way.” Her anecdotes will give you a new take on life and will prove that you can accomplish anything you set your mind to. 

8. #GIRLBOSS by Sophia Amoruso

From dumpster diving to selling vintage clothes on eBay, this book follows Sophia Amoruso as she becomes the CEO of a multimillion-dollar business. Her drive to never give up, and to never take no for an answer, proves that girls are indeed the ultimate bosses

9. The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath

TheBell Jar draws readers into protagonist Esther’s mind so intensely that you can't help but feel the real and rational story. A haunting American classic, this work combines aspects of the psyche and feminism and is a book that will be hard to put down. 

10. A Vindication of the Rights of Woman by Mary Wollstonecraft

Published in 1792, this book was arguably the first great essay on feminism. Wollstonecraft beautifully explores how women acquire strength through both mind and body, posessing undeniable power. 

11. A Room of One’s Own by Virginia Woolf

This essay was inspired by a series of lectures Woolf delivered at Newnham College and Girton College. Catie Deiley, a student at University at New Hampshire, says this is a personal favorite: “This basically states that if a woman wants to write or create something artistically, she needs a space she can call her own.”

12. How to Be a Woman by Caitlin Moran

Moran uses cheeky British sarcasm to call out the imbalance between men and women. She urges women of all ages to reclaim the word 'feminism,' addresses the real problems that can arise without it and discusses why the movement is so important to us all.

13. The Complete Collected Poems of Maya Angelou

This book is perfect for anyone striving to be a better feminist. Her pieces will touch your heart and prove there’s hope for all of us in this world. 

14. How to Build a Girl by Caitlin Moran

Moran draws from her personal experiences to create both an honest and hilarious story. Her uncensored sense of humor and confessions of her youth make this a refreshingly authentic classic concerning feminism. 

15. Into the Go-Slow by Bridgett M. Davis

A finalist for the 2005 Hurston/Wright Legacy Award, Davis made positive noise when this title hit the stands. After an intriguing plot twist involving her sister's death, main character Angie must retrace her sibling's final steps, ultimately uncovering what type of woman she wants to be. 

The 9 Most Bizarre Facts About the Ladies on This Season of 'The Bachelor'

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As is tradition, ABC has released official bios and images of the ladies vying for Nick Viall’s heart on this season of The Bachelor. With this newfound information comes many head-scratching fun facts to help you determine which woman will be the target of America’s ridicule come January 2. Below are the nine most bizarre things we learned about Nick’s Bachelorettes.

1. Alexis is an aspiring dolphin trainer

Alexis apparently hasn’t made it in the distinctly competitive world of dolphin training, and I’d like to point out that being on this show will only deter her dream further.

2. Liz picks her nose while driving

Let’s hope this season they stick with the patriarchal practice of letting the Bachelor drive on all dates that include a car.

3. Dominique’s dream is to eat burritos with Leonardo DiCaprio and Jesus

The burritos would be from Chipotle btw.

4. Josephine says she’s an unemployed nurse

But isn’t everyone on this show unemployed? Or else they couldn’t be on the show.

5. Christen wants to break into the White House and live in the storage closet

Okay, so Christen is obviously already being marked as the crazy girl. Not only does she believe Scandal is real, but she wants to live in the White House storage closet just to see what goes on behind the scenes.

6. Lacey’s biggest fear is a guy going on another date right after a date with her

She does get that that’s the whole premise of this show, right?

7. Ida Marie would love to be a strawberry because they’re “sexual”

Perhaps even more troubling, her bio hints that she’s never read a book. I found you, Cray #2.

8. Jaimi is a pesco-pollo-lacto-ovo-paro-tarian

That means she only eats fish, birds and their byproducts. But, like, what will she have when they go on dinner dates and plates of food that they’re not allowed to eat are placed in front of them?

9. These women are basically all the SAME PERSON

These contestants have ~a lot~ in common—not just the fact that they’re all dating Nick. They also overwhelmingly adore dolphins, fake lashes, The Little Mermaid and Scandal. So we don’t have to worry about any unique personalities this season. Whew!

Study up on all the ladies here.

Grooming Your Pubic Hair May Make You More Likely to Get an STI

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Everybody feels differently about pubic hair. Whether you choose totally bare or full-on natural, that's your choice, right? Well, you may want to reconsider getting that full Brazilian. According to a new study done at the University of California—San Francisco, people who regularly groom their pubic hair are 75 percent more likely to develop a sexually transmitted infection than those who don't. Uh, what?

Grooming, like shaving and waxing, can create “epidermal microtears” that could allow transmission of bacteria or viruses like HPV, New York Daily News reports. This doesn't mean grooming causes the infection, but that these tiny tears make it easier for viruses to enter your body.

How much you groom your pubic hair is also a factor in how likely you are to get an infection. The study reported that extreme groomers, who remove all their pubic hair more than 11 times a year, are 28 percent more likely to report having an STI than high-frequency groomers, who trim daily or weekly. So it may be better to do regular touch-ups yourself than head to a professional for a wax several times a year.

The good news about grooming is that it can eliminate other sexually transmitted problems, like pubic lice. And the researchers point out that people who do more down-there grooming may just be having more sex, leading to more chances to get infected. This could be a case of correlation without causation.

Be smart and safe when it comes to your personal grooming—and your sexual health! Do what makes you feel confident, but also be sure to use condoms and get tested regularly for STIs.


This Girl Got a Bunch of Horse Haikus and a Picture of a Banana Peel Selected For Her School's Arts Journal

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Danica, a 20-year-old from Ottawa, Ontario and current student at the University of Toronto, submitted haikus about horses to her school's literary journal. Not haikus about horses' majestic beauty or the transcendant experience of riding one—haikus about how much horses suck. And her work is going to be published.

The University College at U of T’s official literary and visual arts journal, The UC Review, will publish Danica's “Horses Are the Frat Boys of Farm Animals" in their winter edition. 

Danica told BuzzFeed News she and horses don't really get along all that well. “All my experiences with horses have been bad ones,” she said.

Danica decided to channel this hatred into poetry and ended up submitting her haikus to be published.

In addition to her poetry, Danica also submitted a series of photos of banana peels to the journal, which she called “Banana Peels of Toronto.” One of these photos has also been selected to run in the Winter edition of the journal. 

Danica's work was selected "after long consideration," according to the email she received from the journal, and she "laughed for a good five minutes" when she got the news. 

"My favourite part is the fact that they picked just one picture means they sat down and discussed which picture of a banana peel they liked best," she wrote on her Tumblr.

The journal’s editor-in-chief, Albert Hoang, told BuzzFeed that the journal's team found her horse haikus “hilarious” and “refreshing.” 

“You don’t see people submitting humour very much, and these were refreshing and distinct from a lot of works we received,” Hoang said of the haikus. And of the banana peel photos, he said, “I don’t know if it was intended, but the composition and colours were also well done and it was a unanimous decision to feature it,” he added.

“I strongly support the idea of giving your own meaning or finding value in seemingly pointless things, so I’m really excited to be able to share that with so many people," Danica told BuzzFeed. “One of the most important things to me is being able to make people laugh.”

People Are Drawing Unicorn Horns on Their Eyelids

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So, people have been more than a little obsessed with unicorns this year, with novelty gifts and makeup dedicated to the mythical creature popping up everywhere. The latest in the unicorn craze is a trend among beauty bloggers, who are creating gorgeous unicorn horns with eyeliner and posting pics on Instagram via #unicornliner.

One woman drew a detailed-as-hell horn with shading and ombré'd colors...

while another created a bolder, black-lined horn that's just as artful:

 

Unicorn liner #follow #Seattle #everett #makeup #makeupartist #freelance #linerart #unicornliner

A photo posted by Haiden Armutlu (@makeupartist.haiden) on

I am #obsessed, but also WAY too uncoordinated to even think about replicating. I'll leave it to all you talented MUAs-in-training out there to rock this look for the holidays.

11 People React to Donald Trump Being Named TIME Person of the Year

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Unless you live under an extremely large rock that is based in Antarctica, you probably know that Donald Trump was named TIME Person of the Year 2016. Within the cover story revealing their pick, TIME writes that ever year, they pick someone "who had the greatest influence, for better or worse, on the events of the year" and this year, it is the President-elect. TIME also states that, "for those who believe this is all for the better, Trump’s victory represents a long-overdue rebuke to an entrenched and arrogant governing class; for those who see it as for the worse, the destruction extends to cherished norms of civility and discourse, a politics poisoned by vile streams of racism, sexism, nativism" and through people's responses to this news, we can safely say that people definitely are one side or another. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And then there is Mike Pence. 

Good day, all. 

The New 'Fifty Shades Darker' Trailer is Seriously Steamy

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Since "Fifty Shades of Grey" came out in 2015, people have been absolutely ~craving~ another steamy film. Well, luckily for us, the next film in the series, "Fifty Shades Darker," comes out a few days before Valentine's Day, on February 10, 2017. But because that is still a few very long months away, please do enjoy this extremely sexy trailer that was just released today. And by extremely sexy, we mean EXTREMELY sexy. 

 

You're welcome. 

The 5 Best Hairstyles For Long Hair

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The beauty of long hair is that the list of possible looks is endless – it’s about as long as your hair after you’ve straightened it! We talked to Katie Bailey, a hair stylist at Serendipity Salon in Geneva, Illinois, to find out about the best trends for long hair. Are you ready to love your long hair even more? Check out the looks all girls with long hair must try! 

1. Show off your buns 

Half-Bun

The half-bun is pretty much all the cuteness of a regular bun without fully committing to putting up all of your hair. Tessa McKenna, a junior at Carthage College, explains the trendy hairdo. “It’s half up, half down, with a small messy bun on top.” Sounds easy, right? “I like this look because it’s hipster chic and you don’t need short hair to create the bun,” says Tessa. “It’s a cute up-do that looks great with curly, wavy, or straight hair.” And the best part? “It also shows the length of your hair,” Tessa adds. Long-haired lovelies can get the best of both worlds by trying out the half-bun. 

Messy Bun

Ah, the messy bun. It's the savior of late and lazy college girls across all campuses. Katie Bailey, a hair stylist at Serendipity Salon in Geneva, Illinois, highly recommends this imperfect up-do. “Styles like these are really in,” says Bailey. Easily achieved in a minute or less, the messy-bun is a quick fix for girls who wish to keep long, tangled hair out of the way. 

2. Play With Texture

Beachy Waves

“There are so many options with long hair. I think girls with long hair should definitely try adding texture,” says Bailey. Whether you achieve it through a spray, a flat iron, or a wand, adding texture can give your long locks an instant boost. And if you’re not used to using hot tools? “Use an iron with a glove,” suggests Bailey. If you’re not too keen on heat-treating your hair, a texture spray can also help you achieve this style – use a scented spray as an added bonus.

Long Layers

“I always tell people if they are looking to change a long hair look without sacrificing length, long layers and side-swept bands are a must,” explains Bailey. Asking for long layers at the salon allows you to clean up your ends and keep them healthy, without losing your beloved length. Plus, long layers can add body and volume to grown out hair. With this look, there will be no more getting in trouble with your stylist for skipping trims!

3. Add Some Color

Ombré

“The nice thing about this coloring style is that there’s not a lot of up-keep – your roots can grow out long, so it lessens the amount of trips to the salon,” says Bailey. For college girls, going ombré is a great way to color-treat your hair without having to worry about the time and money to keep it looking great. Because ombré coloring focuses on using a lighter color toward your ends, your roots won’t reveal that you’re attempting to extend periods between coloring. It’ll be our little secret.

Balayage

Balayage, a highlighting technique different from ombré, aims to achieve a more gradual and natural-looking effect on hair. “The sun-kissed look of a balayage is beautiful, and can extend the look of the length on long hair through the dimensions of color,” says Bailey. Be sure to check out Bailey’s work on this lovely color style for some inspo.

Related: 5 Tips For Growing Longer Hair

4. Braids For Days

Crown Braid

“Braids are so in right now, especially for prom, events, and dances,” says Bailey. The crown braid is a beautiful look that is perfect for girls with long hair. “Start with a deep part,” Bailey explains, and braid both parts individually until they meet in the back. The end look should appear like a halo or a crown around your head, as the name suggests.  

Loose Fishtail Braid

“Fishtail braids are really popular – sort of loosening them up looks really pretty,” says Bailey. This look can be created by doing a regular fishtail braid – either to the side or straight down your back – and pulling the strands a bit, so the braid is less tight and more relaxed. “Making the braid looser helps it look thicker if you have thin hair,” Bailey adds. “It’s a nice option without a lot of styling. It isn’t difficult and it doesn’t take long, so you’re not sitting in a chair forever.”

Tessa McKenna suggests pulling out a few strands from the lose braid completely in the front to frame your face. “The braid goes with almost any occasion, and you can even workout with one,” says Tessa. Keep your hair game strong during every moment of the day by playing around with a looser fishtail braid! 

5. Pony Up

Side Pony

Always throwing up your long hair in a pony? Change it up a bit! Samantha Burke, a 2016 grad from Siena College, swears by the side ponytail. “When I first came back to work in retail at the beginning of the summer, I loved throwing my hair up in a side ponytail,” says Samantha. “Not like an 80s style, but not in the middle of my head, either. Kind of in between the two.”

Not only does this look allow you to change up your regular ponytail routine, but it can also keep your hair out of the way. “It’s too short to do it now, and I really miss it! It kept the hair off the back of my neck, and looked super cute with a bow or flower clip at the top,” Samantha says. The side pony is a perfect variation of the regular ponytail for when you’re looking to accessorize and slightly change up your look (without doing too much).  

Tight Pony

A tight ponytail sounds pretty simple—and it is! Kori Sye, a 2016 grad from North Central College, explains why tight ponytails are perfect. “As a graduate student, I don’t really have time to focus on my hair,” says Kori. “I usually do a tight ponytail because my long hair is really straight, and I need to make it right so it wont get messy throughout the day.” Tight ponytails are an easy, secure way to style your long hair in the morning so you won’t have to worry about them later. Kori suggests using clips or bobby pins for more security and to keep flyaway hairs in place. You can also change up the height of your tight ponytail to add some variety!

With these long hair trends and styles under your belt, you'll have a beautiful new way to wear and love your long hair every day of the week!

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