It may be years since we first obessed over him in High School Musical but TBH, that doesn't mean we're any less into Zac Efron now. Case in point: the Baywatch actor showed off his pole dancing skills, and um, let's just say you're going to want to see this.
During an appearance on the Graham Norton Show, the British host called Zac out for an older photo shoot in which the actor can be seen holding himself up on a parking meter, legitimately parallel to the ground. (DAYUM.) Naturally, Norton challenged Zac to recreate it.
"Not that I’m calling you a liar,” Norton said. “But there is a pole right over there.”
Of course, because you've gotta give the people what they want, Zac headed over to the pole to demonstrate, and it was all to the soundtrack of Flo Rida's 'Low.' Spoiler: the original picture didn't lie. In case you couldn't have guessed, the audience's reaction is basically all of us.
"I’m so happy I could still do that," Zac said after returning to the couch. Yeah, I'm pretty sure we're all pretty happy about it too.
What is a PWI, you ask? A PWI, or a predominantly white institution, is defined pretty much by its name; an institution that has a population made up of mostly white students. As a black student who currently attends a PWI, I’ve had my share of good and bad experiences during my time at my university. I’ve also learned a great deal about how to openly embrace my culture despite being surrounded by people who do not look like me. In a way, by being a part of the minority on campus, I’ve grown much closer to people of my own race than I thought I would have before entering college.
However, everything is not always rainbows and sunshine when the complexion of your skin is not the same as the majority of students.
Aside from obvious racial tensions and passive aggressive acts on campus I and others like me have encountered, I have also received criticism from people who do not even attend my university.
“You go to a PWI, so you must hate being black!” is the most popular comment I've received. Along with, “a PWI can’t teach you how to love your people,"“why didn’t you go to Spelman instead?”, and the holy grail of ignorant assumptions, “they only accepted you to meet their quota!”
Yeah, I’ve heard it all and then some. The best way that I ignore this type of ignorance is to just remember that people will believe what they want to believe about you and what you’re doing regardless of how successful you are. Letting other people’s negative comments about the type of school you attend get into your head will only hinder you. Besides, they have no idea what it is like to walk in your shoes so they really shouldn’t have a say in how bumpy or smooth your path is.
As if outsider comments aren’t frustrating enough, the treatment from some of the white students (and sometimes faculty) on campus is a whole different factor.
Picture this: You are casually sitting on a packed bus with an empty seat next to you, wondering why no one has taken advantage of the free space. Instead, you look around and see several people standing near you, leaving the one seat next to you purposely empty.
Being treated as if I have the plague -- even on a crowded bus -- is pretty much a weekly occurrence for me. Rain, snow, wind, sunshine, no matter what the weather is like outside, there are some students on campus who would rather stand and be squished by everyone else than sit comfortably next to me.
There are other times when the passive aggression isn’t so passive. A specific instance that comes to mind is when I had to work in a group to complete a class assignment. Both of the members in my group were white, which wasn’t a surprise because this just so happened to be a class where I was the only black student –- another common occurrence.
My group members seemed to only be focused on talking to each other, rather than asking for my input on anything. Whenever I would say something, they would either brush it off as if I hadn’t said anything or subtly disagree and go back to conversing amongst themselves. It was like I was invisible to them. What I thought and what I knew wasn’t valuable to them.
This incident has been one of the most pivotal moments in my college career because it showed me that some people truly do not believe that my voice matters due to the color of my skin. It is as if because I am black, I am somehow less intelligent and incapable of contributing anything useful to discussions. It wasn’t until the end of my first semester of freshman year that I finally learned to assert myself and make people listen to me, regardless of their prejudice against me.
Another crucial moment that impacted me was my experience during a peaceful march held on my campus shortly after a grand jury decided not to indict the officer that shot and killed Michael Brown. After the march was over, the popular Yik Yak was filled with numerous racial insults targeted at those of us who were marching. Everything from calling us “monkeys” to “ni**ers”,- If it had anything to do with being black, it was used as an insult, and all because we were marching for an injustice we were passionate about.
While the other students on campus can be cruel, the ignorance doesn’t end with just them – even professors can be ignorant. Let me emphasize that this does not account for all professors.
However, whether people want to admit it or not, black students are commonly viewed differently than white students at a PWI.
During my freshman year, I took an English class that only had about 15 to 20 students in it compared to a normal 300-person lecture. I was the only black student in the class, and because it was a smaller class, the professor-student interaction was the main characteristic of the class.
It was impossible for the professor not to know who you were.
One day, we were analyzing a passage in a book we were reading and everyone in the class was stumped on what the author was trying to say. Except me. Literally, it was clear as day. So eventually I grew bored of watching everyone sigh in confusion and I raised my hand to give my input. The look on my professor’s face was utter disbelief.
What did my professor finally say to me when I finally got the answer right?
“I hope you didn’t use SparkNotes,” he said. “That site is strictly forbidden in this class!”
Not a “great job!” or “finally someone gets it!”. Everyone else had been given a “nice try, but try again.” However, my natural intelligence was received with an assumption that I used an outside resource because there was no way I was just that smart.
At the end of class, the professor pulled me aside and told me it was only a joke as if he had realized how insulting his comment was. Long story short? I ended up getting an A in the class, proving that I didn’t need SparkNotes or any other website to tell me how to read.
Through the obstacles I've faced as a minority at a PWI, I've gotten a chance to truly embrace my ethnicity and bond with other people of my race who have gone through similar experiences. Becoming involved with organizations on campus that cater to minority students has definitely provided a sense of inclusion that I would have otherwise struggled to feel. Being a part of the small percentage of African-Americans in my university's student body has allowed me to not only form genuine friendships, but has also helped me learn more about myself.
Every year my college hosts multicultural events such as Africa Night, Caribbean Night, Unity Ball, and other programs that celebrate the diversity students of color bring to campus. These events serve as a reminder that even though I don't attend a university that is full of students who look like me, my identity is not compromised.
While my experiences at my school are not meant to serve as discouragements to black students who wish to attend a PWI, it is important to know what you are getting yourself into. You will come into contact with genuinely nice people and blatantly rude people and it’ll be up to you to discern between the two.
You must remember you are there to earn your degree and prove that you are in fact valuable and worthy of where you are. Despite the few bad experiences I have had at my PWI, I would not have picked any other type of school to attend. Knowing that there are people out there that wish for me to fail solely because of the color of my skin has encouraged me to retaliate with my success.
On Friday's episode of his HBO show Real Time With Bill Maher, the TV host apparently decided it was a good idea to use the n-word on national television - and for obvious reasons, people are not happy, and calling for him to be fired.
The Washington Postreports that Maher was interviewing Nebraska Republican Senator Ben Sasse about his new book. The incident began with Maher saying that he should get to Nebraska more often, to which Sasse replied, "We’d love to have you work in the fields with us."
Things took a turn for the much, much worse when Maher responded by saying, "Work in the fields? Senator, I’m a house *n-word.*"
Maher's comment was met both with groans and cheers from the audience, and Sasse smiled, albeit uncomfortably, but still did nothing to call Maher out.
Saturday morning, people were already taking to Twitter to call for Maher's firing, and #FireBillMaher was trending.
And why did the audience think it was okay to laugh? And Ben Sasse doesn't even flinch. What is happening in the world?
Please @HBO Do Not Air Another Episode Of Real Time With Bill Maher.
— Lil Chano From 79th (@chancetherapper) June 3, 2017
While HBO has yet to announce any specific action agains Maher, the the network released a statement calling his comment, "inexcusable and tasteless," saying that it would be removed from future airings of the show - though it was never bleeped out during the first airing.
As for Sasse, the politician tweeted a response on Saturday morning, saying, "Here’s what I wish I’d been quick enough to say in the moment: 'Hold up, why would you think it’s OK to use that word? The history of the n-word is an attack on universal human dignity. It’s therefore an attack on the American Creed. Don't use it.'"
Okay but seriously, raise your hand if you can't believe this even happened in the first place?
So, it turns out that guys are about to be able to get really creative with their style this summer. Not only can they finally take on the romper trend, but sheer lace shorts are another look that you might be seeing your man in this summer.
Streetwear brand Hologram City designed sheer lace shorts and matching button-downs in a range of pastel colors for men for NYC rapper Cazwell's most recent music video. According to photos, the look is supposed to be styled with all white tube socks and sneakers, and it definitely makes a statement.
Of course, much like with the RompHim, the Internet basically have no idea what to make of this new ~lewk~. While many of the comments would indicate that women are definitely not feeling their man in this ensemble, some were actually here for it.
I would *love* to see my boyfriend in these! Especially with contrasting underwear? Hell yes. Pastels for all.
It's the age-old dilemma: You're curled up on the couch with some friends for a fun girls night in. With popcorn in hand and blankets galore, there's only one issue- what movie do you watch? We guarantee you that you won't face this problem again once you check out this list of the 30 best chick flicks. Enjoy!
How can you not love this heartwarming, sappy tearjerker? The Notebook is a classic love story that's bound to make you laugh, cry, and wish you had a Noah of your own.
Clueless is a classic 90s chick flick. As if we didn't love the 90s enough, Alicia Silverstone is hilarious in this movie. Clueless is a perfect go-to movie for your next girls night in.
This movie put an entirely new meaning to what it means to be from Africa. Girls quote this movie on the daily. How could you not? The plot is irresistible to make fun of and laugh about.
As if Lisa Kudrow isn't funny enough as Pheobe in Friends, Romy and Michele's High School Reunion is a hilarious tale of the shenanigans that go on when two high school best friends attend their reunion. It's definitely a must-see and a great way to laugh about your future and what your high school reunion might be like!
As a southerner, this writer can't help but adore the charm in this movie. Plus, it's fun hearing Reese Witherspoon with a thick accent. What's not to love?
Zac Efron is all grown up in this romantic chick flick and fate brings him to the woman who kept him going during his time in the war. This movie is romantic and absolutely irresistible. The plot is an interesting twist on a love story, making it different than most romantic movies.
With an awesome cast, The Holiday never fails to disappoint. Two women on opposite sides of the world switch lives (houses and all!) for a few weeks and the swap results in awesome adventures and even better love interests.
Talk about good timing! With Valentine's Day coming up in a few months, this is the perfect chick flick for you to convince your man to watch. Valentine's Day follows several awesomely adorable love stories. It's a great movie that's guaranteed to make you swoon.
No Strings Attached is a classic tale about what happens when friends with benefits turn into something more. Plus, how can you resist Ashton Kutcher and Natalie Portman? Talk about a dynamic duo!
Like No Strings Attached, Friends With Benefits is a pretty self-explanatory title. That said, the plot is anything but average. Several adorable scenes make Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake a hilarious romantic comedy team!
This might be a twist, but how many guys do you know who love The Parent Trap? Before Lindsay Lohan went a bit downhill, she was an adorable redhead. This movie is a classic and fun for any night in.
As a magazine lover, I have always loved this movie. Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey are rock stars in this movie. I can quote it from beginning to end, and I’m still not sick of it.
Sex and the City is a classic chick flick, especially for Big Apple lovers and city-goers like myself. Carrie Bradshaw has been my role model for as long as I can remember and this movie is way too fun to not see.
First of all, we all wish we had 27 dresses in our closet. That said, this movie gives the word “bridesmaid” a whole new hilariously horrendous meaning.
I bawled like a baby the first time I saw this... and the second time. A Walk to Remember is one of the most romantic movies I have ever seen. This is a must-see.
Crazy, Stupid Love is crazy awesome. First of all, Ryan Gosling is irresistible. With Ryan’s looks and Steve Carell’s humor, this movie is a perfect chick flick for a night in with the girls.
Most of us have either heard this line or have had to say it to a friend. Either way, this movie is a classic and it’s so fun to follow all of the stories from the beginning of relationships to a marriage.
This movie has all of the flair of a classic love story with a great sense of humor. It’s a perfect chick flick and a great rendition of those awkward teenage years.
This modern comedy will have you rolling on the floor laughing. Every scene is hilarious and this movie is a definite go-to movie for a girls night in.
Titanic is possibly one of the saddest and most romantic movies of all time. Curl up with a blanket and a snack to this one, but don’t forget your Kleenex. It’s bound to make you cry.
The epitome of a wonderful chick flick. From Elle Woods' sorority house scene to the video that got her into Harvard, Legally Blonde definitely deserves its spot on this list.
If you’re the type to give more than you get, it can range from being totally fine (friends crashing at your place) to being totally frustrating (friends staying over so often that they should practically pay rent). Here are some ways you know that you’re too generous for your own good.
1. The word “no” isn’t in your vocabulary.
You can’t help but say yes to everything! Especially if it involves extra guac or cheese.
2. Which makes you everyone’s go-to if they need someone to shop, eat or go out with.
Your bank account is telling you no, but the social butterfly in you is saying, "Do you really want to miss out on Taco Tuesday or that all-day sale?"
3. You tend to go along with whatever your friends want because it’s easier than arguing against them.
Besides, you so are not the one to opt out of boozy brunches and Bachelorette-viewing wine nights.
4. You have trouble voicing your opinion for fear of upsetting others or “rocking the boat.”
And who are you to tell your friend that the new ruby lipstick she’s rocking makes her look like the Joker?
5. Arguing makes you physically uncomfortable, so you try to avoid conflict at any costs.
Unless it involves what appetizers you’re going to order because you’ll be damned if you’re suckered into eating potato skins over nachos.
6. And you give in easily to peer pressure, especially when it comes to drinking.
Who are you to resist a free tequila shot, or five?
7. You care way too much about what people, even those that already love you, think about you.
If only your mind came with an off button.
8. Your catchphrases switch between “no problem” and “sure.”
If you could get paid to be a people pleaser, you’d rake in SO much cash.
9. You’re always lending clothes, makeup and, in extreme cases, even money.
Being generous feels as good as sex, or a seriously refreshing facial.
10. But it’s hard for you to recognize when you’re being taken advantage of because catering to others comes naturally to you.
You have the heart of a grandma. You can't help it!
11. You’re always apologizing for things that aren’t actually your fault.
Like the restaurant screwing up your family’s sushi order, even though you clearly asked for spicy crab instead of the California roll.
12. You don’t realize it, but you hold in a lot of pent-up aggression. So when you vent, you really let it all out.
You’re kind of like a volcano, only instead of emitting lava, you ooze emotion and tears.
13. But for the most part, things don’t really get to you, so you’re used to accepting whatever comes your way with a smile on your face.
You’re literally as adaptable as a chameleon, only with way better skin.
14. Sometimes your facial expressions will give your true feelings away.
That easygoing smile doesn’t hide a thing—if you’re unhappy about something, you’ll look like you’re holding in a poop.
15. Only it’s still hard to tell when you’re actually upset because you’re used to trying to seem as happy and upbeat as possible.
You’re like the energizer bunny, only softer and with way less durability on treadmills.
16. You don’t even bother trying to address feelings or label relationships, so you’re used to hookups and FWB.
Which is fine with you because you’d rather fantasize about dating the hotties from Riverdale versus actually wasting your energy dating any local losers anyway.
17. You get told that you need to stand up for yourself, but when you finally do, it shocks and displeases people.
And you thought that Lost was confusing.
18. People can’t fathom you ever being mean, so you can get away with making a bitchy comment and/or a sassy joke.
You’re like a rose with thorns, or a spicy piece of chicken with an extra kick of WTF seasoned in.
19. But overall, you love being relied on and take pride in being a dependable person.
People count on you the way you count on concealer to transform you from decaying alien to glowing goddess.
20. Because at the end of the day, knowing that you’re needed is worth being pushed and pulled in all kinds of directions.
Hey, whatever keeps you on your feet and adds an extra oomph to your life!
As if Grey's Anatomy wasn't amazing enough with each episode keeping us on the edge of our seats, the characters aren't too hard on the eyes either. We would be lying if we said the male doctors on Grey's didn't make us consider scheduling a few extra doctors appointments throughout the year. Not only do the doctors at Seattle Grace torture us with their good looks, but they also know how to slowly break our hearts one episode at a time, as well as those of many other women on the show. Here are 15 times the men of Grey's Anatomy ruined us for life.
1. The time when we found out who John Doe was (double 0 seven).
2. The time when Jackson stopped April's wedding.
3. The time when Derek got back with Addison.
4. The time when Denny died right after proposing to Izzie.
5. The time when Burke left Cristina at the altar.
6. The time when Owen suffered terrible PTSD and stayed away from Cristina to protect her.
7. The time when Derek got shot.
8. The time when Mark confessed that he wanted to have a family with Lexie just moments before she died from the plane crash.
9. And then Mark died as a repercussion of the plane crash.
10. The time when a patient almost killed Meredith.
11. The time when Meredith's dad slapped her in the face.
12. The time when George is on the other side of the elevator.
13. The time when Alex gets shot.
14. The time when Denny comes back.
15. The time when something we never thought would happen, happened. Derek dies.
At least seven people are dead and 48 are injured after three attackers drove their van into pedestrians on London Bridge, left the vehicle and began stabbing people in the area Saturday night, The New York Timesreports. The events mark the third terrorist attack in Britain in three months, occurring only a few days before the country holds national elections.
Witnesses report that men in a white van mowed down several people on London Bridge at 10:08 p.m. before leaving the car with “large hunting knives.” The attackers reached the busy bars and restaurants in Borough Market, where they began stabbing victims, but were caught and killed by police within eight minutes of authorities receiving an initial emergency call. The men have yet to be identified to the public.
Photographer Gabriele Sciotto captured an image of police urging two suspects to the ground, showing one man of canisters attached to his body. Authorities later described the suspicious men as wearing devices “that looked like explosive vests, but these were later established to be hoaxes.”
Following the attacks, police arrested 12 people believed to be involved, but continue looking for others with potential connections. Announcing that the country’s election would still take place later this week, Prime Minister Theresa May shared, “Everybody needs to go about their lives as they normally would. Our society should continue to function in accordance with our values. But when it comes to taking on extremism and terrorism, things need to change.”
London mayor Sadiq Khan wrote in a statement that the events were “a deliberate and cowardly attack on innocent Londoners and visitors to our city enjoying their Saturday night.” While Khan asked his citizens to be “calm and vigilant,” President Donald Trump responded to the attacks more fiercely, tweeting that “we must stop being politically correct and get down to the business of security for our people.”
We must stop being politically correct and get down to the business of security for our people. If we don't get smart it will only get worse
Congratulations! You’ve made it through the dreaded internship application process and landed an awesome summer position. The hard part is over, so now all you have to worry about is how to impress your boss. No pressure, right?
It’s something that our moms always tell us: it’s important to make a good first impression. While this may seem obvious (we clearly don’t want to make a bad first impression), your first day can set the stage for a successful internship experience. Whether you’ll be fetching coffee or sitting in on meetings, here are seven ways to impress your boss and totally rock your first day.
Start impressing your boss before you even step into the office! Even though you’ll learn a lot about the company and industry you’re working for throughout the summer, it’s important to have an idea of what’s going on prior to your first day.
“For starters, read about the company’s latest news and check out their social media profiles,” says Vicki Salemi, careers expert at Monster. “Think about what you’re reading and how that might impact the job you’ve been hired to do.”
With a grasp on what the company’s latest accomplishments or projects are, you can be up to speed from day one. That way you’ll have something to contribute if your boss or other employees are discussing the organization or industry.
“Read up about the history of the organization or what they’re currently working on,” says Jodi R. R. Smith, etiquette consultant and president of Mannersmith Etiquette Consulting. “That way you’re knowledgeable, and if there’s nothing else to talk about, you can make small talk about [the company].”
Most likely you’ll have some time between the end of school and the start of your internship, so put it to good use and get to know the company you’re interning for!
Two of the biggest factors of professionalism are punctuality and looking the part. They’re also two ways to impress—or, if you’re doing it wrong, displease—your boss.
“Your boss is not going to evaluate an entire internship on the first day, but it’s important to cover the basics,” Salemi says. “Be punctual, dress to impress and shake everyone’s hand. These are characteristics that your boss and colleagues will value.”
To make sure you’re on time and ready to work that first day, Salemi suggests practicing your commute the weekend before you start. This way you can learn the route so you don’t get lost the first day. But don’t forget to factor in weekday traffic to your travel time! The day of, give yourself 15 minutes extra time. It’s always better to sit in your car for a few extra minutes instead of rushing into the office 10 minutes late.
Also during that weekend before you start, pick out two to three appropriate outfits for the office. While some companies have a more casual dress code in the summer, it’s always better to err on the side of professional on the first day. “If it’s hot, you can wear linen or cotton, but make sure it’s in a dark color,” Smith says. “Navy is nice or black if it’s not too harsh. Make sure your skirt is knee-length and that your top has sleeves. If you’re walking, wear comfortable shoes and change into your professional shoes when you get to work.”
The worst feeling is walking into an office and realizing you’re way underdressed. It’s better to be a little overdressed and see what the other employees are wearing and adjust your outfit for the next day. If you want to ensure your outfit is appropriate, don’t be afraid to call or email your manager or point of contact before the first day and ask about the dress code.
Internships are about learning—and what’s the best way to learn? Ask questions! Especially on your first day when you’re just learning the ropes, it’s important to make sure you understand all your responsibilities as an intern, so there’s no confusion later on.
“If not already planned, you should ask your boss to carve out at least 30 minutes to meet and review your job responsibilities,” Salemi says. “This is also a time to set expectations, explain what you’re hoping to learn and ask your boss what he or she is specifically looking for you to accomplish.”
By discussing goals and guidelines, you can monitor your own progress and never have to question what’s expected of you. You should also ask your boss how much he or she wants you to check in with them (every day, once a week, any particular time of day), how you two should communicate (come to their office, call them, email, text) and who’s next in line to contact if he or she isn’t there and you need help. Also ask about what time you should break for lunch, where your desk/work space is and policies about sick/vacation days. Being up front about these things will lead to less miscommunication down the road!
You’re halfway through the day when your stomach starts to rumble. All you want to do is scarf down your sandwich and take a mental break for a half hour, but using your lunch break to talk to other employees will show your boss that you’re interested in the company as a whole, not just your own tasks.
For the first day, either pack your lunch or bring money just in case. You may not know what the lunch situation is like until you get there (is there a cafeteria or does everyone eat out?). Once you’ve figured out whom you’re eating with, start a conversation! “Keep the conversation light,” Smith says. “Ask about their backgrounds, what they like about the company, if there’s anything they wished someone had told them on their first day of work, etc.” And don’t forget to be prepared to talk a little about yourself too! They may want to know what other internships you’ve had, what classes you’re taking or what else you’ve planned for the rest of the summer.
Additionally, use lunch or other breaks to get to know your fellow interns, if you have any. Ask them about where they go to school, what their major is and what department they’re working with for the internship. Making an effort to get to know other people in the office will show your boss your social side as well as how well you get along with others. Everyone likes working with a personable intern!
Sure you’re done with class for the summer, but that doesn’t mean you’re finished taking notes. Not only will it help you remember important details about your job (what should you do when you’ve finished a report and it needs to be reviewed?), but also it will show your boss that you’re interested and serious about your work and the company.
“You should always be asking questions, but if you’re not, you’re observing and taking notes,” Smith says. “Have a pen and paper with you always and constantly take notes. When you’re shadowing someone, in a meeting, whatever. Your boss will notice that you’re paying attention and processing information.”
Smith also discourages interns from using their cell phones, even if it’s to jot something down. “It could be easier to take notes on your cell phone, but don’t do it,” she adds. “No matter what, people will assume you’re texting. So stay away from the cell phone.” If you prefer taking notes digitally, ask your boss about using a laptop or tablet.
If you show your boss that you’re engaged from day one, he or she will see you’re dedicated to your position and more likely give you bigger responsibilities later on!
The first day of any internship comes with nerves, surprises and maybe some boring tasks. However, it’s important to stay positive and enthusiastic, no matter what you’re doing.
“Be patient through the onboarding process,” Smith says. “You may have some more boring tasks that first day, but just remember that you’re doing something so that someone else doesn’t have to. They’re going to like you for that! So keep it positive.”
If you’re given a task and you finish it, don’t sit and wait to be assigned something else. Double-check your work and then ask if there’s anything else that needs to be done. “Make yourself useful,” Smith adds. “People notice.”
You should be confident in your abilities (you did land this awesome internship after all!), but also keep an open mind and show your willingness to learn. “Be enthusiastic,” Salemi says. “Participation is key on the first day to show that you’re dedicated and [want] to learn.”
Ultimately, you should put your best foot forward and be yourself. They clearly hired you for a reason, so keep it professional and positive and you’ll be sure to make a lasting first impression!
You got there on time, your outfit was professional but cute and your boss happily answered all your questions. Seems like your first day has been a success! But before you sprint out of there to call your mom and tell her how it went, make sure you check in.
“The biggest thing managers will say is that they want you to check in,” Smith says. “Check in at the end of the day to say you’re getting ready to leave. And always ask if there’s anything else they need right now. Don’t just disappear!”
More likely than not, your boss will want to get home at the end of the day as much as you do, but if they do ask you to complete a small task before you leave, do it well and don’t rush through it. Once you’re done, tell them to have a good night and you’ll see them in the morning!
Internships are a great way to get hands-on experience, learn about an industry and make professional relationships with bosses and mentors. While you might be nervous for your first day, keep these tips in mind and you’re bound to make an awesome first impression!
The past few years of TV have been a golden age for revivals of our favorite childhood shows. Never did we think we needed a grown-up look at the Tanner family on Fuller House or wanted to see Cory and Topanga’s kids on Girl Meets World, but we’re certainly not complaining about these epic blasts from the past. The latest childhood fave to get a reboot is Disney Channel’s That’s So Raven, and now we have an official trailer of the revival to see what’s coming our way, Refinery29 reports.
For diehard Raven-Symone fans, the good news is that Raven’s Home, premiering July 21, will definitely have some familiar elements in its storylines. Raven, now a divorced mom, has twins, and her son Booker has discovered that he has her psychic abilities. Of course, Raven just wouldn’t be the same without BFF Chelsea by her side, and Chelsea appears in the trailer with her own son in tow. All that’s missing for the show to be a full-blown reunion is the girls’ friend Eddie and Raven’s brother Cory.
Even though the trailer focuses more on the kids than Raven and Chelsea, we can tell that our favorite psychic is definitely the same old girl at heart. Given the hit or miss aspects of recent revivals (we’re looking at you, Gilmore Girls ending), it’s hard to say if Raven’s Home will still be enjoyable for the original show’s devoted fans. However, no matter how the show plays out, it’s still fair to say that seeing Raven back on our screens will be a much welcomed moment.
Kim Kardashian has stayed relatively low-key since her scary encounter with robbers in Paris last year, but she brought herself back into the spotlight to call attention to Gun Violence Awareness Day on June 2, Teen Vogue reports. Kim published a blog post on her website sharing her views on increasing gun control laws.
The entry reads, “It’s been 18 years since Columbine, 10 years since Virginia Tech, four years since Newtown, and we’re coming up on the one-year anniversary of the Orlando nightclub shooting. In almost 20 years, our country has made very little progress in enacting laws that would help protect innocent Americans from people who should not have access to firearms. Right now, there are more guns owned by civilians in this country than in any other country in the world.”
Kim reminded readers that President Trump recently revoked a bill that “would have added 75,000 names of people with registered mental illnesses to a national background check database,” but also admitted that she understands why people would want their own weapons. “I’m not against guns and I’m not against people owning guns,” she wrote. “After what happened to me in Paris, I know how important it is to be safe and to have armed security…We all have a voice and a right to feel safe, to be protected from people who are a threat, particularly when handed a deadly weapon.”
Likely appealing to thousands of mothers in similar situations, Kim cited her children as a huge reason why she values stricter gun safety, writing, “I want to help build a safer future for my children, and I believe together we can find ways to do that, while still protecting the rights of the American people.”
Admittedly, the Kardashian clan gets up to so many shenanigans that it’s difficult to literally keep up with them, but props to Kim for using her fame to bring up such an important issue. Having worked with the gun safety organization Everytown, Kim definitely recognizes the significance of discussing these kind of things.
“Is it more important to protect the Second Amendment than to protect our own children?” she wrote. “Maybe you think so, maybe you don’t – but it’s important for us to least continue to discuss and debate this openly, and to bring attention to the reality of gun violence and gun control.”
By the time graduation rolls around, you and your high school boyfriend or girlfriend have likely been through quite a lot together. After countless study sessions, lunch dates and late night meet-ups, you might think it is impossible to move onto the next stage of your life without them by your side.
Being in love is great and all, but what about that quintessential college experience? We have put together a list of reasons why breaking it off with your high school sweetheart just might be the best decision you could make before heading off to college.
1. You get to meet new people
As you look around the auditorium at your freshman orientation, you will find yourself encircled by complete and total strangers. Your orientation leaders will probably give you some spiel about how you are going to meet your life-long best friends, future bridesmaids and abiding partners in crime within the next four years. Chances are, you will take this in as some empty and cliché talk that they have to give to every wide-eyed freshman, entering the hallowed halls of the university.
Even though it might sound like some sappy and rehearsed allocation, the fact that you are going to make friends that will be by your side for the rest of your life could not be more accurate. Meeting new people in college is just as important as the actual classes you attend.
When college students were asked about what they felt they missed out on the most by starting college with an old high school flame still in their lives, the overwhelming response was that they missed out on meeting new people.
Valerie Valledor, a freshman at the University of Florida, says, “The time I was spending FaceTiming my long-distance boyfriend was time that I could have spent meeting new people, which is exactly what you should be doing in college! Meeting new people helps you to grow as a person.”
The importance of meeting new people in college applies to more than just making close friends. Experiencing relationships with new people is also important when it comes to growing and evolving as a person. You never know what else is out there and it is possible that by staying with your high school sweetheart, you are keeping yourself from finding your collegiette heartthrob.
2. You won’t miss out on any experiences
The experiences that you have during the four years you have at college are unlike those that you will experience at any other point in your life. According to Rhonda Ricardo, relationship expert and author of Cherries Over Quicksand, “Over 90 percent of people polled believe college students will have a richer higher-education experience if they remain single throughout their college education.”
She further explains that “college students in committed off-campus relationships are known to not attend dances, outings or events on dates or with groups of friends, because their SO might get jealous…they do not want to hurt their SO’s feelings, start gossip or lead anyone on, so they stay home and miss the later-to-be-exaggerated and cherished memories everyone hopes to earn while pursuing their final diplomas.”
Even if you and your SO trust each other completely, it will become nearly inevitable to not feel guilty when you are out having fun without them. After breaking up with her high school boyfriend, Melody Dickson, a freshman at the University of Florida, says, “I have so much fun when I go out because I really don't have to worry about much.”
Valerie elaborates on the idea of an SO holding you back by saying that it is nice to no longer have a “third parent” to worry about.
I mean, what is college without being able to flirt with all the hunky frat guys you want or ogle over the bodacious belle in the lib?
Going off to college is the time for new beginnings. No one is the same person they were when they graduated high school and we should all be very thankful for that. When you go to college, you will grow and change in so many unimaginable ways. The people you meet and the things that you learn are going to change you forever.
Going into college solo allows you to reinvent yourself. Holding onto such a big part of who you were in high school can cripple your ability to grow and explore new parts of yourself.
One benefit to breaking it off with your high school beau is being able to “explore your sexuality,” says Alison Carter, a sophomore at the University of Florida. She went on to explain that going into college single “gives you room to grow as a person.”
4. You have more time
College is insane. With back-to-back exams, lectures, papers, parties and club meetings, who the heck has time for a serious relationship? As a freshman, you are just beginning to learn how to manage your precious time and I don’t know about you, but the rare free time that I have is spent catching up on the sleep that I’ve been missing out on since the second I stepped foot on campus.
Having a serious relationship with anyone, especially a long distance one with your high school sweetheart, can really take up a lot of your time. After splitting with her boyfriend, Melody says that it “lets [her] really focus on [her] studies because [she] don't have someone constantly texting [her] to see what [she's] doing.”
I mean we already have to worry about keeping our parents updated so that they can vicariously live through us. Why add another person to the list? College is about you and your time. Hanging onto your old relationship is just adding unnecessary stress to your life.
5. If it is really meant to be, they will be there after college
It might be rare that high school sweethearts end up together, but that isn’t to say that it never happens. However, this does not mean that you have to stay together when you go away to college.
Saying goodbye to your first love can be heart-wrenching and incredibly painful, especially when you realize that it has to be done despite how you feel. Being able to take time for yourself and experience college on your own is an important milestone in most young peoples’ lives.
You can always remain on good terms with your high school SO after leaving for college and get back together if you realize you truly cannot live without them. What is meant to be will always find a way to work out. Melody says that she and her ex still keep in touch and that “breaking up is the best test for a relationship because it really will happen if it's supposed to!”
Even though it seemed like the worst thing in the world when it happened to me, I am incredibly relieved that my high school boyfriend and I broke up before college, even though we were attending the same university.
Other collegiettes had very similar responses in their post-graduation break-ups, such as Melody who says, “Although at the time I was heartbroken, now I realize that it is the best thing that's ever happened to me,” and Alison who says, “Breaking up with my ex was the best thing to even happen to me my freshman year.”
DISCLAIMER: Sometimes it works out
Starting off college single is definitely an amazing experience and while most of the time you aren’t going to end up with your high school sweetheart, sometimes staying with them can be worth it.
Sophie Ville, a freshman at the University of Florida, is one of the few who has successfully been able to stay with her boyfriend from home and make it work long distance. Realizing that they were so in love and both felt that the relationship was worth the struggle, they decided to make it work.
Sophie says that she realizes what she and her boyfriend have is rare but because “neither of us are too clingy, we have been able to live our own lives in college while remaining together.”
She went on to explain that there are actually numerous advantages to entering college with a boyfriend. "You never have to worry about impressing boys at parties and the guys you do meet are only going to be your friends," she says.
Sophie was still able to form incredible friendships and live college life to the fullest, all while maintaining a long-distance relationship with her high school boyfriend. Despite the fact that this might be uncommon, sometimes it is definitely worth it.
Whether you decide to begin your college experience without an SO or think the two of you are meant to be, make sure you're happy! College should be an exciting time in your life and no one should get in the way of that!
After countless months chained to your roomie’s side, the inevitable summer break has finally come, and you can’t help but feel like you’ll be missing your other half. As wonderful as it is to go home and soak up the sun, it just isn’t half as fun without your bestie being right there with you. Here are some things you’ll miss about the girl you’ve been through it all with.
1. Having a sleepover with her every single night
2. Getting instant advice whenever you need it
3. Nights out together
4. Being extremely weird and overly comfortable with each other
Whether you have a go-to outfit that has become your internship uniform, or you like to mix things up depending on your mood, you probably have a specific sense of style when it comes to office dressing. It turns out that your Zodiac sign can say a lot about what you choose to wear to work, just like those cheesy horoscopes in the back of your favorite magazine somehow perfectly predict how you’re feeling about your love life. Okay, so they’re almost perfect. So if you’re feeling stuck in a wardrobe rut, or just want to know what the stars have in store for you, try one of these internship-ready outfits tailored to your astrological sign.
You’re a natural leader, so when it comes to fashion, you set trends rather than follow them. You have a creative style that looks effortless and cool, and you’re a pro at mixing new cuts and prints. For your internship, understated yet sophisticated, tailored pants are professional and polished, especially when paired with some bold accent pieces like bright sandals and boxy tee.
You enjoy life and don’t take yourself too seriously, which reflects in your casual, fresh fashion sense. You like to be comfortable and want your clothes to enhance your work, not hinder it. But, you like to look cute nonetheless! A sporty look is the way to go, and with the right fabrics and colors, can totally be office appropriate too.
As a Gemini, you probably get bored with your wardrobe more easily than others. Luckily, you’re a pro at mixing and matching, and pairing unusual prints for an eclectic aesthetic is your best skill. For the office, pair a small or uniform pattern with one that’s a bit more intricate, and stick to understated and neutral colors.
A Cancer girl is loyal to her friends, and the same can be said for her favorite clothes. You probably still have that perfect pair of jeans you bought in high school, and when it comes to fashion, you live by the classics. Nothing is as timeless as the wrap dress, a perfect go-to for office dressing and one that you can style in a variety of ways for maximum versatility.
You’re confident and outgoing, which means you like to take fashion risks wherever you can. And more often than not, the risks pay off with a fierce outfit that has everyone asking you for advice. You tone it down a bit for the office, but bright colors, bold patterns and fun textures like fringe give you that signature flair.
Virgos are all about the details, and nothing goes unnoticed, so embellishments and intricate stitching are fashion favorites. You keep things polished and ladylike, but a hint of sexiness is a signature touch. A chic black dress with delicate lace epitomizes your meticulous taste.
You’re a true individual, with an edgy vibe that you incorporate into your clothes with metals, leather and rich, dark colors. You’re also a pro at mixing pre-owned, thrift store finds with new styles. Color-blocked pants and a blazer with leather and zipper details satisfy your desire for individuality, even in a corporate office.
Girl, you are fierce AF! You know what you want, and you know exactly how to get it. You're not afraid to stand out, so a bold printed top (or another bright accent) is always a must in your outfit. But you also know how to look totally professional—you're exactly what people think of when they say to dress for the job you want.
You’re a mysterious, independent woman who looks chic and put-together 24/7. You like polished, structured and feminine pieces that make you look like the boss in any room. Your go-tos for the office are fit and flare dresses and bold accessories.
You like things neat, organized and methodical. You probably have lots of crisp white shirts and little black dresses in your closet since you prefer things simple but sophisticated. You have a definite sense of style though, and your clothes are always fitted to perfection. You make white, flared pants and a collared shirt fresh and unexpected!
You’re a free spirit who likes to keep your wardrobe colorful and fun. You never shy away from prints or color and you wear something with fringe in almost every outfit. A bold, printed jumpsuit is a flattering pick for the office, especially when paired with a classic jacket.
You’re an unapologetic minimalist, who likes to keep things laid-back and classy. You like things loose and comfy, but with pops of color or detailing. A comfy but chic dress is your number one office pick, and you like to style it with selections from your extensive jewelry and shoe collections.
Name:Hilary Corna Job Title and Description: Author, Speaker, Operations Consultant, Former Senior Executive Officer for Toyota Asia College Name/Major: Elon University; dual major in International Business & Asian Pacific Studies, Minor in Japanese Website: www.HilaryCorna.com Twitter Handle: @HilaryCorna Instagram Handle:@HilaryCorna
What does your current job entail? Is there such a thing as a typical day?
Hilary Corna: My typical day consists of a morning run, a 30 minute morning routine, spending the early hours on creative and what I call "I don't want to do this" work, then leave the afternoons open for marketing, logistics and meetings. My current job entails four major responsibilities:
1) Content creation -- Building out training materials for clients, new presentations, and managing the weekly #DareYourself blog
2) Marketing -- Updating and creating new marketing promotion materials like my speaker kit, content on the website, print mailings, and conference materials.
3) Operations -- Managing logistics for events, book inventory, invoices, event follow ups, and more
4) Team -- Weekly meetings with my five contracted staff, individual follow ups, and providing them with the tools and training they need
What is the best part of your job?
HC: Sharing the Japanese teachings of kaizen with the world. My book, One White Face, is one way, speaking events allow me to share it through storytelling, and consulting allows me to teach it. Toyota shared their wisdom with me and now I get to share the gift with others. It's the utmost honor.
What was your first entry-level job in your field and how did you get it?
HC: Kaizen Leader for Toyota Motor Asia Pacific in Singapore. I bought a one-way ticket to Asia with a pipedream of working abroad fresh out of my career. This was unique in that I knew I wanted to work abroad when I was young so I went immediately after graduation and without a job! I got my job after 6 weeks of research, networking preparing and then serendipitously meeting a famous Toyota Executive and his family at a pool of a condo where I was staying.
What words of wisdom (well-known quotes, an anecdote from your boss) do you find most valuable?
HC:"Show me, don't tell me." This is was my bosses at Toyota used to say. I find it so valuable because it encourages one to lead by example.
What is one mistake you made along the way and what did you learn from it?
HC: I worked too hard in my twenties and disregarded a lot of my family's needs. I learned that there is nothing more fulfilling then being a good sister, daughter and family member and that this is more rewarding that any career success.
What has been the most surreal moment of your career thus far?
HC: Holding my book for the first time in the headquarters of UPS in L.A. on my way to one of the biggest meeting in my life. It was pure and unreal.
What do you look for when considering hiring someone?
HC: Humility.
What advice would you give to a 20-something with similar aspirations?
HC: Find a way to stand out. The power of being the outsider is that attention is on you. When you get it, act wisely. Don't just be different. Use the honor of that space and opportunity to invoke change for the better, for everyone.
What’s the one thing that’s stood out to you the most in a resume?
HC: Less words. More action verbs. Numbers (measure your work to show impact). Specifics and not ambiguity. When people speak with their own words instead of cliches. When the statements are about the team rather than the individual.
This past Sunday, Ariana Grande showed an immense amount of strength by putting together a benefit show, less than two weeks after 22 people were killed while leaving her concert. As I watched One Love Manchester from my apartment in New York, I couldn’t hold my tears back. The whole concert felt so important, and so impossibly personal.
Almost 23 years ago, when I was three months old, my father was killed at an anti-Jewish bombing three blocks away from our home in Buenos Aires, Argentina. His name was Javier, and he was one of 85 people who lost their lives that day. As far as my memory goes, I have been a family member of a victim of terror. I’ve never known a world in which terror feels foreign.
Growing up, I had no idea how to deal with my own grief and my own feelings, but pop music was there for me through it all. There have been many times throughout my life when my love for stars like Miley Cyrus, Taylor Swift, and Ariana Grande herself have led people to judge me or make me feel inferior. People would tell me that “fangirling” over people you’ve never met and having their picture on your wall was not only childish, but also ridiculous and pointless. Truth is, artists and their respective online fandoms became my outlet. Singing along to my favorite songs and forming communities around the people who most inspired me got me through it all. I didn’t speak of my dad, because I couldn’t understand why I would feel his loss so strongly, even though I hadn’t met him. I was very conflicted within, but I was certain about the music and artists that I adored, and the connections I made because of it.
For many years I was way too young to process what had happened to my dad and my family, and I'm sure so many kids in the audience of Ariana’s concert haven't begun to process what they witnessed two weeks ago. It’s difficult for a child to grasp that something that feels so private and personal to them can also be such a public experience. For Ariana to stand up and bring this group of people together, so soon after the attack, and give them something to be excited for and happy about is extremely important. For her to bring artists like Miley Cyrus, Justin Bieber, and Niall Horan on stage, who so strongly represent teen fandoms worldwide, is an extremely meaningful gift. For her to provide her audience with an outlet and a way to cope so early on has the potential to make such a big difference as they grow up.
The Manchester One Love concert was very difficult to watch, but also incredibly healing. The people and the music that were there for me through so much stood up for a cause so painfully close to my heart: to be there for those who need it most right now. When the camera panned through the audience, I recognized myself in so many girls. They were dancing, singing, waving their arms up in the air. They were grieving, as well.
Grief doesn’t always look like tears at a wake. It’s not always gloomy and it’s not always openly dark. Sometimes when life gets difficult, you dance through your grief and express it through love. You sing along through the words you know so well, you scream “I love you” to the band you’re obsessed with, you jump up and down to the beat. In my case, you might also make a sign that reads “Hilary Duff Rox My Sox” and hang a High School Musical poster from your first ever concert on your wall. That doesn’t make grief any less serious or valid.
I am so grateful to Ariana for jumping back on stage so soon after the attack. Too often we shy away from helping others in fear of saying the wrong thing and making things worse, but she braved through it all and put herself out there in the name of love. Ariana herself is a survivor of this attack, and in showing so much strength and resilience, she is actively supporting those little girls in her audience who will continue to go through their own grieving processes as they grow older. Ariana is leading the way, and we’re all following.
Sunday, Ariana Grande, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus and many more top artists came together on one stage to perform at the One Love Manchester benefit concert in response to the tragic bombing that happened at Ariana’s concert in Manchester just two weeks earlier. There definitely wasn’t a dry eye in the house at the concert, which raised money for the Manchester Emergency Fund and spread a message of love in the face of darkness—here are some moments that brought me to tears.
1. When Ariana invited the Parrs Wood High School Choir to sing “You Are My Everything” with her
9. When an emotional Ariana performed “One Last Time” while the other performers looked on
Tears aside, this concert went above and beyond expectations. According to Forbes, the event has already raised $9 million, and the spirits of everyone who watched and attended were definitely lifted. I think Ariana Grande just ignited the spark for world peace.
I'm not proud of it, but I love fanny packs. Now before you pass judgment, I would like to blame this tastelessness on my sorority girl days. When I graduated, my neon green "G Fly" fanny pack was arguably one of the hardest things for me to part with. I mean, why isn't it acceptable to wear letters everywhere after graduation? JK, don't answer that. Anyway, my love for these widely despised mom bags can now live out in the open, thanks to one Kendall Jenner. The supermodel stepped out in a turtleneck, mom jeans and a fanny pack while out with bestie Gigi Hadid:
If you can pull off this outfit and not look like a sack of potatoes (like I would), I applaud you. If you can snag a Chanel waist bag like Kenny's from Ebay or a thrift store, I salute you. But if you're not ready to take the plunge and adopt this whole get-up (and you don't have like $1,000 for a mini bag), here are a couple cute dupes to ease you into this retro trend:
Quilted Faux Leather Fanny Pack ($17.90 at Forever 21)
While applications are now over and your decision has been made, there’s still plenty to do to prepare for college! The summer before your first semester of college is a transitional period that serves as a great chunk of time to get things done before shipping off to school. We got in touch with collegiettes across the country and asked them what they did (or wish they’d done!) the summer between their last year of high school and their first semester of college. Check out what they missed so you can steer your summer in the right direction!
These last few months before heading off to school may be your last chance to spend quality time with family for a while, especially if you’re heading far away. Consider setting aside lots of time to hang out with your parents and siblings this summer!
“Now that I'm in college, my summers are spent working, saving money for grad school and also interning,” says Tabia Robinson, a junior at the University of Albany, “[so] I have absolutely no free time.” Tabia says she knows all her hard work will be worth it in the end, but if she had the foresight to know she would be so busy, she would have utilized her pre-college days to spend more time with those who matter most.
"Looking back, I wish I would have spent a little more time with my family the summer before leaving for college,” says Rachael David, a junior at Pennsylvania State University. “It was so easy to go out with my friends every night since I knew I would be saying goodbye to them too, but I discovered that when school begins and the homesickness kicks in, your family is who you're going to miss most,” she says. “Don't wait for family vacations to get in some good quality bonding and cherish your last few months together before college."
Take advantage of the long summer days and give special attention to your family—trust us, they might annoy you now, but you’ll miss them when they’re not at arm’s reach all the time.
While your high school sweetheart may seem like the guy or girl of your dreams right now, chances are things might change in the near future. College is a time full of new experiences, so you might want to start thinking harder about your feelings toward your SO. If you’re on a rocky road or feel the need to be more independent, this summer might just be the prime time to cut ties.
While it’s definitely not a bad thing to have a boyfriend or girlfriend in college, many freshmen who arrive in long-distance relationships with their hometown SOs end up regretting it. College is a time to really be yourself and figure out the next chapter of your life, so breaking up with a significant other might be the first step in that direction. If you’re hoping to start fresh in college, consider how your current relationship might affect that.
Nathalie Vacheron, a student at Rhodes College, regrets not cutting ties with her SO before college. “I threw away my entire freshman year of college pining after someone who was not open-minded or rational when it came to our long distance relationship,” she says. “Be 100 percent positive you want to do long-distance [before heading off to college]. Trying it and seeing how it goes is okay, but don't be blind. College is a precious, fleeting time full of new friendships and opportunities. Don't sacrifice your happiness for someone who is more selfish and controlling than encouraging of your growth and involvement in college.”
If you’re happy with your current relationship, there are still some things to consider. If you and your partner know you want to stay together, consider preparing for the road ahead. If you’re going to separate schools, think about how you’ll stay in touch. It sounds tedious, but setting some ground rules might be the perfect way to start the semester off the right way with your SO!
Transitional periods when big changes are already occurring can be a great opportunity to form some new habits. If you’ve been bogged down with homework during the school year and haven’t had the time to focus on working out, this summer may be the perfect time to get started.
Take advantage of your free time and put it toward your health. Work on getting fit for when you arrive at school in the fall. Getting your health in check will in turn make you feel more energetic and more confident—perfect for starting the next chapter in your life!
If you’re new to exercising, it can be a bit daunting; but have no fear! There are tons of easy ways to get into working out. Go for short runs, hikes or bike rides with friends or on your own. If you’re feeling curious, turn to YouTube for some great (and free!) workout programs. Once you’re feeling more comfortable, consider heading to the gym or taking a class with friends. Before you know it, your workout will be a regular part of your routine—which will come in handy when you’re trying to ward off the Freshman 15.
If you’re an ambitious student looking to get ahead on your career, check out local internship openings! While it’s perfectly normal to head into college with little or no internship experience, a position before college can give you an edge when it comes to looking for another internship or job later on.
The summer before Janine Eduljee, a rising junior, arrived at Northeastern University, she scored a paid internship in a company's HR department. “Aside from padding me until that point [of] non-existent savings, it also gave me some really fantastic experience in learning what an office environment was like,” says Janine. “Not to mention, I also earned some really great references and made connections with my fellow colleagues.”
Securing an internship before coming to college will give you that leg up and perhaps make you better prepared for the semester to come, especially if you work in a field related to your major. Not only can an internship offer a safety net of cash to fall back on (if it’s paid), but it can also be an awesome resume-booster and push you ahead of the pack!
If you’re new to the internship search, do a bit of research. Check out internship and job postings online, and consider meeting with your guidance or career counselor at your high school. Think about some local businesses that you’d like to get involved with and see if they offer internships. Take advantage of the resources around you and start searching!
On the other hand, you may feel overworked from your senior year and feel the need to lie back for a while—which is just as good (and important)! The anticipation of college can be stressful, so be sure to take time to sit back and relax.
“I wish that I had taken that summer to spend with my friends,” says Natalie Kelley, a rising senior at Santa Clara University, who regrets signing up for an internship the summer before college. “I wish I had stuck with my part-time job so that I could have had the free time to go to the pool and just relax with my girls one last summer.”
Instead of spending your days thinking about the upcoming months, clear your mind and enjoy the moment. Log off of that orientation Facebook group, take some time off from your summer job and hit the spa. There will be plenty to do during the weeks before you leave, but there’s no point in sweating it now!
If you’re leaving town for college, you might want to savor those special things about your hometown before you go! While you might be sick of seeing the same places your whole life, you might just miss them when you’re gone.
Gather up a group of friends and set out to hit up your favorite spots around home. Visit your favorite hangout spot, go to the town landmarks and eat at your favorite restaurants. Even if you’ve seen them before, you might not have the chance to visit when you’re gone!
7. Branch out from high school friends
College is a time to start fresh, so why not begin now? When you arrive at college, you’ll be surrounded by a new group of people and will likely have to make new friends. And while this can be a bit intimidating, it’s easier than it seems!
Lynn Chalati, a rising senior at the University of Ottowa, says she wishes she had spent some time away from her high school friends the summer before she left for college. “[I wish I’d spent] more time with my family, or branching out and meeting new people,” she says. “It's hard to swallow that you may not be friends with these people anymore (though maybe you will!).” It’s always good to remain open when it comes to incorporating new people in your life.
There’s no harm in hanging out with your high school friends, but know that you’ll probably have to step out of your comfort zone soon. Take this chance to start making a change and preparing for what’s to come. There’s no need to abandon or cut ties your high school friends; just consider supplementing your current friendships with a new social circle!
With the anticipation of college coming up, now is the time to wrap up your last moments as a pre-collegiette! Be sure to take advantage of this time before you head off, and do your summer the right way.
