There was basically nothing that defined our childhoods more than one of the stars of our favorite Disney Channel shows holding up a wand and tracing that ~iconic~ mouse ears outline and announcing their name and the fact that we were watching Disney Channel. (Duh.) So luckily for us, there is video evidence of an all-grown-up Hilary Duff recreating hers—and it's actually everything.
The former Lizzie McGuire and current Younger star appeared on BuzzFeed's "Truth or Dare Jenga" and was of course dared to see if she still had it in her. Obvi, she did, although her mouse ears drawing skills seem to have gotten a little less… accurate over the years. Close enough though, right?
The actress then went on to clear the air about those behind-the-scenes videos on Twitter that show she was actually less than thrilled to be filming the original thing—and it turns out she was way more okay with it than her teenage self might have looked.
"It’s so ridiculous. It’s so funny though. So we had to do the thing and then they put it in CGI, the mouse ears," she explains in the video. "And then they made us do it like 900 times. And I think I like lost all personality at that point. Plus, I was, like, a pubescent teen—I was like, what are they making me do, this is invisible!"
Of course, she also added that she's now happy she did it, because it's truly hilarious. Girl, I agree entirely. So much nostalgia.
The end is near for this season of The Bachelorette, and the more serious Rachel Lindsay's relationships become, the more critical we all get of her remaining men. While everybody has their favorites among the final four men, it's safe to say that something about chiropractor Bryan Abasolo just rubs Bachelor Nation the wrong way. Rachel seems to adore him and his (sloppy) kisses, but fans aren't too convinced.
Since Twitter is obviously the best way to judge someone's character, below are 10 people who took to Twitter to share how they just don't trust Bryan.
Dean just READ Bryan: He's a 37-year-old single man who lives in Miami and have been sweet talking woman for 20 years #bachelorette
Even with all of the iffy vibes he's sending out, Bryan has still manged to neutralize other fans' opinions about him. Seeing as he may very well be one of Rachel's favorites, maybe we need to take the advice of another Bachelorette contestant we once weren't so sure about: Evan Bass.
Ok, I'm just gonna buy into the Brian hype. Why can't we just ignore all the red flags and take a man at his word #thebachelorette
For the first 21 or so years of your life, you have a built-in tool to help you make friends: school. In school, you’re constantly surrounded by your immediate peers who are going through the same struggles as you. You can bond over study sessions and spend afternoons together when school lets out. You can stay by each other’s side for years—up until graduation, when everyone goes their separate ways and you’re left to fend for yourself in the real world.
After college, making friends seems to become a silly pipe dream. Where would you meet them? What would you do, and when would you even have time to do it? And yes, it is incredibly difficult to make friends, especially if you’re an introvert, without the benefit of a school setting. But that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Social scientists have long identified three factors that are crucial to making friends: repeated unplanned interactions, proximity and letting your guard down. Here are three reasons you’re not making friends after college, and what you can do about it.
1. You have a narrow understanding of friendship
When you’re in school, it’s clear what you mean by friend: someone who you spend much of your free time with, who you attend events with and regularly share deep and personal conversations with. In the adult world, you may have to learn to adjust your definition of friend—or adjust the expectation that a friend provide all of that at once—in order to learn how to form bonds. Due to the nature of post-college friendships, there is less immediate pressure from all sides to solidify a bond.
“Friendships after college require a lot more effort because people are on completely different schedules, have commitments to work and family and just don’t share the proximity they once did,” explains Louise Mensch, who graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2014. “In the years that follow, things get worse as you find yourself and everyone around you moving cities because of a job or other reasons.”
The fact is, you aren’t going to have the level of proximity and unplanned interactions you did in college, which means your relationships will likely take more time to develop. You can learn to adjust your expectations by beginning to consider someone who you interact with on a regular basis, such as the members of the football squad you play with on weekends, your friend. Over time, you will begin to open up, share personal stories and struggles and see each other more regularly if you enjoy each other’s company.
One of the most critical things to remember is while in school, the pressure to make friends is enormous and immediate. But once you leave, no one is feeling such an intense urge. That means the speed at which your relationship develops will slow down too. Embrace this. Learn to identify casual friendly acquaintances as friendships in the making.
Solution
Broaden your understanding of what friendship is. Social contacts take many forms and friendships can come in different guises. The people at your gym will become familiar to you over time so get to know them slowly. The more commitments you develop in real life the more chance you'll have of finding new and different sorts of friendships.
2. You’re too picky about where to find them
School allowed us an easy answer to the question, “Where and when can you make friends?” because the answer was always, “In school, when you’re in or near it.” After college, it’s a little different. After all, certain dynamics keep you from befriending your co-workers in the office—you can’t get too personal with them—and that’s where you spend most of your day. When you get home, particularly if you have a family to attend to, you have just a small amount of time to take care of your needs, and most people will prioritize that time for themselves. And besides work and home, where else can you possibly spend time with people?
But the truth is you can make friends anywhere, by going for regular walks in your neighborhood, visiting a local cafe at the same time every week or joining a local book club. You don’t have to limit potential friendships to where you spend an inordinate amount of time, just places you might bump into the same people regularly.
“After college I spent six months traveling around southeast Asia,” says Dominique Kowlessar, who graduated from Colombia University’s School of Journalism in 2015. “Because I come from a big city like New York, I met several people out there from my city who are now firm friends.”
Work is stressful and will take up most of your time. I get it; there's a reason most of your future friendships will develop at work. As you and your colleagues continue to change jobs, you'll notice that you hold on to a few close co-workers that you've developed a bond with.But it's also important to cultivate hobbies outside of work that put you into contact with other people. In particular, look for hobbies that will allow you to meet and get to know the same group of people over a period of time so long lasting friendships can develop.
3. You don’t put yourself out there
Even if it’s hard to face, the truth is you’re never going to make a lot of friends if you continue to behave like an introvert. Even if you are, you won’t be able to meet anyone if you don’t ever put yourself out of your comfort zone. That means being willing to break your routine and join a class you’ve never considered before, or stopping by a local fitness class you’ve been intimidated by. If you refuse to do something social, you’re never going to have a robust social life. This doesn’t mean attend something popular that you don’t like. Be sure you participate in things related to your interest. You can join a local book club, which won’t necessarily just be filled with older people. You can start participating in a community garden, take a yoga class or volunteer for charity—all of which can put you in touch with a diverse array of new acquaintances. Just don’t be afraid to start participating in the first place.
Solution
The internet is one obvious way you can put yourself out there and meet a diverse group of people. Start by using Facebook to stay connected with people you meet while travelling or through friends. This will give you a group of people you can always hang out with. With an active life on social media, and websites and apps like MeetUp and Bumble BFF, you will always have a chance to connect with like-minded people who can become your close friends.
When you leave college, you leave behind an institution that helped you form some of your most significant friendships. But you don’t leave behind the ability to make friends at all—you just have to mature your way of thinking about it.
Oh, the infamous fuckboi. We wish we could tell you that they’re easy to spot; that they all wear the same Adidas sandals or share a similar hairstyle. Unfortunately for us, the fuckboi is a master of camouflage. It knows how to blend into its surroundings, tricking us into thinking that it’s just a regular “nice” guy, when it’s actually a venomous creature who, before we know it, will end up sleeping with the next girl that walks by. Never fear, collegiettes! We’ve compiled a list of red flags to help you spot them in their natural habitat before it’s too late.
You know he’s fuckboi if…
He has no respect for women
The fuckboi is composed of white male privilege with just a sprinkle of misogyny. He has no respect for women unless it’s physically. If he gives you a compliment, it’s going to be about your appearance, because he’s more interested in your body than your brains. Other than that, he has no regard for your personal strengths and talents as a woman. Aside from disrespecting you, he also has no respect for other women. If you notice him talking down to your friends, bashing on his mom or being rude to a waitress, it’s a sure sign that he’s a problem.
“This guy really wanted to date me,” says Amanda, a junior at Fairfield University. “But whenever I went out with him, I noticed that he was rude to so many women that wouldn’t be considered stereotypically ‘hot.’ He would be super sweet to my blonde, leggy friends and total trash to my friends that were bookish. The same went for women in retail stores or the service industry. It revealed a lot about his character!”
Ladies, if a man is ever judgmental and sexist, you turn the other way and run. A suitable partner is going to have a kind nature and a genuine interest in who you are as a person. Your relationship #goals are not going to involve a fuckboi.
His ego is enormous
You’re probably familiar with the many Instagram mirror selfies of his abs. His favorite conversation topics are bragging about sex or getting drunk. He always looks like he spent more time on his hair than you did. Basically, it’s easy to tell that the fuckboi is all about himself.
“This fuck boy was just so convinced I was in love with him, and we’d never even dated or hooked up,” says Amanda, a sophomore at Marymount University. "He just assumed that everybody thought he was the shit. Goes to show you that fuck boys have the BIGGEST egos.”
It’s pretty common for fuckbois to have an inflated image of just how amazing they are, which is why they end up taking advantage of people. Remember everyone, there is an ocean of difference between being confident and flat out pretentious, and it’s the pretentious ones we want to avoid like the plague.
While he may not be familiar with the concept of hard work, he’s definitely worked hard to make sure that everything goes exactly the way he wants. In his entitled mindset he’s convinced himself he automatically deserves the very best of everything. You said no to meeting up at 2 a.m.? He’ll guilt trip you into it. He’s making a huge mess of his future? Don’t worry, he’ll leave it to his parents to take care of. He’s the master manipulator of life to ensure that he’s consistently successful and popular.
However, the fuckboi is also incredibly fragile. While he may be quick step on people for his happiness, when something doesn’t go his way, he just can’t deal. He will play the victim card, manipulate and seduce his way back to the top of the food chain. Beware, you may be just another pawn in the way of his goals (aka sex, and maybe some wealth and popularity).
His number one priority is sex
You can often find him leering at women. He’ll promise you more and make you feel special, but the fuckboi is strictly into sexual relationships. If he gives you affection it’s only to get pics or a hook-up, and even if your fling ends he will always come crawling back to you whenever he’s horny AF. Not to mention this guy probably has multiple baes and a dating app on his phone.
“A boy that I had been hooking up with for a while brought me back to his room when I got sick one night,” says Emily* a junior at Northwestern University. “Then, once I had passed out, he invited another girl over and they hooked up while I was sleeping on the couch in the same room.”
This is definitely the telltale sign that someone is the ultimate fuckboi. While women are happy, sexual creatures too, these guys take it way too far and make sex into blatant objectification. Avoid sleeping with him, since you’ll just be another woman on the long list who's made that mistake.
This type of guy clearly has an allure since so many women continually fall for him. The signs above may be harder to detect until you’ve actually hooked up with or spent time around him, but if you ask around or even do some social media stalking, his fixation with sex and his inflated ego will soon become obvious. You’re smart, and even his subtle and immediately noticeable flaws or womanizing reputation are a greater hint at the truth you already know: he’s a fuckboi. He will try to charm you with kind words, taking you out, telling you he’s different and acting really fun to be around. Be speculative about the pretty face he puts on.
Don’t feel bad for him. “Fuckboi” may be a pretty harsh word to slam guys with, but there shouldn’t be sympathy for men who walk all over people for sex and personal benefit. The fuckboi is immature and misogynistic, and a complete waste of your time.
Don’t give into his charms. He knows how to be charismatic and endearing, and that’s why the plague of this type of man is currently upon us. Without setting him off, you can distance yourself. You don’t need to answer his texts or sexual solicitations. Don’t get caught up in thinking you can “change” him. No need to check in on him every once in a while to make sure you guys are still “cool.” In fact, you don’t even need to try to be his friend, because that puts you in a position to be taken advantage of. Avoid him all together—it’s for the best. We cannot let the fuckboi be the new romance of our generation.
The 2016 presidential election is the gift that keeps on giving—except nobody wants this gift. In wake of ongoing speculation about Russia's potential involvement in the election, The New York Timesreports that President Donald Trump's son, Donald Trump Jr., was informed about Russia's alleged attempts to aid his father's campaign in an email. And in an even more bizarre twist, Trump Jr. himself posted images of the emails on Twitter on Tuesday.
The email exchange was with British publicist Robert Goldstone, who suggested that Trump Jr. meet with a Russian lawyer who had harmful information on Clinton. "This is obviously very high level and sensitive information but is part of Russia and its government’s support for Mr. Trump,"Goldstone wrote (emphasis ours). "If it’s what you say I love it especially later in the summer," Trump Jr. replied.
While the Times had already reported that Trump Jr. had a meeting with a Kremlin-tied lawyer during the campaign to learn damaging information about Hillary Clinton, the reveal of the actual email could support the theory that the Trump campaign colluded with the Russian government to influence the outcome of the presidential election. Trump Jr.'s lawyer said the president's son "had no knowledge as to what specific information, if any, would be discussed" before going into the meeting. In a statement Sunday, Trump Jr. denied that the meeting actually had any useful information about Clinton, saying "[The lawyer's] statements were vague, ambiguous and made no sense. No details or supporting information was provided or even offered. It quickly became clear that she had no meaningful information." But it's less about what information Trump Jr. got from the meeting, and more about the fact that he knew the information came from the Russian government and was meant to help a certain candidate win.
After the email was reported, Trump Jr. took to twitter to defend himself and said he would be available for congressional investigations.
Obviously I'm the first person on a campaign to ever take a meeting to hear info about an opponent... went nowhere but had to listen. https://t.co/ccUjL1KDEa
Ultimately, it will be up the the Justice Department and the congressional investigators to decide whether or not the meeting and email is significant evidence. But one thing's for sure—U.S. politics are never going back to "normal."
With the release of Lemonade last year, Beyoncé welcomed the world into her (apparently) not-so-perfect marriage to fellow music god JAY-Z. With JAY-Z's latest album, 4:44, which was released June 30, fans are getting an even deeper glimpse into the celebrity marriage by way of the rapper's extremely personal lyrics. According to Cosmopolitan, the rapper is further explaining the meaning of his album in a Tidal video series called "Footnotes."
In the videos, JAY-Z joins other famous men in love (Chris Rock, Jesse Williams, Aziz Ansari, Will Smith and Mahershala Ali) and gets candid about his marriage with Bey, decoding the story behind the lyrics of his new album.
The latest song to be spotlighted in the "Footnotes" series is "4:44." Lyrics include, "Do I find it so hard / When I know in my heart / I'm letting you down every day," and "Took me too long for this song / I don't deserve you."
In the video, JAY-Z says, "This is my real life. I just ran into this place and we built this big, beautiful mansion of a relationship that wasn’t totally built on the 100 percent truth and it starts cracking. Things start happening that the public can see. Then we had to get to a point of 'Okay, tear this down and let’s start from the beginning'…It’s the hardest thing I’ve ever done." It's clear the pair has no problem sharing the intricate workings of their relationship with us.
While celebrities normally try to keep any and all relationship problems out of the public eye, Beyoncé and JAY-Z have welcomed the attention. Maybe we shouldn't know as much as we do about the details of their marriage, but JAY explained why it's necessary for people to know the truth and that real relationships are not perfect. "We just got to a place where in order for this to work, this can’t be fake. Not one ounce. I’m not saying it wasn’t uncomfortable because obviously it was."
For more relationship talk from JAY-Z and others, watch the "Footnotes" series on Tidal.
J.K. Rowling, the Harry Potter author who has made a name for herself as one of the most respected and successful writers in the world, recently admitted in an interview with CNN that the use of her now-iconic pen name wasn't entirely her choice.
In the article, which commemorates the 20th anniversary of Harry Potter, CNN reporter Christiane Amanpour asked Rowling why she chose to use her initials as a pen name. Rowling explained, "Oh, because my publisher, who published Harry Potter, they said to me, we think this is a book that will appeal to boys and girls. And I said, oh, great. And they said, so could we use your initials?"
She went on to say, "Because, basically they were trying to disguise my gender."
Of course the facade didn't last long, as Harry Potter grew in popularity and captured plenty of literary attention. Rowling explained that she was "outed as a woman" when the book won an award and she received a ton of publicity. But why did her gender need to be "outed" in the first place?
As a struggling writer at the time, it appears Rowling didn't have a choice in the matter. She admits, "I quite like J.K. I wouldn't have chosen it…and I wouldn't have chosen it for that reason, either. But I was so grateful to be published, if they told me to call myself Rupert, I probably would have done to be honest with you."
Despite the sexist reason that her pen name is printed on the cover of the books she's written, Rowling has found a bright side to her second identity. "But now, I actually quite like having a pen name, because I feel that's—to an extent, that feels like an identity and then I'm—in private life, I'm Jo Murray. And it feels like quite a nice separation."
Whether she's J.K. Rowling or Jo Murray, this woman is an inspiration both within and beyond the literary world. We can only hope that her success story will lead to future female authors staying true to their identities and writing under their real names.
Any time Selena Gomez or The Weeknd refers to their relationship, I squeal. They're definitely not gushers so it's usually rare that they talk about each other, but I love it nonetheless. According to Cosmopolitan, Selena made the cutest remark about her BF in a recent video and it proves just how happy she is in her relationship.
Selena mentioned The Weeknd in a recent Q&A when a fan asked about her trip to Toronto. After saying that one of her good friends is from Toronto, the singer gave a shout-out to The Weeknd (he's Canadian, in case you didn't know). Mumbling under her breath, Sel quickly added, "And my boyfriend's from there. He's really cute."
Though I'm dying to hear more details about Selena and The Weeknd, I'm happy with this. Tbh, I'm excited for any mention of their relationship, even if it's just a sentence or two!
If you're a '90s kid like most of us are, you probably recognize Vans as the cool, edgy footwear brand all the skater girls wore in middle school. Now, the brand is attempting to break into the athleisure scene with their one of their newest shoe launches, the Iso.
Cute, durable and lightweight, the Iso is one of the first designs to be featured in the whole line, dubbed the UltraRange. Along with the beautifully minimal aesthetic, these shoes offer new patented technology in the form of UltraCush Lite midsole compounds to keep wearers comfortable, plus seamless LuxLiner construction which helps to "reduce weight, rubbing, and hotspots." Built with mobility in mind, the whole range is perfect for quick trips to the park, as well as day-long ventures out.
Thanks to social media, everyday people can suddenly be thrust into the limelight faster than ever before for all sorts of reasons. Activists, musical cover artists, makeup gurus and models all join the ranks of Hollywood’s acting elite and record label royalty. Aside from their career and artistic achievements (which of course we should celebrate), some young female celebrities are quietly creating unique and distinct styles that deserve to be noted. Check out some celebrities you should look to for inspiration the next time you find yourself hopelessly staring at your closet.
1. Rowan Blanchard
Known for her role on Disney Channel’s Girl Meets World (as Cory and Topanga’s daughter!), this 15-year-old actress-turned-advocate has given speeches at the United Nations and the Women’s March, as well as been a vocal educator on intersectionality in feminism.
All the while, she has come into her own as a style icon as well. A unique mix of vintage and futuristic, her red carpet looks are especially fashion forward. Draw inspiration from her if you can’t figure out the balance between quirky and cute.
While we know and love Shay for her work on Pretty Little Liars, she’s even cooler off camera. From her fitness routine to her optimistic attitude to her travel adventures, she is definitely all around goals. On top of all of that, Shay also has killer fashion sense.
“She’s great for inspiration especially for the summer season and festival style,” says Madison Valine, a rising sophomore at Baylor University. “Throughout her travels she has collected different worldwide styles.”
To add an exotic flair to your everyday style, look to Shay’s bold color choices. She also knows how to slay an indie romper look or throw together a jean shorts outfit that is simple yet fashion forward.
3. Yara Shahidi
For clean-cut style with a bold detail, accessory or color thrown in every now and then, look to actress and activist Yara Shahidi. She knows how to rock the basics, like a white tee, but can also make graphic tees and sequins work together for a stand-out look.
“I like Yara Shahidi because she does a lot with interesting color and shape combinations and has a really fun sense of style,” says Addie Donaher, a rising sophomore at Notre Dame. “Also, she is a Harvard-bound activist.”
Not to mention, her collar game is on point.
4. Emma Stone
One of Hollywood’s resident funny girls, Emma Stone can not only deliver an Oscar-worthy performance, but also pull off playful fashion choices. Much like her personality, her clothes are never boring.
“I also love Emma Stone's style,” says Meg Thompson, a rising sophomore at the University of Kansas. “She goes for sweet and elegant, yet fashion-forward and unique.”
Emma isn’t afraid to experiment with different silhouettes and lengths, and is a great inspiration source for someone looking to mix sweetly feminine with bold menswear lines or keep things classic and fashionable with fun details like color or sparkle.
5. Jennifer Lawrence
Another Oscar-winning girl-next-door, J-Law uses her fashion choices to channel her inner ultra laid back gal. She keeps things cool and modern while looking like a vintage Hollywood starlet on the red carpet, but her street style of simple white tops and denim screams “cool girl who lives down the hall that you want to befriend.”
“I love Jennifer Lawrence’s casual style,” says Hayley Burgess. “My style is a mix of Madewell and Urban Outfitters without being obnoxiously hipster, so I like how Jennifer balances trends with classic pieces.”
She can rock a bold blazer or a pin-up style two-piece set, so check out Jennifer Lawrence for fresh ways to wear pieces you already own.
6. Chrissy Teigen
Her Twitter clapback game is always on point, not to mention her wildly successful cookbook and the fact that she and John Legend have the relationship most of of us can only dream of. But to top it off, her red carpet looks and everyday outfits are always fashion forward but wearable.
“Chrissy Teigen's confident personality mixed with her casual fashion sense makes me look to her as a fashion inspiration as well as a personal inspiration,” says Kat Mediavilla, a rising sophomore at Kansas State University.
In particular, look to Chrissy’s fashion choices for menswear inspired looks. She can make a blazer or collared button down look sexy yet sophisticated, and her shoe game is flawless (seriously is she always in heels?)
7. Ashley Nell Tipton
Although she won Project Runway season 14, Ashley Nell Tipton’s personal style is vastly underrated. The fashion designer is transforming the clothing game for plus sized women all while embracing her own sense of self. Along with her fun, flirty and affordable pieces, we can also try to rock her confidence.
“She knows how to make clothes that complement the body of a person no matter their body type,” says Catherine Markley, a rising sophomore at the University of Notre Dame. “She specializes in creating clothes for plus size women and her work is inspiring."
Ashley takes closet staples like striped tees and sundresses and adds her own style by layering or accessorizing. She especially knows how to rock a traditional leather jacket in an unconventional way or add fun florals to any outfit.
Although she’s only fifteen years old, this Disney Channel star is already supported by iconic brands like Marc Jacobs, Alice and Olivia, and stylist Apuje Kalu. She uses fashion as an artform to express herself and make bold choices.
Skai know how to work with denim, and can even rock a full denim on denim outfit. If you’re stuck on how to wear that jean jacket this summer, look no further than her recent photoshoot with 360 Magazine. Check out her red carpet style for gorgeous dresses with intricate details, but if you’re more into a jeans and hoodie look, somehow she can pull off a vintage pullover and make it look flawless.
She may be young and fresh on the fashion scene, but she’s not afraid to take risks.
New to the Hollywood scene as Riverdale’s Veronica Lodge, her character pulls of Holly Golightly inspired/New York classic fashion choices every episode. But she’s also come into her own with her own sense of style outside of the CW show.
Her personal style, like her Riverdale alter ego’s, is classic, clean and simple. For black and white color schemes, bold stripes, and clean silhouettes, look no further.
Kim Kardashian taking to Snapchat to share a selfie is definitely nothing new - but when one Twitter user thought they saw something kind of shady in her Snapchat story on Tuesday, Kim was quick to shut it down, because she's not here for your wild rumors.
According to People a now-deleted Twitter account posted a screenshot of Kim's otherwise totally average selfie and circled what appears to be white powder on the table in the background, writing, "Ohhhhhh @KimKardashian caught out with cocaine .. durtayyyy.”
As someone who has previously made it clear in the past that she doesn't drink or use drugs, Kim was not happy - and promptly responded to clear things up with a very "duh" explanation that was enough to make the troll delete their account entirely.
I do not play with rumors like this so I'm gonna shut it down real quick. That's sugar from our candy mess from dylan's candy shop https://t.co/oICdPQVi8d
— Kim Kardashian West (@KimKardashian) July 11, 2017
Considering Kim and her two kiddos are known to be huge fans of Dylan's (as in, they've reportedly dropped $200 there in one visit), this seems like a pretty plausible explanation. Not to mention the fact, that, um, we're pretty sure she's a seasoned enough Snapchatter to know a thing or two about being careful about what she posts for her millions of followers to see.
These days, style icons like Gigi Hadid are trading their heels for sneakers more often than not. The Stan Smith by Adidas has proved itself a staple of the fashion world a thousand times over, but now the classic design we all know and love is getting a bit of a makeover. A sock makeover, to be specific.
In keeping up with the athleisure movement, the brand has reworked the typical leather upper for one made out of Adidas' PrimeKnit material, giving it that cozy, sock-like aesthetic. On the back, a stark black leather logo is attached. As of now, the shoe only comes in the brand's trademark hue, Wonder Pink.
Currently, the Shock PrimeKnit is only available on Adidas' Australian site but is expected to make its debut stateside very soon, along with a full range of colors. We need a pair immediately.
The opinions expressed in this article are the author's own and do not reflect the views of Her Campus.
By Nicole Masaki
When you look at political leaders of North America, there’s really no comparing Donald Trump to Justin Trudeau. While it may be difficult to evaluate the structural make up of Canada’s government compared to that of the United States, we can still consider where President Trump and Prime Minister Trudeau stand on issues. Let’s look at a recent area of major interest: the Paris Climate Agreement. Initially, former President Obama signed it and so did Prime Minister Trudeau. However, Donald Trump backed out of the Climate Agreement soon after he began his presidency. Many U.S. citizens were outraged at Trump’s apparent lack of accountability or care for the environment, as well as a of representation for the people. Despite Trump's decision, Trudeau remained in the agreement.
But what does this actually mean for Canadian citizens? First of all, it shows that their country’s leader actually cares about the environment and the role Canada plays in contributing to greenhouse gases. However, the information outlined in the Paris Agreement is not being strictly enforced–they simply serve as goals for countries in the hopes that they will take a more active role in their contribution to global climate change. While Trudeau did sign on, there is still so much hypocrisy surrounding it. In fact, since November 2016, Trudeau has even authorized the construction of two different pipelines aimed to help Alberta take on a more prominent place in the global oil market. On top of that, Trudeau has claimed that there is no conflict between increasing production and growth of the tar sand industry and efforts to tackle climate change. Are you kidding? Prime Minister Trudeau, you can’t claim to be pro-environment and then promote environmentally harmful industries like tar sands and oil pipelines.
Following the election of Trump, Trudeau tweeted that those banned under Trump’s Muslim travel ban were welcome in Canada because diversity makes them strong. But what power does a tweet actually have? If I tweeted at Prime Minister Trudeau that I was facing persecution under Trump's regime for being a woman, would he reply with a message like, “Sure, come to Canada!” and that would be all I’d need to immigrate to Canada? No. I would still need to fill out all of the necessary forms and pass all of the necessary tests. I can’t just up and move to Canada for fun. After a brief look online at the Canadian Immigration website it would help if I had a Canadian Job offer or received some kind of education in Canada or even if I had immediate family to sponsor me. However, I have none of these so it would be still a long and difficult process. If you’re looking to escape from war or other serious political unrest, this extensive process could take far too long to complete. It's great to show support for marginalized groups, but if you can’t take the steps to make it easier for said groups to enter your country, tweeting about your support does little–if anything–to help.
Trudeau is the darling of the internet. With his Pride socks and charming smile, it's easy to see him as the politician we all crave. However image is much different than policy. And when discussing Trudeau we need to look beyond what he puts on social media into his actual actions, and judge him based on action rather than adorableness.
Overall, Canada has been known for being a more progressive country than the United States. Whether it be universal health care, rights for marginalized groups orgestures by their political leader in support of LGBTQ+ Pride, Americans seem to constantly glamorize Canada. However, a majority of these things happened before Trudeau became Prime Minister in 2015. The real measure of a political leader’s progressive policies are in how they continue to help a country grow and improve after being elected, not in their ability to keep current liberal policies.
It's important to live in the moment, but when you're in college, it's easy to forget how special these four years really are. Here are 21 things we take for granted during our college years because we sometimes forget the best years of our lives won't last forever.
1. Being surrounded 24/7 by people almost exclusively within your age group
Everyone is just so young and beautiful.
2. Living with your best friends
3. Being able to sleep in late whenever you get the chance
What is waking up before noon on a weekday?
4. But also pulling all-nighters whenever you need or want to
5. Having somewhere fun to party every single weekend
6. The freedom of being independent but without all of the adult responsibilities
Paying bills sounds way too complicated.
7. Napping all the time
8. Being in the student section for football games
9. Starting to drink on Wednesday…or Tuesday…or Monday
10. Wearing sweatpants and comfy clothes because that's a perfectly acceptable daily wardrobe
11. A constantly thriving dating and hookup scene
12. Attending activities on campus for free or reduced prices
13. Everyone's down to make new friends and meet new people
14. Living on a beautiful campus that you get to call home
15. Eating whatever you want whenever you want because the food options are just SO good
16. Being a part of special clubs, sports or organizations that won’t exist for you after you graduate
17. Building your own schedule just the way you like it
18. Being able to take classes to learn about new topics you’re genuinely interested in
19. Having time to experiment and decide what you really want to do with your adult life before it fully starts
Time is on your side…for now.
20. Having every day be new and exciting with endless possibilities
21. Basically you take everything for granted
Because four years seems like so long, but it'll go by way too fast.
Larry Nassar, the former doctor for the USA Gymnastics team who has been accused of sexual assault by over 100 women, has plead guilty to charges for posession of child pornography - but his plea deal means that he could avoid criminal charges for sexual assault.
The Washington Post reports that U.S. attorneys will recommend a 22-27 year sentence for Nassar for the three charges related to posession of child pornography after the FBI found over 37,000 images and videos of child pornography on hard drives in his home.
However, in exchange for his admission of guilt to these three charges the attorneys will not pursue charges related to, "interstate/international travel with intent and engaging in illicit sexual conduct in foreign places," which is kind of a huge problem considering many of the alleged incidents of sexual assault likely occurred overseas at international competitions like the Olympics and World Gymnastics Championships. Nassar can now only be tried on state charges for alleged abuse that occurred in the state of Michigan
Attorney John Manly, who represents the 100-plus female gymnasts who have accused Nassar of sexual abuse, called the plea deal "outrageous," telling NBC News, "My clients feel betrayed."
Nassar was the team doctor at USA Gymnastics for two decades before he was fired in 2015 due to "athlete concerns." USA Gymnastics has since hired former federal prosecutor Deborah Daniels to look into the organization's failure to prevent and report sexual abuse.
"The doctor they assigned to treat me betrayed my trust," Jeanette Antolin, a former national team member from 1995 to 2000 said in a statement to NBC on Tuesday. "Now the Federal Government is giving him a free pass for his alleged assaults on me and many other child athletes. That’s not justice."
If you're anything like me, your Chipotle addiction is already out of hand - but get ready to spend even more of your life savings there, because the Mexican chain has announced that it is officially going to offer queso.
No, this is not a drill: USA Today reports that Chipotle debuted a bunch of new menu items Tuesday at its 'Next Kitchen' location in New York City - and queso is one of them. While it's not available anywhere aside from their test location at the moment, if you're in NYC, do us all a favor and go try some, because the restaurant has said that the popularity of queso at Next Kitchen will determine whether it becomes a permanent offering on the menu.
"Queso is something that’s been requested from us for many, many years. Pretty much since we started,” Chipotle Chief Marketing Officer Mark Crumpacker told USA Today. But of course, Chipotle wanted to make sure it offered one that met its no additives, preservatives or colors standards - and luckily they've finally found a recipe that fits the rules.
If you’re an ambitious student, chances are you’re preparing for college in whatever ways you can. This means reading books, doing research about various majors, discovering what your passions are, and, of course, taking Advanced Placement (AP) classes. AP classes are usually designed to help you succeed in a college classroom by imitating college-level coursework with advanced assignments and lectures. It’s difficult to say which specific AP classes you should take, as every school and student is different, but there are a few key factors everyone should consider when making this decision. We talked to current college students to get real input about their experiences taking AP classes so you’ll have a better understanding of what to look for when choosing yours.
1. Your teacher could make or break your experience
Almost all former AP students agree that the teacher makes all the difference in your success. It all comes down to whether or not you feel prepared for the final AP exam at the end of the course. Every student at every school receives the same exam, which may remind you of the ACTs or SAT. This is why it’s crucial that your teacher gives you enough time and information to succeed on them, as their students’ scores reflect on their teaching ability, too. AP exams are graded on a 5-point scale, and depending on the college or your desired major, typically scores of 3 or higher are accepted for college credit. This may seem simple enough, but these exams are tough if you don’t put in the effort ahead of time.
Sarah Madaus, a junior at Temple University, said that she took AP Psychology, AP Language & Composition and AP U.S. Government for college credit. “I got to skip out on 3 GenEds, which is actually pretty good,” she said. “They were definitely worth taking, but make sure your teacher is good, because the tests are super hard and you can't get credit if you don't get at least a 3 (or 4).”
Knowing the reputation of your teacher will help you understand what to expect out of the class. The ultimate goal of taking AP classes, besides expanding your knowledge, is usually to get college credit. This goes hand in hand with getting a good score on the exam. Make sure you have a teacher who will help you succeed.
2. Your school might not offer the AP classes you want to take
Every high school is different when it comes to how many AP classes they offer students. Some offer as little as five, while others have over thirty.
Even though you may not be able to skip out entirely on certain college classes, getting to take more advanced ones your freshman year will help set you apart from other students, too. Also, if your high school doesn't offer the AP class you want to take, you can still take the exam and potentially get college credit later. You just have to self-study by using workbooks, textbooks and online resources. You could even try to get independent study credit from your high school.
3. The workload may be more than you want to take on
When it comes down to which AP classes are worth your time, it helps to know what you see yourself pursuing in the future. Again, not everyone knows what they want to major in this early on. If you strongly like learning about certain subjects, though, then these advanced classes are for you. If you’re taking them simply with the hopes of skipping ahead in college, you might want to think twice.
Many AP classes require a lot of reading, like AP Lit and AP U.S. History, and they will take up a lot of your time. Samantha Burke, a recent graduate of Siena College, agrees.
“I took AP Environmental and AP U.S. Gov. I almost took AP U.S. History but I dropped out of it because the workload was more than was worth it to me—the amount of reading was insane,” she said. “If you know what your major is going to be, I'd say take APs that actually count towards core credits.”
Nobody wants to spend their time putting that much effort into a subject they have little interest in if they don’t have to. Sometimes sticking to college Gen Ed classes is smarter than taking an AP class in high school, especially if you don’t enjoy your teacher or subject matter.
“I felt like AP World History wasn't that useful, mainly because the subject matter wasn't of much interest to me,” said Kristen Adaway, a senior at the University of Georgia. “There was a TON of reading!” Every class is different, and every teacher views homework differently, but AP classes are generally more work than others so factor that in when planning your weekly schedules.
4. Your future college might not give you credit for the class
This is a harsh reality that many students don’t realize until after they’ve taken the AP exam. As stated above, the exam is scored on a 5 point scale and usually scores of 3 or more are accepted for college credit. This is why you want to be sure you have all the tools and guidance you need to succeed on the exam, because your final score matters greatly.
Lexi Hill, a senior at the University of South Carolina, was lucky enough to get college credit for her scores. “I took AP Psych, AP Gov, and AP Art History! I got a 3 or above on them and they all counted toward college credits,” she said.
Rachna Shah, a freshman at Dartmouth, had lots of options to choose from and took 14 AP courses. “My school offered 30+ AP classes.” she said. “None of them will allow me to get college credit, but I will be able to take more advanced classes starting in the fall. Most of them were worth it—e.g. AP Econ and AP Lit especially—though some were more busywork.”
If you know which colleges you are considering, you could reach out to an admissions officer or do research online ahead of time to figure out which AP classes they accept. This may be too far in the future for some students, but if you’re one of the rare ones who knows exactly what they want to do with their life, take advantage of the AP classes that will help push you further towards your goal.
Many colleges do recognize the effort it takes to succeed on these exams and are willing to offer college credit, but you may want to do some research before you commit to an AP class. It never hurts to challenge yourself in the classroom, but it’s important to first ask yourself what you wish to get out of the class and then go from there.
AP classes are a great way to experience a taste of college work, and many teachers pride themselves on helping their students receive high AP exam scores, but they do take up your time and effort. It’s difficult to say which classes are worth your time, but it’s important to talk to others at your school who have already taken AP classes to get their input. Just remember, it really depends on the dedication of your teacher, the amount of effort you’re willing to put in, and what you plan to achieve by taking AP classes. No matter what, you have to figure out what’s best for you now and what will help you succeed in the future. Cheers!
As kids, we were taught that we could be anything we wanted to be when we grew up. A princess? Done. A neurosurgeon? Done. The world was ours and anything was possible—at least in our imaginations. Hopefully, we maintained those dreams as we started planning our futures. Maybe it’s deciding what major we want to study in school or scoring a dream internship—either way, it all starts with a single plan. But what happens if what you want suddenly changes? Her Campus gives you the inside scoop on whether or not it really is ever too late to change career paths.
Sarah Kaufman, an alumna of Bucknell University, recalls that when she was a freshman, she intended on being an English major. “Throughout my four years at school, I literally changed my major six different times,” she says. Sarah graduated with a major in biology and is heading to medical school in the fall. “Even just three years ago I had a totally different idea of what I wanted to do with my life,” she says. Because of the flexibility of her school, she was able to explore an extremely wide variety of classes and majors.
Sarah isn’t alone in her indecisive experience. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, about 80 percent of students in the United States end up changing their major at least once. And on average, college students change their major at least three times over the course of their college career. That’s a lot of different career options.
You may be wondering how you graduate on time after changing your career path so many times, but at most schools, you don’t have to declare your major until the end of your fourth semester of college. Liana Cooper, an academic advisor at the University of Michigan, explains that changing majors is typical because within the first two years of school, students have plenty of opportunities to try out classes within different majors. “If a student takes four classes per semester for two years, they will have 16 different opportunities to explore different classes and majors. By their junior year, they should have a solid foundation of classes to make a decision about a major they want to stick with.”
For many students, your only choice in figuring out what you want to do after college is through work experience outside of school, especially if you aren’t interested in a specific major. One of the biggest misconceptions about gaining work experience through internships and job shadowing is that it is just limited to undergraduates.
Cooper believes that once you graduate, spending two years trying out different internships and jobs is totally normal. “Although it may seem like you have to know what you want to do right after you graduate, there is no harm in taking your time to figure it out,” she explains. “Having professional experience under your belt, no matter what the industry, makes you a better candidate for any type of job, whether it’s a year from now or 10 years from now.” So if you were worried about your degree defining your future path, think again.
Laura Blum, a 1987 graduate of Cornell University, believes that it is never too late to change your mind about what you want to do, but it does come at a cost. “When I was 22, I thought that I wanted to be a lawyer. I spent so many years of my life thinking that that’s what I wanted, but in reality, if you look at my life right now, I am doing nothing of that sort.” Laura didn’t realize what she wanted to do with her life—be an athletic trainer—until she was 35, and by then she was still paying off her student debt. “I don’t regret following my heart and changing my plans, but it is important to understand that there are consequences,” says Blum.
So although it really is never too late to change your career path, whether you are 19 or 90, it is important to think carefully about what you want to do as soon as possible. “It’s not like changing my mind to be a trainer was that big [of] a deal but I do feel as though I wasted a lot of time,” Blum recalls. “If I hadn’t been so scared of changing my major in college or trying out a physical therapy internship, I could have found my passion much earlier.”
There is no hard deadline in life for deciding what career you want. You could be 57 years old and going to medical school for the first time, like Clarence Nicodemus did. Or you could know what you want to do at the age of 13. Either way, as long as you are happy and doing what you love, it doesn’t matter when you find your dream career, even if you do hit some obstacles along the way.
As a college student on a tight budget, I'm always looking for ways to keep my skin healthy and happy without shelling out all my cash to big name products. Pinterest is typically the place I go for DIY inspiration galore, but in the midst of all those phony "miracle" mask recipes, it can be hard to find something that actually warrants the hype. To save you the trouble, I've scoured the web for the best (and simplest) facials you can make with stuff you probably already have in your home! Happy masking!
All you need for this simple facial is a few tablespoons of plain Greek yogurt and a probiotic capsule. Yogurt is an excellent moisturizer on its own, but did you know it can also soothe sunburns?
Clay masks are super fun to apply and watch dry! Mix together bentonite clay powder, witch hazel, turmeric and coconut oil to create this pore shrinking, skin clearing machine.
College campuses are known for being hotbeds of social change. In June, undocumented college students in Texas protested a law that allowed racial profiling. More than 100 Notre Dame students left their own graduation to protest Vice President Mike Pence's speech. Hundreds of thousands of women, many of them young, formed the Women's March on Washington, which inspired us to keep the momentum afterwards to protest gender equality. In the past year, students have raised money for Planned Parenthood, organized a protest instead of taking a final, and protested speakers who they felt didn't represent the values of their schools.
But college students aren't all the same—some voted for Trump and want safe spaces on campus to express their conservative views. One millennial feminist told us why she voted for Trump, while another college student feels sad about voting for Trump because of backlash she's faced. It's safe to say there are a lot of mixed feelings about the status quo and what college students should be trying to change. That's why we want to hear from you about activism on your campus. Have you participated in protests, rallies or walk-outs? How do you feel about the current political movements and causes? Take this survey, and be sure to check back soon to see what your peers say about these important issues.
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