You probably know the feeling of scrolling through your favorite online store when you definitely shouldn't be. As soon as you click "complete purchase" on that blouse that looked SO cute on the model, you wish you could take it back. Ladies, we've all been there. 

However, today is #blessed day because Icebox, created by Finder.com, actually stops you from impulse buying! We need this, like, now. Icebox is a Chrome plugin that replaces the "Buy Now" button on some of the most popular commerce sites, allowing you instead to "Put it on Ice" for a cooling period. You won't be able to buy the product for 30 days, but that's so helpful for those of who struggle determine if we really need the product. After the waiting period, you may find you don't even want it anymore!

Finder.com conducted a study this past July and found that about 88 percent of Americans make impulse buys, and about 64 percent of them do this at least once a month.  "When having the urge to buy something, by putting it on ice you can be confident in your decision when the waiting time is up. Reduce the likelihood of regret and stretch your dollar further," Finder.com Consumer Advocate Jennifer McDermot explains. 

Basically, unless you're looking for something specific, maybe it's time to put some items on ice. Just wait and see how much you save each month! 

One of the hot cops from the Gainesville Police Department’s viral selfie is currently under fire, both from his department and from the public, for offensive jokes he allegedly posted to his Facebook account.

The Gainesville Sun received screenshots of Facebook posts where Officer Michael Hamill, 28, made jokes about Jews and dealing with those who abuse government resources “the Hitler way” on his personal page.

Pictured left to right: Officer Nordman, Officer Hamill, and Officer Rengering

Hamill, along with Officers Nordman and Rengering, went viral after taking a selfie during their Hurricane Irma relief efforts. CBS News reports the post was shared almost 300,000 times and was flooded with comments from women who found them good-looking, or as one commenter called them, “hunkapotumuses.”

Things quickly turned sour when Hamill's old Facebook posts, which he posted before joining the GPD, resurfaced earlier this week.

The first distasteful joke to surface was made in April 2013 and read, “Who knew that reading Jewish jokes before I go to bed would not only make me feel better about myself but also help me to sleep better as well? Here is one for everybody, ‘What’s the difference between boy scouts and Jews? Anybody know? Well it is because ‘Boy Scouts come back from their camps.’”

Someone who commented on the original post called the joke “messed up,” to which Hamill replied, “u don’t like it? Don’t read it then.”

But the scandal didn’t stop there. Another post of Hamill’s surfaced shortly after, once again putting Hamill in the spotlight, this time for his apparent neo-Nazism rather than his good looks, according to the New York Post.

“So I find it funny that people will talk about how our government needs to do something about our economy and in reality it’s YOU who needs to stop taking advantage of our system and get a life and do something with your life,” Hamill wrote in the 2011 Facebook post. “Gotta love reality when it hits you in the face. Stupid people annoy me. Put them in an oven and deal with them the Hitler way. Haha.”

GPD spokesman Ben Tobias said the department is reviewing a complaint lodged against Hamill for his anti-Semitic and neo-Nazi comments. Tobias said in a statement acquired by the Sun that the case information is confidential until their investigation is finished.

“The Gainesville Police Department prides itself with our philosophy and mission of compassion, inclusion, and respect and will fully review the matter,” Tobias stated.

Hamill has been with the GPD since 2016, but it has yet to be seen if he will be continuing his work there after this scandal.

Growing up, you probably made slime at least a time or two as part of a science class or just as a fun home-experiment. All you had to do was take some Elmer's glue, borax, and water, and mix it all together to create the gooey, stretchy substance. Maybe you even took the opportunity to sell the slime to your classmates for some easy cash. But as one third-grade teacher hilariously documented, things can quickly go downhill if your school decides to ban the slime-selling business.

Rather than hang their heads in defeat, a group of fourth graders decided to revolt against the administration by reviving the slime market in the school's bathroom in what New York Magazine called an "underground slime ring" of epic proportions.

A third grade teacher at the school gave a play by play of the rise and fall of the enterprise on Twitter, so settle down, ladies and gents, because this one is wild from start to finish.

The teacher later clarified how the whole ring came tumbling down (and it's worthy of a Law and Order episode): One customer got caught with her slime and snitched on her dealers. 

The teacher also made sure to specify that the slime ring didn't actually get the girls in trouble. Instead, they just got a call home because they aren't supposed to be building business empires on school grounds. 

The girls may have gotten caught at the end, but they fought the good fight for as long as they could —and the internet loves them for it now.

Growing up, you may have felt like adults were always around to guide you and help you make difficult decisions: teachers in the classroom, coaches on the field and your parents at home. Once you enter college, you’ll face so many new experiences and situations that you may be left asking yourself, “Who’s here to help me now?” Luckily, even in college, you’re still surrounded by adults and experts willing to offer a helping hand, although they may not be as obvious as your earlier sources of guidance. These advisors are often referred to as mentors. Finding the right mentor and developing a relationship with him or her offers many advantages and potential opportunities for a collegiette.

We talked to career experts and a recent graduate to get the low-down on all things mentorship: who mentors are, where to find them and how they can benefit you.

What is a mentor?

A mentorship is a relationship in which a more experienced or knowledgeable individual acts as a trusted advisor to someone with less experience. The relationship is typically long-term and focused on supporting the growth and development of the mentee.

A mentor-mentee relationship can take place on many levels and in different situations, but in college it is typically academic- or career-related. A mentor may give you direction when deciding on an academic path in college as well as preparing for post-college plans, such as attending graduate school or finding your first job.

Why should I have a mentor?

A mentor can have an incredible impact on the life of a student, both career-wise and on a personal level. Your mentor has gone through similar stages to those that you are currently going through, so he or she can offer first-hand advice of what worked or what he or she would have done differently. Mentors can offer better perspective when it comes to making career related decisions, such as what summer internship you should apply for or what elective classes would be relevant to you in the future.

“It is invaluable to have access to someone who has insight and hindsight regarding the career path you are pursuing,” says Barbara Zito, a career development specialist for the University Career Services office at Rutgers University. “It’s the closest thing to having a crystal ball to see the future: You have an idea that if you do X and Y, then Z might happen.”

There is no one way a mentorship has to look. Feel free to tailor the mentor/mentee relationship to fit what you specifically want to get out of it. A mentor can be that sounding board, support system, voice of clarity or extra boost of confidence we all need sometimes! 

Having one mentor in college can lead to having many mentors down the road as they introduce you to other professionals (and maybe even potential employers!) in the field.

Who should I look for to be my mentor?

Having an abundance of professionals with more experience than you on college campuses, it is important to narrow down your search for the right mentor for you.

“When we help our college women build the confidence they need to network and build powerful relationships we tell them to seek mentors that are powerful, bold and consistently stepping into her personal power,” explains Rachael Bozsik. Bozsik is the CEO and founder of The Brand Girls, a workshop and sisterhood focused on empowering the next generation of women. “There is such power in modeling (mimicking the behavior and the actions of someone you would like to be like someday) you will want to seek a mentor who you admire and want to follow closely in their footsteps.”

Thomas Dezell, author and professional career advisor, recommends pursuing a mentorship with “an individual who is established and knowledgeable in a field you want to pursue a career in. Ideally, he or she should be at a supervisory level, having advanced in that field and seen others who have also done so.” With such first- and second- hand experience, the mentor can give insight into what skills or experience are most valued in said field.

What qualities should I look for in a mentor?

In addition to experience, there are certain characteristics that can make someone a good mentor. “Above all, a mentor should be someone with whom you feel comfortable having a conversation,” explains Zito. “If you’re overly intimidated by that person’s job title or experience level, then you’ll feel awkward talking to them, let alone asking important questions about next steps in your career search.”

Try to email or meet with several mentor candidates to feel out if your personalities, values, and ways of interacting are a good match.

Related: 6 Surefire Ways to Stand Out at Any Conference or Networking Event

Where can I go to find a mentor?

With a schedule full of classes, a job, extracurriculars, weekly errands and, oh yeah, having a social life, adding “find a mentor” to the to-do list can seem daunting. But many potential mentors can be found working at the places you go to every day!

“I made an appointment at my school’s Career and Academic Planning Office to have my resume reviewed. The advisor I met with noticed my psychology major and mentioned she had just talked to a professor starting a research lab the next semester in a field I was interested in pursuing,” said Jenny, a recent graduate from James Madison University. “I probably never would have heard of this opportunity or professor without that meeting, and I ended up working with him for my next three years of college. He assisted in re-defining my passions and opened doors for other experiences down the road.”

Mentors can be found in the classroom in the form of graduate and teacher assistants, or professors who followed a career path you’re interested in pursuing. Many students with on- or off-campus jobs find a mentor in a boss or older co-worker.

In addition, you can join extracurricular activities, professional organizations or school-organized mentorship programs, as well as attend networking events and seminars to meet professionals that you may want to connect with later on.  “Another plus about finding potential mentors through associations is that they can focus on advising you on ways to enhance your career toward your field,” says Dezell, who believes this approach gives a more comprehensive, holistic outlook. “A mentor within the company you work at, while very beneficial, is more likely to advise you on how you can advance your career to the benefit of that company.”

Don’t hesitate to reach out to advisors specific to your major who may be able to guide your search for a mentor by suggesting certain professors to meet with or associations (think your school’s business fraternity, or pre-professional health clubs) to become a member of.

How do I ask someone to be my mentor?

Now that you’ve found someone you’re interested in forming a mentorship with, the big question is how you officially start this relationship.

“You should never formally "ask" someone "Will you be my mentor?", recommends Bozsik.“You want this relationship to feel powerful on both sides not an obligation to the individual.” Instead, the best approach is to ask the potential mentor if they have some time to meet with you and answer a few questions. Bozsik advises asking the individual out to coffee or lunch, and start by learning about their past/current role while showing you’ve done your research and making connections between their path and the path you hope to take. When ending this meeting, it is imperative to “have a call to action - create a plan to meet again or how you will continue the conversation. We tell our college clients at The Brand Girls to create a networking excel document where they track their conversations, dates and notes - you should be in touch with your potential mentors at a minimum of every other month.” 

While it may seem intimidating, confusing or just like extra work, college campuses are chockfull of potential mentors and opportunities to meet them. Having a mentor during your college career provides unique guidance and advice when facing those all too important (and sometimes difficult) decisions. You’ll be reaping the benefits of this relationship long after graduation, eventually thanking your college self for putting yourself out there and creating such an important relationship.

Tired of going to your usual “sorority squat” and “skinny arm” pose during group pics? Here are a few adorable group picture ideas for you and your sorority sisters to try during your next photo shoot!

1. Throw what you know!

2. Get some glitter involved.

3. Here's a wall sit we wouldn't mind doing. 

4. Your sisters have always got your back—including piggyback rides.

5. Colorful tank tops are perfect for a rainbow pic.

6. Make the ultimate ombre lineup with your sisters.

7. Sisters on sisters on sisters!

8. Blow everyone away with this cute confetti...

9. ...or these bubbles!

10. Balloons are the perfect accessory for a beautiful and unique group photo!

11. Show everyone the size of you and your sisters' hearts.

12. Don't be afraid to turn your backs to the camera.

13. Are you even in a sorority if you don't have a pic with your sisters lying in a perfect circle?

What really goes on during sorority pledging? While many collegiettes have gone through it, some who haven’t been in a sorority have no idea what the process is like. Luckily, Her Campus got the lowdown on what really happens in the life of a sorority pledge. Check it out!

Time Commitment

Pledging a sorority involves many different activities and meetings, many of which are mandatory. This means that for most collegiettes, pledging ends up being a huge time commitment.

New members spend a lot of time learning about the different aspects of their sorority. By the end of the pledging period, they’re expected to not only know about their sorority’s mission and values, but also about all of its current members.

“We had to learn literally everything,” explains Laura*, a collegiette at the University of North Carolina. “It was so dumb because none of that ever came up again, and I don’t think it served to bind us together in any way. We had to learn the history of the sorority, the dinner prayers, names of national leaders, etc.” 

Many sororities even have a sort of final entrance exam on what they’ve learned. Some sororities will expect pledges to learn miscellaneous facts about the sorority and its members and will be quizzed on them.

“We learned lots of history, for the most part,” says Hyanna from New York University. “We [had] weekly quizzes on PowerPoints about our sorority.”

Along with the time pledges spend learning about their sororities, they’re typically also expected to attend a multitude of other events such as mandated study times, weekly meetings and other social activities.

“We bonded with the sorority as a whole through sisterhood activities like letter making or sewing shirts... watching movies in our suite or painting nails, mandatory Greek Life events, and just hanging out outside of sorority,” explains Victoria*, a student at a small, private school in West Virginia.

Abigail, a Zeta Tau Alpha sister at Salisbury University, explains that the time commitment made the new member process special for her.

“I know my new member experience was time-consuming in a lot of ways, but I feel like that's what brought my pledge class closer together,” she says. “Once you spend eight weeks straight with a group of people, they really do become family, and it's a time I wouldn't trade for the world.” 

However, for some pledges, the time commitment can be overwhelming.

“For me, pledging was like taking an extra class,” explains Laura. “I had to spend a ton of time not only at the house but also getting back and forth across campus from my dorm and back. I eventually ended up dropping my sorority because the time commitment was too much for me.”

Hazing

Hazing forces pledges to participate in activities that are specifically designed to make them uncomfortable in some way, and it can lead to dangerous outcomes.

Hazing does still happen in some sororities, but more and more schools are cracking down on it. Many colleges have zero-tolerance hazing policies and also use other methods to prevent it. For example, the University of Alabama has a hotline where students can notify the school of hazing violations. Last fall, the University cancelled all pledging activities after a number of anonymous phone calls.

“I had a really great experience with my pledging process,” says Meghan, a Delta Gamma sister at the University of Rochester. “Delta Gamma nationally has a strong anti-hazing process, but when I first went through, I was skeptical; I thought all sororities had to haze. I went in a little hesitant and nervous about when the hazing would start, but it truly never did. Instead of forcing us to do things together, our pledge moms created really fun events for us that made us naturally want to be together.”

Brooke*, a collegiette at a small private school in Iowa who is in a sorority, explains that the hazing in her sorority has stopped in the past few years.

“I personally wasn't hazed at all,” she says. “I've heard stories that the current seniors were mildly hazed right before their initiation when they were forced to listen to the same song on repeat for a long time, but now the hazing is completely gone. We definitely have a hazing policy, and my sorority is really careful about it.”

Laura explains that she went through some hazing before initiation.

“We were forced to walk on the roof without shoes on and had to go get frozen yogurt for some of the older girls, but that’s it,” she says. “These were mostly jokes and nothing that anyone was uncomfortable with.”

But some sororities take hazing to an even worse level. Margaret* from East Carolina University said she dropped out of her pledge class after being told about her sorority’s hazing process. A sister explained to her that she would have to lie blindfolded on a table while brothers from an ECU fraternity wrote on her body what they thought were her physical flaws. 

Hazing has been a huge issue with Greek life in the past, and it can be scary to hear the stories about it. However, it’s important to remember that most sororities no longer condone it.

Drama

In the midst of the chaos of sorority life, it’s not uncommon for conflict between girls to run rampant. Drama and gossip often seem to go hand in hand with the pledging process. While getting to know the current members is supposed to create an atmosphere of sisterhood, it doesn’t always go as expected. 

“My least favorite part about pledging a sorority was how much the girls stabbed each other in the back and how ruthless it was,” says Callie*, a student at East Carolina University. “We didn’t know anyone, and once rush was over, the older girls who had been really nice to us turned sour and acted like we weren’t worthy of being members until initiation.”

Victoria explains that the current sisters didn’t make it easy for her to feel at home in her sorority.

“Before actually joining, the girls will act really nice and seem interested in you. They'll go out of their way to invite you to things, and it'll seem genuine and exciting,” she says. “As soon as you join, though, things can quickly change. Like many of my other sisters, I was one who was pushed to the side, who nobody wanted to get to know because I didn't party and I had a steady boyfriend. It can be really confusing because you think you're making the right decision by joining, but then it all seems so fake.”

Some sororities even force girls to gossip and cause drama at mandatory events.

“Every week at chapter there was a cup that was passed around where you put in ‘anonymous’ stories you knew about crazy things other girls had done over the week,” says Laura. “For example, ‘What girl had not one, but two guys in a bar bathroom on Friday?’ or ‘What girl peed on the street Saturday night?’ That was a little weird because they would read them out loud at the end and everyone sort of knew who had done what.”

While this doesn’t mean that every sorority girl is fake and two-faced, it does show that the process of joining and being a member of a sorority does not always go as expected, and it isn’t for everyone.

“You just have to find where you feel like you belong, bond with others to the best of your abilities, and really just find your niche, whether it be in or out of sorority,” explains Victoria. I love my sorority and what it stands for. With that said, you also have to understand that you'll never get along with everyone, and it's the people, probably not the organization, that can potentially turn you away.”

But not every sorority is full of conflict and cattiness. Anna, a Chi Omega sister at the University of Nottingham, says that her pledging process was drama-free.

“I had no drama at all during pledging,” she says. “I trusted myself to pick a house I knew would be right for me, and with that came no drama and not a single bad thing to report!”

Big-Little Relationship

One super important part of the pledging process for the majority of sororities is the big-little relationship. At some point during pledging, each pledge will get a “big,” or “big sister,” to guide them through the pledging process. Most sororities even have a “big-little week” during which the big showers her little with gifts before revealing who she is on the last day. Other sororities just have a reveal ceremony.

Pledges’ bigs act as their go-to person whenever they have questions or concerns during pledging. They are supposed to make their littles feel special and welcome, and most do a pretty great job of it.

“Big/little week was definitely my favorite, and a year later, I'm basically best friends with my big,” says Stacey, a Kappa Delta sister at Vanderbilt University. “I really wish that every girl got to experience a positive pledging period, because it really makes being in a sorority and being a new member that much better!” 

However, there are some bigs that just aren’t willing to spend enough quality time with their littles to make them feel accepted and appreciated.

“My big was nice enough, and at first it really seemed like we were going to get along,” says Laura. “But after the first week or so, she became really hard to get in contact with. We hardly ever hung out, and when we did it was awkward. It always seemed like she would have rather been doing something else.”

In the end, pledging a sorority is a trial run of whether or not a particular sorority is right for someone. For many, it’s a truly great and life-changing experience, but there are some who discover that pledging, or at least certain aspects of it, are not at all what they expected. 

If you’re currently a pledge, tell HC about your experience with a comment below!

* Names have been changed.

ICYMI, Selena Gomez shocked fans when she took to Instagram on Thursday to explain that she had a very good reason for laying low all summer: she was recovering from a kidney transplant due to complications from her Lupus. Of course, her fans and other celebs have been nothing but supportive.

Even Lady Gaga, who is also facing some health challenges herself as she struggles with fibromyalgia (a chronic illness that causes pain and fatigue), showed her support for Selena with the sweetest tweet.

"Prayers & love to @selenagomez you are a warrior princess. What an inspiration," Gaga's tweet read. Aww. 

Gaga wasn't the only one, either. Kesha reached out in support of both women after Lady Gaga was forced to cancel a concert after her fibromyalgia caused her to be hospitalized.

It's so amazing to see our favorite celeb girl bosses offering each other encouragement during difficult times. Meanwhile, Selena Gomez is continuing to spread the love by making people aware of her condition and encouraging them to donate — E! News reports that her efforts have raised nearly $500,000 for the Lupus Research Alliance.

It is 2017, and somehow, CNN anchor Brooke Baldwin was forced to cut a guest from her interview because he kept trying to talk about boobs — seriously.

On Friday, Fox Sports Radio host Clay Travis was brought on CNN Newsroom, along with former ESPN editor Keith Reid, to discuss the firing of ESPN host Jemele Hill after she called Trump a white supremacist on Twitter, BuzzFeed News reports. Things took an ugly turn when Travis somehow decided it was appropriate to bring boobs into the conversation after Baldwin asked him about the controversy surrounding Hill's firing.

"I'm a First Amendment absolutist. I believe in only two things completely," Travis responded. "The First Amendment and boobs."

Things only got worse when Baldwin gave him a chance to clarify and take back his comments – instead, Travis decided to defend them. "I just want to make sure I heard you correctly, as a woman anchoring the show," Baldwin said. "What did you just say? You believe in the First Amendment and b-double-o-b-s?"

"Boobs," Travis said. "Two things that have only never let me down in this entire country's history, the First Amendment and boobs. So those are the only two things I believe in absolutely in the country."

Because Travis's comments were cringe-y and disgusting, Baldwin cut him off and ended the conversation. "I'm done, I'm sorry," she said. "This is done. This conversation is over. Yanking mics, bye. See ya. That was entirely inappropriate."

Following the exchange, Baldwin later tweeted a response to Travis's inappropriate comments.

Nope, not okay — thankfully, Baldwin didn't let Travis's sexism slide. And just a quick reminder that objectifying women and being sexist does, in fact, have consequences — Travis was scheduled to appear on CNN next Monday, but the network issued a statement saying his appearance has been cancelled following his behavior on Friday.

In a whirlwind of orientation activities, new classes and unfamiliar faces, the freedom that comes with stepping onto campus freshman year can be somewhat overwhelming. With so much to do and so little structure, you’re bound to hit a few bumps in the road along the way. Be aware of these seven mistakes every freshman is likely to make during her first week of college ––and prepare yourself to avoid them!

1. Not using your resources

Finally ready to break into a world free of adult supervision, freshmen often assume they don’t need any hand-holding. “The biggest mistakes freshmen make are often rooted in what is ultimately a desire to not feel quite so new — to feel more comfortable and settled on campus than they possibly could be right away,” says Julie Zeilinger, author of College 101: A Girl’s Guide to Freshman Year. “Ask for help, admit that you're still adjusting to a totally new environment and lifestyle.”

Ashley Austin, assistant director for campus life at Tufts University, suggests utilizing available resources such as your college’s tutoring centers and professors’ office hours. “The people who work there are helpful and want you to succeed,” Ashley says. “They have a lot of tips, tricks, and methods [for] studying, time management, and adjusting to a college workload. I might have passed my first-year math course had I taken advantage of these free resources.”

Make sure you take note of where you can find academic assistance and make an effort to go. Putting in that little bit extra effort can go a long way.

2. Not leaving home at home

Being in a new and unfamiliar place can have you desperately vying for something comfortable. A huge freshman year pitfall is spending your first week glued to your phone, constantly texting your parents, best friends or SO from back home. Clutching on to old bonds can keep you from forming new ones.

Reilly Tuccinard, a junior at the University of South Carolina, knows how easy it is to slip into old habits. “I didn’t go out as much as I should have because I was still obsessed with my group message from home,” she says.

Your friends from high school will still be there, but the best way to get a good start to the next four years is to create a new home for yourself at college—meaning you should say “maybe another time” to that Skype call during your first week.

3. Expecting your roommate to be your best friend

You may have envisioned hours of pillow talk, hundreds of #roomielove pictures and countless stories you could tell on her wedding day (where you are obviously her Maid of Honor).

But, rooming with your best friend from home or thinking your future roomie will be your best friend can be a huge mistake. “Two of my good friends went to the same school and decided to be roommates because they knew each other and didn’t want to be stuck with a weirdo,” says Jenna*, a junior at Tufts University. “They ended up fighting all the time and they don’t speak anymore.”

Using roommates as a crutch in any friendship can either leave you feeling super dependent or depended on. If you end up clicking with your roommate, that’s great! But, it is not guaranteed.

4. Partying too much

Your first week of college is also your first week of freedom —but don’t take that for granted. The world of frat parties and bar-hopping begs for freshman mistakes.

Your first week of college is the time to start making memories, not to start making marks on your permanent record. “During my orientation week, before I even took a class, I went out one night and drank way too much,” says Anna*, a senior at James Madison University. “I ended up getting sick and in trouble within the first few days of moving in!” Take it slow!

A lot of freshmen get a little too excited and don’t realize their limits at the start of college. Just because you may not have a friend to join you in the dining hall does not mean you should skip dinner before drinking. You will wake up on the bathroom floor... best case scenario.

5. Wandering off alone

With newfound independence comes a false sense of security. Regardless of whether you go to school in a city or college town, there are plenty of people wandering campus that do not attend your school.

“I was having a bad night and stupidly decided to leave a party by myself,” says Erica Maybaum, a senior at Boston University. “On the way, I passed a homeless man walking in the opposite direction, who then turned around and followed me for a few blocks until I was able to flag down this couple walking on the other side of the street.”

Yes, you may have just met your “new friends” an hour ago, but you shouldn’t ever go to or leave a party alone. Walking around late at night can be dangerous, and if for some reason you get too sick or feel really uncomfortable in any situation, you want someone looking out for you.

6. Carelessly hooking up

College means a whole new crop of cuties coming your way! But, before you dive in headfirst, remember that college boys take some time getting used to.

Similarly, you don’t know anyone’s past. That cutie hitting on you in a sweaty frat basement may have an older girlfriend he’s not telling you about (and she may be in, or have friends in a club or sorority you’re hoping to join). Older students understand that freshmen don’t know the ropes, so they know they can take advantage of you more easily.

He may have a reputation of seeking out freshmen, hooking up with them and then dropping them. Or ––even worse–– he may have a history of STIs or sexual assault. Keep your guard up at all times, regardless of who is trying to take it down (or take it off).

7. Judging others for their mistakes

If you’ve learned one thing from this article, it’s that being perfect the first week of school is nearly impossible. As you should never feel embarrassed about making a mistake, you need to cut your peers some slack too.

Ashley points out that it’s easy for freshmen to jump to hasty conclusions  “I think a mistake would be to write something off within that first week, whether it is a roommate, a class, a professor, etc.,” she says. “Give yourself (and others) time to adjust.”

Julie agrees, seeing this tendency in the first-year social scene. “Many freshmen are even quicker than normal to judge their peers, especially in terms of slut shaming or labeling someone a "sloppy drunk", out of their own insecurity and desire to deflect attention from their own potential social missteps,” she says.

Leave that mean-girl attitude in high school. Nothing screams immaturity more than talking about someone you barely know behind her back.

Related: 19 Ways College is Totally Different than High School

Your first week definitely won’t define your next four years —we’ve all made at least one of these mistakes. However, with these potential pitfalls in mind, you should feel more prepared to take on the crazy twists and turns that college will throw at you. Good luck in your new homes, collegiettes!

A sorority sounded like a great idea when you were a freshman—you were promised a group of girls who would clue you into campus and love and support you like a sister, hooking you up with great information about where to go, where to find great dates, how to participate in awesome campus traditions, and providing you with tons of other benefits. By sophomore, junior, or senior year, however, sorority life can start seeming a little less great. If you’re no longer feeling the “Alpha Phi love” or “Phi Beta warm-fuzzies,” check out some of the pros and cons of disaffiliating from or leaving your sorority.

Pro: You’ll have more flexibility.

Think about a typical week’s worth of sorority activities. Now think about what your schedule would look like without weekly chapter meetings, charity events, dinner hours, study sessions, and weekend events. Disaffiliating from your sorority could lead to more free time to spend on new things, such as participating in other clubs and activities, volunteering on your own, spending more time hitting the books, hitting the gym, or simply allowing you to have a little more “me time.” Now that you’ve been in school for a while, you also no longer need the plus of having tons of girls around to show you the ins and outs of campus and nightlife in your college town. In fact, you might even have more fun exploring different things in and around campus on your own instead of with a huge group of sisters.

Having more free time could be a huge pro, especially if you’re looking to bring your grades up, devote more time to another organization, nab a killer internship to boost your resume, or develop other skills and talents outside of your sorority commitments.

Think carefully about how you’d use the extra time you’d have before you decide to drop your letters. Do you need more time to tackle a tricky class? Is there an activity you wish you had more time to devote to or would like to join? Are there things you feel like you’re missing out on because you’re busy with all of your sisters?  Reflect on questions like these before making a final decision to make sure you wouldn’t regret leaving.

Con: It might not be as easy to meet people, including alumnae who could open doors to possible careers or internships.

We get it—you’re human. You’re not going to enjoy every event your sisters plan, every fundraiser you throw, or every party you’re expected to attend. These events sometimes carry a huge bonus, though; they can introduce you to people with whom you share similar interests, who support the same cause the fundraiser event is supporting, or who have connections that can take you places. (Beauty parlor scene in Legally Blonde 2, anyone?)  There may be alumnae who work for a company that you’re dying to intern at or work for. “A lot of girls really don’t see the value in a lifetime membership,” says Julie Johnson, College Panhellenic Committee Chairman for the National Panhellenic Conference. She says the experience of being in a sorority extends long after you graduate your school or university. “It really is more than those four years in college,” she says. Johnson advises those thinking about leaving to “think long-term about what could happen.”

Your sorority can also introduce you to some influential people on campus who are in your sorority or in sororities you work with or (single!) hotties in a frat you’re partnered with. Obviously, a sorority isn’t the only place where you can make these kinds of connections, but it’s an easy in, and it works as an instant conversation topic. Think about if you can still benefit from the network your sorority provides before you decide whether or not to leave.

Pro: You’ll probably see more of your non-Greek friends.

One huge bonus of no longer going Greek? You’ll now have time for your non-Greek friends. “Once I quit the sorority, I found friends that had interests much more similar to my own, so I do not feel like I missed out on much by quitting the sorority. I could simply go to a bar if I wanted to be in the party scene and I no longer had to pay thousands of dollars to be part of a sorority,” says Leslie*, a recent college grad who left her sorority after a year. This can be great if you’re in a sorority with a lot of mandatory weekend events or mixers, or if you’re in a chapter that celebrates big events like homecoming or spring break together. No longer needing to spend these days with your sisters means more time for friends you’ve met outside the Greek system.

You could also have more flexibility with who you date. Some Greek collegiettes say they feel pressured by their sisters to date guys from certain frats and avoid others in less desirable groups or ones outside the Greek system. Of course, this isn’t the case in every sorority, but it might be easier to meet someone special when you’re not spending every weekend with guys from a specific frat that your sorority has paired up with for a mixer or date party. This is also a major plus if you find you’re no longer as tight with your sisters as you used to be, or you don’t have many friends in the house and didn’t bond with the group like you thought you would.

Con: Seeing your former sisters could be kinda (or really!) awkward.

Unfortunately, not everyone will understand your decision. You could lose touch with some of your sisters you simply weren’t all that close to in the first place, or from others who don’t or won’t see things from your point of view. “Girls would pass me on campus after I quit and wouldn't even acknowledge me,” says Leslie. Be prepared to deal with this, and confide in a few sisters you’re close with if you’re comfortable talking about some of your doubts or issues and trust them. Tell them what you’re thinking and ask for their input. Including the sisters you want to still see and talk to on a regular basis and cluing them in from the start will help you stay close with them, and it will help avoid any awkwardness or drama with the people who matter most to you if you do decide to leave.

Pro: No more dues!

It’s no secret that sorority living can be expensive. Between dues, potential fees for living in the house or eating meals with your sisters, going on trips or weekend getaways, gifts for your little, and all of the oh-so-cute apparel with your letters, it can cost quite a bit to be in a sorority from semester to semester.

Look at your budget and decide whether or not you want to keep spending as much as you have in past semesters to be a part of a group you’re losing interest in. Is it worth the investment? Or are there other things you’d rather spend it on? An investment in a different group on campus, more shopping money, or rent for an awesome off-campus apartment in a future semester could make more financial sense.

However, don’t let budget constraints be the only reason for leaving until you’ve explored your options. Johnson suggests talking to sorority leadership to see if an arrangement can be made if you’re having trouble paying dues or other fees instead of letting it be an obstacle to your participation in sorority activities. “Some groups have policies with reduced membership rates,” she points out as an example of what can come of talking things over with a trusted sister or your house mom. “You also don’t have to buy every t-shirt, buy every picture… it’s all choices that you make,” she says.

Con: You’ll lose out on some of the already-paid-for activities you used to do with your sisters.

Of course, those dues need to get paid for a reason. Chances are some of the money you spend goes back to you in the form of awesome activities or fun events for you and your sisters to bond even more. These activities are also usually discounted (or even free!), meaning you don’t need to shell out as much for some of your favorite ways to spend the weekend.

Again, you’ll have to examine your budget and figure out what activities you enjoy doing with your sisters, and which ones you’d rather drop altogether or do on your own. Look at what you spend and decide if it’s worth it—could you do these things on your own, or is the bonus of having people to do things with on the sorority’s dime worth it?

Pro: You lose some of the pressure to fit in and “fake” enjoyment at events.

Leaving makes sense for a lot of girls who may feel like they no longer fit in with the group. This was the case for Leslie. “Once I joined the sorority, I realized how different I was than most of the girls,” she says. “I knew pretty much immediately that I wanted to quit, but I decided to stick it out for a full year just to make sure I was making the right decision. It seemed that the sorority required more from me than I got in return, and I felt I did not need it to have a good social life.”

Now that you’ve most likely had a year or two under your belt, you’ve probably got a better sense of some fun places to go where other students like to hang out, and you might even have a fave spot or two of your own. Dropping out of your sorority would mean more time to enjoy the things you want to do and go to the places you enjoy the most instead of slapping a smile on your face and sticking to the group decision.

Con: The process of leaving your sorority could be a lot of work you don’t have the time or patience for.   

Most importantly, be persistent! If you do decide to leave, be prepared for a lengthy process that could take a bit of time. “Leaving is very specific to each organization,” says Johnson. Work with sorority leadership, your house mom, or your school’s Greek Council to find out exactly how to disaffiliate. Also, make sure to consider any other details you need to figure out, such as finding housing, getting on a meal plan, getting a new parking permit, or other things you may need once you leave the house. Know that the process of leaving is also usually not reversible—once you leave, you’re out. Be patient and respectful with anyone and everyone you work with in the process of leaving your sorority to ensure a smooth transition and to minimize any damage to your reputation or image.

Leaving a sorority is a huge personal decision. Only you really know what the right path is for you. Whatever your reasoning for considering leaving, weigh the pros and cons, and don’t be afraid to trust your gut and stick with what feels right. You only get one undergrad college career—make sure you’re spending it the way you want to spend it! 

After weeks of preparation, strutting around campus in your favorite dresses and meeting with girl after girl, it’s finally the end of sorority rush. Throughout the process, you had your eye set on one house, and you hoped that the odds were in your favor. But what happens when your top pick passes you by, or you’re left bid-less altogether? Although it may be difficult to deal with at first, you will get through it (we promise)! Stay positive, and follow our dos and don’ts for how to deal if you didn’t get into a sorority.

1. DON’T let it ruin your year 

It’s normal to feel disappointed and upset, but letting not getting into a sorority define the rest of your year is a different story. There’s nothing that a little Ben & Jerry’s and a Sex and the City marathon can’t fix. After getting the much deserved post-rush R&R, you need to get back into the world! Wallowing (aka watching every Ryan Gosling movie ever created) will only help you so much.  

Marie*, a senior at Michigan State University, rushed her freshman year and didn’t receive a bid. From her experience, she learned that having an open mind is important for coping with the outcome. “You are going to have sororities that do not want you, and that can be hard for anybody to deal with,” she says. “I think it’s best to keep things in perspective and keep in mind that you are talking to a couple of the girls for a short amount of time, and so you can't really let their opinions affect or define you.”

2. DO join other clubs 

There are plenty of opportunities to meet friends on campus; Greek life is just one of the many outlets to consider. To find the perfect club for you, start by attending organization fairs or looking online to see which clubs are offered at your school. When people say there’s something for everyone, they really mean it (The University of Michigan even has a squirrel-feeding club!). Interested in philanthropy? Join Relay for Life. Looking to meet journalism lovers? Check out your school’s chapter of Her Campus. Extracurricular activities are the perfect outlet for making friends and doing something that you truly enjoy. In no time, you’ll forget that you even participated in rush!

3. DON’T let the jealousy get to you

You and your BFF decided to rush together, and now you’re left without a sorority while she received a bid from your top pick (yikes). When it comes to rushing, it’s easy to take things personally (why’d they choose her and not me?), but for the sake of your sanity and happiness, you can’t let jealousy get the best of you.

To keep the jealousy at bay, it’s best to stay busy and keep your mind off of it. At first, we recommend avoiding any and all social media accounts during the post-rush frenzy (cue the annual newsfeed flood of sorority-squat photos). As much as you want to live vicariously through the posts, it will only make things worse. Instead, spend time with your roommates, meet new people down the hall and do whatever you can to avoid turning green with envy. Before you know it, classes will pick up the pace and your free time will be sacrificed for late-night library dates. Focus on school and joining a club or two, and there will be no time to dwell on your rush experience.

4. DO rush a professional fraternity 

You don’t have to join a Panhellenic sorority in order to get involved with Greek life. Have you ever considered rushing a professional fraternity? Similar to social sororities and fraternities, professional fraternities provide collegiettes with social events and philanthropy opportunities. They differentiate themselves by bringing students together with similar academic interests to serve as an outlet for professional and career-related growth, so you get the best of both worlds! 

Elyse, a junior at the University of Michigan, says she tried rushing social sororities at first, but found a better fit in the professional Greek system. “[Panhellenic] wasn't the right fit for me at the time, and I found my niche in professional Greek life,” she says. “There are a lot of benefits associated with rushing a professional fraternity: professional development, a co-ed social group, networking opportunities in your field, personal growth and, of course, the skills necessary for success after undergrad.”

There are professional fraternities for just about every interest out there from music to chemical engineering, so it’s a great idea to look into the groups established at your school!

5. DO consider rushing again (but be cautious) 

After an unfortunate first experience, throwing yourself back into the rush process can be intimidating. But if you’re dying to try again, it’s worth a shot! Just keep in mind that rush could be more difficult the second time around. 

If you’re looking to bring more to the table for rush, keep in mind that philanthropy is a crucial aspect of Greek life. You can become involved in volunteer work as a way to help the local community and to boost your credentials. Also, by involving yourself on campus, you might meet a few sorority sisters along the way. Networking is a great way to get your name out there and become a more desirable candidate.

Krista, a junior at the University of Michigan and sister of Sigma Kappa, says if girls decide to re-rush, they shouldn’t put all of their effort into joining a specific sorority. “Give every single house an opportunity,” she says. “Some people go into (rush) and they think they know what house they want. You have to give every single house a chance.” Don’t cut houses from your list unless you really don’t want to be a part of it. Ruling out houses too soon can backfire in the end.

Although re-rushing can be intimidating, it’s important to put your true self out there. Krista says that bids are given to girls who are excited about their sorority and who can bring their genuine personality to the table. “You need to show us that you are enthusiastic about our house and that you want to be committed,” she says. “The whole rush process seems very superficial and fake, so being yourself helps you stand out from the other girls.” 

You didn’t get into a sorority, but don’t let it bring you down! Follow our dos and don’ts for how to deal, and you’ll be back on your feet in no time. 

*Name has been changed.

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Going into college, all you ever hear about is how much busier you'll be than you were in high school. That's partially true, but there are days in college when you're just so lazy that you'll forget what it was like to live a full, active day of high school. Some weeks you'll probably disgust yourself with how much you can't be bothered by college. 

To honor that point in the semester when all of your peppy, back-to-school cheeriness fades away (aka the second or third week of school), here are 15 moments in college when you realize just how lazy you can be. 

1. When the dining hall is right next to your dorm but still too far away

Winter is a cruel, cruel time to be on a college campus. You'll probably hibernate in your room and dig around for snacks before even thinking about going into the frozen tundra for prepared food. 

2. When you realize it's impossible to wake up before 8 a.m. now

I woke up for high school at 5:45 a.m. every morning with five to six hours of sleep. This ability to function on little sleep probably disappeared during my freshman orientation week. 

3. When you attempt to shave your legs and just have to give up 

Blame it on the weather, society or the size of the communal bathroom's shower stall, but your legs will go a little hairier than usual for the four years of college. 

4. When you need a nap two hours after waking up

Maybe staying up late to finish Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt was a bad idea? 

5. When you don't finish a book for class but don't even bother checking its SparkNotes

Pro tip: Listen to what others are saying in group discussion and just chime into everyone else's opinions. 

6. When you buy more clothes (*cough* underwear) so you can do less laundry

Give me a couple more pairs of underwear, and I'm a happy, carefree girl. 

7. When it's been a rough week and you can only manage taking a shot straight from the bottle 

It's Friday night, and I'm asking for no judgment. 

8. When you're eating with friends and ask someone to grab you more fries when they get up 

You're still finishing up your chicken, so why shouldn't someone who's already getting up pick up your second helping?

9. When you use plastic utensils to avoid washing dishes 

The environment hates you, but you don't have to clean up. 

10. When you just don't want to go to class, so you lie to your professor about being sick

"Hi, Dr. So-and-so! Unfortunately, I've woken up with a stomach bug and I don't think I can make it to class today…" 

11. When you end up debating with your roommate about who has to get up to turn off the lights before bed

If I throw a shoe at the switch, will it turn off? 

12. When you use the plastic bags from your supermarket trip as garbage bags

Being lazy can also mean being a little cheap. 

13. When you wonder how many days you can get away with wearing the same pair of jeans

As long as I don't get a ketchup stain on them, I'm good.

14. When dry shampoo has become your best friend

You know you're a college kid home for break when you have the time for a long, hot shower that includes no flip flops and actually washing your hair. 

15. When you're so lazy that you don't even feel like eating meals

If you are having dinner on a lazy day, it's probably whatever's left in that bag of chips next to your bed.

We're more than halfway through 2017, and if there's anything I've learned, it's that there's no escape from politics, even on television's biggest night at the Emmy Awards. In his opening monologue Sunday night, host Stephen Colbert took more than a few digs at President Donald Trump, understandably cracking up the celeb-filled audience. 

Kicking off the show with a musical number jam-packed with references to nominated shows, the Trump dissing started off lightly. Appearing as her character in the political comedy Veep, Julia Louis-Dreyfus sang, "Imagine having a president not beloved by Nazis." Given that Louis-Dreyfus was literally the president on her own show, that line practically wrote itself, right? 

After the catchy opening number, Colbert brought up what I've definitely begun expecting of award shows since Trump took office. "There are 450 scripted shows …there’s no way anyone who could possibly watch all that TV, other than the president," he began. "Hello sir, thank you for joining us. Looking forward to your tweets." 

Um, same, tbh. 

Colbert also touched upon Trump's history with the Emmys, including his past nominations and him saying that he should've won when, in a presidential debate last fall, Hillary Clinton said Trump claimed the Emmys were rigged. “Why didn’t you give him an Emmy?" Colbert asked the audience. "If he had won an Emmy, I bet he wouldn’t have run for president."

Hmm, what would that world be like that? 

A shocking monologue also isn't a success without a surprise guest, and Colbert delivered. When wondering how large the audience was, Colbert called out, "Sean, do you know?"

Sean Spicer pulled a Melissa McCarthy, rolling out with a podium and announcing to the hysterical crowd, "This will be the largest audience to witness an Emmys period, both in person and around the world." 

You know the world is crazy when a former White House staffer embraces his SNL persona and pokes fun at himself at the Emmys. 

I think Melissa McCarthy's stunned expression says it all when it comes to reception of Spicer's cameo. Although the stars in the audience looked pretty entertained by Spicer's moment in the spotlight, some viewers haven't found much humor in it. Teen Vogue equated the moment to Jimmy Fallon's infamous ruffle of Trump's hair, while Twitter users shamed the Emmys for putting Spicer in a funny light. Kal Penn, an actor who also worked on President Barack Obama's White House staff, summed up those angry tweets best:

Kudos to Colbert for pointing out just how much of an influence current events had on the past year's TV. If there's anything this moment can teach us, it's that there's a fine balance between politics and entertainment. 

While accepting his Emmy award for Best Writing for a Variety Series on Sunday night, Last Week Tonight star John Oliver used his moment at the microphone to reference Dave Chappelle earlier in the show. I wouldn't say that referencing Chappelle is the norm for most people, but this turned out to be a great exception. When Chappelle explained he missed Emmys rehearsals and had to rely on the teleprompter while presenting an award, the D.C. native threw in a thank you to the area's public school system.

Little did he know, Oliver was paying attention to Chappelle's shoutout. Although it's unclear if he meant to create serious awareness, he said in his speech, "I'd I would like to unexpectedly thank D.C. public schools, because I think it would be great if it started trending on Twitter for no reason tonight whatsoever. If you're tweeting about the Emmys at home, please use [the] hashtag 'D.C. Public Schools."

As any millennial would expect, Twitter responded thoroughly and happily.

The actual Twitter account for the D.C. public school system even responded to the shoutout. 

The hashtag is even being used in tweets completely unrelated to Oliver and Chappelle's shoutouts. What a deserving organization to get some attention! 

Big Little Lies had the fiercest cast I've ever seen, and following Laura Dern's Emmy win for Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series, Nicole Kidman took another win for the BLL team by snatching up Best Leading Actress in a Limited Series. I don't think anyone who saw the hit HBO series is very surprised!

Not only did she look amazing in a power red dress, Kidman basically delivered an impromptu master class in how to give a perfect acceptance speech. The first thank you she threw out was to costar and co-executive producer Reese Witherspoon, saying that she shared the award with her friend. Ladies, find you a best friend that looks at you like Witherspoon looks at Kidman. 

Kidman then addressed the serious nature of the show, highlighting the horrors of domestic abuse and how this violence can be far more common than we acknowledge it to be. 

"Sometimes when you're acting, you get a chance to bring a bigger message," she said. "We shine a light on domestic abuse. It is a complicated, insidious disease that exists far more than we allow ourselves to know. It is filled with shame and secrecy, and by you acknowledging me with this award, it shines a light on it even more."

For mere mortals, following that up would've been hard to do, but when Big Little Lies later won for Best Limited Series, both Kidman and Witherspoon emphasized the importance of sharing women's stories onscreen. 

"It's been an incredible year for women in television,"Witherspoon said in the pair's dual acceptance speech. "Thank you for giving us these stories."

"This is a friendship that then created opportunities,” Kidman said of her bond with Witherspoon. “It created opportunities out of our frustration because we weren’t getting offered great roles, so now, more great roles for women, please. Thank you.”

Women get things done, guys. Congrats to Dern, Kidman and the Big Little Lies cast for their work in this groundbreaking series!

Coming away with a total of eight Emmy wins, The Handmaid's Tale snagged the Emmy award for Best Drama Series at Sunday night's ceremony. Hulu's dystopian, female-centric series was based on Margaret Atwood's acclaimed book, and the author even appeared on stage alongside the show's cast and crew after their win was announced. 

You definitely didn't have to be a literature fan to feel moved by Atwood's presence as the series became the first streaming show to win a Best Drama Emmy. Time to take in the historic moment was short, as the show was dangerously close to running overtime (per usual). So, series creator Bruce Miller delivered a very brief acceptance speech, first poking fun at Alexis Bledel's award-winning role on the show when thanking MGM. 

"You guys supported us when we wanted to do horrible things to Rory Gilmore,” he told the studio representatives. Um, my life is now made because Gilmore Girls was referenced at the Emmys. 

"Go home, get to work, we have a lot of things to fight for," Miller continued, summing up what I think is great advice for anyone in any industry nowadays. 

Given the scarily relevant themes of The Handmaid's Tale and an earlier win for the female-dominated Big Little Lies, most viewers are thrilled that content starring women was so well-received at the ceremony. 

However, other Twitter users couldn't help but point out that only Miller, a white man, spoke for the show in its definitive moment. 

To be fair, Miller still thanked Atwood, Best Actress in a Drama winner Elisabeth Moss and director Reed Morano for their contributions to the series. While it would've been cool to see Atwood speak, it seems that it was only a matter of time that prevented Miller from letting one of the women speak. 

Congratulations to The Handmaid's Tale for proving that there is success in women's stories!

Name: Ana Caracaleanu
Age: Let’s say... past my mid 30s.
Job Title and Description: Marketing Communications Exec by day / Chief Hustler at Amevie by night
College Name/Major: University of Toronto, Undergraduate in Geography and GIS - Ryerson University, MBA
Website: amevie.com
Twitter Handle: @simplyamevie
Instagram Handle: @simplyamevie

What does your current job entail? Is there such a thing as a typical day?

I currently wear many hats and I do many jobs, so no two days are the same. At my day job, I manage a customer experience team and run marketing communications campaigns. Any other time, I am a CEO, CMO or CFO, or a chief in charge of something at my start-up, Amevie. I also teach social media one semester per year.

What is the best part of your job?

I love everything that I do. I am always connected to the customer, in one way or another. That’s the best part.

What was your first entry-level job in your field and how did you get it?

I was a Marketing and Mapping Assistant at one of the largest commercial real estate firms in the world. I just applied fresh out of my undergrad and landed it at the first interview—but this was a decade ago. I feel that now it is much more competitive to get a job as a new graduate, and that’s why internships are very important.

What words of wisdom do you find most valuable?

My company’s motto is: "The sun is new each day." I live by this quote in my day-to-day activities, but also at work. No matter what happens, we can always do things better. Every new day is an opportunity to improve. It also helps by not taking things to heart and having a more peaceful and relaxed life.

What is one mistake you made along the way and what did you learn from it?

My biggest mistake has been not pivoting fast enough. I don’t believe we need to fail at something to learn and grow, but we should definitely learn how and when to pivot, when to change directions. I learned this lesson in sailing—if you want to keep your sails up, you need to adjust according to the wind.

What has been the most surreal moment of your career thus far?

That was meeting Tim Draper and not knowing who he was. (I actually pitched him my business.) Ignorance was definitely not bliss in this case.

What do you look for when considering hiring someone?

Sharpness. I don’t care where you went to school or what grades you got. It counts to get you to that interview, but when I interview someone, I am looking for proof that they are smart and that they can learn fast.

What advice would you give to a 20-something with similar aspirations?

If you aspire that one day you would become an entrepreneur, start now. Don’t delay it. Try your best now, while you don’t have debt, you don’t have a mortgage to pay and you can still live with your parents. It gets harder in your 30s.

What's the one thing that's stood out to you the most in a resume?

I always look for other activities, passions, anything else that a candidate might add besides their education/experience. For example, one time a girl I was interviewing put down her blog as “other,” and I was impressed when I read it!

Juicy Couture’s Creative Director, Jamie Mizrahi made her New York Fashion Week debut by bringing a new energy to the OG brand. Juicy Couture has always been known for their outrageously fun and glamorous apparel and accessories, and the Spring 2018 collection presented on September 13 was the perfect combination of nostalgia and newness.

The collection includes new twist on the classic millennial tracksuits, floral dresses, cropped high waisted pants, linen two piece sets and rompers decorated with Swarovski crystals. Basically we need to be wearing all of these like, now. While the brand features modern-day trends, the funky, colorful clothing stays true to the brand’s signature style, which is exactly what Mizrahi hoped for. Here were some of our absolute favorite looks:

Juicy fashion against that picturesque backdrop is honestly everything. Her Campus was even lucky enough to witness these gorgeous looks in person!

“My goal as creative director is to introduce a new iteration of Juicy without eroding the brand’s beloved DNA,” Mizrahi said. “With this first collection, I think we did just that.” Trust us, so do we. 

You can march, you can make signs, and now, you can wear lipstick! This new form of protest from The Lipstick Lobby has already gone viral.

The brand's first lipstick called "Kiss My Pink" sells for $19.00, and 100 percent of the net profits are donated to Planned Parenthood. Honestly, how did we live without makeup-oriented social justice before this? "If Trump succeeds with his devastating agenda to repeal the Affordable Care Act, millions of people will lose their health care and Planned Parenthood will lose its federal funding. We refuse to accept this," Lipstick Lobby explains on their site. Now that's a statement. 

"Kiss My Pink" is a matte, full-coverage pink, vegan and even cruelty-free! And it gets better––The Lipstick Lobby is coming out with a new shade this fall called "Outrage," where $5 from each lipstick will go towards the ACLU. We can't think of a better way to stand up for your rights in style. Plus, whenever someone asks "what lipstick are you wearing?" you can let them know about the causes you care about!