Just when we all thought Zayn Malik couldn't get any hotter, he goes and gets not one, but two new tattoos.

The former One Direction member, who recently broke off a two-year relationship with supermodel Gigi Hadid, posted pics of the new ink on Instagram on Friday (Possibly as a way to move on after the split?). In one photo, you can see a tattoo of a rose on the back of his head. In another, captioned "neck yat," a tattoo artist is shown working on the side of his neck, as Zayn smokes a cigarette.

The meaning behind his tattoos has yet to be revealed, but he later posted another picture of a rose to Instagram which I still find rather obscure.

Even during his time in One Direction, he was the member to have the most tattoos. According to Refinery 29, with the addition of the two new tattoos, Zayn now has a total of 62 (!!) tatts.

Talk about a whole lotta ink!

In honor of singer-songwriter Jhené Aiko’s birthday, rapper Big Sean posted a cute video on Instagram to celebrate. The couple has been linked since 2016 when they released a joint album called Twenty88, and the two have seemed inseparable ever since. Jhené even got a tattoo of Big Sean’s face back in October, and they've been working on a new collaborative project.

However, on March 13, just three days before Aiko’s birthday, the couple found themselves shutting down rampant rumors claiming Big Sean cheated onJhené withNicole Scherzinger. The Jasmine Brand, an entertainment blog, reported that the two were “all over each other” and “looked like they were a couple” at their VIP table during the Oscars afterparty.

The 30-year-old singer and Big Sean turned to Twitter to strike back against the rumors with Jhené tweeting first, denying the accusations.

She tweeted again minutes later, this time complaining about the Internet’s rumors.

In support, Big Sean quoted the tweet and added five clapping emojis.

Big Sean’s birthday post three days later comes from a place of love. The post included a cute selfie of the couple with a caption referencing their joint album Twenty88 .

And that first birthday post was just the beginning: Big Sean later reposted his niece’s Instagram post for Jhené—an adorable picture of the two of them with the caption, “@jheneaiko Happy Birthday Auntie NeeNee!! Cant wait too see you again!”

Later that evening, the "Bounce Back" rapper posted his final picture of the day: the couple posed in front of a jet, captioned, “I love you unconditionally @jheneaiko! 3.16 Queen.”

With all these sweet celebratory messages out on the Internet, it’s hard to believe Big Sean could have ever betrayed his true love.

Known best for playing Cheechee in Teen Beach Movie and her role as Flo Fuentes in Pitch Perfect 2 and Pitch Perfect 3, Chrissie Fit is a remarkable actress with a knack for humor and an unparalleled talent for singing. With the Blu-ray and DVD release of Pitch Perfect 3 today, Fit has has her eyes set on some new projects—including acting gigs and philanthropic work. The Cuban-American star recently spoke with Her Campus about bidding farewell to Pitch Perfect, the cast's and her reaction to that insane Bachelor finale this season, what she misses about college, her admirable partnership with Days for Girls, and her message to young college women looking to pursue a future in Hollywood.

Her Campus: With the upcoming digital/DVD of Pitch Perfect 3 on March 20, how do you feel about the Bellas era coming to an official close?

Chrissie Fit: It's super sad; I'm not going to lie. We've known each other for so many years now, and we've become such great friends off-screen that it's sad that we're not going to get together again and learn acapella music and new routines. It's also sad because it's like a celebration of having those opportunities of working together in three different movies and having the people respond to it so positively, knowing that it's created a whole community and support system within the fans themselves feels awesome.

HC: What’s your funniest memory of your time on the Pitch Perfect 3 set?

CF: We had a lot because I think that when we started rehearsing, we decided to make memories both on screen and off together. We went roller skating with Usher one day, which was very random. On Sunday nights, Brittany Snow would be like, "Hey, what are you guys doing? Does anyone want to get dinner?" We all stayed in the same apartment building, so we felt like we were in college again and we were in dorms. We would shoot a text to the group and Ester Dean said, "Hey I'm going to Usher's birthday party, does anyone want to come?" And we were all like "Yes!" It was such a fun night, and we were cracking up the whole time. Everyone was helping Anna Kendrick skate because we were scared she was going to fall and then the movie would be over. We were still filming, so we were so nervous.

We had so many fun times. On set one day, we were so delirious because we were doing a scene in one room for like 10 hours straight. It was when we were going to a hotel and having a pow-wow in the room. There was always candy, and I don't know if we were on a sugar high, but we started switching hair extensions. I had both red and blond in my hair. Anna had my dark black hair. We were psychos [Laughs], but we were laughing like kids.

HC: Who did you grow closest to? Do you all still keep in contact now?

CF: We all got pretty close. I got closest to Brittany Snow and Kelley Jakle. We live like a few miles from one another. I live like three miles from Rebel, and Anna lives pretty close, too. We still have Bachelor Mondays, where we get together and watch The Bachelor. This season was pretty nuts! I mean it was so boring until the end and then we were like, "Oh my gosh! What the heck is happening?" But we try to get together as much as possible, like this weekend was Brittany Snow's birthday. We went out of town and to the mountains. We hung out, and it's really nice because I think that's the best thing that's come out of this movie—the friendships we've made.

HC: So what did you think about The Bachelor finale?

CF: Oh, it was just awkward and wrong! How do you do that to this woman on camera? It was kind of shocking. Anna Camp was just like, "They should've edited that. We didn't need to see that. We didn't need to see them break up on camera." It was messed up, but ultimately, I think the couple that was supposed to be together ended up together. Lauren and Arie, best of luck! I'm sure the Bellas are going to get back together and watch that go down as well. But I think it's more about getting together with your girlfriends than the show itself.

HC: What’s the best thing you’ve taken away from playing Flo Fuentes?

CF: I think she's a very strong character, and I think I became a stronger person by playing her. Ninety-eight percent of the feedback was very positive. Though, there were some negative comments about Flo, as well. In the second movie, we talked about the character and extended her to the third movie, making sure she represented the Latino community that I know, which is hardworking and smart and wonderful. You see Flo in the third movie and she has her sh*t together more than the other girls after college. We were really happy we were able to portray that. But you get closer to these characters, so any time a person criticizes them, you kind of feel like it's an attack on you and it's not. At the same time, she became a part of me for three years. I'm going to miss her strength more than anything.

HC: Is there anything you would’ve changed about this character?

CF: No, I wouldn't. I think that she was dark and sarcastic and made fun of their white girl problems in the second movie. In the third, she was more like an organic part of the group. I think that was a growth in the right direction. I'm very proud of her in the end. I think she's hilarious and one of the most fun characters I've played. I also want to say that we Latinas come in all different shapes, colors, sizes, attitudes. We're not just all loud and flashy. Some of us are sarcastic and dark-humored. I love seeing different types of Latinas on screen.

HC: You went to Florida International University and were a member of Alpha Xi Delta. Is there anything you miss about being in college and/or a sorority?

CF: I think this is why this experience was so amazing because I got to be back in college for a certain time, and in a type of sorority. I miss learning something new every day. I feel like I forgot the extent of being in school and the communities that I had. I was in theatre and I studied theatre performance. Having that home base on campus was good because I went to a commuter school so I didn't live in dorms, but some of my friends did. That was a different energy. I feel like every center was a different kind of energy. It just felt cool to be in all of these different places and have friends, and learning who you are. It's an amazing time. You can't take it for granted.

HC: What advice would you give college women looking to start a career in the entertainment industry?

CF: I would to say to study your craft and make sure if you want to be an actor—do that. But also, expand and learn the technical stuff, too. I think it's very important now to be multifaceted and to be able to create your own content, to be a writer, a director. Being on the other side of the camera, you're able to make a little bit more of the change or effect. We need more women on the side as well. I would say as much as you love one area, also try to know all the others. If you want to be a director, you have to take some acting, so you know how to communicate with actors. Don't just zero focus in. Make sure you're very knowledgeable in a lot of different things. If you have the opportunity to study abroad or somewhere else, try as hard as you can to do that. It can expand your mind so much. You’ll feel more connected to people and the world.

HC: You recently teamed up with Days for Girls—why was this so important to you?

CF: I think that there are a lot of problems in the world that seem so big, and we always think, how are we going to change that, or how are we going to fix that. We do. We try our best and we do whatever we can. I saw what this woman and this group were doing for girls all around the world about something that happens to us every month. Girls in different parts of the world don't understand or don't have access to menstrual hygiene and education. It's something so basic that happens to us, and we go to the grocery store and get pads or tampons. They don't have that luxury.

Partnering with Days for Girls seemed like something that's really doable. It's something that we can do to help keep in girls in school because a lot of the times, these girls will get their period and they won't be able to go to school for the five days. I saw that it was something that was tangible, that we can do as women and make these Days for Girls kits. The minute I saw their reaction and how happy and grateful they are to have this solution, and have something that they can reuse and also helps the environment, it just knocked off a lot of things on my list. It also helps the women in those areas make these kits and it becomes a source of income for them. It's just a lot of different ways that you're helping by doing one small thing.

HC: Do you have any upcoming projects you’re excited about?

CF: I just did this pilot for Pop called The Demons of Dorian Gunn, and it's really hilarious. It's definitely a character that I've never played before. I'm pretty much a terrible, awful human being, and it was fun to do because I'm not that person in real life at all. That was really fun, and it was in New York. It's a fun comedy, it's fresh, and it’s different. Once I read the script, I was like, "I'm so into this." Krysten Ritter, who plays Jessica Jones on Netfix and has done so many amazing things in the past, is one of the producers. It's so funny and hopefully you guys will get to see that in the fall. I'm still also developing things on the other side. I'm doing something really fun and cool at the moment that I can't talk about, but it will bring something fun to the big screen in an interesting way. Hopefully that will happen this year some time.

It's time to let your inner child out, because Disney is blessing the world with yet another reboot of one of their classic films. As E! News reports, a live-action remake of Lady and the Tramp is officially in the works and scheduled to debut next year. If watching Emma Watson shine as a real-life Belle in Beauty in the Beast wasn't emotional enough, the nostalgia is sure to take over when Lady and Tramp's love story is resurrected.

Walt Disney Productions released the animation in 1955, and director Charlie Bean will give the film a second life during the coming year. As Hollywood Reporternotes, producer Brigham Taylor is looking to complete the project for the expected launch of Disney's online streaming service in 2019. The film will be based on Andrew Bujalski's script, while Jessica Virtue and Chaz Salembier will oversee the production for Disney.

Also in the works is a live-action remake of Aladdin, The Lion King and Mulan, along with a live-action Star Wars TV series. As Disney owns all Star Wars, Disney, Pixar and Marvel-branded productions, their streaming service is sure to give Netflix a run for its money. Though the cost of the platform has yes to be determined, I would happily offer my entire life savings to relive my childhood through the 21st century version of any classic Disney film. 2019 can't come soon enough.

Throughout her career, Selena Gomez has given us a myriad of reasons to look up to her. Beyond being a chart-topping singer and successful actress, Gomez has also been an empowering advocate for mental health. In case you needed another reason to idolize this talented artist, she recently debunked a common beauty myth—because body positivity is always fashionable.

During Gomez’s recent vacation in Sydney, Australia, she took a brief intermission from enjoying time with her friends to call out body-shamers. Marie Claire explains that after paparazzi captured the first photos of Gomez’s bikini bod after her kidney transplant, apparently some trolls who have nothing better to do than make unsolicited comments on a woman’s body commented on her body.

However, Gomez wasn’t ready to ruin her vacay because of some jerks. Instead, she took to Instagram to post a necessary message about beauty myths. According to E! News, the former Disney star responded to negative comments about her body in the best way possible: with a lighthearted video coupled with an inspirational caption.

In her message, she wrote, “The beauty myth- an obsession with physical perfection that traps modern woman in an endless cycle of hopelessness, self consciousness, and self-hatred as she tries to fulfill society’s impossible definition of flawless beauty. I chose to take care of myself because I want to, not to prove anything to anyone. Wind in her sails.”

ELLE reports that SelGo directed her important caption at people who commented about her weight in recent bikini pictures. Instead of directly responding to these vindictive individuals who made these lewd comments, Gomez used her platform to show her 134 million Instagram followers that they don’t need to prove themselves to anyone either.

After all, body positivity is vital for your mental health. While Psychology Today explains that it can be difficult to embrace your body all of the time, tuning out those hackneyed beauty myths that you need to be perfect is a significant step to enhancing your self-care.

In spite of the disgusting comments Gomez has been subjected to after photogs took pics during her trip, we’re glad that she’s taking care of herself for her and not for anyone else. Keep sailing, Selena.

While you’re still coping with the fact that Stranger Things season three probably won’t come to Netflix until later this year, there is some news about your favorite binge-worthy series. As the young actors of Stranger Things get ready to brave the Upside Down yet again, The Hollywood Reporter reveals that the cast of the hit Sci-Fi show is slated to get a huge raise. TBH, it’s about time.

According to THR’s sources, the adult actors of Stranger Things will reportedly receive $350,000 for every episode. However, the child actors are expected to earn 12 times more than their previous contract deals, which makes sense because the show is centered around their characters—so it's only fair that their earnings would grow exponentially.

Deadline reports that Eleven will have more waffle money, as Millie Bobby Brown will allegedly earn a larger raise than her fellow young costars. After all, Brown is a star on and off screen. Not only did she win Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Drama Series at last year’s Emmy Awards, she’s also an outstanding person in general. Given her win at the 2017 Emmys, it's not surprising that she'd receive the most notable pay increase.

Sources divulge to THR that Brown could make more than leading adult stars Winona Ryder and David Harbour. Nevertheless, it seems the Stranger Things actors raises will match the show’s accolades and befitting hype.

Regardless of the price tag on each star’s respective raise, Vulture reports that it seems like all the stars will earn more during the forthcoming season. While you were probably already jealous of Brown’s wages during Stranger Things’ debut season, the cast-wide raises aren’t without merit. Stranger Things received 18 Emmy nominations for its first season alone, and the show’s cast has acquired numerous awards, so it makes total sense for the troupe pay to increase with the impending season.

Our culture has a glaring tendency to elevate the achievements of men over the achievements of women. In fact, according to Jami Mathewson, Educational Partnerships Manager at Wiki Education, only about 17.5 percent of biographies on Wikipedia are of women.

“There are so many notable women whose contributions to the world are missing,” Mathewson told Her Campus. “Wikipedia is read by almost 500 million people every single month, and that’s a really big number. It’s the first result on Google, or on any search.”

Wikipedia is a created and edited by volunteers across the world, meaning that it’s fairly easy for anyone to create a biography about a notable woman. So why does Wikipedia hold such a blatant gender discrepancy when it comes to representation? Well, according to Mathewson, about 80 percent of volunteer editors on Wikipedia are male. 

“We really see that reflection in the content,” she said.

Wikipedia thoroughly reflects the biases of its editors, and because the editors are primarily male, these biases often overlook or ignore the accomplishments of women. This Women’s History Month, Wiki Education is partnering with the National Women’s Studies Association (NWSA) to change that. How? Professors across the country are having their students update or create Wikipedia pages on women as part of their assigned coursework.

“WIki Education is a non-profit organization ultimately aiming to improve the quality of information on Wikipedia,” Mathewson explained. “We designed that as improving either the quality of the content and the equity of the content...About three and a half years ago, we started a partnership with the National Women's Studies Association. Their members, who are primarily professors of Women’s Studies and Gender Studies and Sexuality Studies, they’re people who could participate in our program to assign students to write Wikipedia articles.”

Thanks to Wiki Education’s program model, over 6000 university students across the United States have updated Wikipedia as part of the assigned coursework. Allison Kimmich, executive director of the NWSA, told Her Campus, “We are aiming to add more content about women, gender, and feminist issues. Most Wikipedia editors are white men, and our collaboration adds diversity to the mix as students edit and improve articles and add new ones.”

Mathewson said, “Since those students are already learning about important topics to Women’s Studies, they’re researching and they’re writing. We then, as an organization, provide training materials and resources to help the students learn how to turn this research into a Wikipedia article so the rest of the world can really benefit from their learning and learn from it as well.”

She noted that students have access to academic texts that may include better representation of the accomplishments of women, but most of the general public relies on Wikipedia. “The general public doesn’t have access to academic peer-reviewed journals, and doesn’t have access to maybe the context and training and education it takes to understand those,” she said. “So being able to give students that voice, give women or any student who’s taking a Women’s Studies course, the ability to bring their voice and join in.”

Students have already added 2.44 million words to articles about women and gender studies, including articles on Myrna Weissman, Geraldine Lawhorn, and Rachel Bean.

Kristen Fontana, a student from CUNY Staten Island, updated the page of Ines Cifuentes as an assignment for her physics class.

“She already had a Wikipedia page, but it was called a stub,” Fontana explained to Her Campus. “That basically means that it’s not official and it wasn’t really done well, so I organized it. If you look at a regular Wikipedia page, usually it’s organized by early life, personal life, and stuff like that. Basically, I separated it into sections and I added more information so people could get to know more about her.”

Cifuentes was one of the most prominent seismologists of all time, so it’s remarkable that her page was only a stub before Fontana updated it.

“She was born in London, but then when she was growing up, she lived in Chile, Ecuador, Paraguay and Guatemala,” Fontana said. “And then, in her stay in Chile, there was an earthquake that devastated the land and it really inspired her to be a seismologist. From there, she went to high school in Maryland, and she got a BS in physics in Swarthmore College, and a Masters of Science at Stanford, and she went to Columbia for her Ph.D. She was actually one of the first women to receive a doctorate in geophysics from Columbia. I just found it very awe-inspiring how she was able accomplish so much.”

For Fontana, learning about Cifuentes’ accomplishments was personally inspiring: “I’m an engineering major and a majority of my teachers are male. I have one female teacher, and she’s my physics class instructor,” she explained. “From my point of view, engineering is a male-dominated major, so learning about women or people of minorities that pursue these jobs encourages you and reminds you that you can do anything no matter what race or gender you are...I’m in a small class and I’m the only girl engineer, so just reading about her it’s very inspiring.”

Aurora Cid, another student at CUNY Staten Island, updated the page of stellar astrophysicist Erika Bohm-Vitense. Cid notes that she is pursuing astrophysics, so it was particularly important for her to learn about someone who made so many contributions to that field.

“Erika was a woman in science during a time when women in science wasn’t really a popular thing,” Cid explained. “She actually contributed a lot to what people cite in astrophysics research, specifically stellar astrophysics. She contributed a lot to Mixing Length theory, which talks about convection zones of the stars. She has, like, 200 published papers and she’s cited a ton because her research was so fundamental to stellar astrophysics.”

Cid said she hopes that increased representation of women in science will positively affect others the same way it affected her. “Growing up, I didn’t even know what I wanted to do because I didn’t have that representation, I didn’t have those examples like Erika Bohm-Vitense,” she said. “So I took time off between high school and college because I really didn’t know what I wanted to do.”

Cid’s defining moment was when she, for the first time, internalized the idea that women could be successful scientists.

“Then I went to a lecture at the Museum of Natural History here in New York,” she recalled, “and it was led by a woman and I thought that was just so powerful. So to then research Erika Bohm-Vitense and find out about how her work is so fundamental just really invigorated me and I was like, yeah, this is what I want to do because this is important work.”

She hopes that this increased representation will provide more girls with positive female role models. “I think that [representation] really matters, especially for younger people, younger girls, younger people of color,” she said. “I think that having those examples out and having this information out there is really important. Wiki Education gives us this power to say, these are the examples and representation that I wanted and now I’m giving it to that next generation. That’s really powerful.”

“Students should be educated on the accomplishments of women because those accomplishments are an accurate reflection of women’s contributions to the world," Kimmich noted. "At the same time, understanding the range of women’s accomplishments helps students imagine possibilities for their own lives.”

Long story short, representation is important, and the accomplishments of women have been ignored way too long. Kimmich said she encourages college students to get involved in the movement to recognize women’s accomplishments: “College students have powerful voices and can partner with faculty to challenge inequities on their campuses. For example, women are underrepresented at the full professor rank and overrepresented as adjuncts and contingent faculty members.”

According to Mathewson, this Wiki Education’s project could directly benefit the world beyond those who are editing the pages too: “Wikipedia is where the public goes for information and makes their decision when they’re in the voting booth,” she said. “So making sure they’re not just hearing from one demographic of people is really important for representing the world’s knowledge.”

Although it’s less talked about than the hair on other parts of the bikini area, butt hair is a pain in the derrière. If you’re wondering what the scientific reason behind butt hair is, you can pretty much thank puberty. The butt area is a normal place where hair could grow. Body hair is meant to help protect from infection and foreign particles. But no stress—removing hair on your body is totally common and safe if you do it correctly.

At the end of the day, it’s your body, and obviously it’s completely up to you—and not anyone else—whether you want to leave the hairs be, or wave (more like wax) them goodbye. But if you are looking to deal with the hair on your behind, we have the go-to guide for everything you could ever want to know about the hair down there. 

We talked to Sharon Acheson, the Head Esthetician and Manager of Bare Wax Bar, which is home to Vancouver’s Brazilian Waxing Experts. She gave us the inside scoop on dealing with butt hair. The process can be pretty similar to removing hair on other parts of your body, but make sure to be extra careful since that’s probably one of the (if not the) last places you’d want razor burn or a cut. 

Professional waxing:

Waxing is one of the best ways to remove hair in the bikini area—and that includes your butt. It’s quick and efficient. Acheson recommends waxing, but says it’s best to leave it to the professionals. “Get it professionally done because your hair grows in all different directions and it’s awkward to wax back there and do it yourself. You can also break the hair and then ingrown hairs can grow and it’s hard to treat them back in that area,” she says.

If you’re worried about pain, here’s some reassurance—when compared to a bikini wax, Acheson says that, “It doesn’t hurt as much there. The hair there isn’t as coarse as everywhere else and the nerve endings are more insensitive, so the skin is able to get waxed and not feel uncomfortable.” Amber*, a college student, prefers Brazilian waxing and says it actually doesn't hurt as much as people would think. "It's really quick and the pain goes away quickly. It's simpler and it lasts longer. It depends on the person though. My sister doesn't like it." So if you're used to getting bikini waxes, the butt area will hurt even less! But if you thought a bikini wax was way too painful or you have a low pain tolerance, you definitely want to factor that into your decision. If you're worried about pain but still want to wax, try sugaring or hard wax—those are the less painful waxing methods. 

Different types of body wax:

Sugaring

This is best if you have sensitive skin because it only removes dead skin cells. It’s all organic and made just with sugar, water, and lemon. “It works on any skin condition, such as eczema, and will not upset the area,” says Acheson. “It is a medium temperature and not hot, so there is no risk of burning.” The downside? It's not as effective in removing short hairs. 

Hard wax

This is similar to sugaring and it’s also great for sensitive skin or anyone prone to irritation. It's a relatively less painful method of waxing. However, hard wax can leave you with some tiny hairs because it's not as effective as wax strips in removing short hairs.  

Wax strips

These are quick and efficient because they get all the teeny tiny hairs. With this method, Acheson says you won’t be left with any short hairs, which can sometimes happen with sugaring and hard wax.

If you’re going in for a professional bikini wax, Acheson says you can usually get the butt area included, depending on the wax package.

Waxing at home: 

If you are going to wax at home, the most effective method is to apply it in the direction of hair growth and remove in the opposite direction. Try Parissa’s Wax Strips for Face & Bikini ($9.99 at Ulta). 

Before you wax, make sure the hair is around 1/4 of an inch or else hair removal might not be effective. Also exfoliate and clean the area with some body wash or soap beforehand. Test a bit of the wax on your skin to make sure the temperature isn't too hot or cold. The temperature of the wax needs to be just right to be effective. If it's too cold the wax won't work properly and if it's too hot, you could burn yourself. When waxing, Acheson says that "You need a good firm pull on the skin"—so try to hold your skin taut. 

After your wax, you can easily remove any wax residue and moisturize your skin with baby oil or soak a cotton pad in olive oil. 

Related: Your Guide to At-Home Hair Removal

Aftercare:

After your wax, Acheson recommends using a dry bikini brush on the skin the day after because it helps to get rid of any dead skin cells. Try Merben’s Jute Bikini Brush ($16 at Merben), which helps exfoliate, prevent ingrown hairs and remove dead skin cells. You can even take steps to prevent ingrown hair in the future! Try Anthony's Ingrown Hair Treatment ($32 at Sephora). It removes dead skin, calms the skin and frees the hair before it becomes ingrown, preventing future ingrown hair irritation. 

Shaving:

If you want, shaving is also an option—but it’s not necessarily the best one. It can be much harder to reach certain areas on your behind, so use a mirror to help. Wash the area with soap and exfoliate before you reach for the razor. Be extra cautious as you obviously don’t want a cut or nick there. Be sure to check out our guide on shaving down there for additional tips. But beware! “You can get a shaving rash from it because obviously that area is quite sensitive and moisture changes. If you cut yourself, you can be quite sore and irritated,” says Acheson. For Taylor*, a college student, shaving down there can be super itchy if not done right.  “Shaving can itch like crazy—and tons of my friends agree. It can rash, it can itch, and I’ve had times when it was irritated for days." Taylor's advice? "Use lots of shaving cream and you want the razor to be good quality. As long as you’re careful, you probably won’t get a lot of itching by using shaving cream and getting a sharp razor." Also make sure to shave in the direction of hair growth. 

Alex*, another college student, recommends adding lotion (any kind that you'd usually use on your body) to the area after shaving. "I always put lotion down there right after shaving so that it doesn't get irritated. It also helps keep it hygenic. I'd say do it two to three times the first day after shaving." You can also try Bliss's Ingrown Hair Eliminating Pads ($26 at Amazon), which soothes and helps prevent post shaving ingrown hairs. Exfoliating can help prevent ingrown hairs as well. 

Another thing to consider? Shaving will only last a day or two. "At first shaving doesn’t come back for a while, but then it ends up being a day or two", says Taylor. "You have to shave more frequently as time goes by. Shaving is sort of tedious and it’s sort of difficult to just have to do it so frequently." 

But there are pros! Or else why would so many people continue to reach for the razor? Some of the benefits of shaving include that it's budget-friendly, easy to do at home and can be convenient once you do get the hang of it. So if you think the pros outweigh the cons, go for it! But as we've said, be extremely cautious and generous with the shaving cream. 

You can always try using a tweezer to remove hairs you missed with the razor, but this can be a lot more difficult to navigate when you're dealing with your behind. 

Laser Hair Removal:

If you want a more permanent option, consider laser hair removal. Laser treatments reduce hair growth to non-existent, so you’ll never have to worry about butt hair removal again! However, it is on the costly side and requires more of a commitment to sessions. “I used to be a laser therapist and it’s very stubborn for that area,” says Acheson. "It can be a bit painful and the hair doesn’t go as well as it should. Laser is expensive." According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, on average, laser hair removal is a whooping $235 per session—and keep in mind it usually takes at least an average of three to seven sessions to be permanent.

If and how you want to remove hair is up to you and you alone, so choose the method that makes you most comfortable! There are so many different ways to remove hair, so if one method doesn't work for you, no worries—there are others out there and you have the tools to find the one that helps you feel your best. 

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Prom season was a real stressor for some, especially for those who couldn’t keep up with all the huge expenses just to have a memorable night with friends. Mika Riddick, a nineteen-year-old from Maryland, however, believes in helping her fellow queens out this prom season and offered up her old prom dress to wear, free of charge. Last week, Mika tweeted out an invite to use her 2016 prom dress, and the response she got was overwhelming.

In her tweet, she specifies that a girl in need, specifically in or around the Glen Burnie area, is welcome to use her prom dress for the night.

Not only was Mika commended for selflessly offering her dress (and makeup and shoes, the whole package!) for another to wear, but other young women were inspired by her and offered up their dresses too. "As much as others are touched, they have inspired me just as much," Mika explained to 

Beautiful! You & the dress! That’s a prom dress! Very nice of you to pay it forward.

">Yahoo. "I want things like this to not be so abnormal.” 

The fact that so many women were willing to do the same indicates that this may soon be the reality for high school gals who can't swing the high cost of prom gowns. Following Mika's tweet, Twitter flooded with beautiful women offering their dresses to anyone who really needed them. Just check out some of the amazing posts!

Prom night is gonna look a lot more glamorous thanks to all these wonderful, selfless ladies. 

Rep Image: @CHIC4MASDULCE / Twitter 

Queen B and her Baby B shimmered beautifully at last weekend’s Wearable Art Gala in Los Angeles. The gala’s theme was “WACO to Wakanda,” and by the looks of this mommy-daughter duo, the flare of Black Panther-inspired Wakanda was evident.

Beyoncé and Blue Ivy showed up to the affair head to toe in gold, Beyoncé shining like a true goddess in an extravagant sheer gold gown with a long, textured train, golden headband and long flat gold earrings. Blue wore the cutest headpiece that made her hair appear as if it were made of gold strands, while her dress looked like the flashiest, most expensive gold pom-pom in existence.

The gala was no ordinary party though. It was a warm family affair which celebrated the wonderful women in Beyoncé’s family. Beyoncé, Blue Ivy, and her husband Jay-Z along with their mothers were the center of the event. Bey’s mother, Tina Knowles Lawson, hosted the gala and presented her daughter with the WACO Theater Center’s Humanitarian Award for her many efforts to aid humanitarian causes around the world. Jay-Z’s mother, Gloria Carter, received the first Everyday People Award for founding the Shawn Carter Foundation with Jay-Z.

Possibly the warmest (and arguably the most impressive achievement) was created by little Blue Ivy herself. According to a tweet from the event, Blue Ivy wrote adorable handwritten letters which were featured in the gala’s programs. Some sayings were, “For my grandma, I love you. Thank you for creating my Daddy. You make me happy,” and “For my Mommy, thank you for my brother and sister. Thank you for loving me and Daddy,”.

Pardon me, I’m choking up with soft tears. Twitter was extra moved and baffled by how perfect this family is.

We already knew this was a super-family, but this gala really drove home how wonderful they actually are. They’re not just dressed in gold for luxury’s sake, but they have hearts of gold too. Beyoncé and her daughter were so precious with their matching outfits, we hope we can see more sweet bonding moments between our queen and her baby girl.

Cover Image:@beyonce / Instagram

Austin Police said on Tuesday that a bomb that exploded inside a package at a FedEx facility near San Antonio, Texas, on Tuesday morning was apparently intended to be sent to Austin. 

National Public Radio reports that the package detonated at 12:25 a.m. CT at the facility in Schertz, Texas, near San Antonio, according to the FBI. Chief Michael Hansen of the Schertz Police says that the package exploded while on an automated conveyor inside the facility, and one FedEx employee was nearby at the time. Although the employee complained later of "ringing in the ears," there were no other injuries reported. 

This is the fifth explosion of its nature to occur this month, as the first four explosions happened in east Austin areas, CNN reports. The March 2 explosion and two on March 12 killed or wounded three African-American people and one Hispanic person. CNN also notes that the areas where residents encountered these packages are home to minority residents, and some have expressed concern that these bomb attacks could be racially motivated. The March 18 explosion injured two white men in an area where most residents are white, CNN adds. 

These bombings have led Austin police to believe that a serial bomber is at large, and now, this fifth explosion is an indicator that there may be more to come. Officials say that although the explosion occurred near San Antonio, it was both sent from and addressed to Austin, Attorney General Ken Paxton told KXAN TV news. He confirms that the package was addressed to an Austin resident. 

And if that's not terrifying enough, there has also been word of a second package that potentially contains the same threat.

"There was one other package that we believe was also loaded with an explosive device that they are working on right now," says San Antonio Police Chief William McManus, according to the NPR. 

The Sunset Valley police department released a statement on Facebook on Tuesday:

"The FBI is currently investigating a confirmed link between packages involved in the Austin bombing investigation and a mail delivery office in Sunset Valley. It appears that the source of the suspect packages was a private package delivery office in Sunset Valley. SVPD officers are assisting with traffic control within the affected area of the shopping center at 5601 Brodie Ln. At this time there are no known public safety threats to Sunset Valley residents, visitors or shoppers. However, residents should remain vigilant and report any suspicious packages, items, or occurrences by dialing 9-1-1."

This is understandably a very scary time for Austin residents and those nearby, and we're hoping this serial bombing case is resolved before any other injuries or deaths occur.

Although it’s only been a month since the fatal shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School near Parkland, Florida, school shootings and related threats are still rampant in the United States. Amidst the ongoing protests against gun violence, CNN reports that another shooting afflicted a high school in Maryland on Tuesday.  

Mere days after the #NationalWalkOut protests, a 17-year-old gunman shot at two of his fellow students at Great Mills High School. Early Tuesday morning at approximately 7:55 am, Austin Wyatt Rollins reportedly fired his semi-automatic handgun at a young woman in one of the school’s hallways, according to NBC 4 Washington.

After Rollins severely injured one of his peers, St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Deputy Blaine Gaskill, who is also the high school’s resource officer, intervened before Rollins could harm any other students or faculty. The Washington Post reports that Rollins died shortly after he was shot by Gaskill. As stated in a press conference, Sheriff Timothy K. Cameron claims that Rollins was officially declared deceased at 10:41 am.
 
NBC 4 Washington reports that the woman, who is only 16 years old, is currently in critical condition at UM Prince George’s Hospital Center after she has sustained potentially fatal injuries. As the anonymous woman fights for her life in the ICU, another student suffered minor injuries during the altercation between Gaskill and Rollins. However, The Post notes that it’s unclear if the student was wounded by Rollins or Gaskill.

Natalie Perez, a senior at Great Mills, told The Daily Beast, “We always thought that it would never happen at our school, in our small town. We were protesting for the lives of other students who were affected by gun violence, never realizing that we were also protesting for our own lives.” Because this shooting happened shortly after the National School Walkout protests, it’s understandably eerie that a shooting would impact Great Mills—especially after some of these students took part in this very protest.

In the wake of this distressing crime, survivors of the Stoneman Douglas shooting are supporting the Great Mills survivors. One of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas survivors, activist Emma Gonzalez tweeted “We are Here for you, students of Great Mills together we can stop this from ever happening again.”

Nevertheless, Gonzalez isn’t the only person consoling the Great Mills survivors. Maryland Governor Larry Hogan released a lengthy statement to ABC 13 News:"The school shooting that took place this morning at Great Mills High School remains an active investigation, and Maryland State Police are on the scene assisting local and federal law enforcement. I want to express my deepest gratitude to the St. Mary's County Sheriff's Office and all of the first responders who swiftly and bravely took action to secure the school. The First Lady and I are praying for those who were injured, their families and loved ones, and for the entire Great Mills community as they come together to heal in the wake of this horrific situation. But prayers are not enough. Although our pain remains fresh and the facts remain uncertain, today's horrible events should not be an excuse to pause our conversation about school safety. Instead, it must serve as a call to action.”

The Great Mills shooting takes place only four days before the March For Our Lives protest in Washington DC.

Regardless of the countless Hollywood stereotypes, sororities can be a great way for collegiettes to bond and create lifelong friendships and sisterhood with other driven, outgoing women. Unfortunately (although it may not exactly go down how it does in the movies), hazing does still exist within the world of sororities, rush week and finding your “forever home.”

Hazing can be a difficult and even scary experience to go through, especially if it feels like the only way you’ll be accepted into a sorority is if you endure the harsh punishments and tasks. While at the time it may seem that the end is more important than the means, please know that hazing is absolutely, 100 percent not acceptable, and you never have to do anything that you don’t want to. Period. So, we gathered up a list of a few people you can confide in, because the most important thing to do when it comes to hazing is to let someone know. You’re never alone, even when it feels like you are!

"If you're being asked to do something as a condition of joining or staying a member of an organization that's making you uncomfortable, then you should consider speaking up about that—to friends, family or others in the organization," says Tracy Maxwell, a public speaker on hazing prevention and founder of HazingPrevention.Org.

If you need to vent…

1. Talk to a trustworthy friend

There’s nothing more therapeutic during a difficult time than a vent sesh with a trusted friend. Megan Maurer, a junior at Carthage College involved in Greek life, suggests confiding in a good friend if you’re unsure of who to turn to.

“I’d first turn to a friend you’re comfortable talking to about it, whether they be in or out of the sorority,” says Megan.

And because that's way easier said than done, there is a certain kind of language you can use to better discuss the situation.

"'I am feeling uncomfortable about this...' is a great way to start a conversation with anyone, and I recommend that language to audiences I speak to about hazing," says Maxwell. "It's non-threatening, doesn't place blame and calls for a deeper exploration of the dynamics and feelings involved."

Whether you’re unsure if what you’re being subjected to by your potential sisters qualifies as "hazing" or the rush tasks begin turning from lighthearted to more serious, a trusted friend can best help you make sense of the initial situation before it turns ugly.

"There seems to be a lot of confusion about what is and isn't hazing, but I often tell students that they know when they are doing something that is not right (whether or not they would label it hazing)," says Maxwell. 

If you're unsure, a trusted friend will be there to help you figure it out!

If you need to find someone to relate to…

2. Talk to a fellow pledge or sorority member

If you confide in a friend who’s not in your sorority, there’s only so much they can truly understand. Confiding in other pledges or sorority members can help you feel better heard.

"Finding allies is the best way to increase leverage around these issues," Maxwell explains. "It's really difficult as an individual to speak up about problems, but there is safety in numbers, almost always a silent majority who feel the same way, and more likelihood that you will be heard if there's a group that bands together."

Talking with a fellow pledge or trusted member who probably went through the same experience could really help you figure out a plan of action, or feel like you’re not alone, at least.

“Sometimes, someone is the sorority can assure you or stop whatever is happening or hurting you, but if it’s putting you in danger, you need to take care of yourself first and go to someone with more authority,” says Megan.

Related: Pledging a Sorority: What It’s REALLY Like

Not everyone in the sorority may have your best interests at heart when being hazed, but they aren’t all bad apples. Oftentimes, hazing continues because the women in the sorority went through the same thing and want to make it “fair” on every pledge class to follow. There are some sisters however who do have the power to speak up for you and the other pledges to prevent the hazing from continuing, so seek out those members who don’t participate in hazing in the first place.

If you need some advice on how to move forward…

3. Talk to a family member

Family will always have your back no matter what, and you aren’t just limited to confiding in your mom or dad. Sometimes, the best people to talk to and make sense of the unfortunate situation could be a sibling, aunt or cousin, because parents will always be quick to act at the first sound of harm before you’ve even had a chance to grasp the situation. Take time in explaining the problem of hazing and seek out advice. When you’re ready to move forward with ending the situation, your family will always be right behind you to back you up.

If you need to take action…

4. Talk to someone with authority

Again, hazing is never okay under any circumstance, and it can come in many forms. While alcohol is a common form of hazing, it can also be psychological, demeaning and humiliating.

"The key words to remember are humiliating, degrading, embarrassing or potentially physically or psychologically harmful," Maxwell explains. "If they're asked to do anything that falls into those categories, chances are it's hazing. If it makes them uncomfortable, then it's questionable and should be cause for concern."

Whether the hazing is hurting you mentally or physically, taking the situation to someone with more authority should be the end goal, especially if the situation hasn’t been resolved without this type of intervention.

Related: Sorority Hazing: What's Really Going On

“If [the hazing is] really hurting you mentally and physically and pushing you to do something you don’t want to do, there’s always faculty you can turn to (Dean, someone in your office of Student Life),” Megan explains. Additionally, your chapter should have a chapter advisor who would best be able to follow the protocol when it comes to hazing in your sorority.

However, it's important to remember that every situation is unique!

"There is no one place, position or person that will always be the best," says Maxwell. "Every situation is different and every official will handle it differently, so I can't, in good conscience, say to always go to this source for great support. My best advice would be to seek someone you trust and ask them to go at a pace and in a manner that feels good to you."

Maxwell recommends seeking out a chapter advisor, campus or national organization staff member, counseling center, resident assistant, faculty member or family member. Someone you can trust!

So, when should you know to seek out the authorities?

Hazing is a difficult and scary situation, especially when considering if you should go to the authorities. There are signs, however, that this matter needs to be taken care of immediately.

"If there is potential for physical injury or dangerous levels of coerced alcohol consumption, call 911 immediately," Maxwell advises. "When your life outside of the organization and your school work is being impacted by lack of sleep, being cut off from family or friends outside the group, seemingly meaningless and time-consuming tasks, fear or anxiety about what is coming or being asked to do things that make you extremely uncomfortable, it's time to take action."

Rushing a sorority or becoming a new member should never make you feel isolated or in danger.

But, what if you want to remain anonymous?

Oftentimes it may be difficult to come forward due to people you know or your sorority finding out that you're the one who spoke up about the hazing. Luckily, there are options out there that can protect you in this situation.

"There are anonymous reporting mechanisms, including 1-888-NOT-HAZE (to report fraternity or sorority hazing), and many organizations have their own internal hotline as well," says Maxwell. "Many people are concerned about getting their organization in trouble, but depending upon the severity level being experienced, some situations require immediate intervention from law enforcement and others can be addressed more gradually through other means. Someone that you trust can help make that determination while supporting you as a victim or bystander." 

Know that you have the power to make a difference

At the end of the day, there are plenty of wonderful sororities and sisterhoods out there where hazing is not an issue. However, if you find yourself in the worst-case scenario that is hazing, the end is never worth the means.

"I believe women will be the ones to help end hazing in the years to come," says Maxwell. "While it's true that there is still hazing among women's organizations, it's almost always less violent than that found in men's groups and leads to serious injury and death far less frequently, though psychological harm is a more frequent outcome for women who are being hazed."

While this entire experience can be extremely damaging, do know that you have the power to prevent hazing. At the same time, it should also be known that hazing happens outside of Greek life as well, such as within athletics or the performing arts, so speaking up about hazing at your school could make an impact that goes way beyond sororities and fraternities.

"Hank Nuwer's latest book Hazing: Destroying Young Lives includes a chapter I wrote titled 'Women and a Feminine Leadership Style Can Defeat Hazing'. It outlines my belief that women actually have a crucial role to play in speaking out on this issue and providing influence on the culture to change," says Maxwell.

There’s always someone you can talk to, and you can make a difference for yourself and other pledges. 

Hamilton: An American Musical said it best: "It must be nice to have Washington on our [back]side." 

Last week, U.S. Representative Barbara Lee (Democrat-California) reminded me of this line when she and Republican Bruce Poliquin of Maine introduced a bill that would put prominent women on the reverse of the U.S. quarter. How's that for enacting change during Women's History Month?

Bustle reports that Lee's project is meant to honor the 19th Amendment. In case you weren't paying attention in history class, that's the all-important one that gave women the right to vote in 1920. If her new bill is passed, the governors or top officials of all 50 states, five territories, and Washington D.C. will choose a prominent woman from their specific state or territory to feature on the back side of the coin.

Admittedly, hearing about this selection process does make me a little skeptical, as most state leaders are white men. However, the bill states that if this legislation is passed, state governors are supposed to work with women's organizations in their corresponding area to choose who should be honored on the flip side of the coin. Not only that, but the women chosen must be deceased, suggesting that women whose work may have been overlooked in their lifetimes will be recognized.

As amazing as this sounds, we can't get too excited yet. The bill has been introduced but has yet to be discussed in committee meetings. But if it's passed (we're crossing our fingers), the first mockups of the coins could be released as soon as 2020, according to CNNMoney. 2020 will be the 100th anniversary of women's suffrage. Coincidence? I think not.  

Lest you think this was a quick process, Rep. Lee worked with Obama-era Treasurer Rosie Rios to draft this bill for more than a year. If Rios' name doesn't ring a bell, it should. She has been on the frontlines of discussions regarding new currency designs in recent years, pushing for a woman to be included on the $10 bill. 

Since this is a bipartisan bill (meaning that a Democrat and a Republican introduced it together), maybe, just maybe, the Republican-controlled Congress and President Donald Trump will have the heart to sign it. Really, how much harm could it do?

It's pretty cool to think that one day, our daughters might see women on their currency. Happy Women's History Month, collegiettes!

I don't know about you, but one of my favorite examples of Hollywood friendships is the group of women that starred on Saturday Night Light in the early-to-mid 2000s. Amy Poehler, Tina Fey, Rachel Dratch, Maya Rudolph and Ana Gasteyer dominated the cast in this time period, delivering sassy "Weekend Update" clapbacks and legendary characters such as Debbie Downer in a way that assured girls that there is no shame in being funny. Having worked with the other women several times since SNL​, Poehler has now given the group a reason to reunite. Refinery29 says that she will direct and star in a new Netflix comedy Wine Country, and the other former SNL ladies are already locked in to join the cast. Um, yes, please!

As originally confirmed by The Hollywood Reporter, Poehler, Dratch, Gasteyer, Rudolph, and Fey will form the film's core cast. Former SNL writers Paula Pell and Emily Spivey join them in the movie, which Spivey co-wrote with past SNL employee Liz Cackowski. The women will play a group of longtime friends who visit Napa for the weekend to celebrate a 50th birthday. 

If you were already planning a girls' night to watch the film, there are even greater reasons to support the project. Poehler will produce the movie through her company Paper Kite Productions, and filming is set to begin at the end of March. That means that the movie may appear sooner rather than later!

Proving that they're the group of friends that you totally want to hang out with, the cast announced the news via a video of them having a singalong together. Appearing on Netflix's Twitter account, the clip calls Wine Country "your new favorite movie." Well, true. 

While Wine Country will be the first feature film Poehler has directed, she has previously directed episodes of Parks and Recreation and Broad City. 

Count me in as someone who seriously can't wait for this film to hit Netflix. Do you think there's any chance of more behind-the-scenes videos from the cast?

If there's anything out there that has shattered millennials' expectations of apartments they have in their 20s, it's Monica Geller's apartment on Friends. The spacious purple haven is part of the reason why so many fans still adore the sitcom, and although we may never achieve the financial status that would earn us that kind of apartment, we can still swoon over those iconic lilac walls. The Friends set designer has now revealed why he chose such a bright, unique color for the apartment, and it sounds like we have his decision to thank for the success of Friends. 

Cosmopolitan reports that production designer John Shaffner spoke to Great Big Story about putting together Monica's apartment. He was responsible for creating sketch models of the sets for Friends' pilot episode, and initially presented the model of the apartment in complete white. "The producer looked at it and said, 'Well, now what are we going to do about color?'" Shaffner said. "And I said, 'I think we should paint the set purple.' Everybody was really anxious about it until I painted the little model purple."

"Color is really important in terms of establishing the show identity," he continued. "When you switch to Friends, you saw that it was purple and stayed tuned."

So, basically, Shaffner totally got that choosing such a bold wall color fulfilled plenty of viewers' wildest interior dreams. 

In the interview, Shaffner even addressed the mysterious door between the bathroom and the balcony in Monica's home. The closet's presence was never acknowledged on the show until the Season 8 episode "The One With The Secret Closet," and Shaffner's decision to add the door way back in Season 1 was his attempt to "look into the future."

"We put a door all the way up this hallway, and we really didn't say where it went to," Shaffner said. "I said, 'Why don't we just wait and see where the story takes us?' So all of a sudden, years into the show...they wrote an entire episode about [how] this was Monica's messy closet."

It's definitely interesting to consider if we'd love Monica's apartment just as much if it had boring, bare walls. Regardless, Shaffner clearly had a great decision in picking a color that would make viewers stop and settle in to watch Friends. 

Though picking a major can be tough, sometimes deciding which clubs and activities to sign up for can be just as frustrating. You want extracurriculars to impress your future employers, but what if you don’t know who those employers are or what kind of job you’re going to want? We know that deciding on a post-grad career path can be stressful, but that doesn’t mean choosing your extracurriculars has to be. We’ve put together a list of the best activities that are useful for any career path, so if you’re undecided about the future (or just want to beef up your Google calendar), read on! 

1. Public service

No matter what you want to do with your life, employers will always be impressed that you used your personal time to help others. Whether that means playing with children in the afternoons or building houses with Habitat for Humanity, not only will your selflessness be greatly appreciated, but you’ll feel great about it too. Jacqueline Gist, the Assistant Director of University Career Services at UNC Chapel Hill, recommends participating in different public service opportunities as a way to figure out what you’re passionate about.

For University of Connecticut grad Kyle Heaslip, participating in public service organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and Cross Cultural Connection was fulfilling in more ways than one. “Habitat helped me feel important in the community and I gained a sense of leadership and trust from other members,” explains Kyle. “In Cross Cultural Connections, I spent time with a study abroad student and helped each of them understand our culture better. [Working with Cross Cultural Connections] has given me wonderful communication and social networking skills that can really help in the long run.”

2. Greek life

Though fraternities and sororities have a reputation for partying and preppy-ness, there’s so much more behind the letters. Recruitment (the process of joining a sorority) will teach you great communication skills, and you’ll learn to handle yourself in different social situations, whether it’s organizing a fundraiser or recruiting new members. To get even more involved, try running for an office that relates to your interests. Sororities have chairs for everything from academics to finance, so there’s a leadership position for everyone if you’re interested in that.

According to Gist, “all organizations need public relations, event coordination, money management and leadership,” so you’ll be able to make new friends while building your skills. If you have sisters with the same major as you, they’ll also be able to recommend you at their internships. Plus, being in a sorority will give you access to tons of alumni networking that you can use to get a job!

3. Debate teams

They’re not just for the politically-minded—public speaking is a skill anyone can use. You’ll learn to convey your thoughts clearly, and understand different points of view. Some debate organizations, like the Demosthenians at the University of Georgia, even have their own houses and can be a great way to meet lifelong friends as well.

According to the Department of Communication at Western Washington University, there are countless benefits for trying debate in college. For one thing, it’s practical. “Employers will look for practical skills in their employees,” states their website. “Those applicants that can demonstrate an ability to think on their feet, express complex ideas verbally, and be able to not just identify problems, but solve them, will be in the highest demand. All of these skills are not just developed in college debate, but honed to a fine level of ability. Debate is not just a resume item. Debate is a real and recognizable skill that employers notice.”  We agree!

4. A club that relates to your major

If you have an idea of what field you want to go into, you should definitely seek out a related organization. For recent University of Connecticut journalism grad Jordan Acker, joining the daily student newspaper was an obvious route. “As someone who wanted to pursue photojournalism, becoming a newspaper photographer at my school made the most sense in terms of extracurriculars,” says Jordan, who now works as a photographer for LifeTouch. “Not only did I have fun and meet an entire new group of friends, but I gained the experience needed to help me land a job after graduation.”

Furthermore, pre-professional groups are also great if you don’t have a major yet—maybe you’ll love the marketing club so much that you decide to change majors! If your major doesn’t have a student organization, you can always start one yourself.

5. Be a Resident Assistant

Besides having your housing cost reduced or even covered, being an RA will teach you how to handle a plethora of issues, from roommate fights to illegal substance use. Dominique Guidry, a former RA at UNC-Charlotte, has been offered multiple jobs this summer and says that being an RA was definitely something that impressed employers.

According to Students Affairs at Stony Brook University, RAs at their school will “learn important skills in counseling, conflict management, event facilitation, and leadership.” In addition, their website states, “The position looks great on a resume, as most employers know how much responsibility is involved…You’ll develop leadership skills useful for years to come, and employers will love that you’re responsible and trained to handle difficult situations.” Sounds like a great resume-builder to us, plus a cool experience.

Related: Should You be an RA? The Perks & Pitfalls of Life as a Resident Assistant

6. Peer tutoring

It’s not just for education majors—peer tutors are regular students pursuing tons of different degree options. You can tutor whatever subjects you’re talented at, and at most schools, you’ll receive either money or course credit for doing so. Other students will appreciate your help, and you’ll show your employers that you can effectively explain challenging concepts to others.

The Robert L. Smith Learning Resources Center website at Penn State Altoona explains, “Tutoring looks great on a resume for a job or on a grad school application. Any job shows that you have initiative; however, being hired as a peer tutor shows that you have initiative and that you have been through a rigorous screening process.” By becoming a peer tutor, you’re proving to future employers that you’re willing to go the extra mile and help others.

7. School newspaper

Not only will you sharpen your writing skills, you’ll learn editing and critical thinking, too, and the ability to operate under tight deadlines, which is standard in the workplace.Good news: school papers aren’t just for journalism majors. Most will let anyone join the staff, and some papers will even pay you to write.

Maddy Harrington, who graduated from Mount Holyoke College, has an English degree, but says she got her start writing for campus publications. She began writing for a campus magazine during her sophomore year of college and landed a magazine internship that summer, where she had her writing published. The internship led her to gain an editorial position at her school paper, where she learned the basics of layout and copy editing. “For English majors, I've always felt that it's not just writing that makes you successful, it's all the other things you can manage to do at the same time,” says Maddy.

8. Career services work/career peers program

Most schools have a career services center to help students find internships and jobs, and many of these centers employ students as either interns or workers to help recruit others to seek the office’s guidance. You’ll learn about all different types of jobs, and you’ll show potential employers just how professional and driven you are. Molly Emmett worked for UNC-Chapel Hill’s career center as a senior in college, which led her to an internship at Target, where she now serves as a manager. Molly says career centers are great for any major, and that their resources are super helpful for finding internships, so be sure to visit your school’s office even if you don’t volunteer there.

9. Tour guide/orientation leader/university work

If you love your school, this one’s a no-brainer. You get to share your enthusiasm with others and get students excited for college. Employers will love that you stepped up to a leadership role on campus. These positions are very competitive, and the fact that your school wants you to represent them will make companies think you can represent them as well.

If speaking to groups really isn’t your cup of tea, there are other ways to show your school spirit. Alexa Johnson, HC campus correspondent for James Madison University, works as a Program Advisor to make bulletin boards in her school’s dormitories. She majors in design and creative writing, but says that working as a PA helped with her time management and planning skills. “It honed my creativity (since I'm always helping people come up with advertisements for programs and bulletin board ideas), three things I know will help me with a job I want one day,” says Alexa.

10. Whatever you're passionate about

The most important thing about college clubs is to do what you love, even if it doesn’t relate to your career. Education is the most important part of college, but it’s also supposed to be the best time of your life, so you deserve to have some fun! Do what makes you happy, and you’ll be motivated to do well in your studies too.

At the end of the day, Gist says that joining an organization you’re interested in is more important than what you think will look good on a resume. “Sometimes campus activities are a great way to figure out what you want to do,” she says—or (like any experience) even what you don’t want to do.

Ultimately, don't be afraid to try something outside of your comfort zone, meet people with different interests and do something you wouldn’t normally do—you might find out that it’s actually what you love.  And there’s no doubt you’ll learn important skills along the way that will help you no matter what path you decide to pursue.

Name: Sara Mitzner
Age: 34
Job Title: VP of Creative & Branding
Job Description: At Swimsuits For All, Sara provides creative direction and idea conception on everything from public relations, social media and marketing campaigns to photo shoots and videos to brand assets for their private label swimwear. She is a key player in securing long-term strategic ambassadorships with talent, specifically brokering an exclusive contract with supermodel Ashley Graham. Sara has created three highly successful ad campaigns featured in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, each garnering billions of impressions and many noteworthy press mentions. She has produced several viral videos, most notably "Curves In Bikinis" and "Beach Body. Not Sorry." each with over 2 million organic views on YouTube alone.
College Name/Major: University of Michigan/English Language and Literature
Website: www.madamemitzner.com
Twitter Handle: @madamemitzner
Instagram Handle: @madamemitzner

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

SM: There is no such thing as a typical day. There are days when I’m in back-to-back meetings, and other days I’m riding a camel in Morocco producing a marketing video. Essentially, I set strategy (PR, social media and brand strategy) for Swimsuits For All. We always start with "what do we want to say this year that speaks to who we are as a company?” and plan content and creative accordingly. Then we figure out how we can get the world to talk about it. That happens in a lot of different ways. Sometimes sitting in long meetings and sometimes on the back of a camel.

What is the best part of your job?

SM: The women. The women I work with (and the men too), the women we inspire with our campaigns and our customers.

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

SM: I was an assistant to the Fashion Director at O, The Oprah Magazine. I got that role the old school way—I was an unpaid intern at the magazine for almost a year. First one in, last one to leave, worked most weekends. Including one time when I slept in the Secaucus train station because I missed the last train back to New Jersey, where I was living with my parents. Luckily I worked in a fashion closet, so I had something to borrow to wear the next day. When my internship ended, I freelance-assisted some stylists I had met while at the magazine who had seen my work ethic and gave me a great opportunity to work with them. When an assistant role opened at Oprah, I was told I was the first person that came to mind. I made an impression as an intern that led to a job.

What words of wisdom do you find most valuable?

SM: “Nobody cares”—no one sees the blood, sweat and tears or the time you had to drive two hours at midnight back to the office because you forgot an important swimsuit for the next day’s photoshoot. They only see the end result. I’m human, but I try to focus on the work (eyes on the prize) instead of how I feel about it or the politics and drama it inevitably takes to get there. Worrying in itself is pointless, but worrying about anything other than the work is even worse.

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

SM: Not understanding what authority I had in my role. There was a photoshoot early on in my career, and the weather was horrible, but I didn’t understand that I had the authority to call it a rain day, take a small financial hit and reschedule. I took the “get it done no matter what” approach. We shot in the rain, the pictures turned out awful and we had to pay for a full re-shoot day. My boss at the time didn’t understand why I didn’t cancel the shoot to begin with. I had cost the company money because ultimately, we had to do the same photoshoot twice—all because I wasn’t clear I had that authority. I now always make sure I have a clear understanding of the decisions I can and can’t make concerning money or otherwise. I should have just asked.

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

SM: Walking on stage to the “Humpty Dance” by Digital Underground to receive PRWeek’s 40 Under 40 award. I’m still so honored to be named on that list alongside the esteemed company in my field for the work that I’ve done in marketing.

What do you look for when considering hiring someone?

SM: I often look for bright people who have done their research and are fans of the brands over direct experience. Creativity is so subjective—even direct experience isn’t as valuable as a passion for our company ethos and general common sense. Everything else can be taught.

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

SM: Millennials have such a bad rap for being entitled, so for Generation Z, the only place to go is up. Send thank you notes following interviews, research the company and individuals you are interviewing with, speak specifically, not generally, and if you’re lucky enough to get a job, work your butt off—the "no task too small" mentality goes a long way.

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

SM: Formatting. If I can’t read it, I won’t. You don’t need to put every single little thing you’ve done on there. I only care if you were an elementary school crossing guard if it’s relevant— and it rarely is. If possible, add metrics. We live in a data-driven world, so any kind of proven success is always a good thing.

Good morning Her Campus! With a break-neck news cycle, there is no possible way for you to stay on top of every story that comes across your feeds—we’re all only human, after all.

But, life comes at you fast. So grab a cup of coffee and settle in for this quick and dirty guide to stories you might’ve been sleeping on (like, literally. It’s early.)

Trump Congratulates Putin on Reelection Win After Being Advised Against It

After Russian President Vladimir Putin was reelected earlier this month, President Donald Trump revealed on Tuesday to reporters in the Oval Office that he congratulated Putin on his win. According to The Washington Post, Trump received several warnings from national security advisers and briefing materials stating, "DO NOT CONGRATULATE." Officials speaking to the Post said that Trump clearly did not read the advisers' memos and that he also ignored the aides' suggestions of how to condemn a nerve agent poisoning in the UK, which the United States has officially blamed on Russia. 

CNN reports that Trump congratulating Putin, whose continuation of power was never really doubted, stirred a reaction from GOP Sen. John McCain. McCain said, "An American president does not lead the free world by congratulating dictators on winning sham elections. And by doing so with Vladimir Putin, President Trump insulted every Russian citizen who was denied the right to vote in a free and fair election to determine their country's future, including the countless Russian patriots who have risked so much to protest and resist Putin's regime."

Trump also revealed to press that his congratulatory call to Putin also included the discussion of meeting with him in the "not too distant future."

Holocaust Denier Is GOP Nominee in Chicago House Race

Republican candidate Arthur Jones is now the official GOP nominee in a Chicago-area House race after facing no opponent in the Illinois primary on Tuesday. Jones has garnered controversy in the past for including a section called "Holocaust?" on his campaign website. 

In February, when it became clear that Jones would likely win the Republican candidacy, the Anti-Defamation League wrote a piece on Jones being a "vocal white supremacist and Holocaust denier" and how he has previously run for office unsuccessfully. According to the piece, Jones said in an interview earlier this year that he wouldn't call himself a Nazi, but the ADL reported that Jones has participated in the anti-Semitic Populist Party, the National Socialist White People's Party and the American Nazi Party in the past. 

Illinois Republican Party Chairman Tim Schneider previously denounced Jones' decision to run, saying in a statement, "The Illinois Republican Party and our country have no place for Nazis like Arthur Jones. We strongly oppose his racist views and his candidacy for any public office, including the 3rd Congressional District."

Jones is campaigning to win representation in Illinois' Third Congressional District, which the New York Times says is a primarily Democratic area covering part of Chicago and its suburbs. Jones will run against either Democrat Rep. Dan Lipinski or Democratic newcomer Marie Newman. As of Tuesday night, the results of the Democratic race had yet to be finalized. 

You'll Shed a Tear Over the Mr. Rogers Documentary Trailer

In honor of the late children's TV host Fred Rogers' 90th birthday, a trailer for the upcoming Mr. Rogers-centric documentary Won't You Be My Neighbor was released on Tuesday, and ICYMI, it's a tearjerker. Separate from the recently announced Mr. Rogers biopic that will star Tom Hanks, the documentary focuses on the PBS children's show Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood and Rogers' heartwarming effect on so many children. 

The project, due out in theaters on June 8, will feature interviews with several people who worked on the long-running TV series, as well as old interviews with Rogers, who died in 2003. 

If you're in the mood to start off your day with a good cry, check out the trailer below. 

What to look out for...

You may be stuck inside looking out at snow if you're in the Northeast, but try to find a reason to practice kindness on National Common Courtesy Day. Spread the word and remind others that a single act of kindness without any promise of thanks is worth doing.

A 22-year-old unarmed black man was fatally shot by two Sacramento police officers on Sunday night in his own backyard, The Sacramento Bee reports.

Stephon Clark was believed to be holding a tool bar when police responded to the report of someone breaking car windows nearby, according to the New York Daily News, and was pronounced dead at the scene with only a cell phone nearby. Clark leaves behind two young sons, according to his family. 

Officers responded at 9:18 p.m. to a call that described a thin, 6-foot-1 man black man dressed a black hooded sweatshirt and dark pants who was hiding in a nearby backyard after breaking several car windows. At 9:25 p.m., deputies from the Sacramento County Sheriff's Department circling the area in a helicopter spotted a man in a backyard. Instructing the officers on the ground to where they had spotted the man, they informed the officers that he had just shattered a window with a tool bar.

When officers entered the front yard of Clark's residence, police say they ordered the man who they found on the side of the house, later identified as Clark, to stop and show his hands. The NY Daily News reports that Clark held up an "object" that was "extended in front of him" when approaching the two officers, which after an investigation was concluded to be the cell phone found near Clark, not a tool bar. "Fearing for their safety," the two officers shot and hit Clark multiple times at 9:26 p.m. 

“The officers believed the suspect was pointing a firearm at them," the department said in a release. "Fearing for their safety, the officers fired their duty weapons striking the suspect multiple times." 

Sequita Thompson, Clark's grandmother, was home at the time and heard the shots. Clark had lived in the residence with his grandmother, grandfather and a few siblings says Stevante Clark, Stephon's brother, according to the Bee. Neither the grandmother nor grandfather heard commands from the police before the shots were fired. 

“The only thing that I heard was pow, pow, pow, pow, and I got to the ground,” she told the Bee. To make matters worse, the NY Daily News reports that she was interviewed for several hours before police informed her that her grandson had been shot. ABC10 reports that although she had heard the shots, she didn't realize they were directed at her grandson. A few hours later, a detective had reportedly come to the door asking for photos of her grandson when she made the devastating discovery.

“He was real quiet, and said, ma’am you can't go back there, you can't go back there,” Thompson explains. “I said 'ok.' I waited till he walked out that door, I opened up that curtain, and (saw) my grandson on the ground dead.”

The two officers have been placed on paid administrative leave, and the department plans on releasing footage from the officers' body cameras along with video and audio from the helicopter. A Go Fund Me page has been set up to pay for Clark's funeral costs, who was often referred to by his friends as "Zoe."

Clark's family say that the police wrongfully killed him and they're currently seeking justice for his death.

"I want justice for my grandson. That's all I want is justice – and for all the black kids. As a matter of fact, everybody's kid that got gunned down by policemen," she tells ABC10.