March 6, 2008

Hitting the Slopes for Less

By Ryan Carney

Living on a fixed income is critical for many college students, and inexpensive entertainment can be hard to come by. Some Duluth-Superior establishments emphasize on making activities affordable and safe for these students.

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Feeding Your Mind Shouldn’t Cost a Dime

By Elizabeth Enke

In the sit down area of Barnes & Noble, you are most likely to find an array of people from all different ages making small talk, studying, or just browsing through the books and magazines.

Today, sitting down at a table in the back of the store, Kyle Arndt is intently scribbling in a notebook. He is a student who comes here on a regular basis to do just that.

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Spring into the Outdoors

By Travis Dill


Nearly a month of subzero temperatures has only amplified students’ longing for springtime activities.

These outdoor activities are cheap ways for students to relieve the stress of academia and break their cabin fever.

“I want to get back into my summertime mode, going long-boarding and biking,� UMD senior Rob Lodge said.

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Saving Money One Happy Hour at a Time

By Brittney Silewski

What did you last night? Most of us have been asked this question at some point in our college careers. Typical small talk followed by a predictable answer: Nothing. With frigid temperatures fueling a lack of motivation, what deals do we have to look forward to in order to get out of the house and do something? There are different answers for everyone.

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