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New Eats at East

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In its first few nights in operation, the line for the buffet stretched across the top floor of Findlay. But after three or four days, the line was almost nonexistent. The students had made themselves very clear that they were not on board with this long awaited dining hall.

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An Open Letter to My Freshman Year Self

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You’re probably so scared and nervous that simply just reading this is giving you anxiety. Your mind is probably 8,000 years away, planning your next day’s work or how you’re going to keep your friendships going with the new girls you just met the night before (spoiler— you’ll still be living with them three years later.)

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Dear Incoming Freshman

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Remember that night you spent cramming for an exam the next day, because you knew it would make or break your final grade? What about those endless SAT prep classes that would get you into a decent school? And that relentless voice inside your head nagging you about your GPA? Well, it all paid off!

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Surviving Dorm Life

Surviving Dorm Life

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Freshman year has many firsts: being away from home, adventuring out to Fratland, and yes– living in the dorms. Although dorm life is dreaded by many, it can be tolerable and even somewhat enjoyable if you know the ropes. From living with roommates to eating rubbery chicken, here is your guide to surviving dorm life.

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Realizing You’re Not a Freshman Anymore

Realizing You’re Not a Freshman Anymore

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It’s no secret that all upperclassmen are in denial about not being freshmen anymore. Once they start their sophomore year and they see the next batch of twerps move into East wearing their lanyards and brand new Penn State Football shirts, they start to realize that the many perks that came with the freshman life are now gone.

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