We almost didn’t write this post. We didn’t want to, because we didn’t want it to be misinterpreted. Halloween costumes based on a deceased celebrity can really go one of two ways: a lighthearted tribute to a favorite star or, more often than not, a tasteless joke on who the person died. And we’re […]
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#Halloween13: Guardians of the Galaxy Costume Ideas (Day 1)
Chris Pratt basically became the male Jennifer Lawrence when Guardians of the Galaxy came out. You know, the guy everybody suddenly wanted to be friends with, who made us collectively go, “Oh, why haven’t we known about this guy already? He’s pretty funny!” (Unless you’re a hipster, in which case, you were all like, “Ugh. […]
#Halloween13 is Back!
We’re at it again! Visit Collegiate Cook every day starting October 1st for 13 days of pop culture costume ideas, Halloween-themed recipes and other ways to make the most of the spooky season. In the meantime, check out some of our previous ideas, and feel free to tweet us any costume ideas you want us […]
Tailgate Tour: How Wisconsin Badgers Do Gameday
In preparation for Saturday’s noon kickoff between the USF Bulls and Wisconsin Badgers, we asked two Wisconsin grads for an insider’s take at tailgating in Madison. If you’re a Badgers fan, tailgates aren’t all burgers and hot dogs. In fact, you might as well leave those Oscar Meyers in the fridge — on the grills […]
Enter the Collegiate Cook & Deerbrook Tablet Giveaway
We’re so excited about the launch of Collegiate Cook’s USF Gameday Recipes cookbook that we’re partnering with Deerbrook Electronics to give away two Android tablets! Two readers will each win one Deerbrook 7-inch tablet, which you can check out here, and as a special bonus, we’ll gift you with a digital version of the cookbook, so […]
2014 Dorm Decorating Ideas
Shopping for your dorm room can easily veer in one of two directions: a crazy mashup of tastes that doesn’t really go together, or so matchy-matchy that you seem one fluffy toilet-seat cover shy of becoming a Stepford Wife. We want to help, so we’ve culled some of the best advice we’ve heard over the years, […]
When Ogre Cakes Happen to Good People
At some point, it happens to everyone: That incredible dessert you couldn’t wait to make, that you salivated over as you gathered the ingredients for — just turns out to be a big, fat fail. Maybe it’s horrendously ugly, worthy of a spot on CakeWrecks; maybe you had to make a last-minute substitution (hey, a […]
5 Colleges with the Best Food
By Mike Simmons of eCollegeFinder More often than not, college dining halls are right up there with communal showers when it comes to the horror stories produced by living on campus. You’d be hard-pressed to find a college freshman who doesn’t complain about the overpriced meal plans and underwhelming food options if given the opportunity. […]
14 Things Everyone Should Have in Their Kitchen by Age 25
We’re all about making due with less — A wine bottle in place of a rolling pin? Sure. A shot glass to stand in for 2 tablespoons? Definitely! — but some kitchen tools just make life so much easier that they’re worth every penny. And let’s face it: At some point, you have to relegate […]
6 Books Every Recent Graduate Should Own (or Borrow)
Graduation day is coming up fast, and after years spent pouring over textbooks, every grad could use a little wisdom that won’t be on a final exam. These books will help you grow, recalibrate your mind and prepare for the world ahead. The Gifts of Imperfection by Brene Brown The Gist: In college, it’s easy […]