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Downtown: Where fun goes to die?

For students, downtowns have little appeal From afar, the skylines of downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis are some of the most iconic parts of the Minnesota landscape. However, if you're a student, being downtown might be much less memorable.  Despite both downtowns...

A peek behind the college admissions curtain

The decision process from the desk of an admissions counselor "Top Ramen is the best invention in the world," read the opening line of an Augsburg University applicant's Common Application essay. Shonna Fulford, the director of admissions at Augsburg University in...

China: the rise & power of Xi Jinping

As Xi Jinping's influence grows, China is elevated to a whole new political and economic stage "There have been a lot of changes in China since I grew up there as a kid," said Jing Li, Chinese teacher. "The home, food, entertainment, and consumerism have changed the...

Try thrift & vintage shopping

Turn back the clock, freshen up your look When you're in search of new clothing, don't go straight to all the fast-fashion popular clothing brands. Instead, try thrifting and vintage shopping. "Thrifting" is shopping at a less sorted-through store of used clothing...
King of hearts

King of hearts

From Virginia to New Delhi, what molded a beloved senior The warm sun fell behind the walls of the U.S. Embassy in New...

Beck to the Future

Beck to the Future

Beck to the future How Latin teacher navigated twisting career path to upper school Some people have a calling to...

Holiday Baking

Holiday Baking

Local bakers share holiday insights You're rushing in from the chilly weather outdoors and you catch a waft of...