Frugal Foodie’s Deli Guide
Dell’z Deli 1-A Cannon Street I had heard from friends that Dell’z Deli was a small place, but I didn’t realize how small till I stepped inside. With one foot in the door I found myself standing at the pick-up counter next to a man chowing down on one of Dell’z oversized wraps. He greeted...
Make the Switch: Befriend a Sustainable Bottle Today
What do diamonds, Betty White and BPA-free water bottles have in common? They all last forever. As a human being and avid water drinker, I fill up my stainless steel bottle about four times a day, using nothing but tap water from whatever bathroom sink or water fountain is nearby. If I’m lucky, I even...
Ten signs of a social media attention whore
Attention whore (n.): an individual that solicits attention to an excessive degree. The use of social networks, specifically Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram have reached record numbers with Facebook reaching 1 billion users in 2012, and Instagram creating b-team photographers out of everyday people. The main objective of social networks is for people to connect with...
Two-Way Or… Not Two-Way?
The opinion of the College of Charleston community goes in two directions when it comes to converting Coming and St. Philip Street into two-way corridors. In early 2012, Charleston City Council faced a dilemma. Residents of Cannonborough-Elliotborough, Radcliffeborough, and Harleston Village felt nervous about the large volume of high speed traffic cutting through their neighborhoods...
St. Patrick’s Guide to Charleston
Whether you want a cold pint or gold medal this St. Patrick’s Day, the luck o’ the Irish will be with you in Charleston. Though it is a sea away from “The Old Sod” of Ireland, Charleston goes green each March 17. But how to celebrate? Just name it, and you can find it. PubCrawler “I really just...
Leading His Alma Mater
When the time comes as a senior for most student athletes to hang up their cleats for the last time, whatever legacy they have created and how they will be remembered is complete. For former College of Charleston standout and current Men’s baseball coach Monte Lee, he continues to add to his legacy at the...
College intends to build kosher, vegetarian dining facility
If the name Marty Perlmutter isn’t already on your radar, it should be. Perlmutter is a New Yorker, son of Jewish immigrants, former Philosophy Chair at the College and has been a faculty member since 1979. He also happens to be the current director of the Jewish Studies Program, and by Fall 2014 he will...
Cougar Legends: A Conversation with Coach Kresse
Few names are more widely recognized in the Holy City than that of former College of Charleston men’s basketball coach, John Kresse. After all, ever Cougars fan sees his name every time they glance at the court inside TD Arena: John Kresse Court. Thirty years ago, Kresse led a team to a national championship victory,...
The New Faces of Cougar Basketball
In the past year, the College of Charleston has said goodbye to two legendary basketball coaches. Nancy Wilson, whose 542-win résumé stretches back to a time when the NCAA did not even recognize women’s sports, had planned to retire after the 2011-12 season. But the sudden, mid-season departure of the larger-than-life Bobby Cremins – a...
A Hipster’s Guide to Charleston
Don’t like being stereotyped as a frat star or a sorority queen? Tired of repeating those same nights O’Malleys and The Silver Dollar? Want to feel original and bold – while looking edgy? If you answered yes to any of those questions, well then you, my friend, need to put down that Bud light and...
The Frugal Foodie’s Amen for Amen Street
Growing up in New Orleans nurtured my taste buds. We have jazz, Mardi Gras and a culturally diverse history. But none of these would be what they are without food. Food permeates the streets of New Orleans and shaped the way I see the world. As you can imagine, this set the bar pretty high...
No Connection?! Wi-Fi Woes
Every semester students pay fees on top of  tuition costs at the College of Charleston. Sophomores, juniors and seniors pay a $50 Library Fee plus an $85 Technology Fee. Freshman only pay a $65 Technology Fee. Some students aren’t even aware that these additional fees are lumped into their student e-Bills with tuition, housing and...