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I am a second year grad student at the University of Cincinnati school of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP). Right now I'm working at Competitions magazine that speciailizes in writing about various architectural competitions all over the world.

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Entertainment > Celebrity Commentary Britney Spears at the MTV Video Music Awards: 1 of 31
"I look like a fat cow," was what Britney allegedly said in horror after reviewing her performance at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards. She couldn't have put it any better, because deep inside when we all were watching that performance, the first thought to pop into our heads was, "Whoever told her that she was in shape and re... More..
Relationships & Family > First Dates Ten tips for the first date: 1 of 29
The dating world can be a scary place. Finding the right mate is a lengthy process and the rate of success on first dates is not very high. A lot of want to "shop around" in order to make sure they find the right person for them. Chemistry, atmosphere and timing must be right for both parties for dates to be successful. Beyon... More..
Personal Finance > Financial Planning Why budgets fail: 1 of 22
These days everyone is talking about cutting back on impulsive purchases, finding cheap bargains and, most importantly, sticking to the budget. It is becoming increasingly important to not overspend in the economic times where job security is fragile, and even the securest of employments can become a little shakier. A budget ... More..
Jobs & Careers > Job Interviews The importance of first impressions in a job interview: 1 of 20
Congratulations, you have landed yourself a job interview. Clearly, your dazzling resume or portfolio caught a prospective employer's eye, and now all you have left to do is make a good impression when you meet with your interviewers. That's easier said than done, of course. Even the most calm of individuals can become nervou... More..
Education > College Life How to get "in" with your professors: 1 of 17
If you want a ready formula to help you become best buddies with a college professor, contrary to a popular belief, Butt Kissing 101 will not always get you the desired results. Getting "in" with a professor does not necessarily mean that you need to become a slave to every word and a faithful subscriber to every philosophy t... More..
Relationships & Family > Cheating & Trust Issues Insecurity in relationships: 3 of 48
What does insecurity in relationships stem from? Past experiences, most likely. How does insecurity manifest itself? It does so through jealousy, doubt and second-guessing. It also does so through mistrust, when no matter what your partner tells you, you find yourself questioning him or her, trying to catch him or her in a li... More..
Entertainment > Music Genres, Trends & Scenes The Hip Hop revolution in music and culture: 1 of 15
Alleged fledging MC laziness - lyrics that don't make sense and flashy lifestyles have all contributed to a decline in main street appreciation for hip hop. One music artist, Nas, came out with an album entitled "Hip Hop Is Dead". The title created a stir in the hip hop community, as well as outside of it. Some people said, "... More..
Education > Financing College The social and financial challenges of going to graduate school: 1 of 14
Graduate school is not a walk in the park. There are many lasting implications that become evident when one begins to consider graduate school education as the next step in furthering his or her career. Social, emotional and financial challenges aside, graduate school takes a lot of planning, a lot of dedication and, of cours... More..
Relationships & Family > Romance & Sexuality A sex only relationship: 2 of 27
Some say that sex-only relationships always have disastrous endings. Sooner or later, one of the parties begins to develop feelings, connections that go deeper than mere physical urges of human bodies. Something begins to click and sex slowly becomes a means of passage to get the other person to spend more time, to care, to l... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Gender Issues The late, great, American male: Changes in image: 1 of 13
The demise of a traditional male character is largely due to the changing family and work dynamics and the rise of an independent female in a contemporary world. Changing human behavior and values have also something to contribute to the, not quite reversal, but a definite adjustment of male and female gender roles. As a resu... More..