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Career Corner
STEPS TO YOUR CAREER PATH
Christine Hassler

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Hot Chelle Rae, Whatever
With their main fan base between the ages of Disney and pre-teen, most of us havent heard of (or refuse to listen to) pop-rock boys Hot Chelle Rae, but their infectious lyrics and electric sound will hook you. Sometimes a little cheesy pop goes a long way. Songs like I Like it Like That are the kind youll be jamming in your room while you get readybut not when your friends are around to judge you.

Diamond, Dont Lose Your Cool EP

If you still drive around jamming Jimmy Eat Worlds old school hits, then this is your new goto album. With catchy melodies and fun guitar riffs, Diamond really hits the spot if youre in the mood for some down-toearth melodic rock. This band will take you back to a time when college guys who wore sweaters on stage and worked boring day jobs ruled the rock world, and we all miss those times.

Back to school again... During the fall semester you busted your butt the whole week of nals because you didnt any other time b4 that week. Its cool, it Happens. Spring is here and now you have three important things to look forward to: Spring Break, Easter, and summer break.
So heres the #MultiHappens:

Your rst job out of college is one of the most important steps on your career path. Getting a job is not as hard as you think, but you have to keep a positive and realistic attitude. Your approach to your job search is more important than your degree, GPA or resume. Here are ve tips to getting off your parents couch and getting the career of your choice: Monitor your online and social networking behavior j ust like you would if you had a boss that could Google you at any moment.

Fill your time and become more attractive to employers by furthering your education, obtaining certications, or enrolling in specialized training programs.

Christine Hassler is an established life coach, author and speaker dedicated to helping 20-somethings answer important questions like Who am I?, What do I want?, and How do I get it? She was also selected by American Express to be a spokesperson and key expert for their Millennial Advocacy programs (learnvest.com/ amexbootcamps).

Set aside a designated period of time each day to search for jobs, make phone calls, network online, write cover letters, conduct informational interviews, etc. If you cannot get a job in your chosen eld, pursue internships or volunteer opportunities related to your eld. The days of mass submitting the same resume and cover letter are over. Tailor every cover letter to the job you are applying for. Mention something specic about the organization that you respect or recently learned about. Talk about how you would t with the company rather than stating that you would like to learn something from them.

1. Get a study buddy. Not a real one. More like a FWB (friend w/ benets) who takes notes.

Various Artists, Punk Goes Pop, Vol. 4

Its always interesting to see where scream-o bands put their growls and howls in these perfectly pop songs, but, man, they always put them right where I want them. Once again, the Pop Goes brand has put out an addicting, better-than-the-original album that youll be showing off to your friends in no time. Hey man, check out this SWEET version of Taylor Swifts You Belong With Me... its manly cause there are drums and man-noises.

Audra Mae and The Almighty Sound, EP

Everyone is obsessed with voices like Adele and Amy Winehouse these days, and Audra Mae ts right in with the best. Her raspy voice brings you in right at the beginning with a sassy start to Neer Do Wells and keeps you completely entranced all the way to the fun and raunchy I Wont Grow Up. If youre getting tired of Adele turning up out of the blue, replace 21 with this EP and you wont regret it.

2. If you havent planned Spring Break, do it yesterdayits already here. 3. Exercise or Sexercise. Either way you need to get in shape. If the gym isnt for you, try the bedroom. 4. Study BREAK-UP. Last thing you need going into Spring/Summer break is a ball and chain. 5. Stack some cash, specically money for drinks and little red party cups. (Borrowing and not buying text books helps.)

Dos
Treat nding a job like a job Network! Network! Network! Act professional, online and in person Personalize every resume/cover letter and proofread! Ask for help and introductions

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Fear rejection Not apply because of one requirement Blame the economy Be too proud to intern or volunteer Give up or have a negative attitude

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You Asked...

Study Breaks Staff answers your burning questions.

Sam Sumpter Editor

Ryan Elliott Campus Ambassador

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Sam, Whats your favorite part of winter? -Sara Crowley

Ryan, With a new semester, what are you looking forward to the most? - David Devers

Ngoc, When should I start planning for Spring Break? - Whitney Swales

Katie, if you could be on a game show then which one would it be? Joshua Johnson

My favorite part about winter has got to be, without doubt, less sweating. I love being able to pile on the layers--scarves, tights, ponchos (dont judge)-without dripping, Shaq-like, within ve minutes of stepping outside. Guys somehow manage to look hotter (zing!) post-perspiration. Guys and I do not have that in common.

2012 is going to bring a lot of new things. For starters Im really stoked to road trip to the East Coast this summer. Ill be checking out Washington DC and possibly traveling to Cambodia for a student internship credit. I also turn 21 in April. Ive already started a list of clubs and bars to explore when the clock strikes midnight. Cant wait to RAGE.

Its never too early to plan for Spring Break! Starting right now would give you plenty of time to research all the places you can go. At this time you can get the best prices for hotels and beach houses. Once you get your research on lock, you can start asking your friends to make the trip with you. By February you will have your trip planned rather than planning it all last minute! Have fun guys!

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PARK N MURRAY
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ts been two years since I rst interviewed Branden Rex of hip hop group Park N Murray, and although some things havent changed (hes got the same afro, tattoo collection and a nity for ummgoing green), most things haveprimarily the composition and genre of the group itself. e name and two of the members are about all thats left of the original Park N Murray, a band that combined instruments, rap and melodies for a Shwayze-like sound. But the music business doesnt provide instant grati cation, and a few too many days of fruitlessly pounding the pavement and playing shows for a handful of people led to a few of the members calling it quits and a total renovation of the groups dynamic and sound. For the better, naturally. New and Improved Park N Murray is now a threeman show, featuring front man (and self-proclaimed sex god) Rex, 23; his brother, Damien Kyleaka Daytime, 22; and Ben Buerman, 23, the newest mem-

ber of the group. eir sound is hard to describe, Rex says, but old school hip hop would probably be the easiest way to put it, with lyrics that betray Rexs poetic past. However, its the catchy choruses in party anthems like Toast to the Good Life that really get the crowd goingespecially at the hip hop night Park N Murray hosts at Bat Bar in Austin every Monday, featuring an eclectic ensemble of both solo artists and groups on the rise. It was actually through these evenings that a clique of sorts was formed, a group of eight acts that have dubbed themselves Calm Child and are currently planning a spring tour. Everyone is tryin to do that solo shit and its getting them nowhere, Rex explains the reasoning behind the collaboration. So we gureif two heads are better than one, then for sure 13 are better than two. So LAME Laying lowfor nowin the underground rap scene, Park N Murray operates under a simple

philosophy they call LAME (Letting All of Me Escape). Lame is just our way of showing individuality. A lot of norms and trends oat around and most of it just tells people what to do, Rex says. at shit is stupid, so we do what we want and say if it aint cool and being myself isnt cool, then Ill be lame. And though resisting the siren call of mainstream music may present obstacles, for Rex, its the struggle thats his motivation. If I really think about it, its the best cause the outcome of the grind will feel so deserved, he said. I wrote one line in a song that said All the pieces are gonna t to the puzzle... nding where they t is the beautiful struggle.

FIND EM ONLINE: Download Park N Murray music fo free at: www.reverbnation. com/parknmurray For more info, follow them on Twitter: @parknmurray Check out: Facebook. com/parknmurray

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LONGHORN HELLRAISERS
LOUD, PROUD AND 100% ORANGE-BLOODED
You watch them at UT games, you see them on ESPN, you hear them chanting OU can lick my balls! whenever they march to the stadium. ey paint their chests with the letters T-E-X-A-S and they wear tattered jeans and white oxfords. ey are the Longhorn Hellraisers, and they have more school spirit than youve ever dreamed of. e Longhorn Hellraisers combine sports fanatics along with people who love to show o their love for the University of Texas and, of course, their hate for Oklahoma. You can spot them at any UT sporting eventjust look for the people painted up in orange and white, singing e Eyes of Texas and intimidating opponents of UT. Hellraisers is open to anyone who likes sporting events, only roots for the home team and, most importantly, drinks! e Hellraisers attend all football games, even the away games. Each home basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, tennis and soccer game you can be sure to nd members of the Hellraisers yelling and waving their rally towels in the air. Members create a high level of enthusiasm amongst crowd members. is fan-crazed sensation is infectious for anyone sitting close to the group, and before too long the chants of the Hellraisers have spread around the stadium and you can hear the echoed Texas, Fight for miles. Hellraiser members put their horns up with pride, knowing that, win or lose, they will always have something to celebrate: Being a longhorn!

Paul Alvarado Position: President Hometown: San Antonio

We go to all sports: football, basketball, volleyball, baseball, tennis...you name it, we will be there, loud, proud, and painted up. A Longhorn Hellraiser typically is too loud to just be a fan, too vulgar to be a cheerleader, and parties too hard to be a frat boy.

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What is the meaning behind your bars name? Karen Brown, 22 Hometown: Willis Major: Health Science

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THINGS TO DO BEFORE YOUR BOYFRIEND OR GIRLFRIEND VISITS

Some of us will nd this dilemma quite familiar: You and your signicant other are separated by thousands of miles and sometimes the only way to see them is by buying an airplane ticketthose things dont come cheap. But lo and behold, that highly anticipated day will come where you nally fall back into each others arms. Making long distance relationships work is no small feat and its a few days before your sweetheart arrives when you think thatdamnthese grandma panties and sink full of dirty dishes probably wont cut it for him. Guys, as for youdont think were oblivious your manscaping. Still clueless? Follow these 10 steps to getting your sexy back.

Get waxed (girls)

Places like European Wax Center do everything from bikini line to fully-body to brazilian. Never been waxed before? Let your esthetician know, and shell walk you through it to make the experience as painless as possible. (Note: There will still be pain.)

Stock the fridge

In this wavering economy, dont feel pressured to take your signicant other out to the newest swanky restaurant. A home-cooked meal is not only more wallet-friendly but romantic as well. Girls, your guy will adore you when he opens the fridge to a sixpack of his favorite beer.

Do some manscaping (guys)

Gentlemen, do your girlfriend a favor. If you dont like to ght the jungle down there, what makes you think girls would?

Tease it up
Send a picture message of something sweet or naughty to heighten the anticipation for the arrival. Some may see this as tasteless or setting yourself up for disaster since you never know what oats around on the internet (cough Brett Favrecough), but this can be done in good taste.

Get your homework done beforehand

Get ahead in schoolwork so that nishing up that history paper is the least of your worries. Scrambling to nish a forgotten homework assignment will take time away from a relaxing weekend with your boo and add unwanted stress and distraction. World war II is the opposite of an aphrodisiac.

Scope out local events

Catch a concert or attend a wine tasting that wine and spirit stores occasionally offer (sometimes even for free!). Or run around and play house in ikea like the scene from 500 Days of Summer for a fun afternoon activity. Going about town doesnt mean breaking the bank.

Get your roommates approval

Share a room with someone or have roommates? Make sure you get the A-okay before you have guests stay over. Boyfriend, girlfriend or not, its common courtesy. Theres nothing worse than the awkward walk-in from a roommate when youre ummbusy.

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Eat healthy on the day of arrival

Theres nothing sexy about feeling bloated from greasy food when, after months of separation anxiety, your boyfriend or girlfriend pounces on you.

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Doublecheck their ight status

If theyre traveling by plane, check their updated arrival time online, because no one likes to wait by the baggage claim or circle the airport for 45 minutes. Then pucker up once you see your guy or girl and plant a big one. Tongue is optional. (But, hell, totally encouraged.)

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NEW YEARS
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The ball has dropped and youwell, youve dropped the ball. You may have forgotten to partake in the most important (yet often overlooked due to hangovers and a lack of ambition) New Years tradition, but never fear its not too late. So here they are, our resolution recs. Better late than never, eh?

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Losing That Last 5 Lbs
Well ignore the fact that this has been your New Years resolution every year since you hit puberty. Your unwavering ambition is still impressive (though clearly your success rate isnt).

HOT

Writing A Book (Or, You Know, Not.)

You know how youve been tossing around the idea of writing a memoir for years? Well, lets be realno one wants to read that shit. Buy a pair of glasses, take your MacBook to Starbucks and pretend to write a book. Thats hot too.

Writing A Tell-All Blog

Its the age of the Internet, and if the first Google result for your name is a blog chronicling your sexcapades and resulting walks of shame, you might want to consider developing an online alias. Well, only if you have any hopes for a career atlikeany point in your life.

Making Your Boyfriend/ Girlfriend Lose That Last 5 Lbs

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If they wanted to be judged, theyd be single. Literally and figuratively, embrace the bulge.

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Getting Tested
If you havent done this already and youre not exactly the Virgin Mary reincarnate, get it together. Go get yourself and your potential infections to a clinic ASAP, because while responsibility is a total turn-on Chlamydia? Ehhnot so much.

HOT

Ending Your Shitty Relationship

If youre fighting more than youre having fun, your friends have stopped taking your calls and youve dedicated Monday (and Tuesday and Wednesday) nights to rage-induced binge drinking, its time to kick that fool to the curb.

NOT

Testing Your Luck

Nothings sexier than safety. The Chinese may have dubbed 2012 the Year of the Dragon, but lets go ahead and revise that. Year of the Trojan, anyone?

NOT

Ending Your Relationship In A Shitty Way

Lets make this clear: There is nothing more cowardly than doing the deed via text, or worseFACEBOOK. Its not you, its me is douchey enough without the sad emoticon.

HOT

Quitting Smoking
Not only is it bad for you, its bad for everyone around you. Would you give a baby a beat down? Punt a puppy? Exactly, so stop sucking down cancer sticks in public. Your lungs and the general public will thank you.

HOT

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Quitting Smoking And Taking Up Dipping
Because the one thing more offensive than secondhand smoke is watching someone hack tobacco-infused lugies into a Dasani bottle.

Learning To Speak A Different Language

You only need a few key phrases, really. There is no oneno one! who isnt at least mildly aroused by someone crooning sweet nothings in their ear in a romance language. And the best part? You cant be offensive if you dont even know what youre saying.

Learning To Cook Foreign Food

Lets be realthe way to everyones heart (and ergo into their pants) is through their stomach, so break out the apron and get your Gordon Ramsay on. Because really, whats hotter than hells kitchen? STUDYBREAKS.COM JANUARY 2012|23 | 

YOUR FACEBOOK PAGE

Weve all been warned by professors, bosses, and parents alike: drunken Facebook posts and booze-lled photos will earn you a one-way ticket to unemployment and hopelessness (ok, maybe thats a stretch). But while educational enrichment and a meaningful occupation are important goals for a college student, theres no way were giving up Thirsty Thursday or our digital cameras lled with memories we dont actually remember. Heres the Study Breaks guide to (semi-)censoring your social media.

HOW TO... CLEAN UP

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BECOME HANDY WITH PHOTOSHOP

Many a priceless moment has been edited with a simple crop or iPhotos handy retouch button; whole beer can logos or infamous red Solo cups can be blurred or darkened if theyre simply in the background of a good picture. The emphasis here also rests on good picture editing skills dont stand up to you passed out on the oor or using the toilet seat as a headrest. Do your best not to overshare party picturesespecially of this nature.

BEWARE OF YOUR ENDORSEMENTS

I cant imagine much would be worse than an employer scrolling through an info page to check educational history and discovering that their job candidate likes 2,589 pages of things ranging from LOLCats to That moment when you wake up to a text from him and you know its meant to be This like feature can be especially helpful if you subscribe to volunteer organizations, local businesses, or general causes you believe in, but lets keep any obsessions with felines and romantic clichs to ourselves, shall we?

PRIVACY SETTINGS ARE YOUR FRIENDS

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Thanks to the Web, the whole Big Brother is watching you thing is coming creepily close to the truth, so take precautions and use social media privacy settings to your advantage. New additions to Facebook allow you to screen certain parts of your page to specic people as a blanket rule, limiting visibility of tagged photos to any friends over the age of 30 might be a smart idea. Wall posts by friends can be good to eliminate as well; drunk posting always sounds especially entertaining in the hazy moment, but Aunt Mable and the guy interviewing you next week probably dont think so.

USE DISCRETION

You want to appear happy, social and reasonably levelheaded when it comes to your social media page and hopefully, in real life, you are! Granted, we have all had our bad days and denitely a moment or two when we partied too hard, but photos or posts displaying these kinds of things are most likely a no-no. That snap of you and your dad enjoying wine over the holidays? Probably okay. That picture of you from Spring Break, inebriated and showing off umm every tan line? Absolutely not okay.

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Too soon? Never. Sure its hard to imagine frolicking in the surf, beer in your hand and future hook-up on your arm, when the only things on your mind are staying warm and not failing your rst exam, but time ies and before you know it, March will be here. Youre already destined for inevitable disappointment when you mess up your midterms; dont screw up Spring Break too. Fortunately, planning the perfect trip isnt as difcult as acing your anatomy examespecially when you book with Texas-based Inertia Tours. Inertia guarantees youll have a fabulous time youll always (or, more likely, never) remember. For $259-$275 per person, all your bases are covered for a ve-day, four-night trip to epic Spring Break locale, South Padre Island. Andeven better meals are included, so when you blow your last couple bucks on a half-dozen forties, youre not destined for a week of Ramen noodles. (Good luck trying to cook those on the beach, anyways.) Inertia even throws in a $30 gas ll-up card per room so your tank is covered one way. Dont procrastinate. Youve got Christmas money on hand, so book with Inertia and spend the next few months daydreaming in class about babes, bros, bikinis, and mayhem on the beach. Bumpin and grindin, beer bongs and hot tub hook-ups. its just what Grandma had in mind when she wrote you that check.

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MONDAY
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TUESDAY
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WEDNESDAY
Call For Specials 784-3888 Reverse Happy Hour till 11 and $2 Jello Shots and $3 wells all night 4-8 HH // $1 off select drafts, well drinks and house wines 7-11PM// $3 Frozen Or Rocks Margaritas HHour 2-8PM $2 Wells, & $3 Domestics // $2 Wells & $3 Domestics $2 Mexican Beers Every Night! Weds Cherry Bomb Night w/ Get Right Kids & $3 Cherry Bombs $2 Wells & $3 Domestics, Happy Hour 2-8 pm: $2 Well & $2 Domestics Lunch Buffest 11-2:30 // 1/2 Price Pints & App 4-7 Daily

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$3 H Bombs and Famous Bombs All Night Thirsty Thursdays, $2 bud light all night long and $2 jello Shots, Reverse Happy Hour till 11 4-8 HH // $1 off select drafts, well drinks and wines 7-11PM// $6 32oz Long Island Tea & Texas Tea HHour 2-8PM $2 Wells, & $3 Domestics // $1 Tall Boys $2 Mexican Beers Every Night! Thursday Live Music Happy Hour All Night $2 Wells & $2 Domestics Lunch Buffest 11-2:30 // 1/2 Price Pints & App 4-7 Daily

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F: $3 U Call Its till 11PM S: $3 U Call Its till 11PM F+S: $4 wells all night long, best in the warehouse district. F: 8 - Close: $4 Zwack Bombs & $3 Mirror Pond Pale Ale F: 7-11PM// $3.50 Jagerbombs & H-Bombs S: 7-11PM// $2 Off Dos XX & Miller Lt. Pitchers F+S: HAPPY HOUR UNTIL 11PM-7 // $2 WELLS & $3 DOMESTICS F+S: $2 Mexican Beers Every Night! F: Fri Reverse Hh 12-2Am w/ Tmc S: Rotating Djs w/ $100 Bottle Service F+S: Happy Hour 2-8 pm: $2 wells and dom $4 F BOMBS ALL DAY EVERYDAY estics Lunch Buffest 11-2:30 // 1/2 Price Pints & App 4-7 Daily

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$2 Wells & $3 Domestics Lunch Buffest 11-2:30 // 1/2 Price Pints & App 4-7 Daily Lunch Buffest 11-2:30 // 1/2 Price Pints & App 4-7 Daily

99 Ritas from 2-6 & $1.99 6-7. $6 Mexican Martinis, 2.75 S: $2.50 Brunch Drinks 10-3! Bloody Marys, Mimosas, Poinsettias, $2.50 Brunch Drinks 10-3! Bloody Marys, Mimosas, Poinsettias, $6 Mexican Martinis, 3.50 Flavored Ritas, 2.75 House Ritas & Imported Beer, & 1.95 Domestic Beer from 2-7. Screwdrivers & Greyhounds. Brunch from 10-3! Screwdrivers & Greyhounds. Brunch from 10-3! Imported Beer, & 1.95 Domestic Beer. Mon-Sat from 2-7pm. GET DRINK SPECIALS SENT DIRECTLY TO YOUR PHONE! TEXT 11SBVIP to 64842 BECOME A STUDY BREAKS VIP and GET FREE STUFF 99 Ritas from 2-6 & $1.99 6-7. $6 Mexican Martinis, 2.75 S: $2.50 Brunch Drinks 10-3! Bloody Marys, Mimosas, Poinsettias, $2.50 Brunch Drinks 10-3! Bloody Marys, Mimosas, Poinsettias, $6 Mexican Martinis, 3.50 Flavored Ritas, 2.75 House Ritas & Imported Beer, & 1.95 Domestic Beer from 2-7. Screwdrivers & Greyhounds. Brunch from 10-3! Screwdrivers & Greyhounds. Brunch from 10-3! Imported Beer, & 1.95 Domestic Beer. Mon-Sat from 2-7pm. $2.50 Rolling Rock Draft, $3.00 Wells, $2.00 Blood Shots $1 Jello Shots and Test Tubes $3 Domestics, Long Islands and Frozen Drinks after the band $1 Wells, $3 F-Bombs, $3 Famous, $2 Wells after 11pm College Night// $1.50 Domestic Bottles & Well Drinks + $2 Import Bottles & $2.50 U Call Its - Until 11PM $2 Any Beer, $2 Any Drink $3 You Call Its $3 Anything Happy Hour 3pm-6pm and 10pm -close $5 Pitchers, $2 Wells & Domestics $1.50 Bar Drink & Miller Lite Pitchers $3 Wells/Domestics and Draft Beer Pitcher Specials $2 Any Mixed Drink, Any Beer No Cover // $2 PBR + $4 H Bombs w/Redbull - 10pm-2am $1 Any Liquor, $2 F-Bombs $2 Wells and Domestics for all Ladies, $4 Famous, $4 Famous $1 Well Drinks All Nite $2 You Call It $5 Sh*t Kicker Cocktails Live Texas Country Music & Weekly Bikini Contest $2 Wells & Domestics + $5 Mason Jars WAREHOUSE DISTRICT $3 F-Bombs, $1 Wells, $2 Doubles, $2 Domestics F+S: $2.00 Blood Shots, $2.50 Rolling Rock Draft F: $4 H-Bombs S: $1 Jello Shots & Test Tubes // $3 Dom, LITs & Frozen Drinks F+S: $1 Wells, $3 Shot Tubes, $4 F-Bombs, $4 Famous, $4 Wells after 11pm F+S: $2.50 U Call Its Until 11PM & $3 Long Island Teas All Night F: $2 Wells and Domestics S: $2 You Call It til 11PM F+S: $3 Domestics Till 11pm F+S: $2 Domestics, $2 Wells, $3 F-Bombs F: Happy Hour 3pm-6pm and 10pm-close S: Happy Hour 3pm-6pm and 10pm-close F+S: $2 Wells & Domestics until 11PM F: $1.50 Miller Lt Drafts & Y Vodka + $4 Crown Royal S: $2.75 Bar Drinks & Most Domestic Longnecks F: Bobby Cooks Amateur Strip Off / $300 Cash Prizes S: Dance to the Sounds DJ Licious F: $2 Wells & Domestics S: $2 You Call It Til 11PM F+S: $2 test tube shots F+S: $2 Wells, $2 Beers, $3 F-Bombs F: $3 Wells until 11pm, $150 Any Bottle Service, 1/2 Off Champange, 1/2 Wine S: Famous Vodka Specials F+S: $2 Well Drinks & Domestic Beers Till 11PM F+S: $2 You Call Its until 11pm, $3 F-Bombs F: $5 Red Bull Vodka & $3 Deep Eddy Sweet Tea Vodka S: $3 PBR Tall Boys & $3 Jim Beam F: Live Music & Frat vs. Food Challenge S: College Gameday Brunch 25 Wells, $1 Triples CLOSED $2 Well Drinks & Well Shots $3 Any Beer, $2 Wells, $2 Bomb $1 Miller High Life & $3 Bacardi Silver $3 F-Bombs, No Cover 21+ Famous Vodka Specials $2 Wells And Domestics Til 11PM $3 F-Bombs $5 Sweet Ass Texas Tea $2.50 Wells, $2.50 Rolling Rock Draft, $2.00 Blood Shots, $3 Lonestar, Miller High Life and Pabst Blue Ribbon $3 Wells, $3 Any Beer, $3 F-Bombs, $3 Famous $1.50 Domestic Drafts & Well Drinks $2 You Call it all night $3 Domestics $2 Any Liquor, $3 F-Bombs Happy Hour 3pm-6pm and 10pm-close $2 Wells & Domestics Available for private parties. Contact us today! Drink Specials All Day/All Night // Free Burgers 5-8PM Available for private parties. Contact us today! $3 F-Bombs $3 LITs and $3 Margaritas $2.00 Blood Shots, $2.50 Rolling Rock Draft $2 Vodka Bombs and Kazis All Night! F-Bombs Specials

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F+S: $3 F-Bombs, $2 Domestics, $2 Wells, $3 Doubles

$2 You Call It $3 F-Bombs, 25 Wells, $1 Triples $3 F-Bombs, No Cover 21+

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HH 5P-9PM//$3 Drafts, $2.50 Bud & Miller Lt + $4-$8 Martini Shakers
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t rst glance, it would be easy for a stranger to stick Mandie in the bimbo box. Five feet tall, probably 95 lbs soaking wet, and blessed with classic blonde-haired, blue-eyed, all-American good looks, its understandable the jealousy the tiny beauty would inspire. But unfortunately for the haters, the second you were to meet her, youd be proved completely wrong. Not only is the 22-year-old Texas State student smart (shes majoring in psychology with a minor in biology and counts bio-engineering plants as one of her hobbies), but shes also irresistibly nice with a wicked sense of humor and a surprising tattoo collection. Oh, and she could probably kick your ass. (Yes, you heard that rightshe does martial arts.) Study in contrasts Spend ve minutes with the bundle of energy that is Mandie Wilson, and youll realize theres no simple way to describe our cover girl except, perhaps, to say just that: eres no easy way to describe her. Well, maybe you could say shes a walking contradiction: A Texas native and self-described country girl who has done barrel racing and used to ride horses, she also spent some time (in ve-inch heels, for the record) as a club promoter in downtown Houston. She was a high school cheerleader and also the captain of her high school wrestling team. (See aforementioned ass-kicking comment.) She cites her favorite book as Gerald N. Callahans Faith, Madness and Spontaneous Human Combustion: What Immunology Can Teach Us About Self-Perception and her favorite movie as Gremlins. She paints and sketches in her free time, but she also has a passion for neuroscience and botany. She loves chocolate and margaritas, but she runs at least seven miles most days. She uses (mild) profanity in one paragraph of her

emails, and casually tosses Latin phrases into the next. Shes down-to-earth, but she has big dreams. I dont see why you have to sacri ce your passions to t in an easily readable box, she says. Let that be a lesson to us all. Back in the day It seems redundant, but eclecticism is the theme of her story (which not only makes her interesting to talk to, but nearly impossible to write about, by the way), and its the perfect word to describe her past as well. As noted above, in high school she was both a varsity cheerleader and the captain of the wrestling team, which is especially interesting since most wouldnt imagine the small, peppy girl with the giant smile whose instructing you to Be aggressive, be, be aggressive would be the same one youd be circling with on the mat before a grapple that would most likely end up with her pinning you down for a one, two, three count. In addition to her athletic past in high school, she has also had quite an interesting employment history. Her entry photo, a picture she readily admits is head-on-boobs (and garnered her over ve thousand votes in the contest), can be explained by one of her past jobs. Im generally a good girl but I came o as pretty wild when I worked as a promoter for various clubs in Houston, she explains. And its true that its easy to imagine people ocking into clubs when approached by such a friendly and outgoing girl, but it wasnt the perfect scenario for Mandie. It was awesome when you had a good conversation with people you were meeting, but it was lousy when you bumped

into creeps. e hours were awful but the pay was good. All in all it wasnt really worth it, it was always downtown and its not exactly the most crime-free part. (Apparently even high school wrestling doesnt ensure safety on the dirty streets.) Alongside that job, Mandie had one at a tanning salon, a gig that illustrates her hardworking tendencies as she worked her way up from what was essentially cleaner of ass sweat to manager, even overseeing the ownership change. Her resume also demonstrates that she took the time to work in the unpaid arena (that would be something called philanthropy, kids) with her work as a hostess for Riders for Readers, an organization that pairs equestrian activities with fundraising for schools.

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I really appreciated how it taught me about humility and charity, she says. Half the time I was dressed classy and the other half I was in rags getting horse poo and mud o things; it didnt really matter because I knew I was contributing to an important cause. Education is so important. And its not hard to imagine someone who waxes nostalgic about the times of celebrity scientists like Albert Einstein and Marie Curie and dreams of becoming a professor prioritizing education. Flower Child Let it be known that its not all work and no play for Mandie, but when she lists her hobbies, while all are interesting and some are understandable, somewell, some are just unexpectedbioengineering plants, for example. e reason Im into bio-engineering glowing plants isnt because Ive watched Avatar too many times, she promises. I want to make the world a beautiful place and make people smile who doesnt love owers?but I know how to make it a major economical enterprise that wouldnt hurt the environment. And the girl is pure encyclopedia on the subject, explaining patiently that there are several ways to generate luminosity in plants involving GFPs (thats green uorescent proteins), gold particles and gene insertion, and that when it hits marketable status it will make a huge mark on what she says is a 36 billion dollar ornamental plant industry. ere are several plants and plant-like organisms that already are luminescent; I think the key however will be gene-insertion and ampli cation of gene expression, she says con dently in a language well dub Braniac. Yeahjust go with it. And the winner is Like you wouldnt typically expect a cover girl to be able to read an EEG (thats Electroencephalographyobviously) report, you wouldnt typically expect someone who dabbles in neuroscience to enter a cover girl contest. To be honest, I entered the contest on a whim; I didnt have

any expectations, she says, explaining that she told a few friends about it sheepishly. But as votes came in slowly at rst, by the second day they were pouring in, and the cover girl dream became a potential reality as the idea that winning was achievable sunk in. I think I thought it would be neat, she explains. Im a pretty odd girl. Ive got some stories and characteristics you wouldnt expect to be in one person, and I kind of hope that makes someone else who feels atypical feel like theyre special too. On the Horizon With a million di erent things going on in the present and a past thats just as diversi ed, itd be difcult or nearly impossible to guess our cover girls plans for the future (WWE starNobel Prize-winnerrabbit trainer?), and when asked, Mandie seems to have about as vague an idea. Im just going to roll with the punches and see how my experiences mold me; I like general plans but I have a lot more living to do, she says. I just want to be happy and explore life. I aim to be successful but I wouldnt mind making the world a little more beautiful I want to help others by sharing knowledge. Her undergraduate degree just nished o , with grad school plans and countless aspirations, its hard to imagine where shell end up in ve, 10 or 15 years, but while she describes her dream job as professor of psychology or biology, there is one career she mentions that seems like the perfect t. I always thought it would be cool to have a TV show called Sexy Science, she reveals. It would talk about science news and how things work sort of like Bill Nye but more MANswers. I wouldnt mind being the hostess on that. But while she has big dreams for the future, as of press time she was perfectly content with enjoying the present. My brain is so fried from nals and the stress of graduating and starting a new job, she admits. I cant wait for New Years so I can let my hair down.

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Mandie at age 3

From cheering to wrestling to barrel racing, Mandie has always been a multidimensional dynamo.

Cheer senior year 06-07 Morton Ranch High School

Country girl at heart

Wrestling days in highschool 06-07 senior year

MANDIE WILSON

1. She speaks excellent Spanish 2. Her hobbies include gymnastics, cross-stitching and creating Georgia OKeefe-esque paintings of owers 3. Theres a UV tattoo of a 3 star on her left foot (and a regular tattoo of a star on her right) 4. Ever the botanist, her plants-in-progress include an orchid and an avocado plant 5. She once met rapper Bun B 6. Leo is the name of her nearly 20 lb. rabbit (Yes, 20 lbs.) 7. Shes the rst person in her family to go to college 8. From a completely unbiased journalistic perspective: Shes a total badass 7 4 5 1

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COVER GIRL RUNNERS-UP

All the Cover Girl Contest applicants were lovely, but there were a few that stood out as particularly interesting and, well, we couldnt bear to leave them out. With looks, ambition and some unique hobbies (or even petsSequoias duck, for example), these ladies arent just eye candy.

SEQUOIA OWENS: The Animal Lover

Age: 20 years young Major/School: Psychology at Texas State University Hometown: Houston Twitter: SeqOwens Relationship status: Single! Turn-ons: Men Turn-offs: Boys Career aspirations: Couple/Family Therapist Hobbies: Tennis, animal rights activism, shopping, and I love to travel. Ive been to Central America, Europe, the Caribbean, and in the summer of 2012 Im planning on going to the Philippines to visit family! On the weekends: My weekend starts on Thirsty Thursday! If I dont have a modeling gig, I usually shop for the perfect outts if I need to, get beautied and hang out with my friends going to clubs, concerts, festivals, movies, etc. I can sleep when Im dead! In 10 years: In a career that I love, most likely married and thinking about starting a family. One word that describes you: Dynamic, because Im really active and energetic. I like to do spontaneous things; going and having fun and a good laugh is what Im all about. Im also very self-motivatedwhen I set my mind to something I get it done! Fun Fact: I have two dermal piercings on my lower abdomen near my hips. I love them. The perfect Study Break: Anything that helps me get rid of stress! Whether its going to a party, watching a movie with the girls, or having fun in the sun, as long as Im not thinking about school, its a study break! Celebrity doppelganger: Leona Lewis Hidden talents: I keep them hidden for a reason! People would be surprised to know: Im vegan! I was a vegetarian for about three years, and vegan for the past two years. Mostly for compassionate reasons, but also for health benets!

SARA WEAVER The Outdoorswoman

Age: 20 Major/School: Mass Communications at Texas State University Hometown: Alvin Twitter: PartyWeav Relationship status: Single and on the prowl Turn-ons: Tan, muscles. white teeth, great smile and fresh breath along with a sassy personality Turn-offs: Pasty skin and BORING PEOPLE Career aspirations: Once I get my advertising career going at Southwest Airlines advertising division, it would be a dream of mine to start my own charity for third world countries as far as clean water, food and shelter. Hobbies: Horseback riding, jet skiing, wakeboarding, working out, tanning, saltwater shing, dove hunting and hanging out with my besties! On the weekends: Tearing apart Austins night life, studying, and dirt biking, as well as making a splash in Lake Travis and church on Sundays. In 10 years: I see myself employed by Southwest airlines, being on a reality TV show, and I dont think Ill have the time or patience for starting my own family. Im thrilled to be where I am for the time being! One word that describes you: Crafty, because I sometimes am a one-liner designer and like separating myself from the herd; Im a cow of a different color. Fun Fact: Im Italian The perfect Study Break: Besides the Study Breaks magazine, I indulge in chocolate while watching the Real Housewives, and I like to pretend Im them sometimes. Celebrity doppelganger: Demi Moore. I mean call me Demi, I want Moore! Hidden talents: I play the Trumpet and I am currently starting my own spray tanning business on the Texas State campus! People would be surprised to know: I have an addiction to scratching Lotto tickets.

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MEGAN KELLEY The Next Erin Andrews

Nickname: Meggers, Megaphone, Megs Age: 22 Major/School: Radio, Television, Film Communication at UT Hometown: Waskom Twitter: iMeggers Relationship status: SINGLE ;) Turn-ons: Someone with a great sense of humor. Im also a sucker for pretty eyes, usually blue. Turn-offs: Cheesy pick-up lines and guys that ask me for my number when I am working! Career aspirations: One day I want to be the next Erin Andrews on ESPN. Hobbies: I have started picking up photography and painting in my spare time. I am no Picasso, by any means, but I really enjoy being creative. On the weekends: During the summer I would spend a lot of my time wakeboarding on Lake Austin. Now that it is getting colder out, I have to nd something else to occupy my time. When I am not bartending at the Ranch on West 6th Street, I like to go out with my girls! Sunday Funday brunch is always a must at the end of a great weekend. One word that describes you: Spontaneous, because I am always living on the edge. I never know what shenanigans I will get myself into, and I am not scared to be adventurous. My life keeps me on my toes and I love it! Fun Fact: When I was younger I played baseball and football. I was like Ice Box in the movie Little Giants. The perfect Study Break: My idea of the perfect study break is doing some hot yoga followed by a visit to Whole Foods. Yoga helps me clear my mind and eliminates my stress. As for Whole Foods, well who DOESNT love that place?! Celebrity doppelganger: Ive had people tell me that I look like Famke Janssen. She was Jean Grey in X-Men & the mom in Taken. Hidden talents: I can walk on my hands. Not very far, but its a denitely a conversation starter! People would be surprised to know: I am VERY accident-prone. I am always falling down, running into things, and just injuring myself in general. Nothing as serious as broken bones, but I do have a lot of scars with some pretty funny stories behind them.

ALLISON WELLS The Karate Kid

Age: 20 Major/School: Urban Studies at UT Hometown: Houston Twitter: allie_wells Relationship status: In a relationship Turn-ons: A nice smile, easy to talk to and likes to have fun Turn-offs: Someone who is self-centered and cant hold a conversation Career aspirations: Sports and entertainment lawyer Hobbies: Spending time with friends, shopping, attending sporting events and sailing On the weekends: Attending sporting events with friends and enjoying their company In 10 years: A successful lawyer and enjoying life to the fullest One word that describes you: Charismatic. I have a strong and powerful personality and I tend to choose my words carefully so that they carry great weight and can have an impact on my community. Fun Fact: I was asked to compete and represent the United States in a karate tournament in Japan. The perfect Study Break: Relaxing or taking a nap while listening to Drakes Take Care album. Celebrity doppelganger: Stacey Dash Hidden talents: Shotokan Karate People would be surprised to know: I am a member of the sailing team.

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Making a place feel like home can be a difcult taskespecially when youre busy trying to balance two majors, two jobs and time for yourself. But Lauren Cooney, a senior double majoring in English and Anthropology, has taken the time between class, work andas of recentlybouts of rock climbing, to truly personalize her space. With a National Geographic wallpaper job, funky antiques and a certain fat feline roaming around, her bedroom is anything but boring. Tell us about yourself: Lauren Cooney, 21 Major: Anthropology Hometown: Cedar Hill

I am a senior, double majoring in English (UTeach) and Anthropology at UT. I also work two jobs so my schedule can get pretty chaotic, but in my spare time Im usually nding new things to try. Lately Ive been getting into rock climbing. Like every other college student everywhere, I love living on my own. ough, since Ive moved out of my folks place I certainly have not felt alone. When I rst moved to Austin, I moved into the Pearl Street Cooperative and was surrounded by another 100 crazy students like me. Best decision I ever made!
What is one item in your room that best describes you? How do you like living on your own?

What is one thing you wouldnt live without in your apartment? What was your inspiration for decorating your room?

My obese kitty, Simon.

Ive always liked a vintage look, and I just try to nd eclectic pieces that speak to me. I love walking around antique shops like Uncommon Objects and getting inspired.
How do you like living with roommates?

MY PLACE

Ive had good roommates, and also not so good roommates. at doesnt discourage me though; living with di erent personalities requires learning patience and compromise. You pick your battles!
When setting boundaries, what are some you discussed with your roommates?

Mix and match painted frames all in one color Organize your books by color for an extra pop!

Im not sure any one item could be re ective of me, but if I had to choose my favorite thing in my room, its the map I created out of old National Geographic magazines. It was the rst DIY project I ever attempted and it has turned my dreary dorm room walls into a place that feels more like home.
What do you like best about living away from your parents?

e only real issues Ive had with roommates have involved people not doing their dishes or not re lling a Brita pitcher. Oddly enough, Ive heard those sentiments echoed by my friends with their roommates. Apparently the almighty Brita pitcher can be a real deal breaker for some people. Just take a look at passiveaggressivenotes.com
How close are you to campus? How do you like that?

Having the complete freedom to come and go as I please.

I am the closest I have ever been to school right now. I live in Harris Park, and nothing is better than a 30-second bike ride to campus or a minute walk to JPs Java. But it de nitely makes nding an excuse to not go to class a little more di cult!

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Finals are over and you can nally put the fall semester behind you. You got everything you wanted for Christmas (or you bought it with the money Grandma gave you), rang in 2012 with your best friends, and snagged that kiss at midnight. Life seems to be oating along pretty smoothly, but with the holidays dragging behind you and a shiny new semester in front of you, stress is right around the corner. Managing stress is never easy, but with some tips and tricks you can avoid caffeine-induced panic attacks in the middle of the night over registration, papers and rst deadlines, etc. The rst set of exams is always the hardest (or at least the one you seem to be least-prepared for), so here are a few ways to keep your head level and your workload manageable so that you dont totally fail at accomplishing those New Years resolutions.

GET ORGANIZED AHEAD OF TIME

Everyone starts off the semester with the best intentions you buy the new binders and planner, you write everything from your syllabi on your calendar, your backpack is organized and perfect, and youre ready to take the semester by storm. But what happens by the twelth class day? Youve lost your planner, all your notes are in the same binder and your backpack has become a black hole for everything you never wanted to lose. DONT LET THIS HAPPEN.

SET ASIDE TIME FOR YOURSELF

Pampering yourself is a necessity, not a luxury. Even if its just a bubble bath before bed, remember to treat yourself every now and then to keep a smile on your face.

HAVE A DRINK OR TWO

Theres no shame in having a glass of wine before bed or maybe a mimosa before class. If youre really on edge, take a break, turn on the game, and throw back a couple beers. Just make sure youre not passed out before you write that paper.

TALK TO SOMEONE
Whether its stress, relationship problems or just a case of homesickness thats got you down, theres no doubt your campus has an entire staff devoted to your mental well-being and willing to help you outusually for free! Dont be afraid to go in and talk to someone; theyre paid to hear you vent about your problems. You know, unlike your friends.

STRETCH IT OUT
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Focusing on others will help you forget about whats driving you nuts and add some positive energy into your life. Volunteer at a local soup kitchen or animal shelter (because who doesnt relax when rolling around in puppies?) to give back to the community and take a break from the books.

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While I normally hate winter weather and shivering in my boots, one thing I do love is cozying up on the couch with a big bowl of hot soup to warm up. Whether your New Years resolution is to lose a few pounds or just saying To hell with resolution weight loss, these recipes will sure be able to keep you warm all season long.

INGREDIENTS: 3 tbs extra virgin olive oil 6 corn tortillas, diced 1 tbs minced garlic 4 tbs chopped cilantro 1 tbs cumin 2 tbs chili powder 8 cups chicken stock or broth 2 cans diced fire-roasted tomatoes 1 large onion, chopped Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings: chopped avocado, cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, lime juice wedges, cooked chicken

INGREDIENTS: 1 pound ground pork 2 grilled chorizo sausages, sliced 2 tbs Creole seasoning 2 tbs olive oil cup chopped onion 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped 2 celery stalk, finely chopped 2 cored tomatoes, finely chopped 4 bay leaves 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp hot sauce cup of brown rice 3 cups chicken stock DIRECTIONS: In a bowl, combine ground pork with a tablespoon of Creole seasoning, and work in seasoning well. Make small meat balls with the pork. In a large saucepan, heat oil over high heat with onion, pepper and celery for about three minutes. Add garlic, tomatoes, bay leaves, Worcestershire and hot sauces and meat balls. Cook for about 3-4 minutes. Stir in rice and slowly add broth and another 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning. Reduce heat to medium and cook until rice absorbs liquid and becomes tender, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes. When rice is just tender, add sliced sausages. Cook until rice is done and liquid is almost all gone, about 10 minutes more. Season to taste with salt, pepper and Creole seasoning.

DIRECTIONS: Heat oil over medium-high heat in large pot until hot. Add diced tortillas and garlic and cook until soft. Add cilantro, cumin, chili powder and stir to evenly coat. Add broth. Process tomatoes and onion in a blender until smooth and stir into soup. Bring to boil, then simmer for about 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

CORN CHOWDER
INGREDIENTS: 8 cups corn kernels (or 8 ears corn, husks and silk removed) 3 tbs unsalted butter 1 onion, chopped fine 4 slices bacon, halved lengthwise and cut into inch pieces 2 tsp thyme 2 tsp salt 1 tsp pepper

cup all-purpose flour

5 cups water pound red potatoes, cut into inch pieces 1 cup half-and-half 1 tbs sugar 3 tbs chopped basil

Melt butter in Dutch oven over medium heat and add onion, bacon, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, until onion is softened and edges begin to brown, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes. Gradually add water, whisking constantly, and bring to a boil. Add corn kernels and potatoes. Return to simmer, reduce heat to medium-low and cook until potatoes have softened, 15-18 minutes. Transfer 2 cups of chowder to a blender and process until smooth. Return puree to chowder, add half-and-half and return to simmer. Remove pot from heat and stir in reserved corn juice. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

DIRECTIONS: Cut kernels from corn or transfer corn kernels from can to large bowl. Pour about 2/3 cup of corn pulp/ juice from can into bowl.

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