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Apartment basics: an alphabetized guide
HANNAH SUNDERMEYER
hsundermeyer@kansan.com
A -- ALARM CLOCK. A must have for any college student, especially if you moved off campus and commute to class. If you struggle to get out of bed in the mornings, try moving your alarm clock across the room. To shut it off, you will have to get up and get moving, making it easier to start your day.
B--BAKING SODA & VINEGAR. Cleaning products can be hard on your wallet, especially for college students on a budget. This duo will do the trick for just about any tough stain or mess for half the cost
C --COUPONS. You don't have to become an "extreme couponer," but keep an eye out for coupons that come in the mail and are available around campus to easily save money on groceries and restaurants.
DUMBBELLS. As a busy college student, it can be very hard to find time to exercise. Keep several five- or ten-pound weights around your room for quick and easy at-home workouts.
EXTENSION CORDS. Save yourself a trip to the hardware store and come prepared with extra extension cords. It's likely there will not be enough outlets for all of the things you need to plug in.
F--FURNITURE. Depending on your living situation, your space may or may not come with chairs, sofas, beds and other furniture. Furnishing a home can get pretty pricey, so check out local thrift shops, Goodwills and rummage sales for deals.
G --GLUE. As strange it as it sounds, you never know when you will need to make repairs. A hot glue gun can be used to hang curtains, hem pants or even repair furniture.
HEALTHY FOODS. When cooking for yourself for the first time, it can be easy to resort to eating out. However, there are plenty of inexpensive, health foods to stock your pantries with. Try whole grain pastas, canned tuna, beans and fresh fruits like apples and bananas.
--IRON. Many stores have inexpensive irons and ironing boards available. When you find a spare moment during the weekend, iron all of your clothes that may need it. That way, you don't have to worry about it later in
the week. The next time you are running late in the morning, your clothes will be ready to go.
JOURNAL. Dedicate a journal to your budgeting. Keep track of purchases, bills and your grocery list in one convenient location that you can take with you anywhere.
-KITCHEN BASICS. When you move in, don't forget to bring along the essentials, like can openers, sharp knives, utensils, wooden spoons, pots, pans and measuring cups.
LAUNDROMAT. Not all living spaces come with appliances like washers and dryers. Make sure you find the location and rates of the nearest laundromat.
M-MONEY. Keep a stash of emergency cash hidden somewhere in your apartment. Whether you need to pay the pizza guy or simply little extra money on hand when you run out of lightbulbs, always have at least $50 at the ready.
N-NEIGHBORS. Make an effort to get to know those living around you. Starting off on a good note will reduce the likelihood of conflicts in the future, not to mention you may make a few new friends.
O --OUTSIDE. When the weather gets cooler, a porch, balcony or even a few yards of grass provides an area to entertain your guests. To decorate, go to a dollar store and buy some inexpensive lighting.
PHOTOS. Photos are an inexpensive and creative way to decorate and make your new living space feel more "homey". Get together with roommates and decide on some photos you all like. Walgreens, CVS and other drug stores offer inexpensive photo printing. If photos aren't your thing, start out with one or two basic items to add personality to your place and build on from there.
Q--QUIET. If you are living with roommates, make sure you set ground rules when it comes to work and play. Designate certain nights to switch the stereo bumping to headphones when you need a calm setting to focus on schoolwork.
R -RENT. Whether you live alone or with friends, make sure you have a plan of action regarding monthly rent. Keep reminders of dates to have checks sent out by to avoid hidden late fees and stress.
SCENTSY. Candles and air fresheners are an inexpensive way to spruce up your living space and create a warm, welcoming environment. A Scentsy is a device that warms candles without actual flame, which is a safer and equally effective alternative to lit candles.
TOOLBOX. You never know when you may need a hammer, nails or a screwdriver. Whether you are putting together furniture or fixing up the place, always keep a box with some basic tools handy.
U--UTILITIES. Keep your monthly costs low by being aware of hidden expenses. Turn lights off whenever you leave a room, open windows when it's nice outside to avoid cranking up the air conditioning or toss extra blankets on your bed when winter hits.
V-ACUUM. It can be easy to put off chores and other household necessities, especially when living on your own for the first time. By staying on top of cleaning, you can prevent pest problems and create a healthier living environment for everyone.
W--WATER. Try and keep your showers around 10 minutes. Your water bill will greatly decrease if you make a conscious effort.
--X-BOX. Make sure to pencil in time to relax and have fun between schoolwork and extracurriculars. If you have a Kinect, invite friends over for a game night and get active at the same time.
YELLOW. Adding yellow accents to a room will immediately brighten up a space, especially if your bedroom or other areas don't have much natural light. It's been proven by color analysts that yellow improves self-esteem and overall health.
--ZIPCODE. Lawrence has five different zip codes. Keep an eye out for an address change when moving from dorms to an apartment, even if they're just a few miles from each other.
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These father-son conversations about how to treat women, to set goals, to lead by example, to be humble and even how to carry yourself as a man are difficult for mothers to emulate. Many of these lessons Gomez Montoya learned on his own.
GOMEZ MONTOYA AS A ROLE MODEL
Gomez Montoy currently works as a retention specialist
Male students are in need of direction especially at the college level. According to the Chronicle of Higher Education, only 57.7 percent of male students at the University are graduating within six years, compared to the 64.2 percent of female students at the University that are graduating in
"There are not a lot of role models and men are trying to figure it out on their own."
"We had to learn how to tie ties from our neighbor," Gomez Montoya said.
GOMEZ MONTOYA retention specialist
Learning how to tie a tie, change a tire and catch a baseball weren't the only things Gomez Montoya missed out on by not having a father present. He also missed out on having the awkward, but necessary, conversations fathers have with their sons.
“If I needed it 10 years ago, chances are students need it now,” Gomez Montoya said.
MALE GUIDANCE NEEDED
an expert in identity and development as well as men and masculinity issues. He said these group behaviors among men are extremely
as create an environment at the University where men can express issues they're having with school, work, family and any other areas of life.
The University, in fact, is starting to pay attention to these unhealthy behaviors among male students. Each year,
"The research would suggest that the statistics on 'bad behavior' judicial offenses brought up at college campuses are most men," Davis said. "Why we don't pay attention to this is a great question."
negative and can sometimes develop into illegal activity, such as DUI citations or violence.
men by creating a masculinity symposium.
The goal of the symposium was to create a space for men to gather and openly discuss problems they were facing as well as help men develop a view on what healthy masculinity looks like.
"It was a sense of duty and obligation," Velasco said. "Now that we won, we have a duty to teach people what it means to be a man."
Velasco graduated in the spring of 2013, but during his time at the University he was involved in a number of organizations. He said his masculinity was challenged at times because of his sexual orientation.
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social media has on politics is difficult to measure. He also said trending Twitter hashtags likely have the most influence.
"This may help put pressure on politicians to resolve the issue." Seo said. "At the same time, social media has amplified polarized views on issues, as people tend to follow online influencers, communities or media sources that they agree with."
Shelby Webb, junior from Ottawa, Kan., said she was prompted to tweet to the Speaker of the House John Boehner by an email from Barack Obama's Organizing for Action campaign.
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She said she thinks social media has a more indirect effect through popular hashtags because politicians always want to know how people feel about a particular issue.
Index
REACHING OUT
CRTPTOQOIPS 5
OPINION 4
CLASSIFIEDS 6
CROSSWORD 5
SPORTS 8
SUDOKU 5
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