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Words You’ll Hear During the Admissions Process and What They Really Mean

Friday, November 6, 2026
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With every college, recruiter, and algorithm trying to grab your attention, cutting through the noise to find your actual fit is tough.   Even when they’re communicating, it can feel like they’re speaking a different language. We want to clarify some of this language. Here are a few terms you may hear from the University of Iowa, and schools around the nation, and what they actually mean.  Regent Admission Index (RAI) While colleges and universities ...
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Is 2026 the New 2016? The Comeback of Slime, Squishies, and Nostalgia

Thursday, November 5, 2026
Jordan
If you’ve been on social media lately, you may have seen the trend of people saying that 2026 is the new 2016. From fashion trends to old internet challenges, it seems like everyone is feeling a little nostalgic. But one comeback I wasn’t expecting? Slime and squishies! I remember when slime videos and squishy collections were everywhere. Whether it was making slime at home, watching people mix different textures, or collecting the latest squishy toys, ...
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The Sluggish Point

Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Danica
Hi Readers! I feel that lately, especially after Halloween and Homecoming, campus has hit a sluggish point. Everyone is tired and ready for a small break during Thanksgiving, and we are so close! I just wanted to give out a few reminders that have been helping me push through these next few weeks. Do Not Procrastinate I know it is easy to say “I will do that assignment later” or “I can get it done ...

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