Lake Forest College Will Soon Be a Dry Campus

Lake Forest College Will Soon Be a Dry Campus

In an attempt to limit the consumption of alcohol, public safety at Lake Forest College will force the campus to be dry starting in August 2015. “With Lake Forest College being such a dry campus already, we figure taking away that right for students of age simply makes sense,” one public safety officer said. Now, most students at the college refrain from the consumption of alcohol, with the exception of a few over-21 students. Since drinking is…

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New Foodservice Company to Replace Aramark

New Foodservice Company to Replace Aramark

The College has officially decided to oust Aramark due to endless complaints from students about the quality of food. The new dining contract with the College has been signed on April 1, 2015 with Squirrelmark. CEO of Squirrelmark, Mark Squire, is passionate about cooking and bringing his best work to hungry college students. “College students are at a very exciting yet confusing turning point in their lives. They’re paying thousands of dollars for a service and get…

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The Magical History of Lake Forest College ’bout 100 Years Ago

The Magical History of Lake Forest College ’bout 100 Years Ago

On February 25, 2015, there was an article published in the Chicago Tribune regarding two ex-dormmates from Lake Forest College who met after 70 years living apart. This article shows how the concept of sisterhood transcends over the years, considering they belonged to the Gamma Phi Beta sorority back in the day. When it comes to the history of what happened before that, the details might surprise you. While 70 years of sisterhood sounds astounding,…

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Lake Forest College Will Get You into Any Grad School You Want

Lake Forest College Will Get You into Any Grad School You Want

In the fall of 2014, a study showed that around 97 percent of Lake Forest College alumni attended graduate school at an Ivy League college. The Career Advancement Center reported that last year almost 400 students graduated from Lake Forest College and earned their diplomas. Out of these 400 students, there were 37 that chose to attend graduate school. And 36 of these 37 students are currently attending graduate school at an Ivy League college this year. The…

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Rose’s in the Forest

Rose’s in the Forest

Chicago Bulls star and Chicago native Derrick Rose recently chose Lake Forest College as his undergraduate school for the 2015 fall semester. Since Rose had not finished college, he decided to take a break from his basketball career to finish his degree in business. Growing up in Chicago’s south side neighborhood, Englewood, Derrick Rose dreamt of one thing: basketball. From the streets of Chicago to the life of a Chicago Bull, Rose’s dream became a reality….

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10 Steps to Dealing with Procrastination

10 Steps to Dealing with Procrastination

With many students having midterms this week, procrastination is a major issue across campus. Never fear! Here are some tips to dealing with that never- ending procrastination we all face. Step One: Before you do ANYTHING, make sure that your workspace is clean. A cluttered workspace will inhibit your thinking process, while a clean one will boost productivity. And while you’re at it, better clean the rest of your room. Step Two: Make sure you are up…

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