Living with someone you don’t know can be challenging – and a great learning experience. It takes a daring student to decide to room with a stranger instead of a friend — and the results of the decision vary. Students might end up with a new best friend, or they could find themselves filing for [...]
Many often forget about renters insurance, but it could save you thousands. The average cost for renters insurance ranges from $110 to $150 per year for about $15,000 to $20,000 in property coverage and around $300,000 in liability. VALUABLE LESSONS Not sure about getting renters insurance for your home or apartment? Think about this: • [...]
When moving into a new place, you should know the property and inspect it inside and outs for potential problems. Here are some helpful tips: • Take your manager or landlord with you because they’ll know what to look for. • By law, an inspection must be completed by management before residents move in. • [...]
Moving is a pain and a habit for college students – but there is a method to the madness. Shop around Athens provides plenty of resources for students looking for housing on or off-campus. Before students sign that lease, check out the various housing options in Athens. Bus schedule Since parking spots on-campus, especially for [...]
Downward dog? Yep, Athens has plenty of places for that Athens prides itself on locally grown food, musicians and an open-minded attitude for alternative lifestyles. For those looking for an equally non-traditional way to get fit, yoga offers a unique mind/body experience. Hatha yoga, often taught in the Western world, combines strength-building stretching exercises, measured [...]
When it comes to decorating on a budget, one man’s trash is another man’s yard art, or wall hanging, or curtain, or . . . Trash to treasure Thrift stores, yard sales and antique shops can be great places to pick up coffee tables, picture frames and other simple items often just needing a fresh [...]
Know the rules before bringing your furry best friend into your new Athens home. No matter how fluffy, cuddly, scaly or otherwise lovable, pets are a responsibility, and students should review housing policies both on- and off-campus to prevent pet-related repercussions. “Our policy is pretty straightforward,” said Gerard Kowalski, executive director of University Housing. Kowalski [...]
Best friends come to college and make what seems like a logical step — they become roommates. But friendship doesn’t always translate to harmonious living. A few pitfalls: • The same friend who paid for your movie ticket in seventh grade may feel it’s only natural to grab $5 off your dresser for some pizza [...]
Athens and biking go together like spokes and wheels. Why not join the rest of the crowd? Biking around town is an easy way for Athens citizens to move from place to place, thanks to various programs offered in the Athens area. Choosing to bike as a method of transportation can lead to a healthier [...]
Athens offers a host of trials and pathways for the beginning and most intrepid of runners. Finding places to run can be hard in many cities, but in Athens, students are surrounded by plenty of trails to choose from when they want to reduce stress and release endorphins through exercise. The closest trail to campus [...]
