By Jordan Ensign Image from @myindyx on Instagram Do you ever feel like you don’t really  know what’s in your closet? Are you constantly buying new clothes, believing you have nothing to wear? Have you ever wished you could break free from the trend cycle and get in touch with your own sense of style? If you answered yes to any of those questions, allow me to introduce Indyx , an app designed to help you tackle those common fashion struggles.  Indyx was founded by Yidi Campb

By Harley Wolfgang A clean drugstore brand I recommend I have struggled a ton with skincare. Everyone’s body is so different, so looking for products that work for me, are clean and safe to use, and I can afford can be frustrating. What works for me may not work for you, but I’m here to share a brand I’ve started using recently that I enjoy: Pacifica . Originally, Pacifica made candles in 1996 but transitioned to makeup in 2007. Pacifica has been dedicated to vegan and clean

By Lindsay Roman My hobby since the pandemic has always been baking. No matter the occasion, I will be baking. This includes parties, breakups, holidays, and more. As a part of my prep for post-grad, I wanted to come up with a list of things I want to try. This one, baking edition. 1. Sourdough loaf It’s not that I haven’t tried sourdough before, because I absolutely have. Although, when the media influences you to try to do something and you really need a hobby, sourdough se

By Jordan Ensign image from MIT Sloan When you think of sustainable, eco-conscious practices, you might picture things like buying second-hand, avoiding single-use plastics, or utilizing forms of transportation that reduce fossil fuel emissions. But as our society continues to advance technologically, a new consideration is on the sustainability table: the use of artificial intelligence.  There’s lots of apprehension surrounding AI. Ethical debates, reliability issues, and pr

By Natalie Murawski From Pinterest As you may know, Slippery Rock’s Spring Break is coming up next week. Many of us will be traveling and hopefully enjoying some time in the sun. With the break approaching quickly and many of us trying to wrap up assignments, I wanted to share a list of spring break essentials you won’t want to forget. Whether you’re heading out for Spring Break or saving this for your summer vacation, this guide will help ensure you’re fully prepared!  Swims

By Ashley Schroer With many big companies rolling back DEI programs, many of us, especially college students who are dealing with limited budgets, are unsure of where to shop that still support the values of DEI that are also affordable. Here’s a list of some small businesses (both near SRU and online) to support in 2025! Branded in Butler image from https://brandedinbutler.com/ I might be a little biased because CDR absolutely loves Branded in Butler , but this one is probab

By Alexa Mazzarini St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner and if you have any fun holiday plans, you may be in need of a cute outfit to wear! There’s so many fun clothes and accessories to choose from to make the holiday super special. This blog will highlight simple yet stylish St. Patrick’s Day outfit ideas that feel elevated and chic. Check out some of my outfit inspo for the holiday and hopefully it's able to help you out! Whether you’re going to a St. Patty’s Day pa

By Alaina Titchen Image from https://www.freepik.com/free-vector/manicure-hand-collection_9544549.htm#fromView=keyword&page=4&position=16&uuid=ee7b6f6a-618c-4c3e-a0d8-7677aa29ebe7&query=Press+On+Nails Imagine starting your day with perfectly polished nails that still look freshly applied, even after a busy week. Over time, I’ve refined a simple yet effective method that ensures your press-on nails stay in place and maintain their charm. Ready to elevate your nail routine with

By Kasaundra Harvey   https://pin.it/5JQ5dSjZ9 If you follow us here at CDR, you would know that we are a club who love sustainability, diversity, and, of course, fashion! With fashion being so prevalent in society today, there is a reason behind why fashion is so addictive to so many. The reason for this is fashion marketing. Fashion marketing is the combination of advertising, promoting, and selling clothing and accessories through various marketing strategies many brands p

By Jenna Lubinski Limaye, Yogita. “Brave! Afghan women will not be silent anymore.” BBC News, BBC, 14 Aug. 2023,   https://www.bbc.com/news/world-66461711 Introduction: The ability to dress in whatever way you please is a privilege that women in America and many other countries possess, without often realizing it. Every day when we wake up, we are faced with a decision on what we are going to wear that expresses our individual identity and who we are as people. A coinciding q

By Harley Wolfgang I was kind of a chubby kid; I used to think I was huge compared to the girls I was in class with. The difference between child me and grown-up me is my awareness of how media influences all women to feel certain things about their bodies. Truth is, I've gone through a lot of phases with my body image. I've gone from abusing my body in hopes it would change to letting myself go and not taking care of it at all. I'd like to think I'm in a better place now, bu

By Harley Wolfgang Harley Wolfgang, Executive Producer of WSRU-TV Over the last few years, I have been lucky to take on several leadership and student employment opportunities. For those who don’t know me, I am one of CDR’s co-presidents, the president and executive producer of WSRU-TV (pictured), treasurer of Lambda Pi Eta (also pictured), and I have a few campus media jobs. I mention that because I think it gives you a little insight into why this topic is something I feel

By Harley Wolfgang Photo from Time Magazine (https://time.com/5657997/equal-rights-amendment-history/) I read an article in the Rocket a few days ago, which you can access   here , that talked about a new club initiative on campus. The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) was first proposed in 1923 by Alice Paul and Crystal Eastman. The original version was called the "Lucretia Mott Amendment." This amendment would prohibit sex discrimination in many areas, including employment, educ

By Jordan Ensign Rewearing our clothes is practical both for financial and environmental reasons. The most sustainable thing we can do is use what we already have—but what happens when we’re feeling bored with what we have?  Sweaters are my go-to pieces for these colder months, partly because they’re incredibly versatile. One sweater can be styled and restyled in so many ways throughout the season, and doing so helps me avoid getting bored with even my most frequently reworn

By Alaina Titchen For those days when you just want to roll out of bed and get to class, there are still ways to make your outfit look effortlessly cute without buying anything new. Here’s how to elevate your comfy, lazy-day outfits with pieces you already own:   Layer It Up   Mastering the art of layering is your first secret weapon. Whether it’s a hoodie, an oversized flannel, a bomber jacket, or a chunky knit cardigan, layering instantly gives your outfit that put-together