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Claire’s Corner

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor March 29, 2026

When it comes to social media, it is easy to get caught in the trap of comparing ourselves to others. Whether it’s seeing friend’s highlights or strangers’ seemingly perfect lives, it can leave us...

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Microtrends in the fashion industry

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor March 29, 2026

Microtrends in the fashion industry are rapidly emerging, short lived styles that gain popularity through digital platforms and social media before fading just as quickly. Unlike traditional fashion cycles...

Photo of Claire, Taken by Claire Hall

Claire’s Corner

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor March 18, 2026

So, we’ve reached that time of the semester again where classes are starting to get harder, cortisol levels are through the roof and melatonin gummies are flying off the Harris Teeter shelves. People...

Bargain Hunting

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor March 18, 2026

If you're anything like me, you enjoy getting the best deals on everything. Recently, I heard that Ross came out with some really cool spring and summer clothing pieces. This meant that I had to run to...

CLog takes on NYC!

Claire Hall, Lifesyle Editor March 18, 2026

Between March 3rd through the 8th, The Captain’s Log ventured to New York City for the annual College Media Association (CMA) Conference. Editor-in-Chief Breanna Dorrian, News Editor Ellora Houchins,...

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Claire’s Corner

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor March 2, 2026

There will come a time in your life where you will experience individuals talking about you behind your back. Whether you've already experienced it in the past or are dealing with it now, this can be a...

How to college…

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor March 2, 2026

You can be told how to do things in college, but no one really teaches you how to do certain things in college. You are taught to live on your own and take care of yourself, but no one really teaches you...

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Claire’s Corner

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor February 22, 2026

When in college, it can be hard to see your family and hometown friends. Even dating someone long-distance in college can be hard.  However, that doesn’t mean it isn’t impossible. I will be the first...

Turn this into that

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor February 22, 2026

Life isn’t just about what happens to you, it’s about how you choose to see it. The same setback can be a failure or a lesson and the same delay can be frustration or preparation. This article is meant...

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Change in thought

Lindsay Deyton, Digital Media Manager February 22, 2026

In a life filled with social media and being influenced from every direction, finding out what you want to follow vs. not follow can be hard. The grey areas, the uncertainty, and the blurred lines of what...

Get into the groove

Claire Hall, Lifestyle Editor February 15, 2026

Forming a morning routine can be quite difficult, especially when you are in college just trying to get by. However, having a daily routine can help you build healthy habits and give you a better mindset...

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