1. Calling all preps! Calling all preps! Are you tired of the same hipster fashion blogs? Well, guys and girls, if you like to swag out in plaid shorts or skirts and a collared shirt, then Katie Rudder’s blog is the one for you. If you’re looking for the best and latest trends from brands like Lilly Pulitzer and Jack Rogers, follow this second-year student’s blog, Let’s Be Preppy. Katie works at the Lilly Pulitzer store and says on her blog: “I’m trying to show you preppy things and brands as well as little bits about my life, too!” Cutesy, fresh and undeniably preppy, Katie’s got some serious, Southern style that any pink-and-green-loving gal would appreciate.

2. Some of us couldn’t care less about politics, but why not read what USC students have to say about the new laws being set in place in our state? Take a peek at SCStatehouseBlog.com, created by fourth-year student Jonathan Williams, and you’ll find unbiased blog posts on what’s going on in the South Carolina State House. The site is USC student-run, and is a great way to gain some knowledge on SC politics.

3. Better known as “The Onion of USC,” News from Last Thursday (NFLT) is spilling with sarcasm, humor and “raw facts.” NFLT shares the latest news on what’s going on both nationally and locally. Well, sort of. Check out the site to read about the newest trends on sorority life or even the day-to-day dealings with pissy Wal-Mart customers. You’re sure to get in a good laugh while taking a break from studying for tomorrow’s exam if you follow this group of hilarious USC students.
Be sure to check out their coverage on our Man of the Moment, Waldo, on pg.8!

4. Ever wished you could go to Brazil? Indonesia? Well, if you can’t afford to go now, you could always follow third-year student India Wells’ journey through each of these countries on her travel blog, Why India. While she attempts to embrace each unfamiliar culture, she shares her detailed experiences concerning everything from taxi cab rides to her anecdotes about learning the Portuguese language -- as well as the latest celebrity and political updates that take place in each country. Of course, it’s not the same as being there, but reading her blog is close enough!