By Lainee Mack And then you hear it. The words no athlete wants to hear. “It’s torn.” Suddenly your biggest fear comes to life. Your one escape, the one thing you always run to, the one thing you can always rely on… is gone. For College of Charleston volleyball player Lauren Dow, this fear became reality after tearing her achilles this past spring during practice. "Suddenly everything I had ever know was gone," she said. "And it was taken away in the blink of an eye." Unabl

By Morgan Corner Imagine traveling thousands of miles away from everything you know - your family, your friends, your home - to live in a new country and attend college. All of this, just for the opportunity to play the sport you love. It’s a sacrifice that hundreds of student athletes choose every year. The chance to play a sport while also getting an education in America is often worth it. For Emilia Von Glahn, a senior at the College of Charleston on the golf team, the

Although students may prefer different ways of working out, motivation, accountability, comfort and enjoyment all play a role in finding a routine they can stick with.

By Alex Burns Scrolling through TikTok between sets, Jack watches guys his age lifting heavier, eating cleaner, and making faster progress. He doesn’t think much of it until he catches himself comparing. Going to the gym and lifting weights is generally a place for men to relieve stress, get a confidence boost and feel good about taking care of their bodies. But when every workout is measured against someone else or against an impossible ideal, that motivation to improve can

A deeper look at how early-2000s Paparazzi culture turned young women’s private struggles into public spectacle, and the emotional fallout that still lingers today. By Ashlee Johnston It was 2007 when Britney Spears stepped out of a Los Angeles salon with a freshly shaved head surrounded by flashing bulbs, shouted insults, and dozens of men with cameras. To the world, it looked like a meltdown; to those watching closely, it was a breaking point. The same industry that buil

By Riley Burke It’s been the longest week of my life. OK, maybe not. More like just a regular college weekend where local bars create a reason I feel like I need to go out and drink. Every night. Tipsy Tuesday, Wine-not Wednesday, Thirsty Thursday...suddenly it's TGIF, and I’ve begun to question why college kids love a dirty bar and seeing the same people every weekend. You are probably thinking to yourself, “just don’t go out," and you might be alarmed with the number

By Annie Olsen In recent years, boutique fitness studios have surged in popularity, offering specialized workouts like yoga, Pilates,...

By Lexi Brittingham Peer pressure was the reason that 16-year-old Kylie Bone started vaping. At 20, it would become her motivation to...

By Kara Floyd, Ashlee Johnston It’s no secret that a certain style dominates the local fashion scene in Charleston, South Carolina. With...

Cassidy Stubbs, Riley Burke, Lillian Kopia Charleston entices locals and tourists alike to engage in the Southern charm, history and...

by Emily Newbold After most College of Charleston students have finished classes and are headed back to their personal lives for the day,...

by English Brown The jingle of the bells on the door announced my arrival. The rich scent of aftershave, sizzling sound of a hot comb,...

Impressing judges and pouring passion on the floor comes with long hours of hard work and practice by Macy Layton Welcome to the world of...

by Abbey Curtis CHARLESTON, S.C.- Moments after former College of Charleston basketball coach Pat Kelsey announced he was leaving to take...

by Phillip Blanda South Carolina lawmakers have tried multiple times to pass a bill legalizing online sports betting. But the governor...

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by Natalie Matthews Caffeine consumption among college students has evolved into a cultural staple and a coping mechanism in the face of...

by Vishnu Volate Since the 1970s, College Lodge has been home to many College of Charleston Cougars. But with its impending destruction,...

By Vishnu Volate The Charleston area has experienced unprecedented development since 2020, most drastically in the hospitality and...

By Emily Newbold There are more than 200 streaming services around the world, but despite seemingly unlimited access to any TV shows and...