In today's world, whatever the problem, there's an app for it.With over 200,000 apps available today, students all over the globe are syncing up and harnessing all kinds of power at their fingertips.
Social smoking has caught hold with students as a way to limit their indulgence.The phrase "social smoker" is a loosely regarded term, but the average number of cigarettes consumed per day is six."I call myself a situational smoker," said Zach Barnett, junior in business.But whatever idiom is used, the definition is the same."I do it when I drink, or I'm bored and it is available," said Andrew Perez, sophomore in business.Perez said he doesn't even buy a pack unless he is inebriated or it is the weekend, and since he cut down on smoking, he can breathe better.Not all social smokers are former "heavy smokers." Some are new to the indulgence."I started during finals week my freshman year," said Cameron Traylor, sophomore in civil engineering.Traylor jokingly said that he started to follow in his parents' footsteps."I smoke when I drink or when I am in my car," Traylor said.
In a world where fact is often laced with fiction, myths are formed. A popular myth has been circulating the Auburn campus for decades, stating that sororities are not allowed to have houses on campus.There are many versions of this fable and its origin is unknown.
With the dawning of the new year comes the popular New Year's Resolution. From working out to quitting smoking, these resolutions range from picking up a good habit to dropping a bad one.These commitments are meant to make a person better in any aspect of life. The origins of this trendy vow date back to ancient Babylon and have a stake in Caesarian Rome, said Gordon North in his article titled "The Origins of New Year's Resolution."Having a New Year's Resolution is nothing new for Richard Penaskovic, program director for religious studies."I want to pray more faithfully," Penaskovic said.
