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We’re nearing the end of the spring semester, and while that can be tough or exciting — depending on how you look at it — at least we’re the basketball capital of the world… But wait, we’re the Life section! We don’t cover sports here, so what else is UConn the true capital of? Let’s…

The Daily Campus Life section produces roundtables that cover a variety of silly yet strangely controversial topics. Today’s roundtable questions the origins of Leap Day, which will make its comeback after its traditional four-year hiatus in two weeks’ time.

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As the gift-giving season quickly approaches, many are scrambling to find the perfect presents for all the special people in their lives. Some people are ahead of the game and completed their Christmas shopping even before Black Friday occurred. On the flip side, there are those who have yet to give this quest a single…

We all know Thanksgiving as the holiday to express love and gratitude for everything and everyone in our lives. But the real prize is getting to overindulge in some of our favorite comfort foods. Thanksgiving side dishes arguably have the best selection, but everyone has their — possibly controversial — preferences. Read to find out…

With Halloween officially being crossed off the calendar, we’re in the final stretch before Thanksgiving and Christmas wrap up the year. The question for the Life section in this roundtable is in regards to the dreaded (or beloved) Christmas music genre. Is it too early to blast Mariah Carey? Is it a crime to sing…

The media paints Halloween, or “Halloweekend” as it’s termed on college campuses, as a top-tier social event. Sometimes it seems like everyone’s seeking out a party where they can flaunt their elaborate costumes, but what if you just want a break from all of that? What if you’re not a big party person, but you…