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What are you studying?

I'm majoring in Human Biology with a concentration in Human Health and Diseases with a minor in Psychology. I also plan to attend medical school after I graduate from Indiana University. 

How long are you going to go to school?

I have five more semesters of undergrad followed by four years in medical school (hopefully). Of course, this all after I make it through this semester!

What is your Favorite food?

Mac and Cheese with Grilled Chicken! It's totally a comfort food that I love having when I'm home. A close second are my Mom's chicken enchiladas. 

Favorite snack? 

I'd have to say almonds, pita and hummus, or pepper jack cheese sticks. Almonds are so easy to put in a Ziplock bag and throw in my backpack!

What’s the prettiest place you’ve ever traveled to? 

Definitely Hawaii! I've been to Maui and to Kauai and both are gorgeous. Kauai is more the garden island of the state and it's so lush! My parents actually just went back to Maui and sent me pictures, I'm so jealous. I put some of them on my Instagram. The sunset they sent me was especially gorgeous. A close second to being the prettiest place is Turks and Caicos. The water there is just spectacular! 

Do you think that your style has evolved since you entered college?

Yes! I'm definitely guilty of wearing yoga pants and leggings almost everyday. To me, being comfortable for the whole day is much more important than looking like the epitome of a blogger. I am looking forward to cooler temperatures though because I have some great pieces that I can mix and match with jeans or leggings!

While hanging around the house you'll probably find me wearing... 

Probably a sorority or IU shirt with leggings! I'm also a huge fan of comfortable, flowy tees from Free People right now! 

What's in store for Hoosier State of Prep?

Well I'll be honest, I don't have a blog planner, which is probably a bad thing. However, I have some great photoshoots planned for when I go home for fall break. Later this fall I'll be sharing a recap from IUDM as well as posts from Orlando, which is where I will be for Thanksgiving Break. Also, I can't wait to share my post for Hoosier State of Prep's one year blogiversary!  

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Tailgate Season Attire

Consider yourself lucky, I almost named this post "Basic White Girl Attire for a Tailgate". It's officially tailgate season and in different parts of the country, namely the South, that means dresses and wedges. However, here at IU it means high waisted shorts, IU shirts, jerseys, flannels, leggings, and converse. I, for one, am so glad that I go to a school where I can be comfortable for a tailgate and possibly a football game. I've included pictures of myself from past games and tailgates and also some pictures of my sorority sisters and friends. 

IU Tailgating Attire 101:

Lesson #1:

 Leggings, Flannels, Scrunchies, and Converse 

Lesson #2: 

High-Waisted Shorts, Tailgate Shirts, Jerseys, Candy Stripes, Bucket Hats, and Neighbors 

Lesson 3: 

Dress for colder games, hello long sleeved shirts and vests!

Lesson 4: 

Tailgate Tank Part 2 with various poses 

Lesson 5: 

IU Shirts & Socks, Converse and High Waisted Shorts

Lesson 6:

Keep your friends up and know where your bucket hat is at all times

Huge thanks to my sisters for sending me pictures for this post!

 There may not be any school color dresses in sight, but we still manage to look cute and have fun.

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Happy tailgating season! 

Rainy Day Attire: College

As a college student, I despise the rain. I hate walking to class in it. I hate waiting for the bus with it. I hate having to juggle holding an umbrella, my coffee, and my phone. However, I do love that it gives me an excuse to look like I almost rolled out of class onto the bus.

My advice for dressing for class on a rainy day:

• Look at the temperature. If it's in the high 60s or above, leave the Hunter boots at home. Grab some tennis shoes. Switch leggings for shorts.  
• Always have an umbrella.
• Invest in a good rain jacket. 

Here are some of my favorite options:

Charles River Jacket 

(I have a pullover with letters on it and it has a thin layer of fleece inside. LOVE IT)

Rain Boots 

(Invest in a  good pair because you'll thank yourself later)

Tennis Shoes

Nike Shorts

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Things That Every College Student Should Be Aware Of

As a sophomore in college, I firmly believe that I am somewhat wiser than I was this time last year. Within this last year I have realized that there are things that every college student should be aware of.

1. Life is so much easier with a car on campus, but it is not necessary to have one freshman year. In fact, don't bring one. 
2. Stressed? Skip the chocolate and head to the gym. 
3. Mom walks around campus are fun and everyone does them. (Hello Fitbit steps)
4. Always put your academics before social life, i.e. parties. Parties are forever, but grad schools and employers will care more about your attitude than your partying skills. 
5. MOVE TO THE BACK OF THE BUS. Yeah the bus driver yelling at you is annoying, but this is important. Others want to get back home too. 
6. Don't forget your school ID. Ever. IU has printers that require your school Id to be swiped and if you don't have it, you won't get what you need. 
7. Starbucks is literally a lifesaver. 
8. Don't get the meal plan that athletes get. I'm still cruising on meal points because apparently my mom thinks I eat a lot?
9. Say thanks to people who hold doors open for you. 
10. Invest in Amazon Prime. You'll thank me later. 
11. Always have a water bottle with you to stay hydrated. 
12. Do not purchase all new textbooks. Purchase used or rent. 
13. Don't park where the curb is painted yellow unless you have a desire for your car to be hit by a bus. True story, a Lexus SUV got hit across from the house. 
14. Go to class.
15. Make friends.
16. Don't eat pizza every chance you can get. 
17. Make sure there is a way you can get cash on campus. (S/O to my bank for taking the ATM out of the union and forcing me to open a new account with a bank in town)
18. Talk to professors for study habits. 
19. Have fun. 

I swear that there will be more posts with actual photos, but I'm still working on getting on a schedule here. 

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