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Neon Indian's "Psychic Chasms Possessed," the reissue of "Psychic Chasms" is streaming live on AOL's Spinner. It is available today, August 31 via digital download, and will be available physically on September 28.
For those unfamiliar with Neon Indian, it's a psychedelic chill-wave electronica band fronted by Alan Palomo (VEGA, Ghosthunter). The band has been on the rise since 2009 when they released their first single, "Deadbeat Summer," and has since been named one of Rolling Stone's Best New Bands of 2010. The debut album, "Psychic Chasms," has been named Best New Music by Pitchfork.com.
Sarah Hanson>Junior>English and Journalism>Augustana College
With limited space, a limited budget, and a roommate whose tacky posters and unsightly bedspread really cramp your style, personalizing your dorm décor can be a difficult task. Yet many students find resourceful and affordable ways to turn a dreary dorm into a unique and personal sanctuary.
By Kyle Anderson
Since Twitter first became popular, athletes have flocked to the social media site and kept their followers entertained. But for every athlete who has enjoyed their time on Twitter, there are plenty more who should have just avoided the site.
1. Jose Canseco
The Twitter nation watched as former MLB slugger Canseco hit rock bottom. He announced everything wrong with his life and revealed himself as a shell of his former self. Hard not to feel bad for the guy, but dude, you had to post all this on twitter?
Aug 13 – “It is true I got evicted everything has gone incredibly wrong since I wrote the book juiced.I am now the modern day Frankenstein”
Aug 13 – “Mlb has gone out of there way to destroy my life and they have succeeded.I didn't realize how powerful they are till now”
Aug 14 – “I am sleeping in someones garage but its pretty good.”
By Emily Chen > Senior > University of Illinois > News-Editorial Journalism
WARNING: Spoilers Revealed Below!
By Lizzie Horne > Junior > Journalism > University of Maryland
By Raven Haller > Sophomore > English and Media & Communications Studies > UMBC

Magnetacks
The 411: Want to display precious photos or other memorabilia without leaving tell-tale tape residue or pinholes?
The Breakdown: This ultra-strong magnet can hold more than 10 sheets of paper at a time. They come in regular and XL, and in five different colors. We recommend the colored tops, which are easier to grip.
By Hilary Weissman > Junior > Journalism > University of Maryland
No college student wants to stay at home to avoid the big, bad world of calories and grease. Hungry Girl Lisa Lillien shows how to take control of your diet with her two New York Times Best-Sellers Hungry Girl 1-2-3 and her newest Hungry Girl Happy Hour.Morgan Gibson > Junior > Journalism > University of Maryland
Just because you’re living the hectic life of a college student doesn’t mean you need to eat like it. Say goodbye to Hot Pockets and PB&Js; it’s time to eat gourmet. The best part? It’s all in the microwave.By Morgan Gibson > Junior > Journalism > University of Maryland
College students are constantly met with a barrage of noise: alarm clocks, text alerts, blaring iPods and the drone of tiring professors. A small group of young activists in Los Angeles, however, only care about one noise being heard: the blow of a whistle.
By Lauren Townsend > Junior > Elon University > Journalism
“There are plenty of fish in the sea, and the smart ones are swimming online,” exclaims University of California Irvine graduate Lisa Holden, who created her own online dating success story. Holden picked online dating as the topic for her senior thesis and signed up for all of the free dating websites. She met her boyfriend on okcupid.com during her research and has been with him for two years.
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