2013
COLUMN: Is beauty worth the moral cost?
Due to modern technology and the talent of designers from around the world, almost everyone has the opportunity to purchase lovely objects — and indeed we should. Nevertheless, I inquire as to what cost we do so? What is attractive need not come at the expense of what is real, or in other words, natural. […]
Step-by-step makeup
Timaree Reed lives on the fourth floor of Beede Hall, where girls, as well as makeup, surround her. “I’m one of those people who just wake up and don’t want to spend a whole lot of time,” Reed said. Her sister taught her about makeup at home in Pierce, Neb., and now she uses those […]
REVIEW: Award-winning musical enchants
Sometimes a movie comes along that tugs at your heartstrings and makes you cry. Such was the case for the movie “Les Miserables,” based on the renowned musical which in turn, was based on the equally renowned novel by Victor Hugo. The set and costume designs were nothing short of amazing in this film. It […]
BLOG: Fitness Misconceptions
There are a number of people out there who have problems sticking to a routine healthy lifestyle because there is always some new fad or study coming out about health tips. They get overwhelmed and I get overwhelmed. I want to take a moment and help clear some of the myths up. No pain, […]
REVIEW: Interpol wins with re-release of debut
Interpol’s debut album “Turn on the Bright Lights” just turned 10 and they commemorated the occasion with a special 10th anniversary reissue. Even after 10 years, this album is still relevant to all the ‘cool kids’ who are reevaluating purpose and love, whether it is in New York City or the Midwest. “Turn on the Bright […]
BLOG: Flu Season
This week I’ve decided to write my blog in a slightly different style. I call it “Flu Season: a Drama in Five Parts.” Part 1: Denial I’m not sick. I can’t be sick. I’ve taken all the feasible preventative measures to make sure I don’t get sick. I’m not sick, because my lungs aren’t burning. That’s […]
BLOG: Vermillion Bars
I think I speak for most of the student body at any college when I say we have all thought, “There is nothing to do in this town.” I’ve said it, you’ve said it, I overhear it in conversations, you’re parents probably said it when they dropped you off here. And they said it with […]
Yummy or Crummy?
Each week, the Volante will feature a review of a local restaurant. If you want us to review somewhere special, tweet us at @VolanteVerve. Bringing more authentic Mexican cuisines to Vermillion, “Mi Familia: Mexican Restaurant” recently opened its doors. Menu items consist of authentic Mexican and American appetizers, genuine entrées and delicious desserts. Located at […]
Have you ever wondered what’s in your makeup?
The sound of a buzzing alarm clock makes your eyes fly open as you realize it’s morning. After the snooze button has been exhausted and you can no longer put it off, you jump in the shower, get dressed, fix your hair and apply the finishing touch: makeup. Since the time of the Egyptians, women […]
Pure Aloe Vera Toner
Yields: approximately 16 ounces of toner Application: use in the morning to refresh before moisturixing and in the evening after cleansing Storage: 16-ounce glass jar, in the fridge Shelf life: 3 months Ingredients: 12 ounces pure, organic aloe vera joice 2 ounces distilled water Pour the aloe vera juice ad the water into the jar and […]