Steubenville, a New Pope, and the History of Rap [Current Events Cheat Sheet]
SPRING BRRRRRRREEEEEEAAAAAAAAAK!!!!! Jk, I’m in New York and it’s snowing. But I’ve decided that if I buy cute spring clothes, spring will come. Right? Right. Here are the week’s top stories just in case you missed them on your fabulous tropical vacation.
CollegeCandy’s Ultimate Spring Break Playlist Will Rock Your World
Whether you’re road-tripping down to south Florida or just relaxing for the first time all semester, we hope that when you hear these songs you’ll think, “God, remember on Spring Break when…?”

Your Budget-Friendly Spring Break Style Guide! [8 Under $20]
I’ve found 8 essential pieces for your spring break getaways. Whether you’ll be lounging on the beach all day or going out at night, I’ve found a few looks that are perfect enough for every situation.
March Motivation Challenge: Week 1 [CC's ShapeU]
So while we find ourselves awkwardly scraping by this March, ShapeU is here to help with a month-long challenge that will keep you motivated and get your ready for Spring Break and beyond! Time to kickoff ‘March Motivation’!
Don’t Have Spring Break Plans? We’ve Got You Covered
Spring break is fast approaching, and since most schools scatter their vacations, some students may find themselves stuck at home. But even if you’re not hitting the slopes or playing on the beach, follow these five sure-fire ways to beat boredom and have just as much fun (if not more!) at home.
The Weekly 10: My Dream Vacays
Coming back from spring break made me realize I wanted to permanently live my life on vacation. I spent last week on a beautiful but trashy Florida beach, and I took a lot of time to think about where I’m going to spend my vacations as an adult (since I’ll never have another spring break). When I’m on vacation, I’m the happiest I can be, so if anyone wants to offer me a job that allows me to take extended trips to these ten locations, please let me know.
Campus Scoop
• Using light to brighten up your dorm room
• How college presidents embrace technology
• Required on scholarship apps: your Facebook password?
• Shopping on a college budget

Around the Web

CC Beauty Live: Spring Break Sun Safety
It’s about that time again, Spring Break is here! I’m on my way to Destin, but I wanted to give y’all some SB sun safety advice. I love being tan, and there’s nothing wrong with that but please practice safe sun.
WTF Friday: Coleslaw Wrestling. Yum! [Video]
Fact: lots of men really enjoy watching women roll around and wrestle each other in messy substances. I’d heard of mud wrestling and jello wrestling. But today, I discovered something entirely new. Coleslaw wrestling.
Four Legged Beach Bums [Photos]
Spring break is on its way and I know I’m not the only one getting excited. In display of my excitement, here are some funny pictures of cats and dogs doing what I want to do over the break: tanning, surfing, chilling, wearing sunglasses, etc. No, you probably won’t see any animals doing human things at the beach, but these are still pretty funny.
Web Spy: Hipmunk
While I love to travel, the one thing that I don’t love about it is planning the flights. Trying to find the perfect flight on the date and times you want, without too many layovers, at the lowest price possible amidst the sea of flight options out there is enough to drive a person crazy. But with Hipmunk, booking flights is now a whole lot less stressful.
Get Ready for Spring Break With a Celebrity Trainer-Designed Workout
Whether you’re jetting off to somewhere warm and sunny, or you’re just looking forward to the days of short shorts and tank tops, Spring Break is the perfect motivation to get in shape. To help us all out, we’ve got a special edition of Dorm Room Workout this week. Celebrity trainer Michelle Lovitt has sent over a customized workout for CollegeCandy readers. Try these moves out and you’ll be looking lean and toned in no time!

Budget Stylista: Spring Baby Phat Phix
The only thing worse than watching Betsey Johnson’s designs strut down the runway and take a life of their own? Knowing you could afford a tank top…maybe…if you saved up for five months. Thankfully, top designers like the Baby Phat team have graced all college girls and young women alike with reasonable prices and beautiful looks.