Weekly Fresh

"What's your sign, baby?" "I dunno."

Astrology nuts everywhere are having an existential crisis over the recent discovery of a new zodiac sign that resulted from a shift in the astrological chart. Facebook news feeds have been flooded lately with Shepherd students in complete dismay over their new sign. While many could either care less or are just mildly confused (especially the ones who are now Ophiuchus, which sounds more like a Lovecraft monster than a zodiac sign), there are those who are in a total rage. These outbursts range from students saying that their entire identity has been destroyed to vehemently claiming that they are their original sign through and through and nothing can change that. But before you begin contemplating laser surgery to remove that Libra tattoo, Astrologists are saying that nothing has changed since our zodiac is based off seasonal rotation, not constellations.

Minecraft

A few months ago, it was difficult to find anyone who had even heard of Minecraft, let alone anyone who played it. This PC game that is available for download doesn't use any form of marketing other than word of mouth. It now seems that the word has gotten out around Shepherd as many more students are talking about their adventures creating forts and tunnels from pixilated boxes, building weapons to destroy monsters, and jumping off of the tallest high rise they can build. It's no wonder this game appeals to so many at Shepherd due to the unlimited creativity it offers to the player.

Super Bowl XLV

It's that time of year again when everyone indulges in endless junk food and beer, starts placing their bets, and gets to hear at least one news story of some innocent person suffering abuse at the hands of an authority figure due to liking a rival football team. The entire nation seems excited for the upcoming Super Bowl on February 6^th including Shepherd students. While many are looking forward to the actual game, there are more than a few who plan to watch simply for the big budget commercials. Whether you're looking forward to touchdowns or advertisements, watching with family at home or with friends at a bar, you'll be sure to have some fun this upcoming Sunday (just don't get your eye poked out with one of those terrible towels).

Snow problem

When we were kids, nothing was better than waking up to a world covered in a blanket of white powder. Now that most of us drive, it's suddenly not so much fun anymore. Since Shepherd University has a "Be smart, be safe" policy regarding cancellations (or lack thereof), students can often be seen complaining about how they had to drive in the slush or how they wish they could have slept in. Missing lectures and assignments are another big issue when it comes to deciding whether or not to brave the elements. Fortunately, most professors are understanding about missing class and are well aware that however engaging the lecture they had prepared is going to be, it's probably not worth dying over. So just remember that you don't have to put yourself in danger to get to class, and that in the off chance that Shepherd does cancel, be sure not to just write about the snow on Facebook. Relive your childhood and go play in it!

Stomach Flu

The latest thing to go viral at Shepherd University isn't a cool new band or movie, but rather a gastrointestinal virus that will leave you locked in your bathroom and crying for your mother. Gastroenteritis (A.K.A the stomach flu) is making its way around campus and leaving in its wake a trail of miserable students and much smaller classrooms. Apart from making you vomit up your intestines, this one will also keep you out of class for a few days so take any measure you can to avoid it. Wash your hands, run away from infected friends, and don't breathe the air too much. If you find yourself contaminated anyway, make sure you drink lots of fluids and stock up on toilet paper. Also, if you decide to be a hero and come to class anyway, please don't breathe on us healthy people.