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Graduates return to wed on campus

Carolina alumni hold Preston-themed ceremony in after meeting freshman year in Preston College

On Nov. 7, Joseph Stewart and Sara Sullivan married at the Rutledge Chapel at USC in a garnet and black, Preston-themed wedding. Full story

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Patent leather revival

Fashion product used with multiple accessories shows longevity due to numerous incarnations

Patent leather is that one key trend that always comes back in style no matter what happens in the fashion world. It’s that one little detail sure to give a little shine or a pop of color to any girl’s wardrobe. The reason for this is simple: versatility. Patent leather is a detail that can range from bags to shoes, belts, jackets and more. The only rule here is to not overdo it, or it comes off overly shiny and definitely tacky. Pairing patent leather flats with a belt can work as well as pairing a patent leather bag with patent leather shoes. The same rule of less is more is the best way to showcase this trend in a chic way. But how to wear it? Patent leather flats are key to the wardrobe of any busy college girl; they are perfect for running to class but can also be paired with a cute dress and tights for a night out. The breakout classic patent leather flat was designed by Tory Burch, but they are also available at retailers everywhere since Burch’s flats tend to be on the more expensive end. Full story

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Carolina not ready for ride to end

Gamecocks face Wake Forest at home, looking for trip to Elite Eight

After a strong opening weekend in the 2009 NCAA Tournament, the South Carolina women’s soccer team has made it clear it’s not ready for the ride to end. Full story

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Rhodes hopefuls await decision

Carolina students named finalists for scholarship

Two Carolina Students were named finalists for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship, and will  find out if they will spend the next two years at Oxford University Saturday night. Full story

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Carolina not ready for ride to end

Gamecocks face Wake Forest at home, looking for trip to Elite Eight

After a strong opening weekend in the 2009 NCAA Tournament, the South Carolina women’s soccer team has made it clear it’s not ready for the ride to end. Full story

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Patent leather revival

Fashion product used with multiple accessories shows longevity due to numerous incarnations

Patent leather is that one key trend that always comes back in style no matter what happens in the fashion world. It’s that one little detail sure to give a little shine or a pop of color to any girl’s wardrobe. The reason for this is simple: versatility. Patent leather is a detail that can range from bags to shoes, belts, jackets and more. The only rule here is to not overdo it, or it comes off overly shiny and definitely tacky. Pairing patent leather flats with a belt can work as well as pairing a patent leather bag with patent leather shoes. The same rule of less is more is the best way to showcase this trend in a chic way. But how to wear it? Patent leather flats are key to the wardrobe of any busy college girl; they are perfect for running to class but can also be paired with a cute dress and tights for a night out. The breakout classic patent leather flat was designed by Tory Burch, but they are also available at retailers everywhere since Burch’s flats tend to be on the more expensive end. Full story

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Chelsey Seidel

Tete a Tete: ‘Harry Potter’ series casts spell on readers with more magic, less mushy romance

When you were a little kid and would run around your backyard playing pirate and building forts, what did you imagine? Did you wish to have secret magical powers that could make you invisible and an arsenal of spells that would let you move objects from across the room? Or, did you wish an overly suave vampire who sparkles more than a disco ball and impresses you by moving faster than someone on cocaine would sweep you off your feet?  When it comes to a competition between the “Harry Potter” series and the “Twilight” series, there is really no competition at all. Full story