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MESSAGE 1: THE SPRING BREAK COUNTDOWN!
How can I budget my spring break vacation?
Tips for Vacation Budgeting!
1.
If you’re flying to your destination, always remember the more bags you
have the higher your luggage fee! So pack light if possible! *Another
fee people often forget is tolls! If you’re traveling out of state see how
much the toll fee is!
2.
Always budget some money for emergencies! If you’re driving, make
sure your car is able to handle the long drive. Put aside some cash in
case of a breakdown!
3.
If you’re traveling in a group have everyone pitch in for gas money! It
keeps from one person burning a hole in their pocket.
4.
Always remember to budget for food! If you’re worried about high
priced restaurants’, try buying groceries and make your own dinner a
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few times instead of eating out every night.
5.
If you’re going to a place like Florida for break, remember that average
things such as a bottle of water are expensive! Be aware of the kind
of place you’re going and how much normal day things will cost!
6.
Check out websites like hotwire.com, expedia.com, & kayak.com to
save big on flights and hotels!
With only three weeks left you may be
wondering how you’re going to budget your
Spring Break Vacation. Depending on where
you go and how you get there things can be
pretty pricey! Things aren’t easy on a college
budget! Take a look at ways to save and
things to consider when fitting into your
budget!
MESSAGE 2: The Weekly Review!
Weekly reviews by your first-year peers of local restaurants, shops, places to go and more! So
check it out each week to see new reviews to help you choose!
ENJOY!
Review 1 –Local Theatres!!
Regal Biltmore Grande Stadium 15
by Elizabeth Pina
Reclining seats, the smell of popcorn, the crackling of candy wrapper, and the small talk of people around as you
wait for the movie to start. The Regal Biltmore Grande Stadium 15 is one of the finest movies theaters in the
Western North Carolina area. Surrounded by hundreds of shops that range from ice cream shops to fine dine
restaurants to cute little antique shops, there is always something to do in Biltmore Park. They have reasonable
pricing for all movies that include regular and 3D. Walking into the building is like if you were walking into a
concert hall. The lighting is dimmed as if it were lit with chandeliers. I have never seen so many employees
willing to help you in any way they can and it unbelievable how friendly they are. Although the concession lines
can be long and the prices can get pricey they are well worth it. The cleanliness is amazing throughout the entire
building. The booming from the surround sound is the heart beat of the theater.
If you decide to go it would be a good idea to take an extra jacket because it can get pretty cold while you’re
watching the movie. The only flaw that this theater has is if you like to sit in the back row, the seats don’t recline
there. A personal note would be that there is not a better movie theater you can go to get the same high quality
than this one provides you. My favorite part would be the stadium seating because the seats are comfortable
beyond belief and you get to lie as far back as you like or not at all. I would highly recommend going to this
theatre for family nights, dates, or just going with a big group of friends to de-stress from all the college
homework. With it only being less than an hour away I would say it’s worth it.
If you are curious to read more reviews, visit the wiki: http://roma.wcu.edu/groups/getlocal/
MESSAGE 3: Announcements!
Your journey ---- Your goals --- the contest is now OPEN!
EYE on FYE
Check out the above link for contest details and entry forms!
It is time for you to ‘Make your Mark’
Want to be in an issue of the Message Board?
A new section called “CUB’s Corner” IS NOW OPEN! This section is all about
YOU!
Show off your creativity! We need new cubs to submit their own works such as an
original poem, video, drawing/ comic strip, short story, almost anything!
There will also be a lucky cub featured in one week’s issue for getting involved on campus.
Whether it’s through volunteer work, club/organization, or an event on campus! Simply
send in a picture or short video and a short description of yourself and what you’re doing
to stay involved on campus!
Need advice? Cub’s Corner will also feature an Ask Mitten’s column!
All submission types are to be sent to cubsaskmittens@yahoo.com!
Discover College
Adapt to new environments and responsibilities - discover and use the resources available
to you!
Be Involved
Identify and act upon your role and responsibility as an engaged citizen - be an active
participant in your learning experiences!
Connect the Dots
Connect your personal interests and abilities, academics, and co-curricular activities as
you make sense of the world.
Think First
Identify complex issues or problems – evaluate your options to make an informed decision
- reflect on the implications of your choice.
Exchange Ideas
Communicate appropriately and respectfully in a variety of formats and contexts.
Calibrate Your Compass
Examine your values and goals - take responsibility for your own learning and development
- act with integrity