Spring Arbor University Crusader

"Feng what?" you ask. It's pronounced "Fung Shway" and it is somewhat of a buzzword for interior decorating. "Feng Shui" means "wind water" in Chinese. It is the ancient Chinese art of creating a harmonious physical environment. The dorm room creates a dilemma because it is office, bedroom and living room all rolled into one-a difficult balance.

Transitioning into college life is not easy. Somewhere amidst the stranger living across the room, the sea of unknown faces lining the hall and the prospect of sharing a bathroom with twenty other people is the notion you are beginning the best four years of your life.

Don't buy all your books at the bookstore. You can save a lot of money by buying used books from other students, borrowing from or sharing with friends, or buying books on-line. The university has a pool in Dunckel Gym and there are times when it is open to students.

Sometimes it feels like a guy just can't catch a break. Matt Hayden, a sophomore last year at Spring Arbor University, was one of those guys. Hayden has suffered injury after injury in his three years at SAU, many of which have kept him out of the classroom and away from studying.

Whether it is MSO, ISO, AMP, or MOE, the Office of Intercultural Relations (OIR) has branched out and made the commitment to reach any and everyone on campus. The multicultural office has been in expansion mode. For this new school year, there will be a group for everyone.

On Wednesday, September 3, Spring Arbor University will once again host the Lo-Down Community Information event from 9:45 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This year brings a few noticeable changes. "We're expanding the space by about twelve feet," said John Beck, the event coordinator.

Ramen and soft drinks and cookies, oh my! It's no wonder college kids are often unhealthy, tired and ravenous for some good home cooking. What's a grumble-stomached student to do? Make your own meals, of course! Before you protest that you have no kitchen skills whatsoever, let me assure you that entire meals can be produced in your room-or with a little help from the saucepans in your dorm's RA closet.

There's a reason the words "dirt-poor" and "college student" often belong in the same sentence. According to CollegeBoard.com, last year's seniors at a private institution like SAU paid an average of $23,712 to complete their four-year degree. Despite the rising amount of financial aid available, many students stress about spending money.