{"id":1122,"date":"2025-02-11T10:16:40","date_gmt":"2025-02-11T16:16:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.jccc.edu\/messenger\/?p=1122"},"modified":"2025-02-13T15:53:51","modified_gmt":"2025-02-13T21:53:51","slug":"how-to-college-galentines-day-mental-health-help-fashion-trends-and-music-to-hurry-up-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.jccc.edu\/messenger\/2025\/02\/11\/how-to-college-galentines-day-mental-health-help-fashion-trends-and-music-to-hurry-up-spring\/","title":{"rendered":"How to College: “Galentine’s” Day, Mental Health Help, Fashion Trends, And Music To Hurry Up Spring"},"content":{"rendered":"

Note: How to College is a weekly round-up of useful and fun bits of information about ways to make the most out of college life, produced by the students of JOUR 122 on-campus class.<\/strong><\/p>\n

With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, here is a list of local \u201cGalentines\u201d-inspired events happening this week so that everyone can enjoy this holiday, no matter if you’re single, in a situationship, dating someone, or just celebrating with friends or family. Local businesses and venues are hosting a variety of events that range from craft making to sweat treats and light-hearted competitions, ensuring that this holiday is filled with love and excitement, not bitterness or resentment. To find out more information on the event or to purchase a ticket,\u00a0 Click on the underlined text below.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ceramic Cafe<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

February 14th<\/span><\/p>\n

6:00-8:00 PM<\/span><\/p>\n

The first event is at Ceramic Cafe, an art studio in Overland Park. For only $5 a ticket, you get to create a KC or Taylor Swift-inspired heart ornament or magnet. As well as try your hand at fused glass to make a sun catcher or trinket dish. There will be games, snacks, and even a prize drawing, just wear red or pink for a chance to win.<\/span><\/p>\n

McLain\u2019s Bakery Cookie Class<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

February 13th<\/span><\/p>\n

6:30-8:00 p.m.<\/span><\/p>\n

The next event will take place at the delicious McLain\u2019s Bakery in Kansas City. With no prior experience needed, you get to decorate a dozen wintery-themed iced cookies. You will receive all the supplies there, and the best part is you can take home all a dozen cookies to enjoy later.<\/span><\/p>\n

ReRoll Tavern RomCom Romp<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

February 8th<\/span><\/p>\n

7:00 – 11:30 pm<\/span><\/p>\n

This next event is for all you rom-com lovers who want to test your knowledge. ReRoll Tavern, located in Kansas City, is hosting a Rom Com-themed trivia and entertainment night. You can enjoy music from beloved rom-com soundtracks and trivia questions based on iconic lines, soundtracks, and moments in film, television, and literature.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Hue Creative Printmaking<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

February 12th<\/span><\/p>\n

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM<\/span><\/p>\n

Hue Creative Studio, located in Overland Park, is hosting a gel printmaking Galentines event. Here, you will get to experiment with vibrant colors and unique textures to create your very own print. All supplies are provided, so just bring your creativity and your closest friends!<\/span><\/p>\n

-Reagan Priest<\/span><\/p>\n

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Bye Bad Mental Health<\/strong><\/p>\n

Going into 2025, it has been a popular trend to pick your ins and outs for the year. College students can all agree that there is one thing that is totally out: bad mental health. After a long winter, college-aged students can experience poor mental health. Appalachian State University did a survey finding out that 25% of their students experience depression going into early spring.<\/p>\n

JCCC has many outlets to help you with mental health and build a healthy outlook going into the rest of the semester. Its counseling center is available to all students. Under the personal counseling section on the JCCC website, there are specific resources for whatever you are dealing with, such as alcoholism or depression.<\/p>\n

Mindsets can be set based on the people and relationships we surround ourselves with. There are plenty of college horror stories of people having horrible support systems around them throughout school. When it comes to having healthy relationships it’s a process but remember to be there for each other. Keep a good balance of spending time with the people you love and setting some time for yourself.<\/p>\n

– Katie Dors
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Spring Fashion Is Always Timeless<\/strong><\/p>\n

Fashion has the power to influence our moods, shifting from cozy sweats and heavy coats to bright colors and shorts. This season, we are drawing inspiration from designer Isabell Marant\/Boho Moto. Fashion trends fluctuate over the years, and here are the fashion ins and outs for 2025:<\/span><\/p>\n

Isabel Marant Spring 2025 Ready-to-Wear Collection | Vogue<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

How Isabel Marant Transcended French-Girl Style<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Explaining Boho Moto: The Trend That Will Define 2025<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

A timeless and affordable outfit for spring consists of a casual U-shaped white full-length tank top paired with mid-length jeans or jean shorts. This combination has a laid-back, model-off-duty vibe. Here\u2019s how to style it:<\/span><\/p>\n

How to Style a Tank Top: 8 Easy Outfits to Try | Who What Wear<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Bonitas Denim Shorts – Shop Online – One Teaspoon USA<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Fringe is making a comeback this season, adding a playful touch that\u2019s perfect for spring. Whether it\u2019s on a bag, a miniskirt, or shorts, fringe is definitely trending. Look at some of these for a fringe guide:<\/span><\/p>\n

Fringe Spring 2025 Fashion Trend | The Impression<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Sweatshirts are essential in college. A new brand for spring is The Laundry Room for their trendy boho grunge vibe, available on Revolve and their website.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

25 Designer Travel Bags for All Your 2024 Adventures | Vogue<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

As college students, backpacks are key, but you can elevate your style with tote bags. For high-end options, consider Goyard, Marc Jacobs, and Louis Vuitton. For more affordable choices, look at H&M, Amazon, and Beis.<\/span><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.revolve.com\/the-laundry-room-loungewear\/br\/179892\/?navsrc=left<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The tennis look is a must-have for everyone, capturing the chic athleisure vibe reminiscent of Princess Diana in springtime. For a playful touch, jelly flip-flops can add a fun yet sophisticated feel, perfect for spring and summer. See how to channel these looks:<\/span><\/p>\n

How To Wear Tennis-Inspired Style In 2025 – Vogue Australia<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Jennifer Lawrence Just Proved Jelly Sandals Are Back\u2014Here Are the Best Styles to Shop<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

The only out on this list is wearing clothes you don\u2019t feel confident and amazing in.<\/span><\/p>\n

– Adi Vesey<\/p>\n

Needing Spring? At Least You Can Listen To It<\/strong><\/p>\n

College students love the weather turning to spring and the change in media that comes with it. It might snow this week, but we can still pretend spring is close through music. Out are the days of the sad slow stuff and in is music reflecting a more upbeat and happy feel. Here’s what to look for:<\/span><\/p>\n

Songs like <\/span>Hell N Back<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Put Your Records On<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>Pink + White<\/span><\/a> should be in rotation. The carefree energy of these songs mixed with the hopeful and dreamlike lyrics can blend into such a feel-good-carefree listening experience. Nothing too heavy, just music to help you look forward to late night walks and feeling that nice crisp air. More songs by smaller artists include <\/span>FAMJAM4000<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Candy<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>Cabin Fever<\/span><\/a> hit the list bringing those same upbeat vibes any student might be looking for. If Rap is more your style consider, <\/span>SWEET \/ I THOUGHT YOU WANTED TO DANCE<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>Sacrifices<\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>After The Storm<\/span><\/a>, the laid back style most definitely still tracks with these.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

– Gunnar Galloway<\/span><\/p>\n

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