Hidden Gem: Street Food Philly February 17, 2013

So, Magic Carpet and Lyn’s are both great, but sometimes enough is enough. How many magic meatballs or bacon-egg-and-cheeses can you really eat? We need to open our eyes to the hundreds of delicious food trucks within walking distance that remain unknown to many on Penn’s campus. Consider me your guide. Residing on Drexel’s campus [...]



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Happy “Gal-entine’s” Day from The WALK February 14, 2013

It’s that time of the year when fundraisers selling candy/flowers/chocolate dot Penn’s campus: Valentine’s Day. No Valentine this year? No fear.  Here are The WALK’s suggestions for places around Philly to enjoy a fun, boy-stress-free,  “gal”-entine’s day dinner.  1. Max Brenner: This Center City restaurant is perfect for a dessert night with your closest friends. In [...]



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Fashion Trucks: Fashion on Wheels January 13, 2013

Just when you thought it couldn’t get any better than food trucks, something bigger and better is hitting the streets: fashion! From New York City to Los Angeles, fashion is on the move all over the country. Fashion trucks are driving the latest styles to you, featuring everything from vintage to designer apparel, as well [...]



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Q&A with Designer Irina Sigal January 12, 2013

Irina Sigal sees the world through the eyes of fashion. With fashion in her blood, this Russian native is transforming the Philadelphia fashion scene, one custom-made piece at a time. Each unique piece she creates mirrors the one-of-a-kind woman that makes up her client base. Irina’s work highlights the best parts of the body – [...]



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Barre Focus Fitness: A Quality Workout in 60 Minutes January 7, 2013

As busy college students without a car, it’s difficult to fit effective workouts into our schedule. Pottruck is only as good as we make it (and, mind you, we’ve gone to Pottruck plenty of times with the intention of leaving as quickly as possible), and the studios downtown are too far away to make the [...]



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Halloween Guide 2012 October 28, 2012

The first major holiday of the school year is coming up, and whether this is your first or fourth Halloween at Penn, The WALK is here to help you celebrate the right way. Check out our guide for where to shop for your perfect going-out costume and the activities to do to get you in [...]



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Thrifting in the City, Part II: True Planet Vintage October 14, 2012

After scouring thrift stores high and low, we’re back with “Thrifting in the City, Part II.” Last week we took you to Philly Aids Thrift, which didn’t disappoint. Our travels this week took us to True Planet Vintage Boutique. Located on 45th and Baltimore, the store has a prime location just minutes from Penn’s campus, across [...]



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Fail-Safe Dinners for a Successful On Campus Night Out October 13, 2012

Let’s talk logistics. How many times do you find yourself struggling to figure out what to eat before you go out for the night? If you’re like us, we’re guessing it happens a lot. It’s hard to choose a meal that will fill you up without inducing bloating, leave you satisfied but not immobile, and [...]



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Quick and Easy Downtown Study Breaks October 11, 2012

School’s been in session for a month and yet we’re already in midterm season. Take a well-deserved break, gather some friends or a significant other, and prepare for a short trip that won’t break your budget… 1. The Philadelphia Orchestra College Concert Listening to classical music makes you smarter, right? Perfect. The Philadelphia Orchestra has a [...]



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Spotlight On Philadelphia: Open Air Project October 1, 2012

Tonight when you return home, whether it’s from Van Pelt or Smokes, look at the sky to see and hear the voices of Philadelphia. From September 20th until October 14th, you will be able to see beams of light dancing to recordings crowd-sourced from Philadelphia residents and enchanting the city sky each evening. The 24 searchlight [...]



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