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Don’t waste money on needless utilities expenses

By Emily Isaacman · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 11 a.m.

A little strategic thinking can make a big difference in utility bills.

Dorms and dragons

By Clark Gudas · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 5 a.m.

Dungeons & Dragons brings fantasy adventure to the residence hall.

Plant lovers across Bloomington share tips and tricks

By Christine Fernando · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 4 a.m.

Local gardeners told the IDS how to turn dorm rooms into gardens.

What to know about parking at IU

By Caroline Anders · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 2 a.m.

Here's how to avoid receiving one of the 35,000 tickets the Office of IU Parking Operations gave out last year.

City of Bloomington trash and recycling bins sit behind Phi Gamma Delta fraternity. The Sustainability Action Plan, expected to be finalized this month, outlines the city’s long-term goals, short-term priorities, responsible parties, timelines and cost estimates related to the city’s sustainability efforts for the next five years.

Managing waste and recycling in Bloomington

By Dominick Jean · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 1 a.m.

Managing waste and recycling in Bloomington can be confusing, but here are some tips.

How to drive away your roommate in 9 easy steps

By Laurel Demkovich · Wednesday, Jan. 24,2018 12 a.m.

Use these nine quick steps for the best roommate experience.

Editor’s Picks: Top 10 things to know before you move off campus

By Lydia Gerike · Tuesday, Jan. 23,2018 8 p.m.

Off-campus spending habits can teach students financial responsibility

By Nyssa Kruse · Wednesday, Jan. 17,2018 8 a.m.

Personal finance experts recommend creating good spending habits while in college.

Bloomington demographics

By Harley Wiltsey · Monday, Aug. 14,2017 4:11 p.m.

Here are some quick facts about IU's hometown.

Advice from a property manager for setting up your utilities with ease

By Alexa Chryssovergis · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:19 a.m.

A good landlord won't leave you to fend for yourself, so don't fret.

Roommates Garrett Dederichs and Ben Ekdahl won the Residential Programs and Services Cool Room Contest.

Spice up your space

By Jesse Naranjo · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:18 a.m.

Students Garrett Dederichs and Erin Deckard give their best tips for revamping their room.

COLUMN: Breaking the budgeting blues

By Kelly Evans · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:17 a.m.

Whether you’re looking to save a little extra pocket money or hardcore trim your spending, we’ve got tips to make your 2017 thrifty and thriving.

An international perspective

By Hannah Boufford · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:17 a.m.

The food and the people were the hardest things to adjust to for Lian.

How to keep your belongings safe when leaving for break

By Jack Evans · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:16 a.m.

Follow this advice to guard against unwelcome houseguests, be they fire, water or burglars.

Staying safe while subletting

By Christine Fernando · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:16 a.m.

If you need to leave for a semester or summer, subletting could be the answer.

Renting the right way

By Brooke McAfee · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:16 a.m.

Before signing the dotted line, follow these tips to ensure yourself and your belongings are safe.

Finding the magic number

By Emily Berryman · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:16 a.m.

Before deciding whether to live alone or with roommates, there are important things to consider.

Beefing up the basics

By Emily Abshire · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:15 a.m.

Step up your cooking game with these tasty recipes.

Be sure to store

By Hannah Boomshire · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:15 a.m.

When the dorms close at the end of the semester, there are alternatives to taking all your belongings home.

10 things we wish we had known before moving out

By IDS staff · Friday, Jan. 27,2017 1:14 a.m.

The IDS staff reflects on what they wish they knew before moving out.

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