New Boutique Greek prides sororities

that is sure to make a big impact on the local Greek community. Upon entering you are greeted by the cheerful face of busiIf you are a girl in a sorority or have ness owner and executive director, McKaever met a girl in a sorority, you know how ra Laine Calhoon, who lets you know she much they love to show their pride in their is at your assistance. As you look around you see that there organizations. are specific tables and racks dedicated to This is mostly done through brightly colall of the sororities that Florida Southern ored tee shirts, buttons and even hair bows currently has. with their respective Greek letters. It also contains merchandise of chapters If you are a sorority member in Lakefrom surrounding schools such as the Uniland, you also know how difficult it is to versity of South Florida and the Univerfind sorority related items in the area. sity of Tampa. Well, gone are the days of ordering soT-shirts in eye-catching colors and fun rority items from sketchy websites and knick-knacks all devoted to sorority life wondering when they will ever arrive at fill the entire room. your doorstep. Boutique Greek has arrived The walls are bold colors, there are pain Lakeland to solve that dilemma. per chain streamers and a plate of cookLocated at 938 East Main Street, Bouies and treats. There is even a green veltique Greek is a charming little boutique vet couch, which looks perfect for your boyfriend to sit on while you shop. It truly is every sorority girls dream and its just a few blocks from campus. You may ask, what did Lakeland do to get so lucky? Well, Calhoon saw a need in the area and set out to fill it. Three years ago, Calhoon began Boutique Greek as a retail website for sorority girls. As a sorority member in college, Calhoon was always in search of the perfect apparel, but it was always too large, Photo by Rebecca Padgett too expensive or just Boutique Greek provides a wide variety of plain unappealing. attire and accessories for sororities. With her fathers help,

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Kelly Lamano, Co-Editor & Features
Kelly is a senior Print Journalism major with a Spanish minor, graduating in December. She is involved in Lambda Pi Eta, Interlachen, and Phi Eta Sigma. She enjoys editing and layout, and her last name means the hand in Spanish. She likes to kick back and relax with family and friends, watching The Office or writing guitar song parodies. Rebecca has been the Opinions Editor for two semesters, and was previously an Assistant Section Editor. She is a senior Communications/Print Journalism major and English/Creative Writing major. She is involved in the Kappa Delta sorority, Sigma Tua Delta and Lambda Pi Eta. She loves travel, fashion, antique stores and sarcasm.

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Calhoon set out to change that trend and began the business. I wanted to offer something that girls want to wear if they saw it in a regular store, not just because it has letters on it, Calhoon said. Calhoon grew up in Lakeland and is appreciative of the support the town gives to local businesses. So, Calhoon decided to make her business not only online but also right here in our very own community. Now, you can visit the store to find one of a kind tee shirts, gifts for your big/ little and alumnae items. The online store specializes in bulk orders. Photo by Rebecca Padgett Calhoon will work with Owner and executive director McKara Laine a chapters budget and de- Calhoon is a sorority alumna, which gave her sign ideas in order to come the inspiration to open up a boutique. up with the perfect bid day, socials or philanthropy see the schools sorority members in her shirts. store. Since Calhoon was involved in a sororIve worked with a lot of schools across ity herself, she is very passionate about the the nation, Ive been all over, and FSC has Greek community. a really special culture that I think is really She realizes the importance that the excellent, Calhoon said. FSC has one of Greek community plays, therefore, 8 per- the best Greek lives because the women cent of the sales go directly to each soror- are so sharing, so considerate and so poitys headquarters. lite. I dont mind helping FSC because I She is eager to hear what her customers think they have a top notch Greek system want from the store, and is always coming that I think should be an example for other up with fresh, inventive ideas on her own. Greek systems. She is excited to work with sororities in Boutique Greek is a new treasure to the area, and already plans to be a part of Lakeland and will soon be a filling up Florida Southerns Block Party. many sorority girls closets. In her opening week, Calhoon was parBe sure to find Boutique Greek on Faceticularly impressed by the support of Flor- book, Instagram, Twitter, Tumblr and on ida Southern, and is excited to continue to their website: www.boutiquegreek.com.

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Maggie is a junior at Florida Southern College. She has been working for the Southern as an editor for two years. She is a member of several organizations, including Zeta Tau Alpha, Lambda Pi Eta, and Phi Eta Sigma. She also loves Country music.

David is a senior Broadcast major graduating in Danielle is a senior Print Journalism major April. This is his first year as the Sports Editor. He graduating in December. She is an RA, and is captain of the mens cross country team. He is a member of Lambda Pi Eta. When shes not also one of the producers of the Southern Sports working on the Entertainment section of the Rock the Universe is a separately ticketed event held on two specic dates. Event occurs rain or shine. No rain checks, returns or refunds. Prices, dates, times, attractions and Network. He is involved in Lambda Pi Eta and Southern, she spends her time munching entertainment are subject to availability and may change without notice. Parking fees not included. General theme park admission tickets including, but not limited to the Orlando FlexTicket and OrlandoFlexTicketdown Plus, Annual Passes and Complimentary passes are not valid for this event. Additional restrictions may apply. Universal elements and all related SAAC. David would like to pursue a career in sports at Taco Bell. Her dream is to work at the indicia TM & 2013 Universal Studios. 2013 Universal Orlando. All rights reserved. 256784/0813/AT broadcasting. Vans Warped Tour.

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Her biggest support is her family and friends. She feels that without that team, she could not be able to do every thing she does. They reminded me to be thankful for good health, an amazing scholarship for allowing me to continue my education. I have been blessed, and I have to remind myself of them, Brooks said. Building relationships around campus is not a problem for her. It is an opportunity for Brooks to share her experience and help others, because she has been in the other persons position. You realize what is truly important in life: love and the relationships you have with people, Brooks said. Its not about how much money you make that will define your life. Its what you do with your time and the company youre with. She likes to talk and listen to what other people has to say. She is always there for her friends any time they need her. Sometimes its frustrating to see someone putting the wrong things as their top priority, but I sympathize, Brooks said. She doesnt know how she manages all the roles at the same time. She would like to have the answer. Being pregnant and taking 18 credit hours it wasnt the easiest thing, but I am determined, Brooks said. I came back also relate well to students because I am She wants to create a connection with to school as a more mature person. If you young. I am in my twenties. I have a lot of her guests. People from different places are more worried about your social life at experience, Brooks said. visit her, so she believes that they are school, you are looking for someone to trust. not going make She considers herself a very solid it. I am social, I hairstylist. have my fun, but She offers $20 off in the first hair I know there is a color or facial service. time and place. Students can also earn $10 on their In her part time next visit by referring a friend. job, she has speIt will be saved in the guests sercial offers for vice account once the friend has atFSC students tended the appointment. who want to their You can be the best hairstylist hair styled. in the world but if you dont listen A few of to what your guest wants or doesnt Brooks guests want, miscommunication can hapat the salon inpen, Brooks said. The biggest clude: Dean of thing is to have a good consultation, Student Deknowing what they expect of me and velopment Bill knowing what I expect from them. Langston, AsMost people would like to know sistant to the how to handle their hair look as good Registrar, Renee as if they came out of the salon. Beals, and FSC I educate people about how to students, Crystal work with their hair, and not against Clarke and Nait. So, people can actually learn dine Rager. and replicate the look that I gave Photo courtesy of Chelsea Brooks them, Brooks said. Its not about I like to stay ahead of Chelsea Brooks with her daughter, Harper. Brooks takes me anymore. Its about Harper and the trends. I on many roles, as mom, student, intern and hairstylist. our family.

Bethany is a sophomore majoring in Advertising/PR and Print Journalism. She is involved in Interlachen, and spends most of her time on the third floor of the library getting all this work completed. When shes not at the library, one of her favorite activities is walking (and sometimes running) Lake Hollingsworth with her friends, J-walking on campus and cooking on her George Foreman.

Raven Leverett, Asst. Features

Raven is a junior who is pursuing a double major in Print Journalism and Psychology. She is involved in Alpha Omicron Pi and Phi Eta Sigma. She is also an RA. Raven would describe herself as laid-back, and her favorite food is chicken.