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Can you choose your roommate at CU Boulder?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

If you have identified a roommate you would like to live with who has been assigned to your same building and room type, you will be able to submit a mutual roommate request by logging in to the MyCULiving portal starting on July 16. More information about this process is coming soon, via your Colorado.edu […]

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Where is the Charleston dance from?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

South Carolina. The Charleston is a dance named after the harbor city of Charleston, South Carolina. The rhythm was popularized in mainstream dance music in the United States by a 1923 tune called “The Charleston” by composer/pianist James P. What is the origin of the Charleston dance? The Charleston is said to be based on […]

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How much is a 3 day trip to Miami?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

If you are travelling alone to Miami, 100 USD a day should be enough. If you choose a hotel for your stay in Miami, the price will rise to 150 USD. A couple will have to pay around 270 USD for one day in Miami. Duration 1-day trip Mid-range 105 USD Luxury Travel 302 USD […]

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How long is the boat ride from Maui to Molokini?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Molokini is about 9 miles offshore (1 hr boat ride). About an hour boat ride for the other destinations too. Olowalu may take a little longer. How long is the boat ride from Lahaina to Molokini? five hoursHome » How Long is the Boat Ride to Molokini The total round-trip ride time is five hours, […]

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Is Atlanta a Greek name?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Atalanta (/ˌætəˈlæntə/; Greek: Ἀταλάντη Atalantē) meaning “equal in weight”, is a heroine in Greek mythology.In both versions, Atalanta was a local figure allied to the goddess Artemis; in such oral traditions, minor characters were often assigned different names, resulting in minor regional variations. What does Atlanta mean in Greek? as a name for girls has […]

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Why is Vermont the Green Mountain State?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

The state’s name comes from two French words vert (green) and mont (mountain), which explains Vermont’s nickname, the “Green Mountain State.” Ethan Allen and the Green Mountain Boys defended their homeland from the British during the Revolutionary War.Some of Vermont’s major industries are dairy farming and tourism. Why is Vermont so special? Vermont not only […]

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Where is the coolest weather in Georgia?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

The weather in Georgia’s Blue Ridge Mountains is almost as great as the scenery! The Georgia Mountains area of the Chattahoochee National Forest has summers with warm to mild days and comfortably cool nights. Winters in the area can be quite cold with occasional snow and ice at the higher elevations. Where is the coolest […]

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What month is the coldest in Missouri?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Louis’s coldest month is January when the average temperature overnight is 21.2°F. What was the coldest day in 2021 in Missouri? February 16thThe lowest temperatures throughout the cold wave of 2021 occurred during the morning of Tuesday, February 16th. Most areas across central and southwest Missouri experienced readings in the -10 to -20 range. Joplin […]

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Is Charleston SC A foodie city?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

CHARLESTON, SC (WCSC) – A new national survey places Charleston in 20th place in the nations “Best Food Cities.” It ranked 58th in average beer and wine prices and 81st in gourmet specialty-food stores per capita. Is Charleston SC a foodie town? Particularly for a city of its population (about 125,000), Charleston boasts an outsized […]

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Why is Miami the best?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

1. The beaches are world class. There are few beaches in the world that can compete with Miami’s sandy shores. The city’s miles of pristine coastline conjure up all kinds of activities; you’ll find beach volleyball games, outside gym classes and, of course, the most gorgeous sunbathing spots you’ll ever experience. Why is Miami the […]

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Are there stingrays in South Padre Island?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Yes, there are stingrays along the beaches of Padre Island …and yes, people do get stuck by them. Stingrays are actually a specialized branch-off of early sharks. What can sting you in South Padre Island? The Portuguese Man-of-War (above) is one type of venomous marine life that can be spotted on the beaches of South […]

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Is Nantucket in Cape Cod?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Nantucket /ˌnænˈtʌkɪt/ is an island about 30 miles (50 km) by ferry south from Cape Cod, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Together with the small islands of Tuckernuck and Muskeget, it constitutes the Town and County of Nantucket, a combined county/town government. How far is Cape Cod from Nantucket? 30 milesNantucket is 30 miles […]

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Is Bend Oregon water fluoridated?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Does the City of Bend add fluoride to our drinking water? No. City of Bend does not add fluoride to the water. Fluoride is a naturally occurring trace element in surface and groundwater. What cities in Oregon have fluoridated water? Salem, Keizer, Silverton, Turner, Sublimity, Dallas, Monmouth and Independence all have fluoride in their water […]

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Does Columbus Day still exist?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Columbus Day is a U.S. holiday that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492, and Columbus Day 2021 occurs on Monday, October 11. It was unofficially celebrated in a number of cities and states as early as the 18th century, but did not become a federal holiday until 1937. What states […]

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What did Penn promise immigrants to Pennsylvania?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Knowing that many of his predecessors had warred with the Indians, Penn promised them fair treatment, an opportunity for a redress of their grievances and, above all, peace. To this end, he established a list of conditions for both the colonists and Quaker officials for their conduct in dealing with the Indians. What did Penn […]

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