College students live online. Addicted to Facebook, Twitter and BuzzFeed, we’re always clicking, posting and sharing.
But sometimes it gets boring to visit the same old rotation of websites. Fortunately, six Diamondback columnists have each picked one website they think you should bookmark (don’t forget to bookmark diamondbackonline.com, too). Check out their recommendations, and start clicking!
Robert Cobb talks about the value of The Weekly Sift, a blog that rounds up the week’s news in an accessible, digestible format.
Sifting through, so you don’t have to.
Erik Shell discusses the peaceful calm of Rainy Mood, a website that plays relaxing rain sound effects on a loop.
Rain makes everything better.
Adam Offitzer explains why WonkBlog is the perfect gateway for those who aren’t political junkies but still want to learn more about our government.
Politics, explained.
Marc Priester professes his love for The Economist and its wide variety of analytical coverage.
Not just about the economy.
Tiffany Burba explains the magic of Sporcle, a site with endless, addicting quizzes and trivia.
Mentally stimulating diversions.
Finally, Dave Stroh introduces SportsWatch, an up-and-coming site that covers tons of college teams, including the Terps.
A new website for NCAA coverage.
