INPUT ARTICLE: Article: You can’t make friends when you’re cooped up in your dorm room all day. Get dressed, take a deep breath, and head to a football game, a dance, a party, or a campus festival. There could be lots of potential friends at these events. Plus, staying up to date with campus events can give you more to talk about with your peers. Of course, during exam time you may need to buckle down at the library, but in calmer times, try doing your homework in the student union or a coffee shop. Sit down next to a friendly-looking student and start a conversation. You could ask for a coffee recommendation or a spare pencil. Say something like, “Hey, I’ve never been here before and I’m torn about what to order. What drink do you usually get?” If someone invites you to coffee, lunch, or a party, say yes! While you shouldn’t do anything that goes against your value system, it’s important to get out of your comfort zone in order to meet new people.  If you’re not a huge partier, don’t feel pressured to attend tons of frat parties or drink. You can bond with people in other ways. Try to give everyone a chance. Avoid judging people. While you should never do anything you're uncomfortable with, you may be surprised by who ends up becoming your friend! Instead of eating at your dorm room desk, hit up the dining hall! Make an effort to get to know the other people who frequent your dining hall. Don’t be afraid to sit down next to someone new or start a conversation at the dessert bar.  Introduce yourself by saying, “Hey, I’m Jack. I think I’ve seen you around a few times. I live in the dorm right next to the dining hall.” Make a comment about the food. If the hamburgers look a little questionable, nudge the person next to you and say, “What do you think about the burgers? Should I go for one or steer clear?” If you don’t have a meal plan, invite hall mates over to cook dinner together or have a potluck-style feast.

SUMMARY: Go to campus events. Do your homework in social spaces. Say yes to invitations. Eat dinner in the same dining hall every night.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Fold the cloth in half three times, so that it has eight small sides. You can get the most out of the cloth this way, because there will be eight sides that you can use for up to eight separate light switches. Microfiber naturally disinfects surfaces without the negative side effects of chemicals. Rub down the entire surface of the switch with one of the eight sides of the cloth. If the light switch has visible signs of dirt and grime, you will need to use a different method. Do not run water over the cloth, or it will spread the dirt that you have picked up. Instead, use another side of the folded cloth to wipe down the next switch.

SUMMARY: Fold the microfiber cloth. Wipe the switch down with a dry microfiber cloth. Use a different side of the cloth for the next switch.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: To overhand serve, it is an easy, four step piece. You'll first need to have your left foot slightly in front of right foot. The rest is in the next section. Do this move. (2 part) Step 1, your position; have your left foot forward. Hold the ball directly in front of you at chest height, arm length away. Step 2, bring back your right arm like your hand is going to touch your ear. Step 3, keeping left arm straight, toss the ball up about a foot  above your head. Toss it a little bit forward, but not so much you can't reach it. Step 4, step forward with right leg, and hit the ball as you step. If you aren't strong, do it with your fist instead of flat handed; some coaches don't allow their team to do it with their fist, though.

SUMMARY: Position. Hands and Arms.


INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A pair of Blue Rams will do best in a tank that is at least 10 gallons. If you add other fish or other cichlid pairs, then you’ll need to go up to at least 20 gallons. Disregard everything you’ve heard about the one gallon of water per inch of fish rule, it’s simply outdated and extremely flawed.  Remember that German Blue Ram Cichlids can grow to be 2–3 inches (5.1–7.6 cm) at maturity. Overcrowding is not a problem to be taken lightly. It can stress your fish out, making them more prone to illness. It can also lead to increased aggressiveness and even starvation. Rams are accustomed to the tropical waters of Venezuela and Colombia, right near the equator. The areas they occupy are shallow with minimal cover, and they require consistent water temperatures of at least 80 degrees, with 82-86 being optimal. A heater can be used to regulate your tanks temperature. An aquarium light improves tank visibility. Many people choose to purchase an aquarium hood that includes a built-in light and heater. Whatever lighting setup you choose, German Blue Ram Cichlids do best with light during the daytime. 6-8 hours of light a day is plenty; any more than that and you may run into algae problems. This is the base material that covers the floor of your tank. Blue Rams prefer sand or gravel, as they mirror a Ram’s natural habitat. Make sure to rinse your substrate out before adding, otherwise it will make your tank appear murky. Add at least 2 inches (5.1 cm) of sand or gravel at the bottom of the tank and spread it out evenly. Blue Rams do best in a complex habitat with a number of good hiding spaces. Be sure to include plants, rocks, caves, and driftwood in your tank. These items will make water changes more of a hassle, but will improve the health of your cichlids in the long term.  Place larger plants on the outer perimeter of the tank. Make sure to leave swimming space in between and an open area in the middle of the tank. The Dwarf Amazon Sword and Brazilian Water Ivy are two plants that Blue Rams enjoy.  A good selection of driftwood pieces can help regulate the pH level, provide great hiding spaces, and serve as a plant anchor. Make sure to buy your driftwood from a pet store, as this will ensure that is safe for aquarium use. You may notice some water yellowing after adding driftwood, this is perfectly normal and can be remedied via regular water changes.

SUMMARY:
Select the proper tank size. Install the proper heater, hood, and light. Add substrate. Provide ample and appropriate tank decorations.