Julia Davis

Joined: Nov 21, 2012

Julia Davis is a sophomore at Williams College in Massachusetts, where she writes for the student newspaper and studies 27 hours a day thanks to a time turner. Although she originally enrolled with the intent to major in World Domination, she switched to History after being unable to grow the requisite facial hair. Her hobbies include exercising, singing, and crashing hip-hop dance parties with the electric slide.

6 'Penis Panics' Around the World

How Did the Grapefruit Get Its Name?

James McIntyre: The World’s Cheesiest Poet

15 Things You Might Not Know About Pennsylvania

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15 Things You Might Not Know About Florida

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15 Things You Might Not Know About Alabama

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The Time Abe Lincoln and a Rival Almost Dueled

On September 22, 1842, the Mississippi River levee in Alton, Illinois, was crammed full of spectators awaiting the results of a highly anticipated duel -- a smackdown between Abraham Lincoln and political rival James Shields.

9 Tips for that James K. Polk Bash You’re Probably Planning

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8 People Who Played Presidential Candidates in Mock Debates

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A Dunder Mifflin Tour of Scranton

Scranton, Pennsylvania, is a Mecca of sorts for fans of The Office, playing home to the fictional Dunder Mifflin Paper Company and the lovable cast of characters that work there. While the show is actually filmed in California, there are plenty of referen

9 Tips for Planning a William Taft Birthday Bash

Looking for a way to liven up your Saturday night? Here’s a complete idiot’s guide to throwing a 155th birthday bash for America’s largest-and-in-chargest commander-in-chief: the great William Howard Taft. 1. The Food Almonds, almonds, and more almonds. S

Swilling the Planters With Bumbo: How George Washington Won Votes Before Campaign Ads

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Why Can't You Remember Being a Baby?

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The Belgian Plan to Give Beer to Schoolchildren

In 2001, Belgian schools waged a new front in the war against childhood obesity. In an effort to keep kids away from sugary drinks, a plan emerged to swap soda and lemonade for a healthy alternative: beer.