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“Gas prices have affected how much I drive, but the shuttle bus is helpful. Traveling internationally is getting harder because the U.S. dollar isn’t worth as much because of adjusting exchange rates in Europe.” Miranda-May Beaubien, Sophomore Environmental Science |
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“I don’t really pay attention to that stuff. I just swipe my debit card whenever. I’m kind of living in my own little world. I feel pretty secure with the money I have saved.” Seth Doyle, Junior Media Production |
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“Since gas prices continue to rise, I take the shuttle-bus to class instead of driving. Necessities have begun to cost too much, so I don’t buy as many video games and limit drinks when out.” Steve Spampinato, Junior Media Studies |
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“I’m a horse instructor in the area and there has been a huge lack of business lately. Usually participants are up three times than what it is now. People are obviously cutting back on extracurricular activities to save money.” Kim Bragdon, Junior Biology |
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“A co-worker told me that my summer job at USM was going to be cut because of the budget crisis. I heard they were installing wireless internet on the buses, but they can cut my job? That just doesn’t make sense.” Chris Guare, Junior History |
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“I’ve limited spending and started a savings account. I’m not really worried about my job since I have work study.” Eric Beaty, Junior Electrical Engineering |
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