February 23, 2009
V is for Violence, Valentine, Vagina … and Controversy
by April StolarzEach Valentine’s Day, when images of hearts, flowers, chocolate, and hallmark cards dance in the minds of lovers and friends, activists aim to promote a different message: the demise of violence against women and girls. The global non-profit movement V-Day has branded Feb. 14 as V-Day, with the V standing for Violence, Valentine and Vagina. Although... [Read more of this story]
January 6, 2009
How to Set and Stick to New Year’s Resolutions
by April StolarzPhoto Credit: Google Images During the holidays we overindulge in eating, drinking, and spending money, and tell ourselves we’ll take control once the holidays end. After the ball drops, when the party’s over and it’s time to go home, you may wake up a little hazy and realize it’s a new year, it’s time for change. The infamous resolutions,... [Read more of this story]
December 3, 2008
Free fitness classes at the SRC during finals week!
by April StolarzEveryone is probably stressin’ out more than ever this week considering finals are approaching. It’s crunch-time. I know I’m a wreck trying to get everything accomplished. Well good news for both you and me. The SRC is offering an opportunity to release all that stress and unwind. Sun Devil Fit classes and Sun Devil mindbody... [Read more of this story]
December 2, 2008
Christmas Recipes
by April StolarzMini Pumpkin Tarts Ingredients: 3 packages prebaked frozen mini pastry shells 1 (15-ounce) can pumpkin 2 cups (plus extra for garnish) frozen whipped topping, thawed 1 teaspoon (plus extra for garnish) pumpkin pie spice 1 (3.4-ounce) package cheesecake-flavor instant pudding and pie filling Mint leaves (for garnish) Directions: Remove... [Read more of this story]
December 2, 2008
Recipes for Hanukkah
by April StolarzSufganiots A sufganiot is a ball-shaped doughnut filled with sweet cheese or jelly. This recipe makes 24. Ingredients: 2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast 1/4 cup white sugar 3/4 cup warm milk (110 degrees F/45 degrees C) 2 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour 2 egg yolks 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons butter,... [Read more of this story]
November 29, 2008
Eat, Drink, and Be Merry, right?
by April StolarzI hope everyone had a happy and healthy Thanksgiving! I don’t know how healthy mine was considering all the food I ate. Before dinner I couldn’t stay away from the shrimp, chips, and, crackers and cheese. During dinner my plate was pretty much a mashed potato mountain, and I had a whole forest of stuffing, turkey, ziti and more. ... [Read more of this story]
November 19, 2008
Students Answer: “What Was The Best Part of Your Semester?”
by April StolarzJesse Taylor, Freshman, Creative Writing Major “Meeting new people.” Kelsey Meek, Freshman, Biology Major “Learning about human development – the lectures were fascinating.” Daniela Sanders, Freshman, Business Communications Major “I liked being more independent and being able to do what I want.” Stella Faussane, Freshman,... [Read more of this story]
November 14, 2008
Movin’ n Groovin’
by April StolarzWhen I work out, I like to get pumped up. Nothing gets me going like the right song. Here’s some music that I could work out to for hours: So What by Pink…when Pink sings ”na-na-na-na-na-na-na” in the beginning, I feel like a little kid again, chasing after my brother. The attitude in Pink’s voice eggs on my... [Read more of this story]
November 11, 2008
Tips for avoiding boredom eating
by April StolarzPeople eat for a lot of different reasons: they’re hungry, depressed, lonely, the food’s there, etc. One of the top reasons people eat is simple- they’re bored. Many times I’ll be trying to work on homework but my mind just can’t concentrate. To procrastinate, I’ll wonder into my kitchen. “What are... [Read more of this story]
November 11, 2008
Body and Brain Club at ASU
by April StolarzBody and Brain Club? I betcha you didn’t even know we had one of these at ASU. This club is a student group that seeks to promote health, happiness, and peace through integrated mind and body training. Health, happiness and peace are all essential workings of the inner harmony of life. As soon as I read those three words, I became interested... [Read more of this story]
