November 17, 2009
A Recipe for Success
by CollegeAffairMagazine.comBy Alec Boyle Richard Steed stands behind the counter of his small, tucked-away space on Mill Avenue greeting customers with his Southern charm as he offers them cookie samples at his establishment, Cookiez on Mill. Steed is proud to offer “the best value” and the cheapest fresh baked cookies with ice cream in the middle. “You... [Read more of this story]
November 10, 2009
Privacy is Exposed on Search Engines
by CollegeAffairMagazine.comBy Alexandra Zikesch Have you ever Googled, Binged or Yahooed yourself? If you haven’t go ahead and do it - I’ll give you a minute… Okay, what did you find? Past articles written about you from your high school’s student council? Maybe there were links to sports articles that mention your athletic past? Did your Facebook,... [Read more of this story]
October 27, 2009
TOMS SHOES - Style your Soul
by Amanda MonteagudoToms Shoes are more than just a fashion statement around campus these days; they are a way to help those in need around the world. Since 2006, Toms Shoes has followed a motto, “one for one,” that gives needy children around the world a pair of shoes every time a pair of shoes is bought. Today, people all over ASU have begun buying and... [Read more of this story]
October 27, 2009
Q & A on the Current Job Market
by Amanda MonteagudoAs we all know, America’s economy isn’t exactly in the best condition these days. People across the country are searching for jobs in order to make ends meet at home. Due to such a wide variety of applicants, businesses can be very choosey on who they hire for their openings. College Affair Magazine has decided to investigate the current... [Read more of this story]
October 15, 2009
Tempe Uproar Over Flavored Tobacco Ban
by Amanda MonteagudoAs we all can safely assume, when it comes to cancer, there are no flavor choices. In an effort to prevent smoking across the U.S., a new ban on flavored cigarettes has been put into effect, enraging many Tempe students. The Food and Drug Administration is regulating the selling of any cigarette other than regular tobacco or menthol across the nation.... [Read more of this story]
September 28, 2009
Turning 21 in Tempe
by Amanda MonteagudoTurning 21 is the last legal obstacle you must overcome before having free reign on pretty much all of your decisions. At age 16 you can drive, at 17 you can see R-rated movies, and at 18 you purchase tobacco, porn, and even get into strip clubs. However, at age 21 you are legally allowed to consume, and purchase alcohol wherever it is available,... [Read more of this story]
June 10, 2009
The Truth About DUI’s
by CollegeAffairMagazine.comPhoto Credit: Google Images By Alexandra Paul Unfortunately, most college students know at least one person who has gotten a DUI. As law enforcement in the state has been cracking down more and more on DUI’s, it is important to know the consequences of what’s becoming an all too common occurrence. For a first time drunk driving conviction,... [Read more of this story]
May 12, 2009
Fun Facts: Barack Obama, Outside the Oval Office
by CollegeAffairMagazine.comIf you know anyone who attended the 2009 ASU spring commencement ceremony, you know that the 44th president can give a pretty inspirational speech. But, did you know he can bench press 200 pounds? Here are some other interesting facts you may not know about President Barack Obama: He collects comic books; Spider Man is his favorite. He speaks Spanish. He... [Read more of this story]
April 29, 2009
Swine Flu Death Hits the U.S.
by CollegeAffairMagazine.comBy Emily Cunningham A 23 month old toddler has been reported as the first person to die of the swine flu outbreak. The child, a Mexican national, passed away in a hospital in Houston after traveling with his family to Texas. Houston’s health director, Dr. David Persse confirmed in a press conference that the boy’s family members are “healthy... [Read more of this story]
April 14, 2009
President Obama on the Economy: 4/14/09
by CollegeAffairMagazine.comBy Emily Cunningham Photo Credit: Associated Press Tuesday morning, President Obama spoke at Georgetown University in Washington D.C. His speech focused on the state of the economy. Acknowledging that, despite signs of recovery, more pain lies ahead. In the near future, there will be “more job loss, more foreclosures, and more pain... [Read more of this story]
