November 8, 2009
How to Prepare Oneself for Sundays Without “Mad Men”
by Devin FullerPhoto: Google Images Sunday night marks the third season finale of AMC’s critically beloved, award-winning and all-around awesome show, Mad Men. The 1960s-set drama is almost startlingly slow-paced compared to most of today’s shows, but it doesn’t make it any less addictive. So the idea of spending another long winter, spring and probably... [Read more of this story]
October 30, 2009
Halloween 2009
by Devin FullerPhoto: Google Images Well, boys and ghouls, we’ve reached another All Hallow’s Eve. While you might be a little too old to go trick-or-treating at this point, that doesn’t mean you still can’t have fun! Here’s a list of fun stuff to do. The Rocky Horror Picture Show (MADCAP Theaters on Mill Avenue; Showtimes: Friday, 7:30... [Read more of this story]
October 15, 2009
College Affair’s Favorite Watering Hole
by CollegeAffairMagazine.comBy: Alexandra Zikesch With an old bank vault as a liquor cabinet, rustic western decor and condoms for souvenirs, it’s no wonder locals and tourists alike continue to come through the swinging doors of The Rusty Spur. Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale off Main Street, The Rusty Spur is the last real cowboy saloon left in Scottsdale,... [Read more of this story]
September 28, 2009
Fame Kills: To See or Not to See
by Devin FullerKanye West and Lady Gaga recently announced the tour dates for their co-headlining “Fame Kills” concert tour. Their first show is November 10th at US Airways Center in Phoenix, AZ. While Kanye and Gaga, or KaGa, have had a ton of hits between them, the decision to fork over the cash to see their show is not an easy one. Today we will discuss... [Read more of this story]
September 25, 2009
Stuff to Do for 9/25-9/27
by Devin FullerWell peeps, another weekend has arrived, and with it, many opportunities for fun things to do. Here’s a rundown of this weekend’s biggest events: Photo: Google Images Miley Cyrus: For those tweens out there, this is the biggest event of the month, if not the year. Miley Cyrus brings her patented brand of wholesome (yet at times scandalous)... [Read more of this story]
September 14, 2009
Things I Learned from the 2009 VMAs
by Devin FullerFor my inaugural post on CollegeAffairMagazine.com’s Social Life blog, I decided to tackle the VMAs, which everyone is either talking, Facebooking, or tweeting about. Here are a few revelations that I discovered during the ceremony. Lady Gaga is seriously insane. Pink probably should have called her album Circus. Kanye West, once again, proves... [Read more of this story]
July 22, 2009
You Know You’re Ready for School to Start When…
by Alexandra PaulYou know you are ready for school to start when… -All you have done this summer is watch terrible Spanish soap operas. - The best vacation you took was to Big Surf. - You made $30 at your last 8 hour shift at the restaurant. - You are looking forward to buying new school supplies. - Your couch has a permanent imprint of your butt. - You have... [Read more of this story]
July 8, 2009
How to Have Fun at Home
by Alexandra PaulAlthough going out is usually a good time, it is a sure fire wire way to break the bank. With drinks costing up to $10, going out can be an expensive past time. However, there are alternatives to spending a ton of money on drinks and cover charges; entertain at home. Okay, maybe that doesn’t sounds like as much fun as a wild night out,... [Read more of this story]
July 3, 2009
Keeping in Touch After Graduation
by Alexandra PaulWhether you are graduating from high school or from college, keeping in touch with classmates and friends can be hard work. Although it might be easier to let those very special people slip out of your life, it is important to keep these friends around. Classmates can be connections for future jobs and friends from school are the people you will... [Read more of this story]
June 27, 2009
How to Survive the Horrible Roomate
by Alexandra PaulMoving out of the house is a big step for the average college student. It is a step towards independence, freedom and happiness. The entire process of moving from the safety of the parent’s house and in to a crappy dorm or an old apartment is one of the most exciting parts of a student’s college career. However, if you are stuck with... [Read more of this story]
