25 Facts About CL Editor Sasha Graffagna

   Name: Sasha Graffagna 

   Position: Editor

   University: New York University

Major: Journalism + Comparative Literature

Organizational Involvement: Theta Phi Beta Sorority, NYU Women’s Choir, NYU Ballroom Dance Team

Pets: My black lab Danny!

Nickname: Sushi + Snoopy

Dream Job: Travel Writer

Favorite color: Teal and Hot Pink.

Favorite candy: Butterfinger.

Favorite movie: These are impossible…but I loved The Shawshank Redemption, which I just saw.

Favorite cuisine: Japanese!

Favorite season: Summer. Nothing beats the beach.

 

Coffee vs Tea: Do I have to choose?

PC vs Mac: PC

Coke vs Pepsi: Neither. I can’t stand soda.

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Polka dots. So preppy-chic!

 

3 words to describe me: talkative, well-traveled, optimist.

3 words to describe my style: casual, diverse, city-girl

 

You will find on my desk: a giant mess.

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: New Girl, How I Met Your Mother, 2 Broke Girls, Hart of Dixie, Once Upon A Time

You will find on my Ipod: J-Pop, regular pop, and Latin music.

You will find in my refrigerator: a lot of Japanese food.

I have a slight obsession with: coffee, chocolate, and Glee.

I dislike: closed-mindedness.

My friends would say I am: hyper and talkative.

I am most happy when: I am traveling.

Most people are surprised to know I: speak 3 languages! English, Spanish, and Japanese.

A classy co-ed is: a sophisticated woman who knows that college isn’t everything, but is out to enjoy every last minute of it.

Sasha Graffagna is a rising senior at New York University. She is studying Journalism and Comparative Literature, and super-excited for her last summer as a college student!

Get to Know CL Intern: Tiffany Tyler

Position: Health and Beauty Writer

University: Appalachian State University

Major: Public Relations and Journalism

Organizational Involvement: Kappa Delta Sorority.

Nickname: Tiff, Tiffy, Tiffylou,

Dream Job: I would love to be a PR representative for someone in Hollywood.

Favorite color: Pink

Favorite candy: Twizzlers

Favorite movie: I love any and every chick flick, but I would have to say that ‘Legally Blonde’ is at the top of the list.

Favorite cuisine: I really enjoy Asian food, Chinese especially.

Favorite season: Spring

Pets:I have an 8-month-old puppy named Ezzy, which is short for Esmeralda. She is a “designer dog” and is an Australian Shepherd/Boxer Mix.

Coffee vs Tea:I’m a tea girl.

PC vs Mac: Mac

Coke vs Pepsi: Coke

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Polka Dots

3 words to describe me: I am very high-energy, happy, and loving.

3 words to describe my style: Classic, Preppy, Southern.

You will find on my desk: My desk always has a notepad, my computer, and TONS of pens.

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: Gossip Girl, Friends, Glee, and Big Bang Theory are always on my Tivo.

You will find on my Ipod: Zac Brown Band, Katy Perry, Taylor Swift, Missy Higgins, and Glee are my go-to music selections.

You will find in my refrigerator: I’m kind of a health nut so my fridge always has carrots, celery, cherry tomatoes, lactose-free milk, deli meats, sweet tea, yogurt and seasonal fruits.

 I am have a slight (MAJOR!!) obsession with: Nail Polish.

I dislike: Dishonesty is one of my least favorite things.  I am a really trusting person and when someone breaks my trust it hurts.

My friends would say that I am: A classy girl who never meets a stranger.

I am most happy when I am: Being productive.  There is something so fulfilling about checking things off of my “to-do” list.

Most people are surprised to know that: I Water ski regularly during the summer.  My family goes to the lake almost every weekend and water skiing is my favorite activity!

A classy co-ed is:  I believe that a classy co-ed is someone who works hard, has a strong moral code and knows how to be a friend to many.  Classy co-eds know how to put themselves together and wear a smile even when it is cold and rainy outside.  People enjoy the company of classy co-eds because they bring light to many situations with their cheery disposition and strong sense of self.

 

Tiffany Tyler, Health and Beauty Writer for College Lifestyles.  She is a senior at Appalachian State University majoring in Public Relations and Journalism. 

How Do You Enjoy Summer?

Summer is a great time to relax by the pool with something cool to drink but often it seems we end up sitting on the computer. Sure the days are usually beautiful, but it can be hard if your friends are busy and schedules don’t match up. If you’re at a loss for something fun to do this summer check out what some of my friends will be doing. I also asked about their favorite snacks and drinks to keep their energy up. I hope they inspire you to have a great summer adventure too!

Ladies say:

“I like to go hiking and walking along the beach if I can go. I love lemonade and chocolate chip cookies.” -Annika, 22

“Road tripping somewhere random like a historic landmark or nature reserve. I like a cool glass of pink lemonade and a Welsh Rarebit (that’s melted cheese poured over an open faced BLT!).” – Stefanie, 19

“I like going swimming. My favourite summer drink is sun tea and fried zucchini covered in Italian bread crumbs is a great snack.”-Kat, 21

“I like horseback riding. Water or unsweetened iced tea and coffee is always necessary.”-Lindsey, 20

“I love canoeing and fishing in the lake near my house with my Dad. As for my favorite snack and drink I love drinking fresh squeezed lemonade and eating hot dogs on the grill “-Nikki, 20

 

Gentlemen say:

“I like practicing martial arts when it’s nice out, and I’m just addicted to Arizona tea”- Corwin, 19

“Hiking and exploring are some of my favourite things to do. I like to keep cool with lemonade.” -Emile, 21

“During the summer I love to go swimming. I also enjoy a cold beer.” -Clayton, 26

“I like rock climbing and smoothies” – Ethan, 18

“I love hikes in the morning and then just walking around outside to look at the fireflies and my favorite summer food are spinach salads with all sorts of fresh fruits and berries mixed in.” – Cole, 21

“I love playing Frisbee with pets, and my favourite drink is water”- Joshua, 19

 

 

What kinds of fabulous fun do you have over summer break? As for me there’s nothing like exploring the DC waterfront or seashore with a cool, fresh glass of iced Earl Grey or an iced coffee. (Check out fellow intern Shanae’s article on Top Ten Summer Fashion Trends for what to wear no matter what you do!) It’s easy to find yourself bogged down with summer jobs, internships, and summer classes but don’t forget to make some time to get outside and always wear sunscreen!

 

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Jessica is a Health & Fashion Writer at College Lifestyles (TM). She is currently pursuing studies and a career in health policy. She likes running, looks forward to finishing her summer reading list, and hopes to fit in some much needed pool time!

Meet CL Intern Angela Skane

Name: Angela Skane

Position: High School and Lifestyles writer
University: University of Florida
Major: Journalism
Pets: I have one dog, Rocky II.
Nickname: I actually HATE nicknames. Especially Ang and Angie. Those are the worst.
Dream Job: Editor and Chief of Rolling Stone or Vogue.

Favorite color:Red

Favorite candy: Reese’s
Favorite movie: Forest Gump
Favorite cuisine: Greek
Favorite season: Spring

Coffee vs Tea: Coffee all the way. It’s a journalist’s best friend
PC vs Mac: PC. I haven’t had much experience with Mac.
Coke vs Pepsi: Pepsi!
Stripes vs Polka Dots: Polka dots. Stripes can create the worst optical illusions.

3 words to describe me: Loud, personable, dependent
3 words to describe my style: Preppy, colorful, dressy

You will find on my desk: Pictures of my sister and me, my nephew, and my foreign exchange student. Oh, and a few pay stubs and miscellaneous papers and receipts.

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: The Vampire Diaries!
You will find on my Ipod: Every Jonas Brother’s song known and unknown. Lots of Spanish music!

You will find in my refrigerator: Lots of different types of cheese, and fancy coffee creamers.

I am have a slight obsession with: Purses, nail polish, and shoes. It’s hard to just pick one. I always end up standing with all three in my hand trying to decide what I want to buy.

I dislike: When people lie to me. I also have a strong dislike for cotton balls.

My friends would say I am: the nicest person they have ever known. That I am exuberant, positive, and super outgoing.

I am most happy when: I am sailing. It is the most liberating feeling in the world. Sailing at sunset is breathtaking.

Most people are surprised to know I: Am a crazy good hula hooper. I have 13 trophies for it.

A classy co-ed is: A classy co-ed is someone who strives to reach their highest potential. They don’t let an obstacle keep them from getting where they want to be. They embrace challenges and difficulties with a smile on their face. They are well dressed, well-spoken, and liked by everyone

 

Angela Skane is a recent high school graduate and will be attending the University of Florida in the fall. She will be majoring in Journalism. She loves to travel, sail, go out with friends, and learn new things. She loves social media and would be lost without her BlackBerry.

Meet A CL Contributor and NYC Summer Intern, Meaghan O’Connor!

Name: Meaghan O’Connor

Position: Contributor (I’ll be writing about my experience as an NYC intern at Food Network Magazine this summer!)

University: University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

Major: Communication Studies

Organizational Involvement: Alpha Chi Omega

Pets: Maltese/Shih-Tzu Puppy (Addie)

Nickname: Meg Taylor

Dream Job: Editor-In-Chief of a Hearst Magazine or PR Professional for Hearst Corporation

Favorite color: Pale Purple

Favorite candy: Peanut Butter M & M’s

Favorite movie: No Strings Attached

Favorite cuisine: Any Breakfast Food (Oatmeal, Greek Yogurt, Muffins, Blueberry Pancakes)

Favorite season: Fall

Coffee vs Tea: Definitely coffee; I share an entire pot with my mom while I’m at home!

PC vs Mac: I don’t think I’d be a functional college student without my MacBook Pro.

Coke vs Pepsi: Diet Coke

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Polka Dots are my summer staple!

3 words to describe me: Organized, Conscientious and Focused

3 words to describe my style: Simple, Clean and Sophisticated

You will find on my desk: My computer, pens/pencils, my Lilly Pulitzer planner and lots of picture frames

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: Grey’s Anatomy, Gossip Girl and The Bachelorette

You will find on my iPod: Carrie Underwood, Rascal Flatts and Taylor Swift

You will find in my refrigerator: Yogurt, Apples and a Tub of Cookie Dough

I have a slight obsession with: My iPhone and Instagram

I dislike: When people break their promises.

My friends would say I am: Driven and passionate about achieving my dreams.

I am most happy when: I’m home with family for the holidays.

Most people are surprised to know I: Have never read the Harry Potter Series.

A classy co-ed is: A college student learning that it’s okay to be comfortable in your own unique skin…and also realizing that real life is just around the corner.

Meaghan O’Connor is a Communication Studies Major at the University of Michigan who would rather be at Starbucks or Barnes and Noble reading magazines than anywhere else. She’s excited to be spending the summer as a CL contributor and Intern at Food Network Magazine in NYC. You can follow my day to day adventures on my personal blog.

Meet CL Intern Shaundra Boyd

Name: Shaundra Boyd

Position: Health, Fashion & Lifestyle Writer

University: Eastern College  Major: Public Relations

25 Fact’s About CL’s Newest Editor: Stephanie Coppola

Name: Stephanie Coppola

Position: Editor and Philanthropy Writer

University: Quinnipiac University ’11/Quinnipiac Graduate School ‘13

Major: Print Journalism/Interactive Communication

Organizational Involvement: Kappa Alpha Theta

Pets: Pug, Mandy Pat

Nickname: Coops, Coppie

Dream Job: Web Producer/Designer for an online publication

Favorite color: Red

Favorite candy: Peanut Butter Cups

Favorite movie: Miracle or The Hangover

Favorite cuisine: I love everything but I am constantly craving Chinese or Thai food

Favorite season: Summer

Coffee vs Tea: I have been with College Lifestyles for 2 years and every time I was asked this question I would say Tea and that I hated coffee.  Well for my faithful followers, I now drink coffee ALL THE TIME!

PC vs Mac: Mac

Coke vs Pepsi: Coke

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Stripes

3 words to describe me: Outgoing, Spontaneous, Hard-working

3 words to describe my style: Colorful, Simple, Layers

You will find on my desk: Now that I live in a tiny apartment I don’t have room for a desk

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: Don’t have either but I use Netflix and usually watch SVU!

You will find on my Ipod: Everything from country to rap!

You will find in my refrigerator: Lots of fruits and vegetables, egg whites, milk, yogurt, all sorts of cheeses, bacon, and lunch meat.

I am have a slight obsession with: Burt’s Bee’s

I dislike: When people lie.  Tell me the truth and we can work around it.

My friends would say I am: Always there to help anyone in need

I am most happy when: I am with my friends and family

Most people are surprised to know I: I have been figure skating for 18 years

A classy co-ed is: Someone who respects themselves and others.  They are a good role model for everyone around them and work to be the best they can possibly be!

Stephanie Coppola is a 2011 graduate of Quinnipiac University and a proud alumni of Kappa Alpha Theta. She is working on her masters in Interactive Media.  This year she has took on the role as editor.  Be sure to tune in for more articles throughout the summer!

Meet Returning CL Intern Cassidy!

Name:Cassidy McAloon

Position:Editor/Feature Writer

University: Marquette University

Major: Broadcast Journalism

Organizational Involvement: Marquette University Television, Lambda Pi Eta Communications Honor Society, Kappa Tau Alpha Journalism Honor Society, Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit Honor Society, and Alpha Chi Omega Sorority.

Pets: One Shih Tzu dog named Brigid!

Nickname: Cassie

Dream Job: On-air reporter

Favorite color: Pink

Favorite candy: Gummy Bears

Favorite movie: Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Favorite cuisine: Italian or Thai

Favorite season: Fall

Coffee vs Tea: Tea

PC vs Mac: Mac

Coke vs Pepsi: Diet Coke!

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Both!

3 words to describe me: Outgoing, driven, and honest.

3 words to describe my style: Classic, preppy, and modern.

You will find on my desk: Post-it notes and colorful pens.

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: Revenge, Grey’s Anatomy, and Glee.

You will find on my Ipod: Almost everything!  I particularly love pop, country, and hip-hop.

You will find in my refrigerator: Diet Coke, grapes, and leftovers.

I have a slight obsession with: Cardigans.  I have a ton of sweaters but I justify my obsession because they go with everything!

I dislike: Messes!  I’m a neat freak.

My friends would say I am: preppy, organized, and a hard worker.

I am most happy when: I’m surrounded by my friends and family!

Most people are surprised to know I: used to be an Irish dancer and musician!

A classy co-ed is: A classy co-ed is a driven, sophisticated, and cultured individual.  They seek to reach their maximum potential and achieve their career goals.  Classy co-eds are intelligent and willing to challenge themselves with hard work.  They also carry themselves in a respectable manner.  They are stylish, well put together individuals that maintain a positive reputation.

 

Cassidy McAloon is pursuing a Bachelor in Arts Degree in Broadcast Journalism at Marquette University.  She is an editor and feature writer at College Lifestyles.

 

Meet CL Intern Kirsten Henning

 

Name: Kirsten Henning

Position: Fashion & Lifestyles Writer

University: North Carolina State University

Major: English (Language, Writing, and Rhetoric) and Communications (Media)

Organizational Involvement: CSLEPS at NCSU

Pets: Charlie, an energetic and lovable rescue dog

Nickname: Kir, Kee

Dream Job: Fashion or beauty editor for a major publication while running a non-profit organization for rescued animals

 

Favorite color: Pink! Especially HOT Barbie-esque pink!

Favorite candy: Reese’s Pieces…or anything with a peanut butter and chocolate combination!

Favorite movie: Remember the Titans…I’m a sucker for inspirational sports movies

Favorite cuisine: Greek or Italian

Favorite season: Summer; the season for tanning, beaching, and bbq-ing!

 

Coffee vs Tea: Hazelnut iced coffee or a hot cup of green tea…YUM!

PC vs Mac: I”ve got to go with Mac-its abilities continue to amaze me!

Coke vs Pepsi: No soda for this girl

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Polka Dots

 

3 words to describe me: Fun, caring, and easy-going

3 words to describe my style: Chic, classy, and feminine

 

You will find on my desk: My purple MacBook pro and my Barbie Collection notebooks (perfect for scribbling ideas!)

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: Mad Men, Friends, Glee, and Criminal Minds

You will find on my Ipod: A wide variety of music. I listen to rock, alternative, pop, country, and everything in between!

You will find in my refrigerator: Vanilla soy milk, Greek yogurt, and organic peanut butter

I have a slight obsession with:Chap Stick! I can’t go anywhere without it. Burt’s Bees and Soft Lips are my go-to brands.

 

I dislike:cigarettes.

My friends would say I am: a devoted friend.

I am most happy when: I’m on the beach with my friends and/or family. Or if I’m snuggled up with my dog!

Most people are surprised to know I: have been a pescatarian (a vegetarian who eats fish) since I was 10 years old.

A classy co-ed is: someone who is fearless, fun, and fashionable, in every sense of the word. This individual follows her heart and never looks back. A classy co-ed sets her goals high and does everything in her power to attain such aspirations. She is true to her beliefs and treats others as she wishes to be treated. Ultimately a classy co-ed is a role model for others.

 

Kirsten Henning is a Fashion & Lifestyles writer at College Lifestyles. She is a sophomore at North Carolina State University, pursuing degrees in English (Language Writing, Rhetoric) and Communications (Media). She loves spending time with loved ones, indulging in ice cream, rescuing animals, going on tropical getaways, splurging on MAC cosmetics, and feeding her shoe fetish.

 

 

Rumor Has It…

Rumor has it teenage heartthrob Justin Bieber broke up with girlfriend, Selena Gomez.  Not only is it rumored that the adorable couple called it quits, but JB is believed to have broken up with Ms. Gomez via TWITTER!  The tweet, which has now been removed read, “”Thank you for the time I had with you but now I have to move on.”

Control yourselves, ladies, because the Biebs is still taken.  This rumor is false!

Sources tell E! News (http://www.eonline.com/news/true_false_did_justin_bieber_break_up/317531) that the young couple plans to spend as much as time as they can together over the next few months and will reunite next weekend.  Gomez has been in Bulgaria while filming her upcoming film, The Getaway, starring Ethan Hawke.

 

Rumor has it Kourtney Kardashian kicked longtime boyfriend and baby daddy, Scott Disick, out of their home and their fight was caught on tape while filming Keeping Up With the Kardashians.

Before we all start hating on Scott again, keep reading! This rumor is not true!

Kardashian’s mother, Kris Jenner, tells Life&Style magazine that none of the allegations are true.  A source also confirms that the scene in which Disick was kicked out never happened and certainly was not caught on camera.  It has also been said that Disick was not at Kardashian’s co-ed baby shower because he was making promotional appearances in Miami.

What are your thoughts on these rumors?  Let CL know!

 

Alli Heitzenrater is a graduate of Penn State Erie, where she earned a BFA in Creative Writing.  She is currently pursuing a career in Public Relations and Marketing.  She lives in Erie, Pennsylvania.

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