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 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 Raquel Santos

Name: Raquel Santos

Position: Health and Fitness Writer

University: Rutgers University, New Brunswick

Major: Nutrition, Dietetics

Organizational Involvement: Volunteer and educator for Rutgers Snap-Ed

Pets: Two dogs and one kitty

Nickname: Rox/Rocky – ever since I was in elementary school

Dream Job: Successful R.D. with a private practice and author

Favorite color: Purple

Favorite candy: Twizzlers!

Favorite movie: Pineapple Express (I have a secret crush on James Franco)

Favorite cuisine: Probably Portuguese. Portuguese food is mainly just lots of seafood and meat, veggies, and sometimes rice or potatoes. I don’t eat the meat but I love pretty much any kind of fish.

Favorite season: SUMMER (the fact that my birthday is in July might have something to do with this…)

Coffee vs Tea – Definitely coffee. Can’t go a day without it.

PC vs Mac – Mac

Coke vs Pepsi – (Diet) Coke

Stripes vs Polka Dots – I guess stripes because I love plaid.

3 words to describe me: Organized, driven, loyal

3 words to describe my style: Natural and classy with a touch of indie, but my style is a bit skewed since I work at Abercrombie and Fitch so that tends to be all I wear during the summer.

You will find on my desk: LOTS of books, planners, Women’s Health magazines, pictures of friends, and Insanity DVDs.

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: How I Met Your Mother and FRIENDS (yes, I know it’s always on but I never get sick of it).

You will find on my Ipod: Everything from mainstream music to indie to hip hop. Every Jack’s Mannequin song, Jimmy Eat World, The Kooks, Lupe Fiasco, and lately I’ve been really into Bon Iver. Oh and Maroon 5…I think every girl can agree with me on this one

You will find in my refrigerator: Lots of fruits and veggies, Chobani yogurts, Skim milk, and natural Whole Foods almond butter!

I have a slight obsession with: My puppy. She’s a doxin and I absolutely love her. She’s actually on my lap as I type this very moment.

I dislike: When people are lazy.

My friends would say I am: They’d probably say I can always make them laugh, I’m always there for them no matter what, and I’m always down to be spontaneous.

I am most happy when: I’ve had a productive day and feel like I’ve earned some time to hang out with my friends at the end of it.

Most people are surprised to know I: love to sing. I never sing in front of people, so I like to have imaginary performances in the shower, in the car, and on my treadmill =).

A classy co-ed is: A would define a classy co-ed as someone who respects herself and never lets anyone walk all over her. A classy co-ed is always put together and lives her life by her own needs and dreams.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Raquel Santos, Health and Fitness Writer of College Lifestyles. She is a Dietetics major who loves to write and run!

 

25 Facts about CL Contributor Kwegyirba Croffie

Name: Kwegyirba Croffie

Position: Intern Kitchen Contributor

University: Quinnipiac University Alumni Class of 2011

Major: Broadcast Journalism

Organizational Involvement: Alpha Delta Pi

Pets: None  (hopefully I’ll be getting a puppy soon!)

Nickname: “Kwe”

Dream Job: News Anchor

Favorite color: Purple

Favorite candy: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

Favorite movie: The Lion King

Favorite cuisine: Asian

Favorite season: Spring

Coffee vs Tea: Tea

PC vs Mac: MAC

Coke vs Pepsi: Neither

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Polka Dots

3 words to describe me: Positive, Loving, Creative

3 words to describe my style: Preppy, Colorful, Chic

You will find on my desk: Desk organizers

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: Glee and Smash

You will find on my Ipod: Backstreet Boys

You will find in my refrigerator: lots of juice

I am have a slight obsession with: Sharpie Markers, Pinterest and Forever 21

I dislike: Negativity and conflict

My friends would say I am: Energetic, Loud, Creative, Loving and Fun.

I am most happy when: I am with my sorority sisters!

Most people are surprised to know I: I had my 4^th birthday in Ghana, Africa

A classy co-ed is: To me a classy co-ed is an individual who respects herself 100%. A classy co-ed is someone who is a well rounded in his or her interests and is approachable. As a founding sister of Alpha Delta Pi – Theta Theta chapter, one of the phrases our Leadership Consultant Jackie Mills always said to us was an ADPi is always classy and fabulous.

 

Kwegyirba Croffie is a freelance Associate Producer at News 12 Connecticut, a Freelance Social Media Producer at NBC theGrio.com and a Intern Kitchen Contributor at College Lifestyles (TM). She is a Quinnipiac University alumni and a sister of Alpha Delta Pi. She enjoy cupcakes,Broadway musicals, Forever 21 ,giraffes, peacock feathers, orchids, lillies and anything Disney. She has her own gluten free/dairy free blog TwentyOne No Gluten

Meet CL Intern Kacie Sanderson!

Name: Kacie Sanderson

Position: Health and Living Writer

University: Michigan State University, Go Green!

Organizational Involvement: Michigan State University Food and Nutrition Association

Pets: Three Cats- Lily, Mila, and Rocky

Nickname: Kac or Liz (my middle name is Elizabeth so my sister calls me Liz)

Dream Job: Researching nutrition and dietetics, working with diabetes patients, or starting my own nutrition counseling  service

Favorite color: Purple and Turquoise

Favorite candy: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups

Favorite movie: Transformers or Footloose(1984 and 2011)

Favorite cuisine:Italian and Mexican

Favorite season: Fall

Coffee vs Tea : Coffee

PC vs Mac: PC

Coke vs Pepsi: Coke

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Stripes, but I love my polka dot TOMS!

 

3 words to describe me: Friendly, Creative, Athletic

3 words to describe my style: Layed Back, Colorful, Girly

 

You will find on my desk: Computer, Coffee Cup, Books, iPhone

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: Glee, Vampire Diaries, Pretty Little Liars

You will find on my Ipod: Country, Folk/Indie, Alternative Rock, Hip Hop

You will find in my refrigerator: Lots of Fruits and Veggies,Coffee Creamer, Salsa, Arizona Iced Tea

 

I am have a slight obsession with:  Bigby Coffee ( pumpkin spice latte)

I dislike: Disrespectful people

 

My friends would say I am: Honest, Loyal, Caring, and Thoughtful

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

Most people are surprised to know I: I have been dating my amazing boyfriend for over three years!

 

A classy co-ed is: Confident , respectful, presentable, intelligent, friendly, and unique. They represent themselves and things they stand for in a positive way. They have a positive influence on their community and school, and they always strive to be the best person they can be!

 

 

Kacie Sanderson, Health and Living Writer at College Lifestyles. She loves healthy food, coffee, magazines, the Spartans, and the beach!

All About CL Health and Lifestyle Writer, Lauren Mazzo

Name: Lauren Mazzo

Position: Health and Lifestyle Writer

University: Ithaca College

Major: Journalism with a minor in Honors (a proud “Parkie” from the Park School of Communications at IC!)

Organizational Involvement: The Ithacan, Imprint Magazine, and Ithaca College Cheerleading. Go Bombers!

Pets: Rocky, a cute and lovable mutt (possibly a German Shepherd/ Golden Retriever mix).

Nickname: Lo, Laurentina

Dream Job: To work for a lifestyle magazine or become a food or travel writer!

Favorite color: Pink!

Favorite candy: As a chocoholic, it’s insane for me to try to chose just one. Hershey’s Symphony Bar with Almonds and Toffee might just be my favorite.

Favorite movie: Mean Girls — it’s a classic.

Favorite cuisine: Japanese! I’m crazy about sushi.

Favorite season: It’s a tough choice, but summer is my favorite. (Most likely just because I love the sun so much).

Coffee vs Tea: Tea

PC vs Mac: Macbook Pro + iPhone = a Mac girl

Coke vs Pepsi: Water, please!

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Neither — Cheetah print!

3 words to describe me: Fun-loving, friendly, girly.

3 words to describe my style: Classic, versatile, feminine.

You will find on my desk: A thousand different colors, sizes and shapes of sticky notes.

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: New Girl, Suburgatory, 2 Broke Girls, How I met Your Mother, Sex and the City, Friends.

You will find on my iPod: Pretty much everything.

You will find in my refrigerator: Fruit and Greek yogurt!

I am have a slight obsession with: Online shopping.

I dislike: When people aren’t open to trying new things.

My friends would say I am: A nerd (guilty).

I am most happy when: I’m eating great food with people I love.

Most people are surprised to know I: Have a twin sister (who is fraternal, even though we look very similar).

A classy co-ed is: A well-rounded college girl who embraces her youth, vitality and intellect in a way that helps her pursue her dreams, do what she is passionate about, be a positive influence on her peers, and remain classy and confident at all times.

Lauren Mazzo is an intern at College Lifestyles (TM), a Journalism student at Ithaca College and a member of Ithaca College Cheerleading. She is a proud chocoholic and grammar junkie. 

 

Meet CL Intern Casey!

Name: Casey Galasso

 

Position: Health & Lifestyle Writer

University: Marist College

Major: Public Relations & Journalism

Organizational Involvement: Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority , PRSSA, Staff Writer for campus newspaper, The Circle, PR Chair for St. Jude Up ‘til Dawn

 

 

Pets: West Highland White Terrier named Scruffy

Nickname: “Case,” “Casebase”

Dream Job: Writing/editing for a major magazine or entering entertainment, fashion or sports PR

Favorite color: Red

Favorite candy: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups 

Favorite movie:  Mean Girls

Favorite cuisine: Italian

Favorite season: Summer

Coffee vs Tea: I don’t really drink much of either. I do love the occasional Starbucks coffee, though!

PC vs Mac: Mac

Coke vs Pepsi: Pepsi

Stripes vs Polka Dots: Polka Dots

 3 words to describe me: Passionate, outgoing, trustworthy

3 words to describe my style: Classic, feminine, chic

 

You will find on my desk: Macbook, iPhone, Disney stand-up calendar, notepad, pens, alarm clock and an air freshener

You will find on my DVR/Tivo:  I don’t DVR or TiVo anything because my DVD collection is massive and one of my most prized possessions. I have hundreds of movies and TV showss on DVD. I stream what I don’t own online! My current Hulu obsessions are Smash and Don’t Trust the B in Apt. 23!

 You will find on my iPod: My iPod features such an eclectic mix of music.  I’m a huge country music buff, but will always have a place in my heart for pop and ‘90s jams.  As a runner, a majority of my music is fast paced and features empowering lyrics – it helps me get through those long runs that I don’t always think I can finish.

 You will find in my refrigerator: Lots of organic fruit, veggies, Greek yogurt, string cheese, and chocolate pudding!

I have a slight obsession with: Peanut butter, Nutella, Hello Kitty, Marilyn Monroe, Disney, shopping and running

I dislike: Feeling overwhelmed

My friends would say I am: Funny, enthusiastic, hard-working, loyal and a good listener

I am most happy when: I’ve come back from a great run, I’m in NYC, I’m spending time with my friends and family, when I’m curled up in bed eating peanut butter and Nutella out of the jar while watching a movie, when I’m at an outdoor BBQ, or when I wake up knowing I have a beautiful summer day ahead of me. It’s these simple things that make me the happiest.

Most people are surprised to know I can: quote any line from any episode of Friends.

A classy co-ed is…a young woman who is friendly, approachable, warm, intelligent, resourceful, sincere, witty, independent and most importantly, has the confidence to speak her mind.

Casey Galasso is a Health & Lifestyle Writer for College Lifestyles. Her hobbies include running, increasing the size of her DVD collection and baking.  She is looking forward to a relaxing summer filled with friends, family, shopping and food!

Meet Jess!

 

Name: Jessica Randall

Position: Health & Fashion Writer

University:Northern Virginia Community College and George Mason University
Major: Community Health
Organizational Involvement: (hope to join) Alpha Xi Delta
Pets: dog, cat, birds
Nickname: Jess
Dream Job: a nonprofit working to pass healthy legislation or with the Department of Health and Human Services, Food and Drug Administration, or World Health Organisation

 

 

 

Favorite color: navy or prussian blue

Favorite candy: Ferrero Rocher and Heath bars

Favorite movie: Lord of the Rings (all of them!)

Favorite cuisine: Japanese, Mediterranean

Favorite season: spring/summer

PC vs Mac: PC

Coffee vs Tea: both!

Coke vs Pepsi: Pepsi
Stripes vs Polka Dots: polka dots (ironically—>)

3 words to describe me: fun, friendly, and smart
3 words to describe my style: preppy, classic, and cute

 

 

You will find on my desk: planner, sticky notes, printer, mug, pens

You will find on my DVR/Tivo: N/A

You will find on my Ipod: Owl City, Adam Lambert, Maroon 5, Mozart, The Cure, Culture Club, Marina and the Diamonds, Lewis Black, Mika, Bon Iver, Bach, Daniel Bedingfield, MGMT, Neutral Milk Hotel (yes Ashley )

You will find in my refrigerator: coffee creamer, fresh fruit and veg, cheese, sandwich meats

 

I have a slight obsession with: Kate Middleton

I dislike: dishonesty, laziness, and traffic

My friends would say I am: creative, witty, intelligent (thanks Stefanie! )

I am most happy when: I’m learning something new.

Most people are surprised to know I: used to think running was a complete waste of time.

A classy co-ed is: diplomatic, calm under pressure, friendly, fair, and kind

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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!

Intern Kitchen – Sweet and Spicy Honey Grilled Shrimp

It’s almost that time of year. Grilling season. Well technically, the weather has been so nice lately that some of you may have been grilling already. Some of you may have indoor grills (I definitely need one) Shrimp is a fabulous food to grill. Small, perfect for skewers and tons of flavor! Yup, girls can grill too! So break out the grill ladies and let’s cook up something delicious!

Sweet and Spicy Honey Grilled Shrimp

Ingredients

• 2-2 1/2 lb. raw, shelled, de-veined shrimp. (Tiger Shrimp are great).
• 1 tablespoon minced or pressed garlic
• 1/4 cup minced fresh ginger
• 1/4 cup hot chili garlic paste
• 1/2 cup sweet chili garlic paste
• 1 cup  honey
• 1 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice
• 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
• 1 cup canola oil
• Skewers to thread shrimp

1. Rinse shrimp in cold water and place in a large Ziploc bag.
2. Combine garlic, ginger, both chili pastes, honey, lime juice, salt, pepper, and oil in a large bowl. Whisk thoroughly. Set aside 1 cup of the marinade.
3. Pour remaining mixture over shrimp and refrigerate for at least 24 hours and up to 48 hours.
4. When ready to cook, thread shrimp onto skewers.
5. Preheat outdoor grill. This should really should be done outside because they get VERY smokey! When grill is hot, reduce heat to low and quickly place all skewers over the heat. Brush with reserved marinade. When they’ve cooked for 1 1/2-2 minutes, quickly flip them over and brush or drizzle with remaining marinade. Cook for another 1 1/2-2 minutes, or until opaque and pink.
6. Remember, shrimp cook QUICKLY. You want to be careful not to overcook them.
7. Remove skewers from grill and remove shrimp from skewers. Pile them on a plate, drizzle with any remaining reserved marinade, and squeeze the juice from a lime all over them.
8. Serve with rice or french fries any of your other favorite sides!

Kwegyirba Croffie is a freelance Associate Producer at News 12 Connecticut and a Special Events/Event Planning and Social Media Intern at College Lifestyles (TM). She is a Quinnipiac University alumni and a sister of Alpha Delta Pi. She enjoy cupcakes,Broadway musicals, Forever 21 ,giraffes, peacock feathers, orchids, lillies and anything Disney. You can find more recipes on her blog TwentyOne No Gluten!

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