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How To Have A Fun AND Productive Summer

3/27/2012


With March ending, many of us are eagerly waiting for summer break. There's nothing wrong with having a little time for relaxation, but you should use this break wisely and consider all of your options. Don’t fret, dear collegietes, because we're here to show you how to have a fun AND productive summer. 

Consider Taking Summer Classes

You may be thinking that there is no way you are going to spend your summer taking boring classes and wasting your precious time on school. However, it is a great opportunity to get ahead on credits and graduate early. Plus, many institutions have a tuition discount, which means you are going to pay less than you normally would. Summer sessions usually have different kinds of classes ranging from science to theology. However, you can also take fun classes like dancing or a language to spice up your summer!

Find A Job

Start to look for a job now because later on it is going to be competitive with everyone returning from college to your hometown. Reach for the stars and apply to jobs that you wouldn’t normally apply to. Many offices love to have students because of their energy and positive attitude. Go to websites like Craigslist and start a search!

Volunteer

Volunteering is always a good thing to put on your resume! Whether it's in the hospital or in the animal shelter, it means that you dedicated your time to public service. In addition, many organizations offer internships or even jobs to their volunteers - based on performance. That way, you're not only getting volunteer experience, but the potential to broaden your horizons!

Get An Internship

Lincoln Stanfield ‘14

3/23/2012

Age: 20
Housing: Pacific Wing
Hometown: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Major: History
Relationship Status: Single

What extra curriculars are you involved in?
I’m a Student Assistant at the Study Abroad office and I play Intramural Flag Football.

What traits do you look for in a girl?
I look for a girl who is authenticity, genuine, smart and not afraid to expose her weaknesses.

First thing you notice in a girl? 
How genuine she is and her natural interactions. I hate superficiality.

Ideal date?
I think we live in an age where dating has become a lost practice, but the ideal date in the ideal world would be going to a movie and getting ice cream afterwards.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
Hopefully I’ll be a lawyer settling down somewhere in the South West or West Coast and with a German-Sheppard.

USF girls are the best because…?
They respect themselves.

Three words to describe you?
Fearless, outgoing and open-minded.

Studying Abroad Part 1: How to Choose a Program

2/18/2012

Studying abroad is the ultimate component of the college experience. Whether it be the language program, internship, or classes: studying abroad is the opportunity of a lifetime that you don’t want to miss. University of San Francisco offers sponsored programs, as well as outside programs that you can pursue. Studying abroad completely changes your perspective and viewpoint of this world. While studying abroad, you can see new cultures and even learn new languages. Not only is studying abroad good for your resume, but it gives you a chance to learn new things about yourself. While being away from home in a foreign country is challenging, but you get to learn a new language, get to meet wonderful people, and become more informed about the world around you. When you are choosing a program, it is important to choose universities that offer either core classes or major classes. It is advised that before going abroad you take science, math, theology and ethics core classes due to the lack of availability of those courses abroad.

Festive Dresses Under $50!

12/8/2011

The holiday season is just around the corner and you know what that means…tons of exciting events and festive parties to attend! We’ve rounded up hot dresses and gorgeous accessories to help you stand out this season. Get ready to make sparks fly and dazzle everyone with your appearance!

After the Rain Comes the....Rainbow!

11/21/2011

After every rainstorm comes a rainbow!

Makeup Trends for the Fall/Winter 2011

11/20/2011

We have picked out the most fashionable and up-to-date Fall 2011/Winter 2012 makeup trends straight from runway shows, red carpet, and experts to inspire you for your own beauty transformation.
 
Red Lipstick
 
We all know that red lipstick is timeless, now its your turn to find the perfect shade. Not only does red lipstick bring about our feminine charm but it makes us feel twice the more confident and three times the more sexy. For this Fall/Winter season it is crucial to choose the right shade of lipstick for your skin color.
 
Cool-based shades (deep red, with blue undertones, wine red) are best for women with fair to medium skin.

Splurge: MAC Russian Red ($15 at maccosmetics.com)

Affordable: Revlon Lipstick in Fire and Ice ($7.99 at target.com)
 
 
Warm-based shades(orange, fire red, with orange-yellow undertones) are best for women with golden to darker skin.

Splurge: Make Up ForeverRouge Artist Intense Lipstick in #42 ( $19 at sephora.com)

Affordable: MaybellineColor Sensational Lipstick in Sweet Nectar ( $5.45 at target.com)
 
 
Metallic Smoky Eyes

Victor Valle

11/15/2011

Name: Victor Casillas Valle
Age:18
School Year: 2015
Hometown:West Covina, California
Major:Communication Major, Double Minor in Sociology and Music
 
Victor Valle is a Freshman at USF, and a founder of the upcoming music website “We Move Against The Tides.” "We Move Against The Tide" aims to shed light upon new music artists specific to the SF area. The website's mission is to emphasize music considered to be "non-mainstream" and represent it to the majority.

International Education Week 2011

11/6/2011

USF's International Education Week (IEW) is a week-long series of events that will be held from November 14-18 to celebrate international education and cultural exchange.

IEW was created in 1999 by the U.S. Department of State and Education in order to celebrate benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This annual initiative aims to promote international understanding and build support for international educational exchange by encouraging the development of programs that prepare Americans to live and work in a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study in the United States.

College campuses and universities celebrate this week with cultural oriented activities that show how international education can benefit domestic students.
 
Here are the events that University of San Francisco is proud to host:
 
Monday, November 14th
· Graffiti Wall “Where I’m From” 11:30am to 1:30pm
Come to our activity in Gleeson Plaza where you can share thoughts about your culture and country to be displayed on the construction wall.

· International Trivia Night 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Test your international and cultural knowledge at Hayes Healy Residence Hall lounge!

Tuesday, November 15th
· Global Village 11:30am to 1:30pm
Check out the different cultural tables that will be set up on the UC 4th floor.

· Around the World in Two Minutes 12:00pm to 12:45pm
While you’re enjoying the Global Village take part in a fun activity that will allow you to meet all new people from different cultures and countries.

· Language and Culture Tables 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Chat with different international students while having dinner at the Market Café! We will have different language tables set up so you can learn how to say “hello” in over 8 different languages.