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Which college is the most expensive to attend?
a. Sarah Lawrence College
b. New York University
c. Harvey Mudd College
ANSWER: C. Located in Claremont, California, Harvey Mudd College is a private liberal arts school of science, engineering and mathematics. The annual cost of attending this institution sits at $67,255.
NUMBERS
There are more than 4,500 COLLEGES in the U.S.
There are 20.2 MILLION students enrolled in colleges nationwide.
The University of Stanford owns 8,183 acres of land.
At Sarah Lawrence College in New York, the graduate degree program in history and law costs $402,962. The acceptance rate at Yale Law School is 8.3%. In Arizona public colleges, 58.4% OF STUDENTS graduated IN SIX YEARS.
At the University of Central Florida, there are 51,269 UNDERGRADUATES.
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STUDENT LIFE
11 THINGS YOU (PROBABLY) DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT . . .
GRADUATION
AFTER FOUR YEARS OF ALL-NIGHTERS, WRITING ESSAYS AND FRAT PARTIES, GRADUATION HAS ARRIVED. YOU MIGHT BE COUNTING DOWN THE SECONDS UNTIL YOU GRAB HOLD OF THAT DIPLOMA, BUT DON’T FORGET TO ENJOY YOUR FINAL DAYS AS A COLLEGE STUDENT (TRUST US, YOU’LL MISS IT). THAT SAID, CHECK OUT THESE GRADUATION FACTS THAT YOU WON’T HAVE TO REMEMBER FOR A TEST.
11
TOSSING OF THE CAP
The tradition of tossing graduation caps in the air originated during a Naval Academy ceremony in 1912.
10 MEDIEVAL ROOTS
The term bachelor in “bachelor’s degree” is from the medieval term baccalaureate, a play on the Latin words “bacca lauri” meaning laurel berries.
9 GET A DEGREE…EARN MORE MONEY
People who earn a bachelor’s degree make about $1.1 million more than those who don’t.
8
STUDENT LOAN DEBTS ARE RAPIDLY RISING
About 40 million Americans hold $1 trillion in outstanding loan debts. The debt has quadrupled from $250 million in 2004, exceeding automobile and credit card debts.
7
THE ORIGIN OF THE GRADUATION HAT
Graduation hats are believed to have been developed in the 15th century, evolving from hats known as birettas used by Catholic clerics, scholars and professors.
6
THE YOUNGEST KNOWN COLLEGE GRADUATE
Former child prodigy Michael Kearney graduated from the University of South Alabama in 1994 at the age of 10.
5 GRADUATES BELIEVE COLLEGE IS WORTH IT
88% of millennial college grads believe their degree has either paid off or will pay off in the future.
4 PAYING TO PARTY
A recent survey completed by graduationparties.com revealed that the average cost of a graduation party is $983.
3 WAITING FOR THE RIGHT JOB
In the United States today, there are more than 317,000 waiters and waitresses with college degrees.
2
COLLEGE GRADUATES ARE LESS LIKELY TO BE UNEMPLOYED
The unemployment rate among Americans who earn a college degree is 5% compared to 15.6% among Americans who have only completed high school.
1 DON’T FORGET ABOUT YOUR FUTURE
Once they get out into the “real world,” 70% of college grads wish that they had spent more time preparing for it.
GTFO!
DO YOURSELF A FAVOR AND CATCH THESE 10 EVENTS OR YOU’LL BE FEELING SOME SERIOUS F.O.M.O.
JAY & SILENT BOB GET OLD IN PHOENIX
This 21-and-over event from Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes will showcase the No.1 ranked iTunes comedy podcast “Jay & Silent Bob Get Old” in front of a live audience. Get ready to explore all your emotions as the duo sheds light on what happens when two people grow up in Hollywood’s gaze. There will be a two-drink minimum upon entrance. Stand Up Live Comedy Theater, 50 W. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 480.719.6100, standuplive.com, Friday, May 6, 7:30 p.m., $37
JUNK IN THE TRUNK VINTAGE MARKET
Old, rustic and handmade. If these words describe your ideal home decor, then you should check out this event. With something for everyone, you’re sure to find that perfect dress, the rustic dining room table you’ve been searching for, or handmade jewelry that will complement your outfit no matter what you wear. With giveaways, a vintagethemed photo booth and design inspirations from over 170 hand-picked vendors, it’s a vintage junkie’s dream. Don’t miss out!
WestWorld, 16601 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale, 480.312.6815, junkinthetrunkvintagemarket. com, Saturday, May 7, through, Sunday, May 8, times vary, $8
KENNY CHESNEY’S SPREAD THE LOVE TOUR
Kenny Chesney is heading to the Valley for his “Spread the Love” Tour. Chesney’s stop in Phoenix is a special treat because he’ll be joined by Miranda Lambert, Sam Hunt, and Old Dominion! Party it up with fellow No Shoes Nation members and grab some concert gear while you’re at it. Don’t miss out on what’s guaranteed to be a good time.
Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 602.462.2000, kennychesney.com, Saturday, May 7, 5 p.m., $20-250
ARIZONA SANGRIA FESTIVAL
The Arizona Sangria Festival is presented by Calling All Angels, a foundation that seeks
to provide support for single parents and their children with cancer. Come support a great cause by tasting 10 different sangria recipes and Spanish wines from Punta De Rus Vineyards in Spain, two sangria recipes from Wicked Tango Whiskey and mixed drinks from Copper Creek Cocktails. A Sunday Mother’s Day brunch will close out the festivities! Rawhide Western Town, 5700 W. North Loop, Chandler, 888.947.7266, arizonasangriafestival.com, Saturday, May 7, through, Sunday, May 8, times vary, $35-40
PHOENIX POETRY SLAM
Fifteen of Arizona’s best poets will compete for a $250 cash prize at this all-ages show. The competition will include three rounds narrowing the field to the final three. There are a few rules; The poetry must be original, no music or props are allowed and there can be no nudity. Join your friends in Downtown for a night of slam poetry.
Lawn Gnome Publishing, 905 N. Fifth Street, Phoenix, 602.682.5825, lawngnomepublishing.com, Thursday, May 12, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., $6-14
NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON
Famous astrophysicist, cosmologist, author and science communicator, Neil deGrasse Tyson, is coming to Comerica Theatre. He’s written several published essays and has appeared in numerous documentaries about time, space and the all-encompassing topic of science. NDT is a mustsee, so get your tickets before they sell out.
Comerica Theatre, 400 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2800, comericatheatre. com, Thursday, May 12, 7:30 p.m., $35-$79
PEACH FESTIVAL
Join Schnepf Farms for its annual Peach Festival! Schnepf Farms is the largest peach grower in the state and its orchards are all organic and pesticide free. If you’re passionate about peaches, this is an Arizona tradition you won’t want to miss.
Schnepf Farms, 24810 S.
Rittenhouse Road, Queen Creek, 480.987.3100, schnepffarms.com, Saturday, May 14, through, Sunday, May 15, times vary, free
URBAN WINE WALK
This event encourages participants to socialize, experience local bars and restaurants and sample delicious wines. All participating locations are near the light rail and will offer tastings for $2-$3 with delectable hors d’oeuvres. Invite your besties or people you’d like to know better because wine brings people together!
CityScape, 1 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.495.1500, dtphx.org, Saturday, May 14, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., free
AMERICAN CANNED CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL
This event is not just a beer festival it’s a competition as well! Forty judges will assemble the day before the festival to choose their favorites in nine brewing categories. Enjoy live entertainment, brewing demonstrations, a beer science garden and beer Olympic games. Also, indulge in over 300 rare beers not normally available in Arizona; from over 100 local and national breweries. Food trucks and restaurants will be in close proximity so get your tickets now!
Scottsdale Civic Center Plaza, 3839 N. Drinkwater Boulevard, Scottsdale, 602.276.2499, cannedcraftbeerfest.com, Saturday, May 14, noon to 6 p.m., $35
LIL WAYNE
The NOLA-bred hip-hop stalwart’s lyrics are among the most recited in the world. Last month, he collaborated with longtime pal, 2 Chainz, and broke the internet with the mixtape, College Grove. Sold-out shows where anything goes are his forte and—with an array of hits in his arsenal—Lil Wayne will have Valley hip-hop fans nodding their noggins all evening. Comerica Theatre, 500 W. Washington Street, Phoenix, 602.379.2800, comericatheatre.com, Sunday, May 8, 8 p.m., $48-88
NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON
AMERICAN CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL
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PICTURE PERFECT:
TOP SPOTS TO TAKE GRADUATION PHOTOS
JASMINE KEMPER • COLLEGE TIMES
After a grueling four years, graduation is almost here. All that’s left to do is to document your achievement through photos. While posing for graduation pictures might be the last thing on your checklist, it’s a fun way to seal the deal on your college years.
You can send prints or links to all your friends and family, plus you’ll always have them to remember that time you spent four years learning to be a fullblown adult. Taking the pictures is the easy part, but choosing where to shoot them might take some thought. If you’re having some trouble scoping out your
ideal location, consider these picturesque spots that’ll make your photos stand out from the rest.
ON CAMPUS
This one is a given. One of the best and most obvious places to snap photos of you donning your cap and gown is right on college grounds. From iconic spots on campus like the front of the school, library, cafeteria and football stadium to hidden areas like old buildings, stairs and water fountains the possibilities are endless. Also, if you’re part of a sports team or club on campus, you can use these areas to help tell the story you want to convey in your photos.
AROUND TOWN
If you’re looking for a more unique shoot location, try thinking of places around town that will remind you of your college experience. Whether it’s that coffee shop where you spent countless nights doing homework, your favorite afterschool hangout spot, or in front of the mural you passed by every time you walked to class, nothing is off limits. You can be as artsy as you wish.
IN NATURE
If you’re one with nature, taking your grad photos in the great outdoors might be more your style. The advantage of
this option is you can always get better pictures when you take advantage of natural light. You’ll also never run out of charming locations—especially in Arizona. Try traveling to the outskirts of town and use the desert landscape as your background. You may prefer to head to a scenic destination like the Desert Botanical Garden, Japanese Friendship Garden or the many nature-filled parks located throughout the Valley.
IN A STUDIO
Sometimes, going to an oldfashioned photography studio can result in some beautiful portraits. While this option isn’t necessarily new and
innovative, a studio allows the photographer to play around with more props, backdrops and styles—all in one place. In the controlled environment of a studio, it is also easier for the photographer to manipulate the light, which means you’ll always come out picture-perfect no matter the time of day. Plus, you can sneak in a professional headshot for your upcoming employment search.
COMMENCEMENT CUSTOMS
SAY GOODBYE TO COLLEGE WITH THESE GRADUATION TRADITIONS
ALYSSA TUFTS • COLLEGE TIMES
You’re almost at the finish line! Now, it’s time to cross things off the graduation checklist. Graduation traditions are different for everyone. If you want to savor every last bit of college, consider taking photos, sharing announcements and figuring out a way to decorate your cap creatively. If your only goal is to get that diploma in your hands and get the heck out of dodge, it’s never too early to start preparing for the future. Whatever you choose to do, we’re proud of you, graduate. Warning: Becoming an adult may come with confidence, self-sufficiency and newfound sense of optimism.
FOR THE TRADITIONAL GRADUATE:
TAKE GRAD PHOTOS
If you want to document your time in college while donning a cap and gown, graduation photos are a great way to go. These are typically taken by a professional photographer in an iconic campus location such as an
academic building, or at a secret place like your favorite study spot. Send these photos out as keepsakes for friends and family with your graduation announcements.
START THE COUNTDOWN
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the madness that is the last semester, consider starting a
countdown to give yourself a goal. There are apps out there that will show you how many days are left until graduation, but you can also set mental reminders.
GET CRAFTY WITH YOUR CAP
It’s an age-old tradition to decorate your mortarboard. It will help family be able to spot you in the crowd, plus it’s a fun
way to make a statement on graduation day. Get crafty with your cap by adorning it with glitter, a favorite inspirational quote or something related to your major.
PARTY IT UP
We live in a fast-paced society, and sometimes it’s hard to get together with the family if you’re busy 24/7. Take graduation as an opportunity to reunite with family you haven’t seen all year. If you hail from another state, throwing a graduation party is a great excuse to get all of the family in one place—to celebrate this prestigious moment.
FOR THE NONTRADITIONAL GRADUATE:
FINISH STRONG
If end-of-year activities and grad fairs aren’t for you, that’s OK. Take these last few weeks to focus on what’s most important—graduating. Spend a little extra time in the library finishing up projects, chat with your professors about lastminute details and focus on your objective.
PREPARE FOR YOUR PROFESSION
This is a great time to prep for what’s ahead. Even if you don’t want to take graduation photos, investing in a few
updated professional headshots will spiff up your LinkedIn profile or professional website. Don’t forget to clean up your social media pages for future employers.
ADVENTURE ABROAD
If you don’t have a job lined up post-graduation, don’t fret. Just because you’re a graduate doesn’t mean you have to go straight into the corporate world. After four long years, take some time to relax. Instead of a graduation party, you can book a flight somewhere new and learn about yourself. Traveling is a great way to broaden your horizons and figure out the next step.
ANNOUNCE YOUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
If you happen to have a job lined up after the big day, let friends and family know! A big celebration might not be needed, but even posting the new position on social media will make you feel a real sense of accomplishment.
VOICES
EXISTENTIAL AMBUSH
WE BOMBARD PEOPLE WITH THE BIG QUESTIONS TO SEE HOW THEY RESPOND
NICOLE GIMPL AND ANGELICA CABRAL • COLLEGE TIMES
“What do you plan to do after graduation?”
“Right now, I’m a journalism student, but I’m doing a marketing internship this summer. If that goes well, I might be leaning toward public relations.”
SKYLAR MASON, FRESHMAN, ASU
“After I graduate, I would like to pursue a career in the arts; maybe have my own gallery or performance art studio. I also really want to teach in a university setting—that’s important to my life.”
–FAY SCHNEIDER, FRESHMAN, ASU
“Hopefully, after graduation, I’ll get a really cool job on an entertainment news show. Realistically, I would welcome any job.”
– HALLA NELSON, FRESHMAN, ASU
HE SAID, SHE SAID
ONE GUY, ONE GIRL, THREE QUESTIONS
NICOLE GIMPL AND ANGELICA CABRAL • COLLEGE TIMES
HER
JENNA JOHANSON, FRESHMAN, ASU
What’s the biggest lesson you learned in college?
“Time management was definitely my biggest lesson in college. It’s so different from time management in high school.”
What advice would you give to incoming freshmen?
“Don’t stress too much about receiving a B because they really aren’t that bad. That’s what I’ve learned from experience.”
If you could go back and change anything about your college experience what would it be?
“That’s a tough one. I would be in a dorm where I would have had to live in the same room as another person.
“I would like to be a journalist who reports on the wilderness. My interest would be to tell the stories of people trying to preserve wildlife for future generations.”
– CRAIG JOHNSON, FRESHMAN, ASU
I think the relationship with my roommate would have been better in that situation.”
HIM
CHRIS WOOD,
JUNIOR, ASU
What’s the biggest lesson you learned in college?
“I think I’ve learned not to underestimate my abilities. I’ve learned perfectly what my capabilities are and where my limits are.”
What advice would you give to incoming freshmen?
“I would tell them to be serious about it. I was in the military before college, so I had the ability to come here with a little more life experience under my belt.”
If you could go back and change anything about your college experience what would it be?
“I think I’d go back and tell myself to work a little harder on some assignments or study more for a certain test. Other than that, I don’t think I would change very much.”
CAMPAIGN FOR CHANGE:
ASU ALUMNA RUNNING FOR HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
ASU alumna Athena Salman has an undeniable ardor for immigration reform. The eagerness to represent others
and express her own voice led Salman to run for the House of Representatives in District 26.
“I want to see elected leaders welcome immigrants with open arms,” Salman says.
“That is something I have always been passionate about.”
Salman’s family migrated to the United States in the 1970s; her grandmother is from Germany and her grandfather was born in Mexico. As a first-generation American— and the first in her family to graduate college—her passion for helping the racially diverse stems from her background.
Shortly after the 9/11 attacks, when Salman was in middle school, she heard her teachers express their support for attacking the Middle East.
Salman then understood what it felt like to stand out because of race when her friend’s uncle—who is of Middle Eastern descent—was killed after the attacks. She has used that experience to build on her campaign, and help individuals who are diverse in race and culture.
Her passion for racial issues grew even more in her senior year at ASU, when Arizona Senate Bill 1070 was introduced. The bill requires police to determine the immigration status of those placed under arrest—if there is reasonable suspicion.
“People believed the bill was focused on Latinos. After the bill’s introduction to the Senate, I connected with a
nonprofit organization and helped increase Latino voting by 500%,” Salman says.
The bill passed in 2010, but Salman was able to help Latinos express their own voice surrounding the issue.
After graduating from ASU with a Bachelor of Science in economics and political science, Salman went on to help Girl Scouts of America in Flagstaff.
Once Salman discovered that less than 15 of the 260 girls she was supporting were Latinas, she decided to begin working toward finding more opportunities to allow Latina community engagement.
“If we just let hate and lack of tolerance for diversity go unchecked, that will have a
strong negative impact on our world.”
She stands behind the belief that everyone deserves respect and acceptance, no matter their race.
Salman wants college students to know that they are capable of making a difference. Salman intends to build on these goals if she is elected. The primary election is August 30, while the general election is November 8.
“Young people could make such a huge difference in our community,” she says. “If we pull the community together and show our support for one another.”
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW
Moving Out and Moving On!
HOW TO DOWNSIZE AFTER COLLEGE
NICOLE CHOKSI • COLLEGE TIMES
Moving into a college dorm means fitting all of your worldly possessions into about 200 square feet of living space. Now, after four years of college, that itty-bitty room is probably full of junk you don’t need.
After college is over, there are plenty of reasons to downsize–like moving back home, traveling to an internship in another state or even moving into a smaller place. Bringing too many belongings will just make moving more stressful, especially if they don’t fit in your new abode.
As crazy as downsizing from an already-small space may seem, it is possible to accomplish. Plus, getting rid of unused school supplies, worthless freebies and piles of old essays is good for the soul.
Here are a few key things to remember when it comes to downsizing after college.
DO NOT PROCRASTINATE
The process of packing up an apartment is not something that can be done overnight, and procrastinating will only make it worse. If there are items you can live without until the move, try packing them in advance to make the transition smoother.
BE ORGANIZED
When beginning the packing process, the best thing to have is a systematized plan of attack. Label each box to make unpacking easier, box up items in categories and make sure to wrap fragile items. As far as downsizing goes, label things you want to give away, sell, throw away or donate.
DON’T GET ATTACHED TO THE LITTLE THINGS
When you are packing, don’t assume that you have to keep everything. Think of this new place as a fresh start—and a place to make all—new memories. There’s no need to have every memory from college stuffed into boxes. Plus, there are probably underclassmen who will want your extra textbooks or campus clothing.
DON’T GET TOO OVERWHELMED
The whole moving process might be discouraging, but just remember to take it one day at a time. Downsizing is never a fun task, but moving with fewer things means you have more of an excuse to go shopping later.
Campus Locations
Have you ever heard that saying about the three Ls of real estate? Location. Location. Location. When choosing your next apartment, making sure you’re where you want to be is of utmost importance. We’ve put together this handy map of plenty of housing options and where they are in relation to various campus locations and the Phoenix Metro Light Rail route. Happy apartment hunting!
Apartments near Valley Metro Rail:
Campuses Valley-wide:
Valley Metro Rail
Frequent and reliable all-day rail service operating 365 days a year linking
Storage Solutions!
The end of the school year is quickly approaching and, if you live out of state, it’s not easy to take everything home. The good alternative is finding a storage locker for things that you know you’ll need in the fall. There are many places around campus for all of your storage unit needs. Be sure to take the time to research all of the amenities offered at each place, especially if you are going to be storing things such as pillows, blankets and bedding— you do not want them to get ruined in the Arizona heat. Here are some affordable storage options around town.
SELF STORAGE UNITS
2222 W. Southern Avenue, Tempe, 877.913.3753, extraspace.com
A&S STORAGE SOLUTIONS
2235 W. First Street, Tempe, 480.269.8859, storage-solutions.org
US STORAGE CENTERS
1201 E. Cinnabar Avenue, Phoenix, 602.714.8902, usstoragecenters.com
CUBESMART
3122 E. Washington Street, Phoenix, 480.467.3517, cubesmart.com
ISTORAGE
2850 S. Country Club Drive, Mesa, 480.719.2663, istorage.com
STORAGE WEST
1450 S. McClintock Drive, Tempe, 480.968.2212, storagewest.com
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PARTYING WITH A PURPOSE
THE 2COURTIERS CAPITALIZE ON FESTIVAL ECONOMICS
Lyle Maxson and Sam Wiseman, otherwise known as the 2Courtiers, have always had a major interest in entertainment. Wiseman has studied music, while Maxson spent the majority of his youth attending festivals and concerts.
The two met in 2013 while interning at College Times and hit it off. Maxson and Wiseman left the magazine and began promoting events for Relentless Beats. The two young men had their pulses on the burgeoning music festival scene.
“We got into it because we see music festivals as being the biggest engines for social change,” Wiseman says.
The 2Courtiers saw their roles at Relentless Beats expanding and teamed up to devise a six-month marketing plan that they could present to CEO
Thomas Turner.
“He loved our ideas, but told us it would be too costly,” Maxson reveals.
The rejection wasn’t necessarily a bad thing. The two pals kicked things into overdrive and set out in search of sponsorships and vendors. Initially, the duo worked from home or rented conference rooms—just about any place they could find to devise plans for a prized festival.
“We even worked from my ex-girlfriend’s house until she kicked us out,” says Wiseman with a laugh.
At the end of the six months, Maxson and Wiseman garnered $15,000 in sponsors and vendors for the Wet Electric 2015 event.
“They (Relentless Beats) took notice and rewarded us with offices of our own,” Maxson says.
That summer, the duo
traveled to eight different EDM festivals in 10 weeks to generate leads and make connections—all paid for by Relentless Beats. Maxson and Wiseman tapped top brands looking to sponsor ideas of innovative folks in the ever-growing festival world, according to Maxson.
Festival Fashion
The two left Relentless Beats to become contractors for the company after 16 months and formed the 2Courtiers. They organize the festivals, except for the music. For Decadence 2015, the 2Courtiers had stilt walkers, a giant artwalk with painters, an oxygen bar and a lounge equipped with bean bags and fur blankets.
Some of their clients include EDC New York, EDC Las Vegas and Groove Cruise. Wiseman says they are able to tap into
all the resources and maximize their ingenuity.
“A lot of it comes naturally because of our knowledge of the festival scene, but we definitely keep each other on a book diet,” he says about their reading habits. “All the marketing managers are in their 40s and 50s trying to market to the millennials, but we are the millennials.”
For its next event, the 2Courtiers will host The Festival Fashion show at Live on Central on Friday, May 20. Normally, they come in as independent contractors for other festivals, but Festival Fashion is their first branded event.
“All the partners we use to bring into larger mainstream festivals, we’re bringing into a club show now,” Maxson says. “So it’s like a festival in a club.”
The musical talents will
include local turntablists like DJ Geronimo and DJ Pokoj. There will also be clothing sponsors, a hookah lounge, massage therapy, flow artists practicing object manipulation and two separate flash mob fashion shows.
“We wanted to do it the opposite of how everyone else does,” Wiseman says.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Cadence and Cause to help create Phoenix Children’s Hospital’s first music therapy program.
FESTIVAL FASHION
Live on Central, 702 N. Central Avenue, Phoenix, the2courtiers. com, 9 p.m. Friday, May 20, $15
DAMIR LOLIC • COLLEGE TIMES
LANDING THE JOB
CAREER TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL GRADUATES
ALYSSA
TUFTS • COLLEGE TIMES
Congrats! You are officially a college graduate. It’s time to get your grad gear and find that dream career. But first, you have to learn how to prepare. From writing the resume to landing the job, here are some tips to be a successful graduate. Now get out there and put that education to use.
THE RESUME
Keep it updated
Keep track of your positions, organizations, accomplishments and skills while in college and update it regularly. If you have a digital copy on a website or LinkedIn, make sure that is updated as well.
Tailor it for the job
It’s important to tailor your resume to each position you apply for based on the job description. One position may ask for more leadership experience, while another may specify its desire for a certain skill.
Focus on the vocabulary
Pay attention to the wording in your resume. Use action verbs that demonstrate your responsibility, and the affect it had on your colleagues and workplace.
Give it personality
This document is often the first impression a potential employer has of you, so don’t forget to include your own voice. Adding a little color can give it some visual interest without overwhelming the page. You can also add taglines that describe you, such as “sustainability enthusiast” or “aspiring business owner.” These can go a long way to show an employer who you are as a person.
THE INTERVIEW
Preparation is key
Your resume gets you an interview, but the interview gets you the job. It’s important to realize that there are different types of interviews as well. Some companies have a panel interview, while others may do a video interview if they are out of state.
Research the company
Try to educate yourself on the potential employer. When you step into an interview knowing everything there is to know about a company—it will surely impress them.
Practice answering questions
The most common interview questions are; “tell me about
yourself,” “what are your strengths and weaknesses?” and “can you describe a time you overcame a challenge and how that impacted you?” Each of these questions tells an employer about your previous experience, work ethic and personality— they want to get to know their potential employee.
Have some questions prepared
Asking your potential employer questions only strengthens your application’s status. Plus, this is your opportunity to find out if this is an organization you want to work for.
THE REFERENCES
Phone a friend
Word of advice regarding references; only request them from people who can speak in detail about your experiences, strengths and character.
Build relationships during school
Too many students go through college and neglect this important task. Having a mentor in a professor, work colleague or professional is an excellent way to build a network to help you get a job later on.
Always ask
Whenever applying for a position, ask the person before you list them as a reference. If you don’t, they might receive a call from an employer and be caught off guard—not a great impression for the candidate.
Give letters time
Letters of recommendation are more time-consuming, so make sure to give your reference plenty of time to write it. Send them the job description or highlights of important responsibilities so they can
include that in the letter. If you want to ensure they talk about your leadership skills or accomplishments—let them know beforehand.
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Don’t forget to clean up your act
A “digital footprint,” as it is sometimes called, is kind of like an online resume. What you post online can harm or hurt you in the job application process. Employers will often use this to see if you are active on social media—and if your presence is appropriate. Remember to never include inappropriate language or pictures of yourself that could affect your chances at receiving a position.
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SPORTS
SPORTS CALENDAR
MEN’S BASEBALL: ASU VS. OREGON
The regular season is coming to a close. The Sun Devils will be looking to lock a spot in the postseason, but must fend off the Oregon Ducks first. Don’t miss out on the final weekend of baseball—before it’s time to head home for the summer! Phoenix Municipal Stadium, 5999 E. Van Buren Street, Phoenix, thesundevils.com, Friday, May 6, 5:30 p.m., Saturday, May 7, 5:30 p.m., Sunday, May 8, 12:30 p.m., free for students
WOMEN’S SOFTBALL: ASU VS STANFORD
Come and support the lady Devils when Stanford comes to town for the final weekend in Tempe. With the playoffs looming, don’t miss out on giving ASU a boost during the home stretch.
Alberta B. Farrington Softball Stadium, 510 S. Athletes Place, Tempe, thesundevils.com, Friday, May 6, 7 p.m., Saturday, May 7, noon, Sunday, May 8, 2 p.m., free for students
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS: 90TH ANNIVERSARY WORLD TOUR
The Harlem Globetrotters have been making history for almost a century. It’s your turn to see why they have become a household name. Make sure to hold that popcorn tight, the Globetrotters will have you jumping out of your seat all night.
Talking Stick Resort Arena, 201 E. Jefferson Street, harlemglobetrotters.com, Saturday, May 7, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m, $22
PHOENIX MERCURY PRESEASON
After the tough loss in the playoffs last season, the Phoenix Mercury are back and ready to play. The visiting Seattle Storm come to town in the only preseason tune-up for the Mercury. It’s time to get the 2016 WNBA season underway.
Talking Stick Resort Arena, 201 E. Jefferson Street, mercury.wnba.com, Sunday, May 8, 3 p.m., $10
ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS VS SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS
It’s always an intense atmosphere at Chase Field when these two divisional foes do battle. It will be “Star Wars” night at the game so be sure to gather your fellow Jedi and head down to the ballpark! Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, diamondbacks. mlb.com, Friday, May 14, 5:10 p.m., $19
ARIZONA RATTLERS VS LOS ANGELES KISS
The Rattlers have been head and shoulders above the competition this season. Leading the AFL in most points scored and least points allowed, Arizona is clearly looking to add to its decorated trophy cabinet. The Los Angeles Kiss will be in town on Saturday night—and it figures to be a matchup you don’t want to miss.
Talking Stick Resort Arena, 201 E. Jefferson Street, Phoenix, azrattlers.com, Saturday, May 21, 6 p.m., $23.50
REDBULL GLOBAL
RALLYCROSS TO MAKE PHOENIX DEBUT
Phoenix’s reputation as a motorsports hotbed expands even further in 2016 as locals will get to experience the thrill of Red Bull Global Rallycross action for the first time on May 21 and May 22 at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park in Chandler. The doubleheader event will serve as the series’ season opener, the first and second of 12 rounds that will take place across the United States this year.
But fans might be surprised at exactly what they get to see. Rallycross is its own unique breed of motorsport: It isn’t NASCAR, it’s not IndyCar, it’s not the NHRA, and it’s not even short-course racing.
So what, exactly, is Red Bull Global Rallycross?
Imagine international racing superstars strapping into 600-horsepower Supercars. Imagine them battling side by side over dirt, pavement and 70-foot jumps in frenetic, fast-
paced heat races, with every driver fighting for a spot in the final. Then, imagine a 10-lap, winner-take-all, no-holdsbarred cage match on wheels for the overall victory.
In short, it’s all of the best parts of racing thrown in a blender and served up for fans to enjoy.
Local race fans will recognize many of the teams on hand: they’re owned by such auto racing legends as Chip Ganassi, Michael Andretti and Bryan Herta, among others. But unlike their stock car and open-wheel exploits, the cars they campaign in Red Bull GRC are totally different: Ford Fiestas, Subaru WRX STIs, Honda Civics, and even Volkswagen Beetles that start life on the production line before being outfitted with turbocharged engines and safety advancements.
The drivers come from every possible motorsport or action sport background, from drifting (Tanner Foust) to freestyle motocross (Brian Deegan) all the way to skateboarding (Bucky Lasek). Defending Supercar champion Scott Speed, who races for Andretti’s two-car Volkswagen squad alongside Foust, has 26 Formula 1 starts and multiple years in NASCAR under his belt.
But the Supercar stars aren’t the only drivers on track—also competing is the spec GRC Lites class, Red Bull GRC’s equivalent to the minor leagues. In Lites, it’s all about driver talent, as each driver races a spec vehicle with roughly half the horsepower of its Supercar counterpart.
It’s designed to teach drivers
how to handle an all-wheel drive car at the highest level, and it does it to great effect: Joni Wiman won every race of the inaugural Lites season in 2013, then won the Supercar title as a rookie the very next year.
And while these cars and drivers would be an unapproachable vision in the distance in most other racing series, in Red Bull GRC, even general admission race tickets are a pit pass. Fans can walk the paddock between heats to check out the vehicles as the mechanics prepare, while it’s not uncommon to catch drivers roaming the paddock and catching up with fans of all ages. There’s a serieswide autograph session every weekend, so you’re guaranteed to meet all of the sport’s biggest names.
As a first-time host to Red Bull GRC in 2016, Wild Horse Pass will boast an all-new track for the series, roughly a mile in length and wide open with plenty of passing opportunities. But facing new tracks is part of the game: track layouts change in the series from year to year, even at returning venues. The driver who figures out the new layout quickest gives their team an upper hand on the rest of the field.
Early bird tickets for Red Bull Global Rallycross Phoenix at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park are on sale through April 16. To purchase, visit redbullglobalrallycross.com/ tickets; to learn more about the series, visit the official website at RedBullGRC.com or follow along on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram at @RedBullGRC.
12TH ANNUAL PAT’S RUN
KIMBERLY CARRILLO • COLLEGE TIMES
APRIL 23, ASU SUN DEVIL STADIUM
This signature fundraising event for the Pat Tillman Foundation attracted thousands of runners, volunteers and spectators. Here are some pictures of those who made it out to this recognized event.
BASEBALL SCHEDULE
ENTERTAINMENT
THE CAT’S MEOW
‘KEANU’
BRINGS KEY AND PEELE TO THE BIG SCREEN
TIM J. RANDALL • COLLEGE TIMES
Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele have given a new name to the buddy action comedy genre: “Keanu.”
Key and Peele, who starred in the Comedy Central sketch series as Key & Peele, star as Clarence and Rell, two cousins who live in the city but who are far from streetwise in the R-rated movie.
When Rell’s beloved kitten, Keanu, is “catnapped,” the straight-laced pair pose as ruthless killers to infiltrate a street gang and retrieve their baby. But the incredibly adorable kitten becomes so coveted that the fight over his custody creates a gang war, forcing the duo to take the law into their own hands. The villain, Cheddar, is played by actor-rapper Method Man.
“The movie is about wish fulfillment,” Peele says during a recent teleconference call to advance the movie, which was released on Friday, April 29. “It’s about the high stakes world that the characters dream about when they watch Liam Neeson films. It’s like Key
and I in real life—we want to be bad asses.”
“Key & Peele,” which aired through the fall of 2015, catapulted the duo onto the big screen.
“We thought about having a Key and Peele movie at the ready if anyone came asking,” says Key. “Our passion is action films, particularly those of the 1980s and 1990s that have action with lots of laughs, or comedies with a lot of violence and action. These pictures have a great tone that we wanted to celebrate in this movie.”
Joining the intrepid duo on the feline hunt is Bud, played by actor Jason Mitchell, wellknown in his early career for playing Eazy-E in the critically acclaimed film “Straight Outta Compton.” Now, he is honing his comedic chops.
“I want people to know I am a contender and can play comedy and drama roles, Mitchell says. “I can unpeel my onion and people should not typecast me.”
Mitchell, who grew up in Louisiana where the movie
I CAN UNPEEL MY ONION AND PEOPLE SHOULD NOT TYPECAST ME.
was filmed, was excited to return.
“I was living in Los Angeles and it was so crazy to come home to New Orleans,” he says. “‘Straight Outta Compton’ changed everything for me, it made the city proud (and) I was super happy.”
The film’s name harks back to another famous “Keanu”— probably the only other one— Keanu Reeves. The “Matrix” actor wasn’t initially interested in participating, but eventually found himself as the voice of the cat who leads Rell through a drug-induced hallucination.
“There was a certain strategy in choosing ‘Keanu’
as the name of the cat, when you see that name you think of an iconic name like Keanu Reeves,” Peele says. “People will think of two things when they hear the name and it’s a way for people to connect to Key and Peele.”
The film, directed by Key and Peele helmsman, Peter Atencio, is a continuation of the pair’s work on television.
“We look to material that we have not seen anywhere else,” says Key. “Topics such as race, culture and masculinity are targets.”
As for future projects, Key and Peele will continue to pay attention to content where they
can provide social commentary.
“We write how we see the world,” Peele says. “Once ‘Keanu’ comes out, we will have a powwow to discuss what’s next. There are opportunities in class and wage discrimination, sci-fi realm with artificial intelligence; there are so many things we have not discussed.”
Most importantly, they’re hoping that fans enjoy “Keanu.”
“We want people to go and have a great time at the movie and get a bunch of good laughs,” Key says. “We are comedians first and foremost.”
CRACKING THE CODE
TEMPE’S ESCAPE ROOM IS THE REAL DEAL
JASMINE KEMPER • DAMIR LOLIC • COLLEGE TIMES
One hour. That’s all the time you and up to eight of your closest friends have to bust out of a room at The Escape Zone in Downtown Tempe. If you’ve never heard of an escape room, it’s a live-action gaming environment that involves cracking codes, solving clues, unlocking combinations and figuring out riddles to escape a themed room. Your objective is different, depending on which room you’re in. Right now, the experiences available are The Inheritance, Jail Break and coming soon—Lunar Lab.
While escape games are common for corporate team building because success depends on communication, they’re meant for anyone to enjoy. From escaping a jail cell to racing the clock to find some hidden cash, experiencing an escape room is no easy task…but it is a thrilling one! We at College Times decided to test them out ourselves. Here’s how it all went down.
JASMINE’S EXPERIENCE: THE INHERITANCE
I decided to brave the Escape Zone with my friend, my boyfriend and his dad. The Escape Zone owners, Mark and Lori, welcomed us and we sat down awaiting the instructions. I don’t like being locked in any kind of room—even voluntarily—so I knew it was going to be an interesting 60 minutes.
Lori and Mark set the scene for our escape room: In “The Inheritance,” your grandparents left you an old farmhouse in the country and—as someone who lives in the city—you decide to sell it. After finding out there is an inheritance waiting for you in the attic, you
must race to find it before the new homeowners arrive.
We were told our scenario was the “easier” of the two rooms available, so we opted for that one. They led us to the faux attic and the door was shut behind us—the 60-minute countdown began.
I was really surprised with how real the attic felt. The minute the door shut, we were transported to another world full of dolls, books, an old television and an eerie song playing on a loop.
My team and I tore the room apart. In just over an hour, we solved puzzles, found clues, opened doors, unlocked chests and eventually made our way out of the room. Even though we went 20 minutes over and made plenty of mistakes, it was still a fun experience. I would definitely come back to try out the other rooms.
DAMIR’S EXPERIENCE: JAIL BREAK
I earned some massive brownie points by taking my sister, her boyfriend and a close friend to experience the Escape Room. Jasmine and her group were early birds and picked “The Inheritance,” so my group was tasked with tackling the “harder” of the two scenarios.
Mark and Lori quickly briefed us on the “Jail Break” plot: You and some friends are in Central America seeing the world. As a good citizen of the planet, you naturally pick up trash along the beach. You drop the trash into a dumpster nearby—just before the garbage truck comes along. The next thing you know, you and your amigos are being wrestled to the ground, tied up, blindfolded and thrown into a van. Something you picked up wasn’t garbage after all. You are brought to
a private holding cell in a remote location. After two terrifying days behind bars, the clock is ticking and the big boss will be arriving soon. Tomorrow could be the end of your adventure and life—if you don’t find a way out today. The ruthless thug they put in charge of guarding you will be gone to lunch for an hour. It’s now or never.
Once inside, we were divided into two teams, led to separate holding cells and handcuffed immediately. We noticed numerous tidbits of information, lots of numbers and how chilling it felt to be locked up.
After an hour of deciphering codes, picking locks, throwing cloths and moving props—we still needed an additional half hour to escape! We’ll be back to take a crack at it again.
LIVE MUSIC CALENDAR
MAY 5
The Black Dahlia Murder, Rebel Lounge, 7:30 p.m., $20-$24
Dillon Francis, Livewire, 9 p.m., win tickets
Synrgy, Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $5-$7
So Hideous, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free The Classic Crime, Nile Theater, 5:30 p.m., $17
Nicholas David, Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $33-$38
MAY 6
Lil Wayne, Comerica Theatre, 8 p.m., $48-$88 Lily & Madeleine, Rebel Lounge, 8:30 p.m., $10$12
Paul Van Dyk, Maya Day + Nightclub, 9 p.m., $15
Fear Factory, Marquee Theatre, 6 p.m., $25
New Mystery Moon, Last Exit Live, 8 p.m., $5-$10
Warhead w/Brain Dead, Club Red, 7 p.m., $10-$13
Some Call Us Heroes, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free
Ya Boi Ceddi, Nile Theater, 8 p.m., $10-$12
The Residents, Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $36
Steve Poltz, Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., $28-$34
Diego’s Umbrella, Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $10
MAY 7
Kenny Chesney: Spread the Love Tour, Chase Field, 5 p.m., $20$250
Beach Slang, Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $12-$15
Cyantific, Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $15
Mimelight, Club Red, 6 p.m., $10-$12
No Society, Club Red, 7 p.m., $10-$12
The Earps, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free
The Stone Foxes, Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $20-$23
The Repeat Offenders, Rhythm Room, 6 p.m., $8
Dick Dale, Musical Instrument Museum, 7:30 p.m., sold out
MAY 8
The Co-Founder, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free
Todd Rundgren, Celebrity Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $39-$79
Torche, Nile Theater, 8 p.m., $12-$15
The Plateros, Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $15
Sean Watkins, Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $28-$34
MAY 9
Sympathy And The Lion, Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $5-$8
Bear Mountain w/ Young Empires, Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $12-$15
Lacuna Coil, Marquee Theatre, 5:30 p.m., $20
Immortal Technique w/Jedi Mind Tricks, Club Red, 8 p.m., $25
Bettye LaVette, Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $48-$54
MAY 10
The Rocket Summer, Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $17-$22
Daniel Martin Moore, Valley Bar, 8 p.m., $10$12
MAY
HIPPO CAMPUS
Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $12-$15
The cool kids of Hippo Campus all met during high school in St. Paul, Minnesota. In 2013, the four musicians joined forces and have played support shows for big names like The Mowgli’s, Modest Mouse, My Morning Jacket, Walk The Moon and JR JR. Now, you can catch Hippo Campus at its own concert at Valley Bar.
So Stressed, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free
The Slackers, Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $17-$20
The New Standards, Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $38-$44
MAY 11
Miner, Rebel Lounge, 8 p.m., $10-$12
Sharks in the Deep End, Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $5-$8
Nancarrow, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free Matt Andersen and the Bona Fide, Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $20-$29
The Rebel Set, Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $5
MAY 12
Widower, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free Drab Majesty, Valley Bar, 7 p.m., $10
Davey Suicide, Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $10$15
The Internet, Livewire, 9 p.m., $20
Wes Williams Band, Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $10
MAY 13
JMSN, Rebel Lounge, $7 p.m., $12-$15
Kris Allen w/Marie Miller, Valley Bar, 7 p.m., $20-$25
The Black Moods, Cactus Jack’s, 8 p.m., $10 Dangerkids, Pub Rock Live, 7 p.m., $13
Claptone, Livewire, 8 p.m., $15
Felly, Club Red, 7 p.m., $10-$15
Vince Staples, Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $15-$17
Night Ranger, Wild Horse Pass, 8 p.m., $25$70
MAY 14
B.o.B, Maya Day + Nightclub, 10 p.m., $19-$110 Night Moves, Rebel Lounge, 7:30 p.m., $10 Sunsquabi, Valley Bar, 6:30 p.m., $10-$12
Steel Panther, Livewire, 8 p.m., $24
Young Thug, Marquee Theatre, 7:30 p.m., $47$82
IAMSU!, Nile Theater, 7 p.m., $20-$23
MAY 15
MOTION CITY SOUNDTRACK
The Pressroom, 7 p.m., $25
For nearly 20 years, Motion City Soundtrack has brought its alternative rock sound to stages all over the globe. With hit songs like “Everything Is Alright,” “The Future Freaks Me Out” and “Make Out Kids,” these guys have tugged on our emo heartstrings repeatedly. Sadly, That’s all coming to an end when the band completes its “So Long, Farewell” tour.
Rising Appalachia, Crescent Ballroom, 8:30 p.m., $16-$20
Yucca Prom 2016 w/ Snake Burner, Tiki Bandits, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free
Greyhound Soul, Last Exit Live, 9 p.m., $8-$10 Grow The Scene, Club Red, 5 p.m., $10-$12
Soul Power Band, Rhythm Room, 9 p.m., $8 Journey & The Doobie Brothers w/Dave Mason, Ak-Chin Pavilion, 7 p.m., $37-$142
Wolfgang Gartner, The Pool at Talking Stick Resort, 11 a.m., $15
MAY 15
The Trapdoors, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free Sales, Rebel Lounge, 7 p.m., $10-$12
Sidney Samson + Kennedy Jones, Maya Day + Nightclub, 12 p.m., $20
De’Anza, Last Exit Live, 8:30 p.m., $8-$10
Luca Turilli’s, Club Red, 6 p.m., $25
Aesop Rock, Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $22 Quintino, The Pool at Talking Stick Resort, 11 a.m., $10
Aaron Lewis, The Showroom at Talking Stick Resort, 8 p.m., $35-$95
MAY 16
Matthew Mayfield, Musical Instrument Museum, 7 p.m., $25-$32 Coasts, Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $15-$18
MAY 17
Coast 2 Coast Live Artist Showcase, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., $14 Filter, Marquee Theatre, 6:30 p.m., $20
The Sonics, Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $25$34
MAY 18
Kozmonaut, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free Big Wild, Valley Bar, 7:30 p.m., $10-$12
Wild Nothing, Crescent Ballroom, 8 p.m., $15-$18 Modern English, The Rhythm Room, 8 p.m., $15-$20
MAY 19
Shaka, Yucca Tap Room, 8 p.m., free Titus Andronicus, Rebel Lounge, 7:30, $15$17
PVRIS, Livewire, 6 p.m., $18
J Boog, Marquee Theatre, 6:30 p.m., $25
HOROSCOPES!
HOROSCOPES!
TOTALLY ACCURATE PREDICTIONS
YOU SHOULD PROBABLY TAKE WITH A GRAIN OF SALT
AQUARIUS
(JANUARY 20 – FEBRUARY 18)
It’s almost time to say goodbye to college, Aquarius. Go take a walk down memory lane and visit all your favorite spots on campus. Remember when your bike got stolen freshman year? Yeah…Good times.
PISCES
(FEBRUARY 19 – MARCH 20)
The early bird may get the worm, but who wants to eat a disgusting worm when you can make breakfast any time of the day? Go ahead and sleep in today, Pisces.
ARIES
(MARCH 21 – APRIL 21)
Beer before liquor, never sicker. Liquor before beer, in the clear. Six shots of vodka and probably texting all of your exes in the corner of your best friend’s closet.
TAURUS
(APRIL 22 – MAY 20)
Mother’s Day is coming up. It’s time to thank mom for everything she’s done for you. Without her, you literally wouldn’t exist.
GEMINI
(MAY 21 – JUNE 21)
When you go home this summer, don’t let your family overwhelm you with questions about school. This is your chance to go home, see all your old friends and recharge for next semester.
CANCER
(JUNE 22 – JULY 22)
Life is like a box of chocolates: When you eat too many of them, your stomach starts to hurt. Don’t bite off more than you can chew, Cancer.
LEO
(JULY 23 – AUGUST 22)
You forgot to do something. Oh well, it couldn’t have been that important. Oh…wait. It’s OK, you don’t have to dig a very big hole for a fish anyway.
VIRGO
(AUGUST 23 – SEPTEMBER 22)
What the hell, Eric? Get that out of your mouth, that’s disgusting! You can’t eat 2-week-old leftovers out of your roommate’s fridge. What’s wrong with you?
LIBRA
(SEPTEMBER 23 – OCTOBER 22)
Now is the time to start saving money. To celebrate your adult decision, go get some dinner, watch a movie and buy yourself something nice. What’s that? Now you’re broke? See, we told you to save.
SCORPIO
(OCTOBER 23 – NOVEMBER 21)
You really need to go study for that final. Stop procrastinating, Scorpio! We know adult coloring books are all the rage now, but showing your professor that you can color inside the lines won’t get you that A.
SAGITTARIUS
(NOVEMBER 22 – DECEMBER 21)
We know you’re busy this time of the semester, but maybe you should pick up the phone and call your friends to tell them how much you appreciate them. They might be going through a rough patch.
CAPRICORN
(DECEMBER 22 – JANUARY 19)
Adfghjklzxcvbn….wake up, Capricorn! You feel asleep on your keyboard again. Just a little longer and you can trade in your laptop for a margarita by the pool.
A TABLE FOR TWO?
Phind it
