Stevens Admissions: Ellyn's Blog

Phi Sigma Sigma & Beta Theta Pi Give Back...PB&Js

Contrary to what you see on tv shows like GREEK or movies, greek organizations are heavily involved in philanthropy and other community service projects... we do more than just social activities!

This afternoon, my sorority teamed up with a fraternity on campus to make peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to donate to a homeless shelter.  Typically, when we team up with a fraternity to make PB&Js, it usually turns into a rowdy competition to see who can make the most sandwiches.  Although today's PB&J making was slightly more mellow, it was awesome to work with another greek organization for a common purpose!

See the picture below to see my sorority sisters hard at work!

Women's Programming: Wine & Chocolate

I love the Women's Programming at Stevens.  I've blogged about different events I've been to including  cupcake making events, de-stress massages, and even pilates classes...

Yesterday, Women's Programming hosted a Wine & Chocolate Event and it met all expectations and exceeded them!  
It was held in Jacobus Lounge from 8:30-10 pm.  When you walked in, 21 year olds could pay $5 enabling them to try 5 of the different sampled wines as well as unlimited chocolate, while the under 21 women were allowed free entry for unlimited chocolate and non-alcoholic beverages.  The entire event was a success, and the room was packed.  I got to sample so many different types of chocolate, and I left the event feeling like I didn't want to see  chocolate for a month (...and this is coming from a chocolate lover!) 

Reslife's Top Chef

If you are familiar with Bravo's show called Top Chef you'll love this post!

Earlier this week, Residence Life sponsored an event for the freshman residence halls (Hayden, Davis, and Humphreys).  We had five students represent each building and showcase their creative culinary talents.

They were given 5 different topics and were asked to create a dish that embodied that meal.  All the food was provided and the event was held in the Pierce Dining Hall.  However, there was a stipulation that they could not use any food or other objects from Pierce itself.  They also could not cook any food and wre given a time requirement as well.  The goal of this event was to showcase their creativity and teamwork skills by arranging the food.

Yours truly was one of the judges for the event :)

I must admit that I was impressed.  In the end it was very close to decide who would be crowned the victor.  After much deliberation the winner was:

HUMPHREYS HALL!
(Davis Hall finished closely behind!)

It was a great event! I'll hopefully be posting pictures soon!

Good Eats in Hoboken

The Malibu Diner

It is possibly my newest favorite place to eat in Hoboken... and believe me, I don't take that lightly. I really mean it!

I went there with my family and the restaurant was amazing.
First, it's got parking. My mom was able to park her big, new car (parking is always a nice luxury to have in Hoboken).
Second, the food was awesome. The quality and portions of the food was awesome. I honestly don't know how they stay in business, because the food is so good and is well-priced.

I was very impressed and am definitely going back. It reminds me of a diner from back home!

http://www.malibudiner.com/index.php

Yo Quiero Taco Bell (part dos)

Last year we started a ritual and already we have kept it alive!

One day during the week when we have off from practice, a few of my teammates and I decide to go to Taco Bell in NYC.

You may be asking yourself WHY? Why go into NYC for Taco Bell? and WHY eat Taco Bell?

Well... it started last year.  The locker room is a hangout during the day where we can go and just relax.  Last year a few of the girls were ready to go to do lifting and saw a commercial for Taco Bell.  Naturally, the food looked delicious so a few of us decided to get some that evening.

Last week, my sister (Lauren) , Bill (aka Jill), Meow (aka Mallory), and I went into NYC and got Taco Bell and Pinkberry ice cream on the way back to the Path Station.

Needlesstosay, it was tasty.  After returning back to campus, we went to support the Women's Volleyball team at one of their games!  The only negative was that some of our friends were jealous that we didn't bring some food back for them... oops!

The link to LAST YEAR'S TACO BELL ADVENTURE CAN BE FOUND HERE !

Food of Summer...

Hoboken is a metropolis of fine restaurants and food.

Choice of summer food: Ice cream / frozen yogurt / smoothies (basically anything cold)

Restaurants with delicious options:

1) Frozen Monkey
I go here frequently for an amazing creation called Tasti D-lite! It's a hybrid between ice cream and frozen yogurt.  It's fairly healthy (much much fewer calories, fat, and carbs) than a normal frozen treat. My favorite combination of Vanilla with fresh granola topping. I'm getting hungry just thinking about it.

2) Koa Koa
This store just opened but I already know I will visit it often. If you've ever heard of Pinkberry... this store is basically make your own frozen yogurt.  You use the machine to put whatever and how much frozen yogurt you want and a variety of toppings.  You then go up to the register and pay by weight. SO GOOD!

3) Rejuicenation
If you want delicious and healthy smoothies, this is the place to go.  It is right near the Path station and it is fantastic.  There is so many options and a smoothie is cost effective and big enough to be a meal in itself! YUM!

4) Panera
You wouldn't think Panera is known for their smoothies, but let me tell you that I was pleasantly surprised when I had one of their smoothies.  They never disappoint me!

From pizza to ice cream to italian to asian food to so much more, I can guarantee you will not go hungry if you visit Hoboken.

Another food adventure into NYC

If you are an avid reader of my blog, you remember the time during field hockey season when some teammates and I went into NYC for some Taco Bell. Well, yesterday I made another adventure into NYC for some food. This time... rice pudding!

I know what you're thinking, RICE PUDDING?! YES RICE PUDDING! There is a store in the city that only sells rice pudding. It's name is Rice To Riches. They sell gourmet rice pudding in some outrageous flavors like french toast and creamsicle.
www.ricetoriches.com

Why make an adventure into NYC for some rice pudding you may ask.... well, during research this summer my friend Tommy heard about it and we said we'd go someday. Months later, we finally went! I went with Tommy, Lizzie (from the field hockey team), and 3 field hockey recruits.

I personally had a lot of fun sampling :) , deciding, and EATING this rice pudding.

Tommy is thinking very hard about what flavor to order!

These are some HYSTERICAL SIGNS they had in the store!