Resident on the Record: Keyana Tahmaseb

Sometimes there are residents that just make such an impression on you, you can't help but stop them in the hallway and say 'Hey Keyana! I wanna interview you for the blog!". Keyana Tahmaseb is a photography major in her Junior year at SVA. She is a native Oregonian who is interested in reading, movies, eating food and exploring the city. Being a second-year Ludlowian she has experienced a lot here and so I thought it would be interesting to get to know her a little better!

Adam: Hi Keyana!

Keyana: Hi Adam
A: What are you up to?
K: Right now I am playing animal crossing! Wait that's a lie. I'm thinking of what to order on Seamless and I'm hungry and I have a discount!
A: Ooh what restaurants would you recommend around here?
K: Los Perros Locos! Before coming here I'd never had a Colombian hotdog and now I know that I must have it in my life every now and then as they're so good. You also can't beat Hi Thai around the corner or $2 dumplings at North Gate on Essex St.
A: Doesn't Los Perros Locos do two for one hot dogs on Tuesdays?
K: They do! And they have student discount when you show your ID. They're very thoughtful to us Ludlowlians. 
A: So everyone should grab a friend and check it out on Tuesday! Why don't you tell us about your work?
K: Currently I am working on a fine art/contemporary project called Human Canvas Blending In. It's a photo project in which I apply paint and other similar mediums onto a person to make them blend in with their environments. It shows how we can feel invisible and consumed. 

A: Yeah I've seen some of the work, it's really nice! If anyone wants to check it out they can go to your website right?
K: Yes indeed! www.keyanatahmaseb.com 
A: You've been here two years now! What's your favourite part about living at Ludlow?
K: The friends I've made. I've met so many different people while living here that are all extremely talented, kind and fun to be around. 
A: Thanks for stopping by Keyana!
K: Anytime, see you soon RA Adam!

Skin for Spring

Soon those gloomy days of winter will be a thing of the past, but your skin won't be so quick to let go. All that harsh weather probably has taken a toll on you, so why not treat yourself to a DIY facial for Spring?

Skin Brightener 

1 tablespoon of plain yogurt

1 teaspoon of honey

1 dash of ground cinnamon

1 dash of ground nutmeg

Apply to face for 10 minutes then wash off with warm water.

Facial Scrub

1 tablespoon of honey

1 tablespoon of brown sugar

Apply gently to face, rubbing in circular motions, and then rinse off with warm water.

Moisturizing Facial

1 tablespoon honey

4 tablespoons ground oats

1/2 banana

Mash all ingredients together until there is an even consistency and let it sit on the skin for 15-20 minutes before rinsing off.

Massachusetts!

New York is great, don't get me wrong.. but sometimes we all need a break from the city. It can become very overwhelming and sometimes even isolating. Luckily, NYC is in a pretty good location for day/weekend trips! There are several options in upstate New York including parks, hikes and lakes but sometimes you just want to try a new state right? 

Why not check out Massachusetts??? This is a song by the people that brought 'What does the fox say?' and pretty much sums up the charm and admiration I have for MA.

Caption Contest

Hello Ludlow!

I have gathered the funniest pictures from around the internet for a caption contest! Post in the comments a caption to any or all the photos below. The best captions will be featured on the Ludlow Facebook and Tumblr. Please keep comments respectful and safe for work. 

                                                                            

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Want more funny photos? Check out humortrain.com

That Guy with the Glasses

Hey Ludlodians!

Working and need something to watch or just simply laugh at? I happen to stumble upon the Nostalgia Critic, a comedic web series with a bitter and sarcastic film critic, as he reviews movies and television shows from his childhood and recent past (later expanded to include anything not still in theaters), usually with comically exaggerated rage. The show often alternates the Critic's angry rants and juvenile humor with legitimate analysis of the episode's subject.

WATCH HERE!

This message was brought to you by RA Corie. :D

Inspirational Quote of the Day

As the semester is in full swing, it becomes extremely busy and hectic. Sometimes, we need to take a minute to gather our thoughts and reflect. I will be posting inspirational quotes regularly on this blog. If you have one you would like to submit, please email ludlow@sva.edu.

The only way to do great work is to love what you do. –Steve Jobs

What That Restaurant Grade Means

You can't walk a single block in this city without passing a million restaurants. More often than not, you'll notice a health inspection grade in the window. It's either an A, B, or C. Of course you know everything is fine and dandy with an A, but what is going on in the kitchen to bring it down to a B? And a C..?

A: 0-13 points

B: 14-27 points

C: 28+ points

"The points for a particular violation depend on the health risk it poses to the public. Violations fall into three categories: 

• A public health hazard, such as failing to keep food at the right temperature, triggers a minimum of 7 points. If the violation can’t be corrected before the inspection ends, the Health Department may close the restaurant until it’s fixed. 

• A critical violation, for example, serving raw food such as a salad without properly washing it first, carries a minimum of 5 points.  

• A general violation, such as not properly sanitizing cooking utensils, receives at least 2 points. 

Inspectors assign additional points to reflect the extent of the violation. A violation’s condition level can range from 1 (least extensive) to 5 (most extensive). For example, the presence of one contaminated food item is a condition level 1 violation, generating 7 points. Four or more contaminated food items 

is a condition level 4 violation, resulting in 10 points." --NYC Health

Click here to check your favorite restaurant's latest inspection information.