Last Minute Dorm Decorating Tips

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So, you're finally out on your own. Exciting, isn't it? But not quite as glamorous as you imagined. You're probably wondering how you can add a little flavor to the dreary walls you're surrounded by and struggling with tight spaces. Don't worry, there are a bunch of great new products out now that can help transform your new room from claustrophobic to cozy! But first check out our tips on what to do before you get to campus to make sure you don't wind up at school with a truck full of stuff and no where to put it:

Latina.com Exclusive: Daddy Yankee Explains Why He Supports John McCain

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Amigo de Obama? Not Daddy Yankee. The reggaetonero has confirmed that come election day, his vote will be for Republican candidate John McCain. Latina.com spoke exclusively to Daddy Yankee to understand why he decided to vote Republican this November while most celebrities seem downright fanatic about Democratic nominee Barack Obama.  

Back to School Essentials

Our fall picks are hot enough to get tus hijos out of bed on the first day without an argument!

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Street Science School Supplies

Tired of the crap your kids are listening to that passes as music? Put them on to real hip hop with Street Science’s line of notebooks, folders and three-ring binders that use innovative design to expose them to its underpinnings, from breakin’ to graffiti. The best part about picking up these products? Five percent of each sale goes to educational charities. ($2 - $5, amazon.com)

Essay Contest: Lost and Found

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Two months after my 15th birthday, my mom shared a secret: The man I called Dad wasn’t my biological father. And just like that, I was half Costa Rican.

Create Your Own Career Roadmap

“As long as you keep your focus on your destination, you won’t get off track,” says Laura Lopez, career coach and author of The Connected and Committed Leader ($19, laura-lopez.com). Here, are Lopez shares some tips for creating your own map. So take notes and get ready to blaze your own path!

Savor the Good Life in Mendoza, Argentina

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The seasons are reversed down south of the equator so it's best to visit Mendoza between November and April when high temps make for beautiful days outdoors. Have fun hopping from vineyard to vineyard. When you're done, check out the rustic Cavas Wine Lodge where the Malbec isn't just for drinking. They also provide wine-infused spa treatments so you can truly unwind in one of their cozy cabins after a long day of tasting.

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