Anna Patrick
Anna, 25, is a Boston College alumna (class of 2013) with a degree in Communications and a minor in International Studies. She currently lives in the suburbs of Washington, D.C., with her French Bulldog, and works as a Communications Associate for Patrick Kennedy's The Kennedy Forum.
Since starting her college career studying abroad in London for her first semester through Northeastern University, Anna spent the rest of her college years at BC from 2010-2013. Anna rode for the Boston College Equestrian Team and wrote for The Heights, the independent student newspaper of Boston College. After writing for the paper, a travel blog called Let's Go, and currently writing for her own personal blog, she loves writing everything from lifestyle and advice articles to mind/body/spirit pieces for the college girl and young adult demographic. When she's not writing or working, Anna also practices yoga and meditation regularly, and spends time with close friends and family.
Likes: writing, meditation, horses and horseback riding, yoga, philosophy, psychology, art, kickboxing, seeing the world, reading new things, trying new things, and adventure.
Dislikes: slow walkers, negativity, close-mindedness, and definitely blood, but mostly slow walkers.All posts by Anna Patrick ▾
Be A Better Girlfriend: Great Ways To Communicate With Your Man
Aside from love, there is one element in a relationship that is so important that it can change the depth of your relationship with your guy – communication. When you take the time to communicate...
Mediterranean Wrap Recipe – Perfect For Work Lunches
Think about the best part of your long day at your internship or job. No, not leaving. Lunch! Taking a good lunch break is a great way to step away from the hectic parts of...
5 Reasons Why Summer Reading Is Awesome
Sure, it’s summer, and the last thing you probably want to do is stare at another book. But here’s the difference: it’s a book you actually want to read! Read on for reasons why summer...
How To… Cook Delicious Grilled Eggplant With Tomato And Feta
Grilled eggplant with tomato and feta is a great summer treat, whether you’re serving it to guests for a summer cookout or just enjoying them at home, they’re packed with great taste and are pretty...
10 Great Snacks That Are Less Than 50 Calories
Summer snacking is in full swing, but have no fear – there are always healthy alternatives that are easy, accessible, and that can still satisfy your sweet tooth and your salt cravings! All of the...
3 Important Steps To Getting A Slimmer Stomach
It’s that one sneaky area we all secretly, or some not so secretly, devote all of our workout attention to – the waistline and abs. It can seem like a hard area to tame, and...
4 Ways To Stay In Shape While You Travel
The summer months are finally upon us – the high season of travel and sunshine. When it comes to the former, it can be easy to get stressed out about being outside of your element...
How To… Make A Raspberry, Blue and Brie Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Yes, you heard that right – a raspberry brie and blue grilled cheese sandwich. This glam take on a traditional grilled cheese sandwich is great for hosting a fun night in or just enjoying a...
How To… Kill Time At Your Internship
So it’s internship season, and while some are bust bustling around and earning valuable work experience, others are, well… stapling. Either way, killing time at the office doesn’t have to be unproductive. Whether on your...
4 Ways To Keep Your Hair Smelling Good All Day
Take a second to think about all of your favorite parts about getting your hair done at a salon. I bet the scent your hair permeates afterward makes the top five! Who doesn’t love a...
How To… Cook Cheesy Baked Tomatoes
Looking for the perfect appetizer to make, or even a great snack, that is healthy, tasty, and relatively quick to make? Look no further than cheesy baked tomatoes. Healthy because it’s baked, delicious because it’s...
3 Staple College Girl Foods… And How To Make Them Even Better
Over the past week I’ve been looking at foods that me, my girl friends, and other girls around me eat consistently every day, and I’ve found that most college girls have a trifecta: yogurt, peanut...
How To… Make The Best Margarita For Cinco De Mayo
Get cinco de mayo ready with a great cinco de mayo recipe – whether you’re celebrating with friends, or just indulging on the occasion, read on for a great cinco de mayo treat… ole! What...
4 Best Ways To Look Your Best Without Makeup
It’s almost summer, so the time of the year for less makeup and more of a bare face is getting closer! The natural look is great for a lot of reasons, mostly because it lets...
How To… Make Margarita Popsicles
Popsicles and margaritas are great on their own. But together? It’s cinco de mayo magic. Taking a great festive drink just one step further. What you need (service size is 12 popsicles) 1 cup water...
5 Beauty Tips From Different Countries
Tired of the same old soak, exfoliate, moisturize beauty routine? Why not add a few beauty tricks to your repertoire from all over the world! Read on for beauty secrets from five different countries. Italy...
4 Ways To Get Your Feet Ready For Summer
Summer is on the way, which means more walks on the beach, in the grass – well, just more barefoot time in general. Read on for four beauty tips and tricks to get your feet...