Start off the Semester Wearing Green

Hello everyone!

As I briefly mentioned before, my name is Amy Strand and I am a senior majoring in journalism at The University of Arizona. I am a part of The Cat Scan, and this year we trying something new. As a class, we decided on an overarching theme for our stories and blogs. The topic this semester is one that affects many areas in our lives and is not only trendy at the moment but crucial to saving the world we live in. It is Green Living.

Each member of Cat Scan will focus specifically on one topic relating to Green Living. One of my passions in life is fashion and beauty. I love learning about new designers and new trends each season. Therefore, my blog topic will primarily be about going green with fashion and beauty. Green living is currently having it's moment. Celebrities are publicly embracing hybrid cars, world-wide concerts are being held in the name of the environment, and a wave of new eco-friendly clothing and beauty products are emerging.

Don't believe me? Stella McCartney, the daughter of Paul McCartney and a famous vegan fashion designer is sweeping media attention with her new, organic skin care line. Check it out at Stella McCartney Care. Wearing green apparel has also caught the attention of locals here in Tucson. Learn more about this on the Tucson Citizen web site, shown here It's a lot easier buying green when the prices come down and in the Arizona Republic, Seeing Green.

Throughout the duration of the semester, I will be one of your go-to girls on everything regarding natural fashion and beauty. I will update you on new designers going green, local shops where you purchase fashionable green clothing and how to keep your skin chemical free and environment friendly.

Get excited for a semester full of tips on looking great while saving the earth!

Your earth-friendly fashionista,

Amy Strand

My first blog post

Hello!
My name is Amy Strand and this is my very first blog post. I am new to this but am excited to learn and be in CatScan this semester. See you all on the first day of class!

-Amy Strand