College magazine conventions

Mass Head - This is the name of the magazine. It usually takes up 20% of the magazines front cover. This is placed at the top to allow the magazine to rack with others.

Main Story -  Main story would relate to The main image. Normally the text would be larger or bold to draw the attention to the reader and to show that this is the main article within the magazine. 

Main image - The main image is the most important part of any front cover of a magazine. This is used to draw attention to the reader/potential buyer. The main image usually dictates what the colour scheme of the magazine will be as clashing colours 

URL - Shows the users where they can get more information online and can contact the company via Email. 

Barcode - Allows cashier to scan when purchasing. This is more of a general magazine convention as college magazines are normally free. 

Feature Stories - these are other stories within the magazine which have small tag lines to give the reader/potential buyer a view into the contents of the magazine.