Posted on Friday, February 26th, 2010 under High School, Student Life
Under 21 nightlife can seem somewhat limited. With no access to clubs or bars, underage students are often left wondering what they can do on a Friday or Saturday night.
You don’t necessarily have to be at a place that serves alcohol to have fun! There are plenty of under 21 nightlife ideas that are just as fun and entertaining.
If you enjoy the company you’re with, you’re not likely to get bored. Here are some under 21 nightlife ideas to try with your friends!
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Posted on Wednesday, February 24th, 2010 under Scholarships
The University Language Services scholarship contest for international and study abroad students is ending this week!
For those of you who haven’t yet made a submission, now is the time to do it! All entries must be received by Sunday, February 28, 2010.
One grand prize winner will receive a $500 college scholarship, and three runners-up each will receive a $100 scholarship.
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Posted on Monday, February 22nd, 2010 under College Classes, Humor
College courses are usually considered to be the serious (and practical!) building blocks of a student’s chosen career.
However, there are certainly exceptions! Flip through that coursebook. There are likely some hidden gems that you’re unaware of that could add a little variety to your schedule.
We’ve compiled a list of the top 5 strangest classes taught in American colleges. Would you be interested in taking any of these?
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Posted on Friday, February 19th, 2010 under Holidays, Travel
The best spring break destinations are those that are fun, inexpensive and packed with other students.
The mid-March vacation is right around the corner! Make sure you start planning ahead, especially if you’re planning on booking a flight and/or a hotel—they fill up quickly!
To give you some ideas of where to go, we’ve compiled a list of our own personal favorites.
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Posted on Wednesday, February 17th, 2010 under Applying to College, Moving, Off-Campus Housing
Whether you’re an international student or planning on studying locally, it’s important to consider your student housing options.
You can choose to live in college dorms or in an off-campus apartment. Either way, there are plenty of resources that can help you find the right accommodation for you.
Finding comfortable housing is an important part of the college application process. Don’t know how it’s done? Take these steps to find the best option for you.
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Posted on Friday, February 12th, 2010 under Current Events
Today marks the beginning of the 2010 Winter Olympics! In this year’s winter games, there are many young Olympians competing. Some are just as young if not younger than you are!
Think you’ve got it tough in college? Some athletes are still in college and have to balance their rigorous training with academics.
Check out the participating US Olympians that are still in college!
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Posted on Wednesday, February 10th, 2010 under High School, Paying for College
Early college programs used to only be available to affluent, overachieving students who needed a greater challenge than high school could provide. That, however, is changing.
A new early college program is being offered in high schools in N.C., allowing students to earn both their high school diploma and up to two years of college credits.
The best part is–it’s completely free!
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Posted on Monday, February 8th, 2010 under Academics, Testing
In college, students hear a lot of terminology they’re unfamiliar with, particularly test acronyms. It’s tough to keep track of what all of them stand for!
Though you might be familiar with the SAT, there are plenty of other test acronyms you’ll need to know in college.
We’ve compiled a list of seven you should know. Print, thumbtack and keep this list of test acronyms handy!
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Posted on Friday, February 5th, 2010 under Academics, Student Life
Professor relations can be tough for many students. Particularly in a large classroom or lecture hall, it is difficult for a student to feel like they can interact with the professor personally.
There are ways in which you can get to know your professor and improve professor relations to make your experience in the class more rewarding.
Here are several ways in which you can improve your professor relations.
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Posted on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 under News Releases
English to French Valentine’s Day letter translations are now available for only $19.99.
New York– February 3, 2010–- French…the most romantic language in the world. So what’s more romantic than a Valentine’s Day letter in French?
No knowledge of French is necessary—that’s where University Language Services comes in.
This Valentine’s Day, ULS makes it possible to skip the [...]
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Posted on Wednesday, February 3rd, 2010 under Dates to Remember, Testing
We’re a month into the new decade and the new year is in full swing. Have you kept your New Year’s resolution to be more organized?
If you’ve missed any important January dates, don’t let it happen again this month!
Keep this list of important February dates to stay on top of test deadlines–and don’t forget to make those Valentine’s Day plans in advance!
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Posted on Monday, February 1st, 2010 under Holidays, Translation
Looking for a unique Valentine’s Day gift? There’s nothing more romantic than a love letter to your sweetie in French.
Don’t speak French? No worries—we do!
This Valentine’s Day, skip the tired flowers and candy and get creative. Give a unique gift that speaks the language of love…literally. Find out how!
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