Posted on Friday, July 30th, 2010 under Academics
Participating in a college honors program can help students in many ways, from giving them broader access to different classes to adding a little extra punch to the post-grad resume.
Honors programs in college are very different from the honors program you might have taken part in during high school, however, and the decision to enter an honors program shouldn’t be taken lightly.
If you are considering a college honors program, you need to be prepared to do more than just make the grades. Ask yourself these five questions to help determine if it’s the right choice for you.
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Posted on Wednesday, July 28th, 2010 under Starting College, Student Life
If you are starting college classes this fall, congratulations!
A world of experience lies ahead of you. You’ll get your first taste of independence, read masterpieces of literature and meet a slew of new friends.
We want to know — what are you looking forward to most? Here’s your chance to tell us!
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Posted on Monday, July 26th, 2010 under Student Life
Are you worried about making your class schedule in college?
After high school, the process of selecting your own classes may seem a little overwhelming. When are they offered? Are there any conflicting time slots? Is the class full? Don’t fret — it’s not as hard as you think!
With a little planning, you’ll have a great class schedule that will give you plenty of time to go to class, study, and even go to a party here and there. Here’s how to choose a great class schedule in college.
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Posted on Friday, July 23rd, 2010 under Student Life
Joining a sorority or fraternity, though not for everyone, can be a very rewarding and exciting addition to college life.
It’s a great way to get to know other students with common interests, be a part of an academic support system, and get involved with campus activities, leadership opportunities and community service.
Curious about joining a sorority or a fraternity, but don’t know where to begin? Here’s how to enter Greek life.
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Posted on Wednesday, July 21st, 2010 under On Campus, Student Life
The more aware you are of the resources available to students in your college, the more likely you are to take advantage of them and get the most out of your college experience.
Taking advantage of the resources available to you is not only a great way to get involved in your college community, but also a great way to save money, get medical attention, and get help with any studies you might be having trouble with.
Want to know how? Here’s a list of college resources with which you should be familiar.
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Posted on Monday, July 19th, 2010 under Graduation
Recently graduated high school or college? You’re probably just now realizing that high school graduation movies (however brilliant they may be) are not always accurate depictions of real life.
But ultimately, who cares?
We love graduation movies not for their reality, but perhaps for just the opposite. Here’s a list of our six favorite graduation movies and the reasons why we love them.
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Posted on Friday, July 16th, 2010 under Money, Paying for College, Scholarships
As if filling out the FAFSA the first time wasn’t bad enough, renewing it on the web can be just as confusing.
What are the deadlines? What updated information do you need to get from your parents? What happens if your submission is late?
Rest assured that renewing your FAFSA is simpler and more efficient than the initial process of filling out the form. Check out some top FAQs for answers to all your FAFSA renewal questions.
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Posted on Wednesday, July 14th, 2010 under Internships, Jobs, On Campus
You’ve probably walked by your college or university’s career counseling offices many times since you started school. But have you ever actually taken the time to step inside? Probably not -– I know I never did!
Let’s be honest: most college kids are too busy trying to keep up with school and maintain a social life to worry about their post-college career, especially during the first three years of school when post-grad life seems like its eons away.
But it’s never too early to take advantage of your school’s career counseling services. Check out these five fantastic ways that career counseling can help you.
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Posted on Monday, July 12th, 2010 under Internships, Jobs, Summer
Unpaid student internships may seem like a waste of time. After all, why bother working for free when you can get a paying job?
But what you may not have considered is the fact that a good internship (paid or unpaid) can have a hugely positive impact on your life both during and after school.
Here are five reasons why unpaid internships are worth the time and trouble.
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Posted on Friday, July 9th, 2010 under Translation
Although the fields of translation and interpreting are becoming more and more important, it is an area in which a small percentage of younger professionals work.
Why? The lack of BA degree programs available in both fields. Find out how Northwestern College in Iowa is attempting to change that around.
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Posted on Wednesday, July 7th, 2010 under Academics, Current Events
You might be surprised to learn that college presidents’ salaries are, as a rule, quite high –- like six-figures, ranging into the millions, high.
Every college and university has a college president but do you even know the name of yours? Odds are that you won’t even have any contact with your college’s president until graduation day, when he or she will make some sort of inspiring send-off speech to the cap and gown crowd.
So just what does a college president do to warrant that hefty paycheck? Which ones get paid the most? Do they deserve so much money? Read on to find out, and decide for yourself.
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Posted on Friday, July 2nd, 2010 under Paying for College, Student Life
Are you freaking out about college costs? Here’s a new corner you might be able to cut. Renting, instead of buying, college textbooks can save you a ton of cash.
As many of you college students know, (expensive) textbooks often become worthless after the semester is complete. A new edition, a different requirement or simple wear and tear can make your $100+ textbook worth nothing! There’s a simple solution.
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