Posted on Monday, August 30th, 2010 under Student Life
A recent study published in the Journal of College Student Retention claims that active Facebook users are more likely to stick it out through their college careers than less active Facebook users.
Seems counterintuitive, doesn’t it?
We thought so and decided to do some research of our own. So all you students out there, tell us: how much time do you spend on Facebook?
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Posted on Friday, August 27th, 2010 under Student Life
Participating in extracurricular activities is not only a great way to meet people with similar interests, but also a great addition to your resume.
Before you start worrying about finding a job, think about which extracurricular activities are right for you. Want to highlight your interest in writing? Join the school newspaper. Interested in social work? Get involved with a community service program. Get the idea?
After-class hobbies are great ways to get your foot in the door of your passion — and hopefully your career! Here’s how to choose the extracurricular activities that suit you best.
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Posted on Wednesday, August 25th, 2010 under Starting College, Student Life
Now that you’re no longer living under your parents’ roof, a lot of the rules that used to apply to you no longer do! Does that sound like a relief? Not to some.
Many students cling to their parents when they first begin college and never learn to be independent.
Don’t let that person be you! Here is a list of things not to do in order to have a healthy relationship with your parents in college.
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Posted on Monday, August 23rd, 2010 under Starting College, Student Life
Knowing how to succeed in college isn’t as easy as you may think. College is a whole different ballgame than high school — and the rules certainly change!
When I first started college, the transition wasn’t exactly a smooth one. I was overwhelmed with the different class structures, the amount of freedom I was granted and the course loads.
But eventually I got the hang of it! Learning how to succeed in college doesn’t just mean studying for your exams and making it to class on time. Here are 6 secrets I learned along the way.
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Posted on Friday, August 20th, 2010 under Moving, Student Housing
For many college students, the next two weeks are crunch time. No, it’s not finals, but it’s time to pack up and head back to school.
Whether you are thinking about decorating your first dorm room or you’ve escaped the white dorm walls for your own off-campus pad, decorating can break the bank if you’re not careful.
Here are 5 ways to keep the cost of decorating your new digs right-sized.
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Posted on Wednesday, August 18th, 2010 under College Rankings
Which schools top the charts in the US, and why?
Every year, the US News and World Report’s college rankings try to determine which schools are the best, based on graduation rates, test scores and opinions of college presidents.
Want to know which schools made the grade? Here’s the list of the top 25 colleges in the country according to the US News and World Report.
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Posted on Monday, August 16th, 2010 under On Campus, Student Life
Whether they’re tucked into Ugg boots, underneath winter jackets or paired with a tank top, pajama pants are a staple of college attire. But should it be?
Personally, it’s one of my biggest pet peeves.
But hey, that’s just me. Many students seem to think that wearing pajamas to class is not a faux pas at all. Here are the pros and cons of donning your nightie to Biology 101.
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Posted on Friday, August 13th, 2010 under Off-Campus Housing, Student Life
Living with a roommate can be a fantastic experience. Whether you’re living in a college dorm or sharing an off-campus apartment, living with a roommate can teach you to have respect for people’s personal space, to do your own laundry, and to be financially responsible.
There are, however, the exceptions.
Every once in a while, you’ll get stuck with a roommate who makes your life absolutely miserable. Although living with the roommate from hell is terrible, it sure makes for a good story in retrospect! Here are a few roommate horror stories we collected from our readers.
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Posted on Wednesday, August 11th, 2010 under Starting College
College is starting sooner than you think. Are you worried about making mistakes during your first semester?
Relax! I’ve got a list of 10 mistakes that I made during my own first semester of college. Learn from these (many) blunders, and you’ll be just fine!
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Posted on Monday, August 9th, 2010 under Internships, Jobs
While many college students are aware of the benefits of internships, very few young interns know how to make the most of the intern experience.
If you want to get ahead of the pack and really maximize the benefits of your internship, it will require more effort than simply showing up for work each day!
These six surprising tricks of the trade will help you make a great impression on your employers and receive the best letter of recommendation you could hope for!
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Posted on Friday, August 6th, 2010 under Moving, On Campus, Orientation
The first week of college is right around the corner. It also happens to be the time during which you get acquainted with your surroundings, begin classes, and make a lot of first impressions. Pretty busy, huh?
Starting college can be quite a shock to your system — you will finally come head to head with all your expectations and trepidations!
Here’s a list of 8 things to do when you start college that will help keep you afloat and make the transition from high school into college a little smoother.
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Posted on Wednesday, August 4th, 2010 under Choosing a College, College Rankings
Have you been anxiously awaiting the Princeton Review’s list of the top 20 party schools of 2011? Well, it’s finally out! Check out which schools made the notorious list and see if your college is on it.
Also, find out how the list is determined and what it means to attend a school ranked for the best party scene. It may not be what you expected!
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Posted on Monday, August 2nd, 2010 under Moving, On Campus
Cars on campus can be both convenient and a pain in the you-know-what.
Which of the two it happens to be for you depends on a lot of things — where your college is located, what the college rules on cars are, and how much money you can afford to spend taking care of it.
Find out the general policy schools have about cars on campus, as well as some tips for those who decide that bringing a car to school is a good idea.
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