Posted on Monday, October 24th, 2011 under Choosing a College, On Campus, Student Life
As the movement to go green gains traction in the US, it’s no wonder that bikes are becoming one of the most popular means of transportation on college campuses across the nation.
Since we recently published a blog post on the advantages of riding bikes in college, we thought it only fair to let you know where you can find some of the most bike-friendly campuses in America.
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Posted on Monday, September 26th, 2011 under On Campus, Starting College, Student Life
Extracurricular activities in college go beyond the usual high school student groups, such as yearbook, French Club and orchestra.
While activities such as these certainly have their merits, college student groups are much more diverse and open doors to all sorts of new pursuits, giving you the opportunity to broaden your outlook and find that perfect niche.
We’ve listed just a few of the interesting extracurricular activities you can expect to find on campus. Hopefully you can find one (or more!) that sparks your interest and inspires you to pursue a passion you may not have even known you had.
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Posted on Thursday, September 22nd, 2011 under On Campus, Starting College, Student Life
Once you’ve settled in on campus and college classes have begun, it’s time to start thinking about your social life.
Making new friends and finding your niche in college may seem like a daunting task, but there are many easy ways to meet people on campus and begin paving the way for lifelong friendships.
Here is a list of tips to help you achieve a fulfilling social life on campus.
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Posted on Monday, September 12th, 2011 under Choosing a College, On Campus, Travel
The most beautiful college campuses in the US range from beachside paradises to big-city schools of ivy-covered brick.
While the look of a college campus may not be the most important factor in choosing which school to attend, it is an important consideration, as you will be calling this campus home for the next four years or so.
But not to worry. Whether big or small, rural or urban, modern or reminiscent of Hogwarts, there are beautiful college campuses to suit the tastes of all, and they can be found in every region of the country.
» Read More of 7 of the US’s Most Beautiful College Campuses
Posted on Tuesday, September 6th, 2011 under On Campus, Student Life
These days, bikes are becoming an increasingly popular mode of transportation on many US college campuses.
Though the US, in general, may not be as receptive to the idea of replacing cars with bicycles as many places in Europe, college students across the nation seem to have found considerable value in using bikes to get from point A to point B.
There are a myriad of reasons why college students might choose to ride bikes on campus, from being environmentally conscious to simple personal preference, and hopefully one of them will speak to you.
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Posted on Friday, July 1st, 2011 under On Campus, Student Life
Hearing the term “college traditions” might call to mind stodgy teas with the dean or rowdy football games.
But the crazy college traditions we’ve compiled are way more interesting than that!
From Harley-riding ducks to campus luaus, some college traditions are truly unique.
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Posted on Monday, June 27th, 2011 under On Campus, Student Housing, Student Life
While many college roommates end up becoming lifelong friends, some of us are not quite as lucky.
If you happen to be one of the unlucky bunch and find yourself stuck with a rotten roommate, fear no more!
We’ve compiled a list of 10 strategies to help you cope with your less-than-ideal living situation and come out on top, inspired by my own unfortunate situations with bad college roommates.
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Posted on Wednesday, January 19th, 2011 under On Campus, Student Life
Even if you don’t have your sights set on Capitol Hill, the work it takes to win your student government election can help you gain a variety of valuable skills.
Learning how to be personable, convincing and organized will spruce up your resume and help you out both professionally and personally.
We’ll tell you how to win an election — and how to have fun trying!
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Posted on Friday, December 3rd, 2010 under On Campus, Student Housing
Certain dorm room accessories are absolute must-haves for any college student.
These items can help you make the most of your time in college, both in terms of your academic life and – just as importantly – your social life.
From flip flops to a printer, these ten items should be in every student’s dorm room.
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Posted on Monday, November 15th, 2010 under Campus Correspondents, On Campus, Student Life
Harry Potter’s Hogwarts is vast, majestic, a little gloomy, and most importantly: magical! In other words, it’s one of a kind … or is it?
A student from the University of Pittsburgh begs to differ:
“The lighting is slightly dimmed due to carefully placed lighting fixtures strewn about the room and the surrounding stone architecture. Add in the low-lit hallways bordering the Commons with their Gothic arches that are simply breathtaking … you’ve got it: Hogwarts,” said Juliana Zipay.
Read more of her description of the Cathedral of Learning, a match so close to Hogwarts that you’d assume you need to take a train from Platform 9¾ to get there.
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Posted on Friday, October 22nd, 2010 under Humor, On Campus, Student Life
The best college pranks are far more memorable than any lecture will ever be. And at colleges, there’s no shortage of prank traditions, especially involving seniors preparing to graduate.
A look at the best college pranks in history proves that students can be quite the creative bunch when it comes to funny, original and eye-catching pranks.
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Posted on Friday, September 17th, 2010 under Humor, On Campus, Student Life
Now that you’ve gotten a literal taste of what college is like, we want to know the answer to one important question:
What is the one thing that you will no way, no how eat in your college cafeteria?
Whether it has made you sick or simply made you renounce your college meal plan, we want to hear about it.
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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 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 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.
» Read More of Cars on Campus: To Bring or to Leave Behind?
