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 Friday, December 17th, 2010 under Money, Off-Campus Housing, Student Housing
Finding ways to pay less rent can be a big help when balancing a student budget.
There are many ways for students to lower their rent, from shacking up with responsible rent-paying roommates to cutting deals with landlords.
Check out these surprisingly simple ways to cut back on rent so that there’s more money for everything from textbooks to spring break trips.
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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 Wednesday, December 1st, 2010 under Student Housing, Student Life
College insomnia should really have its own classification in the insomnia world. College students have a unique living situation in so many ways.
For most students, it’s their first time living away from home. That, combined with challenging college-level classes, can make for a lot of stress and sleepless nights.
Check out these simple tricks that will help you sleep at night.
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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, June 16th, 2010 under Choosing a College, On Campus, Student Housing
Ever wish that there existed pet friendly colleges that welcomed not only you, but your four-legged best friend as well? Well they’re out there, and the number continues to grow!
The transition of moving from your parents’ house to a college dorm is often a tough one for students. Having your pet with you, a constant reminder of home and security, is the perfect stepping stone to being on your own. Some colleges make that possible!
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Posted on Monday, April 26th, 2010 under Student Housing, Travel
When traveling abroad, hostels are a great place to stay because they save you money and allow you to meet other travelers. But beware! The best hostels aren’t necessarily the ones you would choose at first glance.
You need something that’s inexpensive, clean, and filled with friendly fellow travelers. Sometimes you get lucky, other times you strike out. Don’t leave it up to chance!
To find the best hostels, you have to know what to look for (as well as what to avoid).
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Posted on Wednesday, January 13th, 2010 under International Students, Student Housing, Study Abroad
If you’re planning your study abroad experience, don’t forget to consider what you will bring as a host family gift!
If you have chose to live with a family during your study abroad experience, it’s important to not come empty-handed.
Gift-giving is a universal gesture of respect and appreciation, especially upon meeting for the first time. You don’t have to spend a fortune! Here are a few ideas for host family gifts.
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Posted on Friday, August 28th, 2009 under On Campus, Student Housing
Decorating dorm rooms with personal touches is a fun way to make your new space away from home feel like your own. Follow these 10 budget-friendly tips to give your dorm room personal flair without breaking the bank.
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