By Kathryn Burgner |
January 24, 2012 – 3:04 pm
The beginning of the semester provides a perfect opportunity to reflect on your successes and how you arrived at them during the past semester. Chances are, you may be thinking about your study methods and how they worked, or didn’t work, for you. Trying new ways of studying this semester might be a great way for you to revamp your academic experiences and boost your GPA!
Whether you want to maintain your awesome GPA or improve it this semester, check out the dos and don’ts for study tips in college:
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By Lydia |
January 17, 2012 – 3:05 pm
Spring semester is rapidly approaching for most college students, with classes starting in the upcoming weeks. Want to pick up some positive habits to help you start your semester off with your best foot forward? Solid organizational skills are the key to success in college. It is essential to learn to effectively juggle responsibilities and deadlines, while managing a fullfilling social life, to achieve what most people would view as a well-rounded bang for your college buck.
Take a look at these tips to stay organized and on top of your educational and extra curricular game. Read More »
By Tori |
January 9, 2012 – 11:02 am
The Spring 2012 semester is here and with it comes a new chance to get more involved on campus! During your four years at school, there are so many different clubs and organizations to join. Here’s a quick overview of some clubs and groups that help get you involved in university life while also having fun!
- Hobbies-based clubs. Do you enjoy knitting, painting, singing or even juggling or people-watching? Colleges have all sorts of clubs and student groups based on the hobbies of the student body. Usually if there isn’t a club you’re interested in, schools are open to creating a group for you! Look into your interests and see if they match up with the groups on your campus this year. Check with your school’s student activities office for more information on what clubs are available and if there will be an activities fair or sign up period at the beginning of the semester. Don’t be shy! Clubs love having new members and probably can’t wait to add you and your talents to their ranks! Read More »
By Lydia |
January 5, 2012 – 7:37 am
It is no myth that college is an expensive four years of your life. After paying your semester costs for tuition and room and board, don’t forget to account for your text books. According to Student Public Interest Research Groups (PIRG), textbook prices increased 22 percent over the last four years, which is more than four times the current rate of inflation.
This semester, don’t take out extra loans to accommodate for your necessary textbook expenses. Instead, take a look at these options to think about and outlets to check out when buying college textbooks at the absolute cheapest prices. Read More »
By Juliet |
December 29, 2011 – 3:03 pm
The promise of new year brings hope of new opportunities, new experiences and new resolutions – and a great reason to celebrate! Despite wishes of growth, greatness and improvement, New Year’s celebrations are notoriously dangerous. Drunk driving and excessive partying are two big issues on New Year’s Eve and can ruin the night for everyone.
Make sure you have a safe and fun New Years Eve by keeping a few things in mind this year!
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By Tori |
December 28, 2011 – 9:35 am
If you’re in college, you’ve probably heard a lot about study abroad. Going abroad means being able to study in a foreign country (and sometimes in a different language) while also having the opportunity to travel, meet new people from around the world and explore a new culture. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime chance to spend some time outside of your everyday college campus–there are study abroad programs across the globe. Even if your college or university does not offer a study abroad program in a place you’d like to see, there’s a high probability that another school does.
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By Jenn |
December 27, 2011 – 9:44 am
With classes, homework, clubs, sports, shows, friends and a bustling social scene, it’s hard to find time for staying healthy when you’re away at school. A lot of sharing happens at college – sharing rooms in the dorms, sharing meals at the dining hall and study space at the library, even sharing drinks at parties – including sharing germs. In such a collaborative atmosphere, germs and illness can spread quickly if you’re not prepared. One of the most common and difficult illnesses to combat during the winter months is influenza, which has a long period of contagiousness – people with the flu can infect others beginning 1 day before they begin to feel symptoms up until 5-7 days after they fall ill. Flu season can be unpredictable, but it usually peaks in January or February just as the spring semester begins, according to the CDC.
Coming down with the flu can interfere with your classes and commitments, so it is best to be prepared. Flu.gov recommends that students stay away from classes and limit interactions with others for “7 days after symptoms begin or after you have been symptom free for 24 hours, whichever is longer.” That’s a long time to be out of class, out of rehearsal or out of practice, and can affect your attendance records, schoolwork and extracurriculars. Falling behind at the beginning of the semester can be disastrous in the end, so make sure you’re prepared.
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By Juliet |
December 22, 2011 – 12:49 pm
The holidays are finally upon us! Most students travel home to reunite with family and friends, and many families travel to come together from all over to celebrate. With Millions of Americans traveling during the holidays, things can definitely get a little complicated. Whether it is the large crowds or the winter weather, it is best to be prepared when planning your holiday trips. This season, the busiest travel days are expected to be between December 21 throughout December 23, December 26 through December 30 and January 2 and 3 as holiday travelers fly home, according to CNN.
Like every year, there is no good way to get around the fact that there will be traffic, and the airports will be packed. This season a projected 43.3 million air travelers will take flight during a 21 day period, according to the Airlines for America. Whether driving to your destination or taking a plane, here are a few steps to making an already hectic season, less hectic:
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By Tori |
December 20, 2011 – 8:00 am
As we inch closer and closer to Christmas, the temperature’s beginning to drop. With December comes freezing cold winter weather and the heating bills that go with it. Whether you’re renting an off-campus apartment close to school or living on-campus in student housing, keeping warm is key. If you’re worried about paying too much for heating or the general safety of your apartment come wintertime, check out some of these helpful tips to save some money and always remain safe and cozy:
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By Juliet |
December 15, 2011 – 10:26 am
If you’re graduating this December, congratulations! What an achievement! Unfortunately, with graduation comes a lot of potentially stressful logistics – finding a job, moving, maybe even applying to grad school. You’ve got a lot on your plate, so maybe you haven’t had a chance to think about what’s happening with your health insurance upon graduation. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered (and can offer you coverage, literally!). Here are some things you should consider when that hard-earned diploma is handed to you.
When your college years come to an end, unfortunately so does the health insurance covered by your school. It is a challenge to walk out of college and into a full time job with health insurance benefits without any interruption in this day and age. Having health insurance is critical since there is no telling when an accident or an illness will occur. Whether you slip and fall on ice or become ill, things can happen that unfortunately are entirely out of your hands. Health insurance is a way to help protect yourself.
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