Tag Archives: student life

Safe Online Shopping

March 28, 2012 – 9:48 am

Online shopping is fun, convenient, and gives you access to many more options than the stores close to your home.  While I never shopped online much in high school I’ve found that while at college, online shopping is an easy way to get my retail fix without the hassle of leaving campus and the limits [...]

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Brand Yourself!

March 27, 2012 – 9:19 am

Imagine you’ve just finished applying for the perfect job or internship. You want to stand out in a pool of hundreds–possibly thousands–of applicants and an interviewer asks you, “What makes you unique?” A good enough answer could solidify the job and a bad one means you may not have a shot at the position anymore. [...]

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Interview Tips and Tricks

March 23, 2012 – 8:52 am

You researched your ideal job. You’ve submitted your resumé. You sent in your cover letter. You’ve waited for a while and it finally happened–you received that fantastic e-mail asking for an interview. Getting asked back for an interview is great news for anyone applying to a job; someone out there has validated your skills and [...]

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Surviving the Summer Job Search

March 21, 2012 – 9:16 am

Even though some of us have just had (or are about to go on) Spring Break, it’s already that time. Yes, time to start thinking about summer jobs and plans. It’s only March, but most internships, jobs and programs are closing in on their final dates for applications! Not exactly sure what type of job [...]

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College Visits: How to Get the Most Out of Your Trip

March 14, 2012 – 9:04 am

The college admissions and selection process is very important but can also be very stressful.  An essential factor in choosing the right school for you is a campus visit—and knowing a few tips and tricks will leave you with a satisfying trip.  Every school you go to is doing its best to leave you with [...]

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Spring Break: What to Pack

March 1, 2012 – 12:11 pm

Over-packing.  Admit it; we’re all guilty of it at one time or another.  “Just an extra shirt” quickly turns into 5 extra shirts, two more pairs of heels, and next thing you know, you’re lugging two extra suitcases down the runway.  I used to be one of the worst offenders, convinced I needed everything from [...]

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Alternative Spring Breaks

March 1, 2012 – 9:22 am

Spring Break: for many, the first words that come to mind when this phrase is mentioned are partying, tanning, and relaxing.  College spring breaks have been stereotyped in many movies as a week-long party, full of irresponsible decisions and hazy nights.  However, a new trend is emerging that combines a fun trip with giving back [...]

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The Snowiest Schools in the U.S.

February 24, 2012 – 9:09 am

Does your idea of fun involve trekking to class on cross-country skis? How about being able to build a snowman from November until the beginning of April? Want to live close to great skiing and snowboarding? If you answered “yes” to any (or all!) of these questions, this is the perfect college guide for you. [...]

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Loneliness on Campus

February 16, 2012 – 9:08 am

Hopefully you had a great Valentine’s Day and got to spend it with people you love, doing something you love. Holidays like Valentine’s Day, though focused on your loved ones, can also bring about feelings of loneliness. Loneliness is not uncommon on college campuses across the country. If you’re feeling lonely this week, you are [...]

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Best Clubs to Join on Campus

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 [...]

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