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Entering high school can be overwhelming; you’ll have far more options and opportunities and greater expectations. The choices you make through high school will have an impact on your future education. It is essential to choose wisely both classes and extracurricular activities so that you...
One of the most popular activities a student can participate in during their college career is athletics. College athletes make up a large population of each university. Students all over the country are recruited by colleges at different levels depending on multiple factors. The levels include...
Journalists are writers who strive to provide unbiased, candid information and news through varying media communications outlets. These writers seek to communicate information through radio, magazines, and television. As the digital age of media and technology is becoming more advanced, consumers...
College credit internships are an excellent way to prepare for entering the job market after graduation. Internships allow you to test drive your career while still in college so that you'll be ready to jump right into your first full-time gig by graduation. Not only do they put you ahead of your...
As any parent can tell you, the college application process can be one of the most challenging and stressful periods a student and parent will ever experience. It's only natural to want to help your child as much as possible throughout this process. But, as much as parents want to be involved in...
As society becomes more reliant on technology, the field of computer science continues to expand. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects that employment in computer and information technology roles will grow 13% between 2020 and 2030. Now is the ideal time to enroll in a computer...
According to College Factual, public health was the 27th most popular major in the US during the 2019-2020 school year. It’s easy to see why this major has become so popular recently; public health majors work to protect and advance healthcare initiatives locally and globally. These...
How important are extracurricular activities for college anyway? Does your future employer care about whether you were a notetaker for students with physical or learning disabilities, president of the student union, or the football team's mascot? 100% yes. Are there activities that look...
Whether Greek life is for you is a question many college students ask themselves. Pledging a fraternity or sorority has undeniable benefits and considerable pitfalls.
Let's dig into the Greek life landscape for an aerial view.
Pros and Cons of Greek Life
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Setting yourself up for graduating with honors and the Dean's list achievement every semester means having an uncompromising work ethic.
Pack these 5 study methods with your ramen noodles and XL twin sheets.
Study Tools For College Students
If you’re anything like I was in...
Having a physical or learning disability requires calculated college planning help. It can be discouraging when disability-friendly campuses aren’t always as visible as a college's degree programs or Greek life.
Challenges Finding Accessibility in College
To find welcoming colleges...
Nearly every college freshman encounters a few surprises as they adjust to college life. Understanding the most common challenges can make the transition to college life go more smoothly for both students and their parents.
Some common freshmen challenges include:
Academics
Even...
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