Hilary Cairns

Hilary Cairns is a graduate of SUNY New Paltz and has a BA in English/Creative Writing. She's an established freelance writer who also has a hand in marketing, social media, and editing for various businesses across the United States.
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Scholarships for Marketing Majors

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Marketing is a fairly popular major. Therefore, it has quite a few scholarships for students trying to get a degree in the field. If you’re planning on majoring in marketing, you definitely want to do some research into any scholarships available. Below are three marketing major scholarships you need to check out. AGCO Corporation FFA …
Overcome these common fears freshmen have about college.
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Common Fears About College and How to Overcome Them

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
There’s no doubt that college is a big step and a life-changing one. It can be jarring for quite a lot of freshman! Don’t worry though; you’re not alone in your fears. These are only a few common fears incoming college students have. Fear of Change College is change. You’ll be living in a new …
Here's what the week before your freshman year should look like
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What Your Week Before Freshman Year Move-In Should Look Like

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
The week before your first year at college can be extremely stressful. After all, it’s a life changing move! On top of that, you have plenty to do before you’re ready for your move-in day. Here are a few things you should be doing the week prior to heading to your new college. Read the College’s …
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Scholarships for International Studies Majors

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
Starting your scholarship search as soon as possible is always a major bonus to your efforts. If you’re planning on majoring in international studies or something similar, these three scholarships are a great place to start. The Truman Scholarship Amount: $30,000 Deadline: 11:59 pm in your time zone, on the first Tuesday in February. The …
Make college care packages for your homesick student!
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How to Make a Home Care Package for Your College Student

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
After a few weeks of college, many students can start feeling quite homesick, especially if they go to a school far away from home. These are where home care packages come in! Here are some things you should include in their college care packages: Their Favorite Treats Everyone has a favorite snack, candy, or food. …
There are some things you should NOT do during the first week of school.
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What NOT To Do First Week of Freshman Year

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 22, 2022
As the countdown begins for your freshman year of college, you’re going to be hearing a lot of advice from a lot of different people. Some of it is good, some of it is great, and some you should avoid like the plague! Most of that advice will encompass your entire college career. However, your …