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5 of the Smartest Players in NFL History

By Hilary CairnsPublished on January 30, 2023
When you watch football, you see a majority of players have a solid understanding of the game, of course – they have to! And many of them have been to and graduated from college with degrees. But how do they stack up in intelligence off the field? Keep reading to learn about some of the …
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How to Set and Meet Realistic Educational Goals

By College Raptor StaffPublished on January 26, 2023
If you look at all successful college students, you’ll see one thing in common. They have educational SMART goals! Setting realistic goals while you’re in college will help you stay on track and help you reach career goals after you graduate! Here are some realistic and effective goals for students to improve their academic skills …
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20 Interesting Black History Month Facts

By College Raptor StaffPublished on January 24, 2023
February celebrates Black History Month, but do you know the people who paved the way? From Toni Morrison and Gabby Douglas to Harriet Tubman and George Washington Carver, we’re here to celebrate the influence that all these people have on American culture and more importantly, African American culture. Here are some interesting Black History Month …
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5 Cool New EdTech Platforms and Trends

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on February 6, 2023
Online learning has exploded in popularity over the past year as people of all ages are recognizing its many benefits. Thanks to new EdTech trends, the online education segment has diversified and expanded, making online learning more personalized, convenient, and comfortable. Anyone who wants to learn just about anything can choose a format of learning …
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30 Motivational Quotes for College Students

By College Raptor StaffPublished on January 11, 2023
Are you feeling down while you’re in college? Don’t worry, you’re not alone and we have all been there. Whether you’ve failed a class, didn’t do well on your test, or just missed home, it can be difficult to have extra motivation throughout the semester. Here are some of our favorite motivational and inspiring quotes …
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4 Interesting Educational Trends

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 5, 2023
Education trends are constantly evolving to meet the needs of the time. We’ve seen marked shifts in education trends over the past twenty to thirty years. As we enter 2023, it’s interesting to take a look at current trends in education and how they came about.  4 Current Education Trends   1. Focus On Soft Skills  …
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What is the Difference Between Fall and Spring Semester?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 28, 2022
When looking at a college calendar, you likely will notice that they have Fall Semester and Spring Semester start and end dates. But what are the differences between these two periods of time, and how does it affect your college education? We’ll run through the differences between the fall and spring semesters so you can …
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5 Reasons Students Transfer Colleges?

By Hilary CairnsPublished on December 28, 2022
While many college students start and graduate from the same college or university, this isn’t the case for all! Some students have reasons to transfer colleges at certain points in their education. Some factors, like, they may find the college isn’t for them, their finances or changed, or transferring was always a part of their …