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5 Reasons Why You Should Join a Student Organization

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

Involve yourself with what’s going on on campus and make new friends through a student organization! They often offer leadership opportunities, learning experiences, and environments to network with professionals. Here are five great benefits of joining student organizations: Better Grades and Time Management While you may think that keeping up with your classes is going …

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Are There Any Resources for First-Generation College Students?

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

The answer is yes! In the world of higher education, about 30% of all students are first-generation, meaning they are the first in their family to attend a college. Because they are a large portion of students today, colleges and universities need to have resources available for them. First-Generation Scholarships There are many scholarships out …

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Don’t Even Try It: Excuses Your Teachers Have Already Heard

By Rose ScottLast updated on December 22, 2022

“My dog ate my homework” just doesn’t work like it used to. If educators were asked to write down every student’s poor excuses to explain why an assignment hadn’t been accomplished, it would definitely be a bestseller series of one hundred fantasy books able to compete even with our beloved Harry Potter novels. It seems …

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Why You Should Search for a College Based on Your Number One Factor

By Gwyneth FindlayLast updated on December 22, 2022

Many of us have sat down with a stack of college mail, a dozen web browser tabs, and a mental checklist of what makes a perfect school: Dad wants me to choose a local college, so I can come home on weekends. Mom thinks I should look for cultural diversity because there’s no better time to …

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How to Balance Your Budget and Social Life

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

There’s nothing more frustrating than constantly telling your friends that you can’t go out with them. Going out to eat, going to movies, going shopping: All of these things require you to dip into your savings. This means that if you want to be able to say yes to going out every once in a …

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5 Things Freshman Should Do Their First Week of College

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

Starting off on the right foot at college is important for staying on track. Here are a few tips for freshmen to consider doing during their first week of college. Be Prepared Make sure you have all the materials you need for your upcoming coursework. Show up to class with pens, pencils, notebooks, maybe a …

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5 Ways To Measure A College’s Academic Prowess

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on August 2, 2024

You know a great college atmosphere when you see it. Vibrant student life. Proven athletic teams. Lively events. But when it comes to the quality of education, how do you quantify a school’s academic prowess? This can be a little challenging if only the signs are not very obvious. However, if you know what to …

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Parents: Your Nest is Empty, Now What?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on July 1, 2024

For many parents and guardians, sending the last child to college can be a tough transition. While this time can be new and daunting, it is also a chance for you and your student to navigate new lifestyles. There are many things you can do to help your student adjust to and enjoy college. And …

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What I Wish I’d Known Before College: Major and Career Exploration

By Laura DavisonLast updated on December 22, 2022

The Childhood Dream Job Since the age of ten, I had always wanted to be an elementary school teacher. I loved being around children and the idea of working in a creative environment. Throughout middle and high school, I would daydream about how I would decorate. How I would set up my own classroom and …

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Opportunities You Shouldn’t Pass Up in College

By Maria Andreina FernandezLast updated on December 22, 2022

College will open the doors to a whole plethora of opportunities you never even considered before. Not only will you meet tons of new and interesting people, but you’ll also have the option to be a part of things like student organizations and clubs. Take advantage of the amazing opportunities and resources provided by the …