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student life

5 Fantastic Floor Lamps for College Dorms

Let’s face it—those ceiling fluorescent lights that are standard fixtures most dorm rooms are just plain ugly. They do nothing to add to the ambiance of the room and are not the ideal lighting either for when you need to study or get ready for an event. These 5 floor lamps look great in any …
what's in my backpack
student life

What’s In My Backpack: 10 Must-Have Supplies

It pays to be prepared…for anything. Of course, as a student you know you’ll need a laptop, notebooks, textbooks, pens, and other supplies related to your academics, but that shouldn’t be all that’s in your backpack! There are actually quite a few items that can come in handy, and should be kept in your bag …
Students on Northwestern's campus -- wondering "what's the best college for me?"
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How To Narrow Your College Choices Fast

Creating a shortlist of colleges to apply to and then narrowing down that list takes some time. Ideally, you should start your search for potential colleges while you are in your junior year, if not sooner. May 1st is the deadline for selecting your college, and it’s fast approaching. You might need to narrow your …
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student life

6 Decorative Magnet Options For Your Dorm Room

One of the nice things about college is that you can decorate your dorm or apartment however you want. Using a magnet is a great way to show off your style while keeping yourself organized. Here are 6 great decorative magnets we’ve found that we’re sure you’ll love. Power Pins Assorted Color Push Pin Magnets …
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student life

5 Great Wallets for College Students

Wallets are a must have for anyone, but college students may have a hard time finding the perfect one that fits their school ID, driver’s license, debit cards, credit cards, cash, gift cards, and everything else you need without taking up too much room in their pocket or bookbag. Check out these five to see …
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5 Benefits Of Going To A College Fair

If you are in the process of searching for colleges, you should take the time to attend at least one college fair. It’s a great place to learn more about the colleges you’re interested in and talk to people with first-hand experience. By attending, you can better cultivate an ideal college list. Here are 5 …

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