Attending college orientation can be exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time, but plenty of students will be in your shoes. You’re all in this together. There are plenty of things to do during this event. Here are 5 things all students should do at their college orientation: Participate There are going to be a …
Things to Discuss with Your Freshman Roommate Before College Starts
Whether you’re excited to have a freshman roommate or you’re dreading it, there are a few things you two (or three) should go over before the school year starts. Here are some handy discussion topics: Get to Know Each Other An email, text, or social media message describing a bit about yourself can help break …
Get to Know Your College Campus Resources
College is a big change from high school. Some students may find it difficult to get used to being away from home for such a long time, while others may have difficulty making the adjustment to more demanding college academics. Still others may experience difficulties because of their orientation, race, or socioeconomic background. Colleges understand …
Great Gifts for College-Bound Students
Whether as graduation presents or good-luck gifts, there are a number of items helpful for the college-bound student. Here are just a few of them: Noise-Canceling Headphones Useful for drowning out noise so students can study, or roommate’s snoring so they can sleep, noise-canceling headphones can help students focus by making the world around them …
College Packing List Overview
You’ve received your college acceptance letter and the countdown to your first semester has begun. The only left to do is to pack your suitcases. Packing up to go off to college can be daunting. There are so many things you want to take along with you but you have to be careful not to …
FAQs About College Orientation
College orientation is essentially your introduction to college life. At your college orientation you will get to meet other students, familiarize yourself with the campus, and ease the transition from the high school to college. What happens at orientation? Every college may structure orientation differently but essentially the day is organized in a way that …
How To Avoid Packing Too Much for Freshman Year of College
As you enjoy the summer before your freshman year of college, you should also remember that there are a few things you need to be thinking about. One of those is “what to pack.” However, one of the big problems students make is packing too much. There are a few ways to avoid that. Make …
FAQ About Preparing For Freshman Year
The summer before freshman year of college can be a stressful time, and you no doubt have questions about what to do and what to expect. Here are some of those frequently asked questions answered. How Much Should I Pack? This is a common problem for freshman students who tend to pack too little or …
How To Throw a Great Grad Party
Now that your high school graduation is on the horizon, you probably feel like throwing a grad party! Congratulations! If you’re looking to host one, here are some tips to make sure it’s great. Plan Ahead One of the biggest aspects of throwing a grad party, or any party really, is planning ahead. However, when …
Why You Should Follow Your College on Social Media
There are many things soon-to-be-freshman should do before their first year of college starts. One of those things should be to follow their college on social media. Here’s why: Keep Up to Date on News Nowadays, social media platforms are where many people get their news. Whether it’s a trending topic, or updates from pages …
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