It’s perfectly normal to be worried or nervous about heading to college! However, not everyone’s anxieties are the same. Here are three common worries and how you can help deal with the stress. Nervous About Homesickness Are you worried about leaving your parents, your siblings, and your pets at home? Worried you may miss them? …
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What NOT To Do The Summer Before Your Freshman Year of College
You have one more summer before you head off to college! It’s an exciting time and you probably already have a to-do list, whether for school or for fun. However, there are a few things you should not do or forget to do this season. Don’t Slack Off But Don’t Work Too Hard Either Summer …
A Summer Checklist for Graduating Seniors
First off—Congratulations! You’ve made it through high school and all that stands between you and being a college freshman is summer. While you’ve definitely earned some fun in the sun and relaxation time, there’s still some college prep work to do during your break. A Summertime Checklist for Soon-to-be-Freshmen Checklist for High School: Thank any …
If You Want To Play A Sport In College, Register With The NCAA
For a lot of students, playing a sport is more than just a leisure activity. They live and breathe their chosen sport and many consider making it a career. If you are serious about sports and wish to play in college, it is mandatory to first register with the NCAA Eligibility Center. What Is The …
Good Habits to Start a New Semester for High Schoolers
Whether you’re a freshman or a senior in high school, there are always good habits you can take advantage of. You probably have a few good ones already (as well as bad)! However, as you head into a new semester, these are a few good habits you can add to your life and learn from. …
New Year’s Resolution: Good Habits for College Students
A new year, a new semester. As college students start coming back from a relaxing winter break, it’s time to start preparing for spring semester. Many people make new year resolution’s, so add a few college-themed goals to that list to start the year off right! Get a Head Start on Assignments Waiting for the …
How to Maintain a Job While in College Without Sacrificing Your Social Life
It’s not uncommon for college students to have a part-time job on the side to make a little bit of extra cash. For some, maintaining a proper part time job throughout the week and weekend is necessary to make ends meet, or just something that they are passionate about and want to continue. No matter …
4 Colleges with New Year’s Traditions
There’s nothing quite like starting fresh at the beginning of the year. New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holiday. Around the world people count down to midnight on December 31st. While most students are home for the holidays, there are a number of colleges that have some New Year’s traditions of …
6 More Colleges with Heartwarming Holiday Traditions
Though many students travel home for the holiday season, colleges often host heartwarming community events in honor of the many holidays celebrated in winter. From Christmas to Hanukkah and many beyond, here are a few colleges with the holiday spirit! Be sure to check out our first article highlighting some truly spectacular holiday traditions! Texas …
How to Survive Finals Week Before Winter Break
Finals Week. The two words to throw any college student into a spiral of panic, exhaustion, and dread. It is definitely one of the biggest drags about college, but it’s something every student has to suffer through, the culmination of all their hard work and studies. So how do you survive finals week? Especially when …
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