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It’s presidential election year and I bet you didn’t know it. Just kidding, who doesn’t know it? It’s pretty hard to ignore the election process because it is the main topic throughout the whole year. Colleges and universities, especially, are places where ignoring the situation becomes especially hard. Professors talk about it, students discuss what …

As an introvert in college, some of my teachers strongly recommended me to acquire extroverted characteristics so that I could more easily make friends and land jobs. Did I follow it? Well, frankly speaking, I made a few attempts, but most of them were doomed to fail and you know why? I was, and I …

Years ago, colleges often didn’t consider learning disabilities. Today, thanks to research and improvement in general knowledge, we know how to accommodate students of all abilities and make the classroom more accessible to all. Colleges offer learning disability resources such as: Note-taking services There are note-takers in every class. Sometimes, the university’s Office of Disability …

One of the many interesting experiences that students can have during college is the Greek life. Joining a fraternity or sorority is giving the students a taste of how an independent organization from the educational institute can be managed. Many believe that such a community is a window to the adult world, so consequently this teaches students about …

Most college campuses these days have an office devoted to how students can plan for and pursue careers after their time as students. While the nitty-gritty details of these offices likely change from campus to campus, the overall purpose remains the same. Not many students visit their career center before graduation. They then feel left …

Academic advisors (sometimes called college counselors) are one of the greatest resources for college students. Libraries can help with research projects, writing centers can help with essays, academic advisors can help with your entire college career—from classes, to programs, to career prep. Here are a few tips and tricks to meeting with a college academic …

Whether you are considering joining a student organization or are currently involved in one, it is important to take advantage of the many benefits and opportunities that they have to offer. A common misconception is that it is enough to simply join a student organization without actually doing anything, but that is not true. While …

Visual art shows bring a city to life. Artists from across the country—and around the world—bring their latest and greatest masterpieces. A sprawling display of myriad styles takes over the ho-hum or ordinary city life. The population swells as eager visitors converge upon vibrant creations of shape, texture, and color. Food trucks and local caterers …

It’s that time of the year again–back to school! The first few weeks of college can be exciting for anyone, freshmen and seniors alike, because they are lots of things going on. New roommates, student organization fairs, fun campus events, and most importantly–loads of FREE STUFF! That one four-letter word is like music to the ears …

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 …