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ADA service animals are allowed on college campuses.
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Service Animals on College Campuses

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022
Some people require animals in order to navigate college (and life). Dorms, apartments, and classrooms, among other public places often allow these animals. Before we get started on what is needed to bring your service animal to college, let’s break down the two major groups of personal service animals: Service Animals (SA) These animals (generally …
Many students end up living arrangements outside of dorms after freshman year, such as in apartments.
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Different Kinds of Living Arrangements in College

By Allison WignallLast updated on December 22, 2022
Often one of the first thoughts upon entering college as a freshmen concerns dorms—how to decorate them, wondering if such a small space is really enough, thinking about closet-space and the tiny beds, and so on. Most freshmen spend their first year in dorms. But what about sophomore year? If you loved your dorm experience, …
How do colleges get students voting?
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How Colleges Encourage Students to Vote

By Maria Andreina FernandezLast updated on December 22, 2022
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 …
Here are some ways an introvert in college can make friends
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Are You an Introvert? Ways to Make Friends in College

By Rose ScottLast updated on December 22, 2022
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 …
Colleges are offering more learning disability resources.
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6 College Resources for Students with Learning Disabilities

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on January 24, 2025
Colleges want all of their students to succeed. Just like high schools, colleges and universities in the United States have resources for students with disabilities, including learning disabilities. From note-taking services to extended time on tests, exact services can depend on the school in question. Below, we’ve outlined six examples of college resources for students …
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Pros and Cons of Greek Life on Campus

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on June 4, 2024
Key Takeaway Joining the Greek community is a popular way that many students choose to get involved on their college campus every year. While Greek life can provide social connections and networking opportunities, it can also come with potential drawbacks such as social limitations and unhealthy behaviors. Before deciding to join a fraternity or sorority, …
Get involved with a student organization!
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How to Get the Most Out of Your Student Organization at College

By Laura DavisonLast updated on December 22, 2022
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 …
Art Basel, one of the best art shows, has multiple colleges near it.
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Colleges Near the Nation’s Best Art Shows

By Gwyneth FindlayLast updated on December 22, 2022
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 …

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