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Athletes practicing for college basketball season.
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When Does College Basketball Start?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
The 2022-23 college basketball season will start on November 7th. If you’re a fan and can’t wait for the season to begin, here are some things you need to know about the upcoming year! When Does the College Basketball Season Start? The upcoming men’s college basketball regular season will begin on November 7th, 2022 with …
Typical Student Schedule Template.
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How to Make the Best Class Schedule

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
In college, you have the complete freedom of choosing the classes you take at the time that works best for you. Building a class schedule that works well with your personal and professional life is the ultimate key to a successful college career. You want to make sure you’re adding time blocks in, so you’re …
White flowers in front of a University of Central Arkansas campus building.
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When Do Spring Classes Start for College?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Although “spring” is usually in the term “spring semester,” spring classes actually tend to start in January. Here’s everything you need to know about these classes when you can expect the semester to end, and whether or not it’s a good idea to start your college year in the spring. When do Spring Classes Start …
Athlete with name image likeness.
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What is Name, Image, and Likeness?

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Name, image, and likeness is the term used by the NCAA to refer to a student-athlete and their identifiable factors that make the individual unique. Here’s what you need to know about the term, how it came about, and how student-athletes can now use their name, image, and likeness to earn money. What is Name, …
Student making an easy meal.
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Easy to Make Meals for College Students

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
Now that you’ve been living on your own, you have probably come to a sad realization – feeding yourself is expensive! You may have wondered why you couldn’t talk your parents into going out to eat more often when you were younger; you probably didn’t realize it was in the name of frugality. Food is …
Moving into your college dorm is very exciting!
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What Does an RA Do in College?

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
A resident assistant (RA) holds a long list of responsibilities in the residential halls of your college. RAs are also students at the college but are usually in the later years of the undergraduate degree or they are graduate students. Resident assistants are there to enforce school policies in the living spaces, put together social …
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Top College Dorm Essentials

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
College is just around the corner so if you haven’t started your back-to-school or back-to-dorm shopping, now is the time to get a jump on shopping for your college dorm essentials! Shopping for your college dorm or apartment can be overwhelming. Your focus should be on your course load and classes when you first come …
The color most commonly found in nature, green represents balance, harmony, peace, and rest.
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8 Great Eco Friendly Colleges

By Hilary CairnsLast updated on December 21, 2022
Sustainability and other eco-friendly strategies are more important than ever. From recycling to solar energy to lower carbon footprints, there are plenty of ways colleges have started to ramp up their approach to being “green.” So, what are some of the schools that are focusing more on green and eco-friendly solutions and strategies? Here are …
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7 Types of College Clubs

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
College is the perfect time to branch out and try new things. But where do you start? Joining college clubs is the easiest way to meet new people, network, and even develop a new hobby. You never know who you will meet when you join a college club which could help you with job opportunities …
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7 Great Biology Research Topics

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 21, 2022
Biology research covers the study of the origin, development, evolution, anatomy and physiology of all living organisms and their environment. This includes plants, animals, human beings, and the environment. If this is a field you’re interested in, you’ll find a vast array of biology research topics that you can choose from. The biggest challenge? Identifying …