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14 Hidden Microsoft Programs College Students Should Be Using

By G. John ColeLast updated on December 22, 2022

Teaching computer skills is something of a Sisyphean task. If you’re not familiar with the myth of Sisyphus, he was a king in Greek mythology who was sentenced to push a stone boulder up a hill for all eternity. Every time he reached the top, the boulder would roll back down to the bottom and …

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3 Things High-Achieving College Students Do During Summer Break

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

Many students look forward to relaxing, traveling, and doing everything else but working or studying during vacation. However, high achieving college students do things slightly differently. They make long term plans and use their vacation time doing things that will give them a competitive edge when it is time to look for a job. Here …

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Tips for taking summer classes in college: A complete guide

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on January 23, 2026

Key takeaways Many students choose to take summer classes to get a head start on earning credits while they work, while others choose them to catch up on academic work and ensure they graduate on time. Summer classes may be shorter, lasting between two and six weeks, while others are longer, lasting up to 10 …

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4 MORE Great TED Talks for College Students

By Liz SkogerboeLast updated on December 22, 2022

We’ve got another post with great TED Talks for college students. If you haven’t had a chance yet, check out our first post, where we feature another 4 amazing TED talks for college students that you can learn a lot from. Why Some of Us Don’t Have One True Calling—Emilie Wapnick Emilie Wapnick is a career …

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How to Stay Safe While Using Campus Wi-Fi

By Amelia DermottLast updated on December 22, 2022

Campus Wi-Fi can be a godsend when you’re catching up with work (or your latest Netflix addiction) in between lectures. And it can even help you get better grades. Many universities offer free, high-speed internet connections throughout college grounds. But is a college Wi-Fi connection really all that safe? There are definitely some risks involved …

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Why Students Drop Out of College: How to do it Right (If You Must)

By College Raptor StaffLast updated on December 22, 2022

College is a huge investment in terms of both time and money. No student begins college with the intention of giving up and dropping out. Unfortunately, despite their best intentions, some students drop out of college. Knowing the most common reasons college students quit school can help you be more aware of the pitfalls and …

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Why You Should Consider Taking Summer Classes

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

While the prospect of a relaxing summer sounds delightful, it might be time to consider summer courses. Internships and jobs are important to consider as well. Each course of action has its own pros and cons. Here are a few reasons to think about the choice of summer classes. Taking summer classes during college In …

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How to Successfully Pass College Finals and Get a Summer Internship

By Ashley KorneeLast updated on December 22, 2022

Finals! Yes, they’re scary. Yes, they’re intimidating. Fortunately, they’re not impossible. You can pass your final exam. All it takes is some steps to make your exam learning a little easier and a little less frightening. Even better, if you get your final exam done well then you’ll be in a much better position for …

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Staying Calm While Making the Shift to College

By Jim RaychrudhuryLast updated on December 22, 2022

Choosing a college is a huge milestone in one’s life and therefore—it can be rather stressful. According to Medical Daily, a lot of high school graduates experience symptoms of the burn-out syndrome and they find it extremely hard to stay calm due to a lot of pressure they feel. If you too are a freshman-to-be, …

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Throwing a Graduation Party with College in Mind

By Ellen AndersenLast updated on December 22, 2022

It’s easy to get excited about your high school graduation and graduation party, and why shouldn’t you be? You’ve put in four years of effort for this moment. Enjoy it, savor it, but keep in mind that if you’re going to college in the fall, there are some ways to plan ahead. Save any monetary …