You’re almost there! It’s your final year, and you want to make the most of it by seizing all the social, career, and life opportunities that you can. We help you to set yourself up for success in the real world while still enjoying every minute of your college experience.
You’re on campus now. You’re having a great time, learning the rhythm of the school, and finding your place. But have you visited a college advisor yet? You’ve probably heard the term, and someone might have explained it to you. However, there’s a lot more to college advising than it may seem. Here, I review […]
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It’s Winter Break! Christmas and other holidays have passed, and you finally have time to think about what you want to do before returning to school. Whether you want to make the most of this Winter Break or you want to plan ahead for your next one, here are some ways to make Winter Break productive. #1:
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Finals week is coming up, and with it comes a mountain of stress. Vacation is right around the corner, so close that you can almost taste it. Before you can relax too much, however, you have to finish out strong. Not to worry! Here are nine easy-to-implement strategies to help you master your finals. #1:
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At one point or another in your college career, you might wonder whether or not you should take community college classes. The idea might seem like it’s intimidating, a waste of time, or more hassle. It certainly can be frustrating to have one more thing cutting into your breaks, or one more thing adding to
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In my experience, the people who excelled the most in college weren’t necessarily the smartest people, but they were the ones who figured out how to manage their time well. There is no perfect method for time management in college, as everyone’s brain works a bit differently. Your first semester is the perfect time to
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College graduation came and passed a few months ago, and now you’re navigating life post-graduation. While this is a time of great joy and a celebration of achievement, it can also be a time of uncertainty. These confused feelings after graduation aren’t talked about often, and today, I want to give voice to them. There
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You finally made it through high school. After having everything mapped out for you for four years, your fate is now (finally) in your own hands. While this is liberating, it can also be a bit terrifying. For many, this question of what to do the summer after senior year looms over their heads. With
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Your senior year of college can be incredibly bittersweet–and overwhelming. One of the things that becomes more and more stressful is the idea of what comes after you graduate. For those who don’t go on to pursue a higher degree, a career is usually the way to go. This can be incredibly stressful, especially if
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They say that your twenties are the best time of your life. From finishing college to finally being able to drink to establishing your career and exploring, much is changing during this period. With all this excitement, however, comes some downsides that people rarely talk about. Stress, a feeling of loss, and perhaps worst of
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We’ve been writing a lot about studying abroad lately (see here and here). While your time abroad is fantastic, there are many questions when returning. One of those at the forefront is this: how can you include your study abroad in your resume? Luckily, we have the answers, which we break down below. Awards +
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