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Taking a gap year is a big–and highly personal–decision. It is certainly not for everyone, and the decision should not be taken lightly. In the US, only about 2-3% percent of students end up doing it. With that being said, there are many positives and negatives to taking a gap year. Here are some of […]
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If you’re heading toward college soon or transitioning into a new chapter of your life, you might be considering a gap year. However, it’s often vague as to what a gap year really is, what it looks like, and what the potential effects might be. In this article, I’ll review everything you need to know
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Now that March comes to an end, high school seniors have heard back from their universities. Yes–after millions of applications and four years of hard work, you’re finally at the point where you can start selecting your university. However, for most people, this is harder than they might initially think. This is for several reasons,
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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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Life can be hard if you’re an introvert or if you struggle with social anxiety. College can be an especially difficult time–there are a ton of changes, you don’t have your usual privacy, and you have to suddenly make friends all over again. While shyness and introversion don’t always go together, they often are linked.
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You’ve had Winter Break. Now, it’s time to get back into the swing of things. You have a fresh start with your classes, clubs, and extracurriculars. The question is: what are you going to do to make this the most productive semester possible? How will you maximize your happiness, wellbeing, and overall college experience? Below
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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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