Archive for October, 2008
Pros and Cons of Off-campus Accommodations
Cons and downsides Living in off-campus apartments grants you the freedom to do whatever you want, unrestricted by campus rules and regulations. However, because you’re outside the jurisdiction of campus rules, this also means you are not afforded with the security and safety that the college provides. Remember that in off-campus accommodations, there are no [...]
Tips in Looking for a College Dorm
When looking for a college dorm, there are some essential things to be considered. Remember that your college dorm will serve as your second home for the next four or five years, so you should at least feel comfortable in the place where you’re going to spend the rest of your college days. In addition [...]
Safety Measures Employed in US Colleges
Violence in school campuses is not a relatively new concept. There have been documented cases wherein a lax security system in schools has led to school shootings and violent student outbursts. In the US, the more recent cases that gained wide media coverage were the Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) massacre and [...]
How to Apply to Bible Colleges
Bible colleges are institutions that specialize in, but are not limited to, Biblical studies. Some Bible colleges do not offer liberal arts courses, while some offer such disciplines but are framed within religious perspectives. Some Bible colleges also offer Christian and church music courses, as well as athletic programs. The curricula of programs offered in [...]
Five Popular College-themed Hollywood Movies
Tons of movies have been made about the typical college experience; some are serious and insightful, while some show the more fun and crazy side of college life. To give you a better idea of what we’re talking about, below are five college-themed Hollywood comedy and “dramedy” movies you can watch before going off to [...]
The Types of College Guys and How to Deal with Them: A College Girl’s Guide
Apart from studying hard and meeting new people, you will also get to encounter different types of guys in college. Some are worth your time, while others are not. You can act nice initially, but if you have no idea how to handle them, you might end up being the object of their idiosyncrasies in [...]