Some people work best when left all by their lonesome, while some absorb and understand information better with the help of others. If you fall under the latter category, you have probably already considered joining study groups for some of your classes. Study groups are effective and helpful in that they provide you with insights [...]
Among the horror stories you’ll hear about college, the ones about the dormmate from hell are by far the most popular. From unhygienic habits to sneakily stealing your stuff, annoying dormmates have a special way of creeping into your hearts and making it turn black with angst. Most students who get stuck with such dormmates [...]
While some college graduates immediately enter the rat race to secure employment, some are left thinking of ways to pay off the loans they incurred during their time in college. For some, landing a high-paying job is the best way to pay for college student loans. But for others, a high salary still may not [...]
Books, articles, and even entire websites are dedicated simply to providing tips and resolving college students’ issues on time management. But what most of these articles and websites lack is specificity; students won’t magically “stop procrastinating” unless you illustrate specific instances wherein they can avoid procrastination and how. To give you an idea of what [...]
Colleges and universities often contract the services of a teaching assistant to aid the lecturers and professors in handling classes and other related tasks. Many college students apply as teaching assistants to help them pay off student loans, pay their tuition, and cope with other financial expenses incurred during college. Applying for teaching assistant posts [...]
Shifting majors or courses is a common tendency among college students, especially those who are in their first or second year in college. A review published by an Ivy League school found that freshmen and sophomores tend to shift courses three to four times during college. There are many possible reasons why students switch majors; [...]
Students have various reasons for transferring colleges or universities; some are valid, while some are workable and not so valid. Common reasons include homesickness, issues with professors and school authorities, weak course programs, and unbearable workload and course requirements. Whatever your reason is, the first thing to ask yourself if you’re planning on transferring colleges [...]
Nothing gets high school graduates all psyched about going off to college than hilarious college fraternity-themed movies. Tons of movies have been made about college frat life; some are hilarious, while some show the more serious aspects of how juggling frat life, personal responsibilities, and academics can get a bit too difficult. Below is a [...]
Politics is existent in every aspect of modern life, especially in areas where resources are quite limited. When you go off to college, you’ll most probably be faced with situations where petty politics is practiced. Whether it be in the classroom, in student organizations, or in student elections, college students often witness and experience issues [...]
Although financial costs are an important factor to consider when choosing a college, there are also other important aspects of college profiles that should be noted and taken into consideration when deciding which college to attend. Depending on you and your family, such important aspects may include the reputation of the school, educational facilities, accreditation, [...]