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Universities That Offer Free Undergraduate Tuition
Education is one of the most important assets anyone can have. With rising costs of tuition and fees in the U.S., however, many students may not view higher education as an option for them. If you are considering higher education, don’t let the cost intimidate you. While the costs of education has been rising in… Read More
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The Ultimate Guide to Finding Cheap College Textbooks
*Updated February 3, 2020 Here’s the scenario that plays out all too often: Incoming freshmen and their parents focus on what to bring to college, where to get the best deals on laptops and dorm-room essentials, and whether to rent or buy their dorm room refrigerator. Students head off to college, get settled in, start… Read More
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Exercise Benefits Brain Function and Structure, According to University of Arizona Researchers
Exercise has apparent positive effects on the body, and recent studies show that it can also benefit the mind. But research and understanding explaining the impact of exercise on the brain is lacking. So, University of Arizona researchers conducted a study to explain how and why exercise is beneficial to cognitive health. UA associate professor… Read More
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Benjamin Bloom Scholarship Program – $2,500 – Apply Annually by December 30
This is an annual scholarship. Bookmark this page and check back each year! [divider] Eligibility: This scholarship is only for college students (scanned image of your student ID card is compulsory at the time of submission of your essay). How to Apply: Fill out the application form shown on the left side of the (application page) screen.… Read More
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University of Toronto Researcher Is Working on a Promising Cancer Treatment Alternative
There is potentially a new form of cancer treatment with minimal side effects. Dr. Patrick Gunning, an associate professor of chemistry at the University of Toronto, and his team of researchers have created a molecule that could target specific cells. This is significant because it is the opposite of chemotherapy, which is often used on… Read More
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6 Reasons You Should Love Your University Library
It is often difficult to find quiet spaces on campus. To avoid loud roommates and technological distractions, students often seek an alternative place to study and get work done in a productive environment. Libraries are ideal for that purpose, and many universities and colleges offer more than one library and study space. Here are 6… Read More
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New Research by Cardiff University Finds Social Media Invaluable for Policing
Social media has revolutionized the way people approach social interactions, expanded people’s world view, and even affected politics. Now, researchers from the Social Data Science Lab at Cardiff University in the UK have found that social media can have a positive impact on policing. Dr. Peter Burnap, co-author of the study and Reader at Cardiff… Read More
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Live Beauty Health Scholarship – $750 – Apply Annually by August 31
Eligibility This scholarship is open to students from all universities and colleges. If you are under the age of 18, or if you’re still in high school, please make sure that you get the consent of your parents or legal guardians first before joining. How To Apply Write a 500-word essay about hair, beauty or health… Read More
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8 Networking Tips for College Students
Networking is the process of building relationships, so it’s not just collecting business cards or connecting on LinkedIn. It is a process of meeting new people, letting them know who you are, and what future opportunities you seek. According to LinkedIn, 85% of American jobs are filled through networking. There are all kinds of networking… Read More
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University of Birmingham’s Virtual Reality Beach Reduces Stress and Helps with Rehabilitation
A long walk on the beach is emotionally and physically healing. The warm white sand, beaming sunlight, and calming tones of crashing waves lower stress levels and help to relieve anxiety. Now, trips to the beach via virtual reality have been proven to provide similar healing and stress-relieving attributes. In 2013, the University of Birmingham’s… Read More
