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How to Survive College Without a Sip of Alcohol
When you think of college, what comes to mind? For some, it’s finally studying what…
The Single Most Important Skill You Don’t Learn in College: Listening
Listening 101 is not a course offered in college but definitely should be. Recently, there…
5 Ways to Stay Safe on College Campuses
Once students arrive at their college campuses, it is easy to forget the outside world….
5 Myths vs. Truths About Volunteering
Try googling “volunteer opportunities in [your city]” and you will find TONS of places where…
Get Inspired with These 50 Motivational Quotes for Students
College is filled with difficulties and riddled with road bumps. But don’t let the stress…
Another Party on Weekends, or Something Different?
It’s Friday at last; you’re tired and want to just shut yourself in your room…
6 Things I Wish I Knew Freshman Year
The college guide books your parents bought you can tell you only so much. Oftentimes,…
5 Tips for College Students to Avoid Burnout
Burnout is a stress-related state of exhaustion and often leads to feelings of isolation, low…
Adorable and Cheap College Dorm Room Decoration Ideas
Whether you’re in a college dorm or have your own place this fall, decorating is…
Is It Better to Live on Campus or off Campus? — Interview With Brian Tan, Student Ambassador at the University of Houston
TUN sits down with Brian Tan, a computer science major and student ambassador at the…
Quick Solutions to Roommate Conflicts
In the ideal world, you would meet that perfect roommate who lets you sleep in…
Starting a Dorm Room Business: 8 Types of Student Businesses with Real-World Success Stories
You’re an entrepreneurial college student — the kind who doesn’t want to wait until graduation…
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National Merit Scholarship: Everything You Need to Know
Every year, about 1.6 million high school juniors across the United States take the Preliminary…
How to Choose a College Amid COVID-19
If you’re a rising high school senior, summer is typically time to start narrowing down…
What Are Colleges Looking for in Application Essays?
After four years of classes and multiple Saturdays spent taking the SAT or ACT, the…
College Admissions Tips for High School Juniors — Interview With Sarah Ramos, Project Director, College Advising Corps at Trinity University
TUN sits down with Sarah Ramos, project director with the College Advising Corps at Trinity…
How to Fill Out a Brag Sheet for Parents
Every college application season, parents of high school seniors are asked to fill out a…
Major Concerns: What to Remember If You Feel Trapped By Your Degree
“What are you majoring in?” Students often encounter this question before they’ve even begun their…
Tips for College Essay Writing — Interview With Dr. Gordon Chavis From University of Central Florida
TUN sits down with Dr. Gordon Chavis, associate vice president for enrollment services at the…
10 Universal Tips for College Essay Writing
Writing a college essay can be intimidating, particularly if you consider yourself to be a…
STEM and Liberal Arts: Pros and Cons of Both Degrees
*Updated June 30, 2020 With science and technology driving the future, many teachers are motivating…
What’s the Best Way to Prepare for the PSAT?
Every year, about 3.5 million high school sophomores and juniors across the United States take…
High School Resume Tips and Examples — Interview With Judi Robinovitz, Certified Educational Planner and Owner of Score At The Top
TUN sits down with Judi Robinovitz, a certified educational planner and owner of Score At…
8 Most Common College Application Mistakes to Avoid
You’ve made it this far. Your high school years are coming to an end, and…