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5 Myths vs. Truths About Volunteering
Try googling “volunteer opportunities in [your city]” and you will find TONS of places where…
A Student’s Guide to Freshman Orientation
Throughout college there will undoubtedly be stresses, but there is no need to clench your…
Making Friends at a Commuter School
I took my seat at a round table, decked out with yellow and blue balloons….
11 Move-In Day Tips You Will Thank Me For!
The one and only thing that the tiny college freshmen and the big bad seniors…
6 Things I Wish I Knew Freshman Year
The college guide books your parents bought you can tell you only so much. Oftentimes,…
First Week of College: Dos and Don’ts
Arriving at college is an exciting and transformative moment in a young adult’s life. As…
How to Ace Your Online Classes, Amid Coronavirus
In a widespread effort to limit the impact of COVID-19, higher education institutions across the…
Everything You Need to Know About Dorm Bedding
Dorm life can be a wonderful experience. It’s a time to meet new people, learn…
Freshman Year From a Fresh Perspective (#CollegeBound Series)
College is happening soon. And it can be scary. But let me assure you – everything…
Benefits of Joining a Club in College — Interview With Will Sauerland, Hydroponics Club President at Pitt
TUN sits down with Will Sauerland, president of the Hydroponics Club at the University of…
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…
Pros and Cons of Living On Campus vs. Off Campus
Undergraduate students have the exciting opportunity to live away from home. Most universities and colleges…
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How to Fill Out Common App Activities Section — Interview With Sylvia Vukosavljevic, College Admissions Consultant, Veritas Prep
TUN sits down with Sylvia Vukosavljevic, a college admissions consultant with Veritas Prep, to discuss…
How to Make Your College Application Stand Out
Each year, colleges and universities across the United States receive thousands of applications from eager…
How to Pay for College As an International Student
U.S. college education is expensive. Especially for international students, who are not eligible for a…
The Best ACT Prep Courses in 2024
Like the SAT, the ACT (American College Test) tests the most basic skills in reading,…
6 Internship Tips for International Students
As an international student, you may face a few obstacles when applying for internships. The…
National Merit Scholarship: Everything You Need to Know
Every year, about 1.6 million high school juniors across the United States take the Preliminary…
ACT vs SAT: What’s the Difference?
The ACT and SAT are standardized tests administered by ACT.org and the College Board, respectively,…
College Packing List: What to Bring to College
Moving into a college dorm is an exciting time for any college student. It’s a…
What Are Colleges Looking for in Application Essays?
After four years of classes and multiple Saturdays spent taking the SAT or ACT, the…
What Are Colleges Looking for in Applicants?
For aspiring college-goers, few things are more stressful than the college application process. From a…
College Interview Questions to Expect — Interview With Gabrielle Dorsey, Executive Director, Bridges Educational Consulting
TUN sits down with Gabrielle Dorsey, the executive director of Bridges Educational Consulting, to discuss…
6 College Admissions Tips for High School Juniors Amid COVID-19
All across the United States, high school juniors are worried. Like most Americans living through…


