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How to Support and Engage Students in the Writing Process

A common question I have encountered as a teacher involves ways to support students struggling with the writing process. One of the more difficult parts of the writing process is formulation or getting ideas started and flowing. Graphic organizers are just some of the support methods available to help writers formulate their ideas. Especially when… Read More
When Your Gifted Student Enters College

So, your student is advanced. Maybe even in the gifted program. Great! They have sailed through school at the top of the class. Now comes college. If your child gets into a good school, Congratulations! You’re done! Right? Maybe. It might be, for the first time, your child is finally surrounded by peers who meet… Read More
How Top Students Can Get Into Increasingly Competitive Schools

What do you need to do to separate yourself from the pack and get into the school of your dreams, especially if you’re aiming for Harvard, Princeton and other Ivy League schools? As acceptance rates drop to all-time lows in the single digits, the top universities are demanding much more from today’s highest-achieving students. The… Read More
How to Use Resume Keywords to Land an Interview

Sending out a resume without using keywords in it is the best way to reduce your chances of getting yourself shortlisted for an interview. A resume is not about just jotting down your work experience, achievements, education, etc. on a piece of paper, and then mindlessly sending that paper anywhere and everywhere you apply for… Read More
Is China a Place for Newly Grads?

In 2018, about 8.2 million students graduated from Chinese universities. According to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MHRSS), that number increased by 140,000 to 8.34 million in 2019. This is an indication that the number of skilled workers in the Chinese labor market will grow consistently over the coming years. The skills… Read More
Community Work Helps Students Find Meaning in Their Major

Universities are laboratories for a range of pedagogies across disciplines. Faculty experiment with various ways to deliver content, and strive to find the most effective teaching tools to reach their diverse student body. Community outreach is one such teaching method that has recently gained a lot of traction in higher education. Bridging theory with practice,… Read More
Students, Entrepreneurs Devalue Sleep. They Shouldn’t

Sleep is often the last thing on a student or entrepreneur’s agenda. But a good night’s sleep is essential for success. In a recent study, my co-authors David Wagner from the University of Oregon, Denis Grégoire from HEC Montréal, and Christopher Barnes from the University of Washington and I found that entrepreneurs improve their assessment… Read More
How to Ace Any Job Interview

When looking for the next step in your career, it’s very easy to get overwhelmed when you are called in for a job interview, because you really want or need that job. For most people, job interviews are extremely stressful experiences, making them lose focus on the most important things. Sure, looking neat and professional is… Read More
6 Mistakes to Avoid When Choosing a Graduate Program

If you’re wondering how to choose a graduate program that’s right for you, you may understandably feel overwhelmed. Ideally, a graduate degree should improve your job prospects, positively affect your salary and expand your professional network. No pressure, right? You can always change your mind if your master’s or doctoral program isn’t a good fit.… Read More
10 Great Student Discounts Near Bentley University

There are so many local businesses around Bentley University that offer student discounts, but many students do not know about them. Luckily, TUN.com lists and displays those businesses on an interactive map so students can find them easily. Here are 10 best student discounts near Bentley University: FOOD Tanjore | 18 Eliot St Cambridge, MA 02138… Read More
Top 10 Student Discounts Near Fisher College

There are so many local businesses around Fisher College that offer student discounts, but many students do not know about them. Luckily, TUN.com lists and displays those businesses on an interactive map so students can find them easily. Here are 10 best student discounts near Fisher College: FOOD Fire & Ice | 205 Berkeley St Boston,… Read More
10 Best Student Discounts Near Wheelock College

There are so many local businesses around Wheelock College that offer student discounts, but many students do not know about them. Luckily, TUN.com lists and displays those businesses on an interactive map so students can find them easily. Here are 10 student discounts near Wheelock College worth checking out: FOOD Gourmet Curry House | 1335 Beacon St Brookline,… Read More
10 Great Student Discounts Near Babson College

There are so many stores near Babson College that offer students great deals and discounts, but not many know about them because they aren’t advertised. Luckily, TUN.com lists and displays those businesses on an interactive map so students can find them right at their fingertips. Here are 10 great student discounts to take advantage of near Babson College: FREE Freenters Student Lounge and Library… Read More
How to Enjoy a Debt-Free Life in Your 20s

In her book, veteran psychologist Meg Jay, Ph.D., said that most young adults in their 20s believe that their current spending habits will not affect them in later life. However, the author of the book ‘The Defining Decade’ said that young adults need to be wary of their spending, lifestyle and savings as it’s the… Read More
Breakup with Your Cell Phone

To cell phone addicts everywhere just trying to focus. . . You know you are a cell phone addict if: 1. You are constantly on your phone scrolling through the same Instagram posts multiple times in a minute. 2. You get distracted from work or school. And your employer, teacher or friend have told you multiple… Read More