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8 Student Side Hustles: How to Make Money in Your Free Time
College life is pretty much synonymous with being young and broke. We all know the common tropes — cheap beer, instant ramen, and mac and cheese. I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t need to be that way, even if you can’t fit a part-time job into your schedule. Find yourself a side hustle.… Read More
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The Student’s Guide to the Gig Economy
The gig economy is stronger than ever and growing rapidly. At the start of 2020, an estimated 57 million people work in the gig economy. By 2023, more than half of the American workforce is expected to participate in the gig economy either part-time or full-time. While on-demand freelance work can have its drawbacks, for… Read More
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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 to get your hands dirty and start making money. Maybe you’ve seen The Social Network and decided that you want to be the next Mark Zuckerberg. While I’m not going to promise that you’ll build a multi-billion dollar tech empire… Read More
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How to Learn About Bitcoin, Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain for Free
Bitcoin may or may not be the currency of the future, but cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology appear to be here to stay. Touted for its security, scalability, and decentralized structure, blockchain is likely to grow more important over the next few decades. It is increasingly used in a wide variety of industries, including but not… Read More
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8 Benefits of Joining Greek Life
When many people hear “fraternity” or “sorority,” they think of wild parties à la “Animal House,” hazing and heavy drinking. But this perception doesn’t do justice to the reality of Greek life, which is filled with opportunities for personal growth, professional development, philanthropy and a vibrant social life. It isn’t for everyone, but participating in… Read More
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High School GPA, not ACT Score, Is a Strong Predictor of College Graduation
A high ACT score will get you into college, but it won’t guarantee that you’ll make it out with a degree. A recent study comparing ACT scores, GPAs and graduation rates found that there is no correlation between high ACT scores and college graduation. High school GPA, on the other hand, was found to be… Read More
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ESA Foundation Announces Scholarship for Female and Minority Esports Players
The Entertainment Software Association (ESA) Foundation has announced a new scholarship for women and minority students competing on collegiate esports teams. ESA is the trade association of the U.S. video game industry. The new esports scholarship is intended to increase diversity in esports and to balance inequities in esports scholarship recipients. Women represent 35 percent… Read More
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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 the Preliminary SAT (PSAT). If you’re a junior, earning a top score on the PSAT can put you in position to win the National Merit Scholarship, so you may want to consider taking a prep course or preparing for the… Read More
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PSAT — Everything You Need to Know
Each year, about 3.5 million high school sophomores and juniors across the United States take the Preliminary SAT, more commonly known as the PSAT. The PSAT is important for two reasons. It is a practice test for the SAT and the entrance exam for the National Merit Scholarship Competition. The PSAT is not used in… Read More
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Study Shows the Value of Mentorship for Students
The value of mentorship and applied learning is so well-recognized that it is almost a cliché. Unlike many clichés, however, this one appears to have some truth to it. A new study conducted at the University of Houston provides substantive evidence for the value of working with a mentor and learning outside of the classroom… Read More
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How Scholarships Amplify Corporate Social Responsibility
*Updated June 10, 2021 Your company is one with an eye to the future and a commitment to helping the world. You place an emphasis on social accountability and are interested in building a corporate social responsibility (CSR) program to showcase your company’s commitment to helping the world. Or perhaps your company already has a… Read More
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Australian University’s ‘Water Battery’ Wins Global Climate Award
A brand new solar-powered air conditioning system at the University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia, was named one of five winners at the 6th Global District Energy Climate Awards 2019, a series of awards that seek to recognize innovative and sustainable district energy systems. The ceremony was held in Reykjavik, Iceland, on Thursday, October 24.… Read More
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Why TUN Is the Ultimate Student Portal
There are plenty of online resources for students, but only The University Network (TUN.com) has everything college students need to not only survive, but thrive! TUN is a one-stop shop for students, a complete resource platform offering everything from scholarships to career advice. We’re committed to helping students through the entirety of their college experiences,… Read More
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How the Creative Industry Is Driving Social Impact
The creative industry is exerting its influence to drive impact on the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a set of 17 goals to be accomplished by 2030. The industry’s efforts were highlighted during the SDG Media Summit, an annual event created by PVBLIC Foundation, which focuses on harnessing the power of media, marketing and advertising… Read More
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Best Online Classes and Programs for Algorithym
In 2019, nearly 40 percent of developers come from non-computer science backgrounds. Many learn programming via online courses like the ones listed below. Of course, that is an effective way to learn to program, and we at TUN are proud advocates for online education. However, one downside of learning to program online is you may… Read More
