Life

6 Simple but Proven Study Tips

Studying can be a drain, especially when you’re under a lot of pressure. 3 essays that are all due the same day, 2 research papers that require full annotated bibliographies, a group project that only you seem to care about… Ahhhh, STRESS! So… what do we do? For one, we can temporarily relieve the stress by doing anything and Read More
5 Things You Need to Know About Choosing a College Major

[osd_social_media_sharing] It’s becoming more and more common for high school students to apply to college as “undecided”. This isn’t a bad thing. How can we expect high school graduates to pick what they want to do for the rest of their lives when only a few months ago we were scolding them for chewing gum Read More
10 Ways to Help You Fall Asleep

There’s nothing worse than not being able to fall asleep. Whether it’s due to stress, anxiety, or simply restlessness, it is extremely frustrating. Here are some simple ways to help you fall asleep on those sleepless nights: 1. Silence Your Phone Coming from a person who has to have their phone on them at all Read More
5 Things Students Forget to Take Advantage of in College

I finally made it. I’m a senior in college. I’ll be graduating in May and I couldn’t be more excited (and slightly anxious). Looking back, I realized I missed out on a lot. I find myself going crazy as I try to appreciate everything I possibly can during my last few months at a great Read More
What the Heck is a Communications Major Anyway?!

Whether you are a confused/clueless (aka undeclared) freshman/sophomore in college, a declared communications major, or a college grad with a communications degree, you’ve probably asked yourself or had at least one person ask you this question: “… WHAT EXACTLY IS COMMUNICATIONS (MAJOR)?” And you probably hated yourself for saying, Trust me, you’re not alone. The Read More
The War of Generations: The Truth Behind Millennials

[osd_social_media_sharing] It’s almost as if baby boomers find joy and an odd sense of satisfaction in telling millennials how “easy” we have it. They wag their finger and whine “back in my day, I had to walk 9 miles to the nearest soiree and I had to be back home by 8:00 on the dot!” Read More
2016 Is the Year of the Monkey, But Are You a Donkey or an Elephant?

[osd_social_media_sharing] The Republican party is said to be at risk of losing the Millennial generation to democrats. Younger voters do have more liberal views but the guidelines of being a republican have become a little more 21st century. Are students only declaring themselves a democrat because they believe in the party’s social issues of gay Read More
10 Tips for Commuters in College

Commuting to college can be super frustrating at times, especially when you’re like me and don’t live too close to campus. Here are some simple tips and tricks to make your life as a commuter a little bit better. [divider] 1. Always Leave Early Leave a little earlier than you have to. You never know Read More
Diversity in the Media: Laudable or The New Norm?

It’s 2016. Shonda Rhimes is taking over our TV screens with her various ABC shows “Scandal”, “Grey’s Anatomy” and my personal favorite “How To Get Away With Murder”. If you didn’t read that in Annalise Keating’s voice, I’m judging you. There’s a reason why Rhimes is inundated with invitations to speak at university commencements, conferences 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
Why Personal Time and Self-Love Are Important

[osd_social_media_sharing] College students have it pretty tough; we are expected to balance school work with social relationships and recreational activity and job searches and building a resume. We often forget to give ourselves personal time to reflect, relax and enjoy leisure activities. I love writing poetry but iambic pentameter is my worst enemy. It takes Read More
5 Myths vs. Truths About Volunteering

Try googling “volunteer opportunities in [your city]” and you will find TONS of places where you can use your talents and time to make a difference. I mean really, there are so many organizations and volunteering opportunities out there that you are bound to find one that matches your skill sets and preferences. But so Read More
How to Thrive (Not Only Survive) at Work

Whether you are interning for a semester or working part-time (or full-time), work can be… quite dreary (and mundane, for many). However, like with all things, it’s what you make of it. Change your attitude, and everything else will change! Here are 7 things you need to do to thrive– not only survive– at your Read More
Why Students Should Care About Politics

Writer’s note: this was written on 2/10 so if any presidential candidate drops out by the time it’s posted, that needs to be edited in. As many of you know, the primaries are going on right now. To those who are not as familiar with the Presidential election and what campaigning entails, the primaries decide Read More
10 Simple Ways to Relieve College Stress

Being a college student is no joke. Between the loads of assignments, internships, part time jobs, and trying to maintain a social life, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Having classes for twelve hours straight on Tuesdays and Thursdays, my internship for eight hours on Monday and Wednesday, and being involved on campus creates an Read More