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  • The Millennial Rolodex: Networking Through LinkedIn

    The Millennial Rolodex: Networking Through LinkedIn

    Physical Rolodexes may have outlived their physical usefulness, but the concept behind them will never be obsolete. We millennials just have a slightly different tool for the exact same purpose. And it is LinkedIn. I speak from my own experience. LinkedIn was first described to me as “Facebook for people with jobs.” The comment was… Read More

  • The Importance of Visiting Your College Counseling Center

    The Importance of Visiting Your College Counseling Center

    Good mental health is vital for a successful college experience. Trying to balance school, work, relationships or other personal issues could easily cause a student stress. In a 2008 joint survey by the Associated Press and mtvU, as many as 80 percent of college students reported feeling stressed on a daily basis and 34 percent… Read More

  • Living in NYC on a College Student Budget

    Living in NYC on a College Student Budget

    In New York City, $100 is actually worth $86.43 according to the Tax Foundation. Living in one of the most expensive cities is hard enough. But living in one of the most expensive cities on a college student budget…is even harder. And this doesn’t just go for New York! Trying to survive anywhere is hard… Read More

  • Why Being Busy is a Blessing

    Why Being Busy is a Blessing

    Never have any free time? Be thankful. Being busy is a blessing. Constantly having things to do can be overwhelming, but it’s important to remember how valuable busyness can be. Sometimes it can be hard to remain grateful when you have a hundred things on your plate, which is why it is essential to keep… Read More

  • The Interview: What to Say and What to Leave Out

    The Interview: What to Say and What to Leave Out

    Congratulations! You’ve been offered an interview. Whether it’s for a job in your field after graduation or an internship for the summer before your junior year, it’s a considerable step in the right direction. Being offered the interview feels great until the anxiety sets in. While there’s no reason to feel nervous, it’s important to… Read More

  • 3 Tips to Focusing and Staying Motivated for the New Semester

    3 Tips to Focusing and Staying Motivated for the New Semester

    It’s almost that time again for the start of a new semester! The break ends too soon for all of us and with the end of winter break comes the inevitable stress of classes. It can be hard to adjust back to the swing of things; but the good news is there are 3 tips… Read More

  • How to Plan for Summer This Winter (Month by Month Guide)

    How to Plan for Summer This Winter (Month by Month Guide)

    Even though it’s the middle of the winter and it is cold with snow on the ground for many of you, there has never been a better time to plan for the summer. Whether you want to pursue an internship, travel or something else entirely, there are many ways to start preparing your your summer… Read More

  • Interview With Monica Matthews: How You Can Win $100,000 in Scholarship Money

    Interview With Monica Matthews: How You Can Win $100,000 in Scholarship Money

    Monica Matthews is the author of How to Win College Scholarships. She helped her own son win over $100,000 in scholarships and now shares her expertise with other parents and their students. When it comes to helping parents and students navigate the scholarship process, she truly has “been there, done that”– her step-by-step scholarship guide… Read More

  • How to Have a Great College Tour Day

    How to Have a Great College Tour Day

    During my years in undergrad, I was a college tour guide, and I have helped 100+ students and parents tour my alma mater during my time as a tour guide. I loved being a guide, and it has given me invaluable experience about what makes a great college tour. So many students want to use… Read More

  • Are We Love Obsessed? A Guide to Focusing on Yourself First

    Are We Love Obsessed? A Guide to Focusing on Yourself First

    So here’s the thing about dating in college: it’s a rollercoaster of emotions that can be a great experience for some and a horrible one for others. Some of us jump into relationships too quickly while others long for that special someone in their lives. The one thing college students tend to focus on are… Read More

  • Sustainable Development Goals: Gender Equality in Politics

    Sustainable Development Goals: Gender Equality in Politics

    One of the UN developmental goals is to achieve gender equality by 2030, including in politics. As an international body, the UN created the 2030 sustainable developmental goals for all nations inclusively. In the UN’s pursuit of these goals, it is recognized that these challenges are surmountable with unity and vigilance. Gender Equality sub-goal 5.5… Read More

  • EDM: Big Names in 2017

    EDM: Big Names in 2017

    If you think about your favorite musical artist, or even your favorite song, do you know where that stems from? Music is a representation of time, culture and experience that is altered by the consumer’s thirst for something new and the artist’s desire to deliver. Genres come and go based on time and place. Woodstock,… Read More

  • The Best Methods to Stay Organized in University

    The Best Methods to Stay Organized in University

    Organization can either make or break your semester. If you have organization habits in place, you will know when due dates are coming up and better equip yourself for success. In order to stay on track during my semester, I always organize my syllabuses and supplies before the semester, plan my tasks weekly, and keep… Read More

  • How to Spice Up Dining Hall Food

    How to Spice Up Dining Hall Food

    When you first arrive to college, dining hall food can seem like a godsend and even gourmet if you’re not used to regular home cooked meals. However, a couple of weeks or months into the semester, you’re likely tired of greasy pizza, fried foods and browned lettuce. Luckily, there are a multitude of ways to… Read More

  • How to Survive College Without a Sip of Alcohol

    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 you want, late nights spent in old libraries, or making lasting friendships. But for many, college equates to partying, and moreover, alcohol. Nearly every movie or TV show about college students depicts them drinking – excessively. Whether it’s giant frat… Read More

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