Student Guides

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 can relate to is the #struggle called move-in day. Most people say that move-in day gets better after freshman year… nope. They are wrong. If anything, I think move-in day gets even worse with each year. Many universities allow the upperclassmen… Read More
10 Tips on Choosing the Right College Classes

Whether you’re a freshman just getting ready to choose your classes or a returning student at the start of a semester, choosing the right classes can be a struggle. But, don’t worry. Here are 10 tips on how to choose the right college classes for you. 1. Start early Don’t be that student who looks… Read More
Before Joining College Extracurriculars, Consider This

The 21st century has, thus far, shown us a promisingly impactful decade and a half. We’ve completed the Human Genome project, successfully implanted an artificial heart, ditched Internet Explorer in favor of better alternatives (looking at you, Chrome), programmed cars to drive themselves, and miraculously boiled down the entirety of dating science to a left… Read More
7 Effortless Ways To Get Better Grades

Before saying anything, I’d like to emphasize that grades are not a wholesome reflection of your character or your capacity to move the world. Sure, to some extent, grades show comprehension of material. However, being an A student rather than a B student doesn’t necessarily make you a better person, or even a smarter one.… Read More
Finding a Mentor in College

All walks of life feel strange to the newcomer. Regardless of age, status, or other seemingly relevant circumstances, individuals need guidance. As a college freshman, this was the last thing I could admit. I wanted to believe I was self-sufficient, intelligent, capable. I wanted to believe, after leaving home for the first time, I didn’t… Read More
How to Get the Best Sleep in College

I get it. Sleep is a scarce resource in college. You’re averaging a full 8 hours between yourself and your roommate. Your eye bags have eye bags and you’re crossing your fingers that your shirt isn’t on inside out. College means you might grit through a number of these days. The thing is, your lack… Read More
How to Land Your Dream Internship (from the Other Side of the Career Center)

Everyone has dreams, but not everyone has their dream internship. Is yours at a startup? The environment is relaxed. The dress code isn’t binding. Almost everyone is twenty-something– making them that much more relatable—and you work closely with your team to foster a tightly-bound network. Or, perhaps, your dream internship entails a Fortune 500 company.… Read More
College Packing List: What to Bring to College

Moving into a college dorm is an exciting time for any college student. It’s a chance to start fresh, make new friends, and create lasting memories. But before you can start your college life, you need to make sure you have all the essentials for your new home away from home, and that is why… Read More
10 Things to Do the Summer Before College

Ah, the summer before college. Excited and eager to experience the “full freedom” that is college life, yet nervous about starting a whole new chapter in life. It’s normal to have mixed feelings. It’s okay if you feel overwhelmed! Incoming college students can take proactive steps during the summer before college to ensure a smooth transition and a successful freshman… Read More
The Complete Guide to Scholarship Hacks

“Well begun is half done,” Aristotle had once said. And he was right. When it comes to applying for scholarships, front-loading really pays off. So take your time to carefully plan and organize, and you will save a LOT of time and energy in the long run. When applying for scholarships, remember these 4 key ingredients: 1) organization; 2)… Read More
How to Rebuild Broken Relationships

Forming relationships is hard, maintaining relationships is harder, and remedying broken or underdeveloped relationships is the hardest. When dealing with people, there will be complications. When dealing with feelings, frustrations will arise. But know this: no matter how damaged or astray the trajectory of a relationship, there is always hope. Here are 3 ways to… Read More
Short Films 101: 8 Steps to Making Short Films

Whether you’re a film student or a movie enthusiast, the thought of developing a short film has probably crossed your mind. You gotta admit it’s pretty tricky to film an award winning masterpiece when you’re still in college and can barely afford to buy yourself dinner, let alone manage a budget for a movie. You… Read More
The Single Most Important Skill You Don’t Learn in College: Listening

Listening 101 is not a course offered in college but definitely should be. Recently, there have been many talks about the importance of listening in communication, and it’s probably worth paying attention to if psychologists, pastors, motivational speakers, CEOs and ordinary people like myself are talking and/or writing about it. 💁 But really, I believe that listening… Read More
35 Phrases That Will Improve Your Resume

These phrases are sure to make you stand out from the rest! ➪ Make sure you include some of these phrases in your resume: COMMUNICATION ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS INTERPERSONAL SKILLS MANAGEMENT SKILLS RESEARCH AND PLANNING For more resume tips, check TUN’s interview with Katie Seitz, a career coach at Stony Brook University’s Career Center here, or… Read More
How to Survive Group Projects

Group projects can be a nightmare; conflicting schedules, slackers, different ideas. People end up hating each other and the closer the deadline, the more stressed out everyone becomes. Does anyone actually enjoy working in groups with a bunch of busy, moody college students? Before you go crying to your professor, check out these 5 tips… Read More