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  • 6 Simple but Proven Study Tips

    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 Students Forget to Take Advantage of in College

    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?!

    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

  • Breakup with Your Cell Phone

    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

  • How to Thrive (Not Only Survive) at Work

    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

  • The Lazy Student’s Guide: Study Tips

    The Lazy Student’s Guide: Study Tips

    No one wants to take time out of his or her day to study. The worst feeling is when you know you have to study but you aren’t studying. It gets even worse when you finally get the energy to force yourself to study but you stare blankly at the page and get distracted by… Read More

  • 3 Things to Seriously Consider Before Accepting a Job Offer

    3 Things to Seriously Consider Before Accepting a Job Offer

    You are desperate for a job. You’ve applied to countless positions -— from internships to part times to full times that you aren’t actually interested in — but much to your disappointment, embarrassment, and frustration, you haven’t been hearing back. You begin to think that if there’s nothing wrong with your resume, then there’s something wrong… Read More

  • Resume Tips: The 10 Commandments

    Resume Tips: The 10 Commandments

    Are you looking to polish up your resume for a new job but aren’t sure how? Well, you’ve come to the right place: this article will tell you the DOs and DON’Ts when it comes to writing your resume. But first, KNOW THIS: your resume does NOT define WHO you are or WHAT you’re worth.… Read More

  • The A–Z Beauty Detox Superfood

    The A–Z Beauty Detox Superfood

    Usually, when we think “healthy,”  we don’t think “tasty.” But that is a total misconception because these superfood I am about to introduce to you are both healthy and tasty! Who doesn’t want to eat something that promises both beauty AND taste? Here are A-Z superfood you definitely want to incorporate in your daily diet!  Asparagus, the “anti cancer”… Read More

  • 50+ Student Discounts Every Student Needs to Know About

    50+ Student Discounts Every Student Needs to Know About

    Student discounts are everywhere, but they aren’t always advertised.  So we put together this quick list of 50+ businesses that are happy to offer a student discount. Below are some national brands that offer student discounts, both online and at store locations. Make sure to always bring your student ID with you, and make sure… Read More

  • How to Persuade Just About Anyone (Persuasive Speech Presentation Criteria Included)

    How to Persuade Just About Anyone (Persuasive Speech Presentation Criteria Included)

    Presentations — you can’t avoid them in college (or in your workplace, depending on your job).  If you’re an introvert or an internal processor like myself, or if you have a fear of public speaking like 75% of the population, you know the struggle is real. But fear not– while convincing others is hard work, it’s… Read More

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