Extracurricular

  • 8 Benefits of Joining Greek Life

    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

  • How to Practice Creativity When You’re Busy

    How to Practice Creativity When You’re Busy

    We are a society of people who are so wrapped up in the excitement of busyness, that we often forget the beauty of being still. Practicing peace and recognizing ways that help us to be more present in our daily lives is essential for our well-being. Luckily, there are many creative outlets that help us… Read More

  • 5 Reasons to Join College Clubs

    5 Reasons to Join College Clubs

    College students juggle classes, homework, and a social life, so finding time to join a club in college can be difficult. But if your schedule permits, enlisting in a club or extracurricular can be extremely beneficial. There are clubs for nearly every major and hobby. Some, like a school newspaper or business club, can be… Read More

  • 7 Benefits of Joining Your Campus Newspaper

    7 Benefits of Joining Your Campus Newspaper

    Are you looking to get involved on campus? Do you enjoy current events? Do you have a passion for writing? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, your campus newspaper is the perfect organization for you to join. There are many benefits of writing for your campus newspaper. Listed below are a few… Read More

  • Before Joining College Extracurriculars, Consider This

    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

  • 5 Myths vs. Truths About Volunteering

    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

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