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5 Myths vs. Truths About Volunteering
Try googling “volunteer opportunities in [your city]” and you will find TONS of places where…
23 Lessons for Freshmen as They Begin College
The Class of 2023 is arriving on university campuses across the country. For the majority…
Surviving on Campus Without a Car
Though it may seem impossible to do so, especially if you’re attending school in a…
A Student’s Guide to Freshman Orientation
Throughout college there will undoubtedly be stresses, but there is no need to clench your…
Making Friends at a Commuter School
I took my seat at a round table, decked out with yellow and blue balloons….
How to Stay Safe at Night While on Campus
Late nights are inevitable in college. Whether coming from a late class, long club meeting,…
What I Wish I Knew My Freshman Year — Interview With Veronica Gonzalez, Executive Director, University of Houston Student Ambassadors
TUN sits down with Veronica Gonzalez, a business management major at the University of Houston…
6 Things I Wish I Knew Freshman Year
The college guide books your parents bought you can tell you only so much. Oftentimes,…
5 Ways to Stay Safe on College Campuses
Once students arrive at their college campuses, it is easy to forget the outside world….
7 Benefits of Joining Your Campus Newspaper
Are you looking to get involved on campus? Do you enjoy current events? Do you…
6 Tips on How to Make Friends in College
The art of socializing is mastered by very few people. So if you’re having some…
College Roommates’ Sensitivity to Each Other’s Distress Can Be Helpful
While college roommates can sense each other’s distress, a recent study by New York University…
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Major Concerns: What to Remember If You Feel Trapped By Your Degree
“What are you majoring in?” Students often encounter this question before they’ve even begun their…
Tips for College Essay Writing — Interview With Dr. Gordon Chavis From University of Central Florida
TUN sits down with Dr. Gordon Chavis, associate vice president for enrollment services at the…
3 Tips on Picking a Major
Picking a major isn’t always easy. In fact, most people I meet in college are…
What Are Colleges Looking for in Applicants?
For aspiring college-goers, few things are more stressful than the college application process. From a…
How to Fill Out Common App Activities Section — Interview With Sylvia Vukosavljevic, College Admissions Consultant, Veritas Prep
TUN sits down with Sylvia Vukosavljevic, a college admissions consultant with Veritas Prep, to discuss…
College Interview Questions to Expect — Interview With Gabrielle Dorsey, Executive Director, Bridges Educational Consulting
TUN sits down with Gabrielle Dorsey, the executive director of Bridges Educational Consulting, to discuss…
10 Things Rising Seniors Can Do This Summer to Get a Jump on College Process
You’ve got one more year of high school to go — a final lap around…
How to Choose a College That Is Right for You — Interview With Dr. Eric Endlich, Founder of Top College Consultants
TUN sits down with Dr. Eric Endlich, founder of Top College Consultants, to discuss how…
How to Fill Out a Brag Sheet for Parents
Every college application season, parents of high school seniors are asked to fill out a…
8 Most Common College Application Mistakes to Avoid
You’ve made it this far. Your high school years are coming to an end, and…
Common College Application Mistakes to Avoid — Interview With Marcus Cooper, Program Director, College Advising Corps at Texas A&M
TUN sits down with Marcus Cooper, program director with College Advising Corps at Texas A&M…
How to Make the Most of High School Extracurricular Activities
Extacurricular activities are one of the most important parts of your college application and an…


