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The Best Way to Take Notes: Laptop vs. Notebook
In today’s tech-savvy world, taking notes doesn’t just mean using a pen and paper. In fact, the next time you look around a classroom, you’ll probably notice the majority of students typing their notes on laptops. But what’s better — paper or digital? Since both options offer a variety of benefits, it can be difficult… Read More
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14 Best Internet Hacks for College Students
It really is a great time to be a student. From deals on textbooks and everyday items students need to study shortcuts, the internet offers an invaluable resource for 21st century students. Look here for some of the best internet hacks to help you get through college. 1. Use Google Scholar to find and… Read More
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9 Tips to Help You Overcome Test Anxiety
You know the feeling. It’s Sunday night and the big exam tomorrow is looming over you, like storm clouds threatening to ruin a sunny day. You can’t do poorly on this next exam or you won’t pass the class. So you study hard. You’ve spent hours buried in notes and textbooks but simply don’t feel… Read More
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6 Tips to Develop Creative and Critical Thinking Skills Essential for the Information Age
Today’s job market has very little room for routine work. The information age calls for creative-minded engineers, designers, and researchers to propel our technological advancements. Creative and critical thinking skills enable people to come up with innovative solutions for everyday problems. Recent advancements in technology and sustainability demonstrate that the world is drifting away from… Read More
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The Ultimate Guide to Finding Cheap College Textbooks
*Updated February 3, 2020 Here’s the scenario that plays out all too often: Incoming freshmen and their parents focus on what to bring to college, where to get the best deals on laptops and dorm-room essentials, and whether to rent or buy their dorm room refrigerator. Students head off to college, get settled in, start… Read More
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6 Reasons You Should Love Your University Library
It is often difficult to find quiet spaces on campus. To avoid loud roommates and technological distractions, students often seek an alternative place to study and get work done in a productive environment. Libraries are ideal for that purpose, and many universities and colleges offer more than one library and study space. Here are 6… Read More
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4 Benefits of Having a Mentor in College
College is a time for navigation — navigating campuses, future career paths, social scenes, and a more independent life. The four-year journey many students take during their undergraduate years will contain some of their most memorable moments. While college is memorable, many decisions need to be made, such as picking a major, deciding on what… Read More
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What NOT to Do When Writing Essays
Writing essays isn’t always easy. Professors generally have different preferences when it comes to writing and they have to read and grade hundreds of papers, so the last thing they want to read is a bad essay. Instead of telling you what to do, I’m going to tell you what to avoid, so you don’t… Read More
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How to Boost Your Grade After Failing an Exam
*Updated April 20, 2021 Don’t worry if you failed an exam; you can grow from this. I know, it sounds like I’m your best friend giving you the textbook response, but failing an exam, especially at the beginning of the term, most likely won’t be that catastrophic. There are many simple ways to get your… Read More
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How to Safely Stay in the Loop on Current Events
It is easier than ever to stay up to date on the news. Every breaking story can be reached and read with a single right swipe on your iPhone’s home screen. Opinion pieces infiltrate our social media feeds. Notably, with controversy surrounding the latest election, we are drowning in news. Due to the digital age… Read More
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Why We Procrastinate and How We Can Increase Productivity
Why do we procrastinate all the time? Procrastination for most college students lies simply in putting off school work, or waiting until tomorrow to apply for that scholarship or internship. The easy answer for why we procrastinate is laziness, but in some cases the cause goes deeper. While we may have all kinds of excuses… Read More
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Want Better Grades? Sleep in!
If you’re looking to improve your GPA, sleeping in might help. University of Nevada, Reno teamed up with The Open University in the UK to conduct a study that found taking classes later in the day results in better school performance. In a two-method study, both universities found that the prime optimal functioning times… Read More
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Everything You Need to Know About the Dean’s List
If you’re in college or will be, you’ve likely heard of the Dean’s List. What is it, why should students care, and how do you get your name on the list? Keep reading to find out! What is the Dean’s List? (n) a list of students recognized for academic achievement during a semester by the… Read More
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Financial Aid Appeal: How to Make Your Case and Get More Money
Acceptance letters come with a price tag. That’s not a surprise. But what may come as a surprise to many students and families is that colleges are more likely than you think to say “yes” to your request for more aid. And that is exactly what a financial aid appeal is — a request for help.… Read More
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The Daunting Task: How to Prepare for Finals Week
Finals week is right around the corner, and stress levels are coming to a boil. Jaws are starting to clench and hair is getting messier by the minute. Coffee shops may love this time of year, but for most students, this is the week we dread. Finals are inevitable; it is just something we have… Read More
