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Study Abroad: An Indian Student’s College Experience in the U.S.
Are you thinking of studying abroad? If so, I would encourage you to go ahead. Up until I was accepted into Sarah Lawrence College in New York, my only education had been in New Delhi, India. Coming to the U.S. meant that I had to adjust to a new culture with an entirely different education system.… Read More
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Another Party on Weekends, or Something Different?
It’s Friday at last; you’re tired and want to just shut yourself in your room and collapse. “TGIF!” you say this to yourself, but then you find yourself at a party you don’t really want to be in. You don’t want to let down your friends or miss the excitement, the potential of meeting more people.… Read More
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How Rewarding is a ‘Like’?
The rise of social media has changed the way we connect with each other. It wasn’t that long ago when Facebook hit the market (2004) and the iPhone came into being (2007), but our culture and social interactions have been forever changed. While there are notable benefits of social media, primarily in marketing and communication,… Read More
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Top 6 Reasons for Seeking International Diversity in Your College Choice
A diverse student body on college campuses is extremely valuable to all students and their learning experience. There are so many benefits to being surrounded by people from all over the world. Not only do you gain knowledge about other countries and cultures, but you also learn more about yourself in terms of distinguishing your… Read More
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Applying Minimalism in College
Minimalists believe that when we subtract unnecessary things that no longer warrant our energy from our lives, we can make room for the things that truly matter. Minimalism is, at its core, a basic mathematical method to get more meaning out of life. A common misconception about minimalism is that life is boring without material… Read More
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How to Get College Professors to Like You
Students often fail to remember that college professors have feelings too. It is very important to treat professors with respect. How your professor feels about you can influence how much time and effort they are willing to put into helping you with your course, along with how good of a recommendation they will write you… Read More
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Cheap, Nutritious Foods to Keep the Stress Away
At one point in my college career, college and stress started to coincide and mean the same thing. Being on my own and gaining new independence is what college is all about, right? Let’s not forget to add the juggling of numerous exams, assignments, projects, social life, relationships, extracurriculars, laundry, a budget and more. A… Read More
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Guide for International College Students in America
The United States of America has the largest international student population. The USA has come a long way in terms of its diverse student body and international education. Applying as an international student is a long and tedious process, but once it’s complete, you may begin feeling a little nervous about going to a completely… Read More
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Guide for Transferring College: Things You Should Know
Most of the attention during admission season is given to high school applicants, which means the transfer students get left behind. According to the National Association for College Admission Counseling, about a third of the students end up transferring to other universities. Here are 7 things about transferring that you might not know but should. 1.… Read More
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7 Reasons to Study Abroad
Study abroad programs provide students with a unique experience where they get the opportunity to gain knowledge in a foreign country. For many students, this is the only time they can travel the world without any commitments. It is the perfect time to learn about a new culture and possibly yourself. It is one of… Read More
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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 college careers. It’s a logical question to ask someone who is in college, or about to be, but many students don’t have an answer. Among the throngs of students who enter our nation’s colleges every year, very few begin their… Read More
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11 Cheap Ways To Avoid the Freshmen 15
Going into college as a freshman is the start to the journey of becoming an independent and responsible individual. The process of college is stressful, exciting, scary, fun, and it really tests limits on how much a single person can handle. The dreadful “Freshmen 15” weight gain is a big topic of conversation nowadays. Here… Read More
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Pros and Cons: Graduating College Early
You go from being a college freshman to a senior in the blink of an eye, but college goes by even faster for those who graduate a year earlier. Many students are starting to graduate college in three years, rather than the expected four. Depending on how many credits you have, students can graduate a… Read More
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After College Graduation: What Next?!
Graduating from university is very different from graduating from high school. People usually go in one of two ways after finishing college. The first path is continuing your education and entering a masters program, and the other is taking a break from school. While it might seem that these options are similar to those of… Read More
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The Importance of Visiting Your College Counseling Center
Good mental health is vital for a successful college experience. Trying to balance school, work, relationships or other personal issues could easily cause a student stress. In a 2008 joint survey by the Associated Press and mtvU, as many as 80 percent of college students reported feeling stressed on a daily basis and 34 percent… Read More
