POV: You start college on Monday. You’re eleven videos deep into the “Day in My Life as a College Student” YouTube rabbit hole, surrounded by puddles of clothes you’ve been cycling through for the past hour. You’re trying to find your ...
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Walking into a college fair can feel like entering a big academic version of Comic-Con – minus the cosplay (unless you count mascots) and with way more brochures. But here’s the thing: If you know how to navigate it, a college fair can be ...
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Your student is off to college! This is a huge, exciting life transition for them — and for you. It’s normal to feel nervous, says Dalton Hoffer, associate director of USF’s Parent and Family Engagement Team. When he leads orientation, ...
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When I was applying for colleges (many, many moons ago… I won’t admit HOW many moons ago), I was too intimidated to apply to any reach schools. I didn’t think I had what it took to get into a school like that – but looking back, I realize ...
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Looking for your next beach read? You’ve come to the right place! I’ve compiled a list of five great young adult novels that are perfect for your summer TBR pile. All five of these picks span different genres, but they’ve got one thing in ...
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College orientation can stir a mixed bag of emotions, such as excitement, skepticism, anxiety, and maybe even a little apprehension. It is a rite of passage, a moment where the future finally feels real.
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Congrats — your student is headed for college! As they apply for schools and await decisions, give yourself a pat on the back: You helped them reach this huge milestone.
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The practice of note-taking can be traced all the way back to ancient Greece, where the Greeks kept personal records on various topics — from scientific and mathematical developments to their passing thoughts. Good notes are at the ...
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If you want to land a job, having a college degree puts you ahead of the curve. Studies show that any amount of college education reduces your unemployment risk and that college graduates earn about $1 million more over their lifetime.
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Starting your college journey is an important milestone, no matter when you take your first step. If you recently received an admission offer for a spring term when you wanted fall, you might have some mixed emotions right now. Yes, many ...
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