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Preparing for Exams: A Practical Guide to Success
Preparing for Exams: A Practical Guide to Success Exams can be a source of stress and anxiety for many students, but with the right preparation, they can also be an opportunity to showcase what you’ve learned. Whether you're in high school, university, or pursuing a certification, effective exam preparation is key to achieving your academic goals. Here's a practical guide to help you prepare for your exams and walk into the exam room with confidence.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Education
5 Things Every South African Uni Student Can Relate To
5 Things Every South African Uni Student Can Relate To University life in South Africa is a wild mix of highs and lows—filled with laughter, pressure, learning, and loads of improvising. Whether you’re studying at Wits, UCT, UKZN, Sol Plaatje, or any of the country’s institutions, some student struggles and moments are just universally relatable. These experiences connect us all, no matter the course or campus.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Education
Why Hustling While Studying Is the New Normal
Why Hustling While Studying Is the New Normal Gone are the days when university students could fully dedicate themselves to academics without financial worry. In today’s world, the student hustle has become more than just a side activity—it’s often a lifeline. Whether it’s freelancing between classes, running a small business from a dorm room, or delivering food to make ends meet, hustling while studying has become the new standard for survival, growth, and success.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Education
Campus Dating: Green Flags, Red Flags & Madness
Campus Dating: Green Flags, Red Flags & Madness University dating is a unique experience—it’s exciting, unpredictable, and often chaotic. With young love blossoming between lectures, group projects, late-night study sessions, and campus events, students quickly discover that dating on campus comes with its own playbook. Whether you're navigating a new romance, stuck in a situationship, or learning the ropes of young relationships, here’s a breakdown of the green flags, red flags, and the unavoidable madness of campus dating.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Education
From NSFAS to No-Cash: A Month in My Wallet
From NSFAS to No-Cash: A Month in My Wallet Being a student funded by NSFAS is like riding a financial rollercoaster—one moment, you feel like you’ve made it; the next, you’re trying to make R10 do the work of R100. Managing money as a university student isn’t just a skill—it’s a survival strategy. And somehow, no matter how optimistic we are when that money drops, by the end of the month, we’re all back in the same spot: wallet empty, cravings unchecked, and stress levels through the roof.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Education
What I’ve Learned from Failing Forward as a Student Entrepreneur
What I’ve Learned from Failing Forward as a Student Entrepreneur Starting a business as a student is exciting, ambitious, and—let’s be real—extremely challenging. Between lectures, looming assignment deadlines, group projects, and the pressure to stay financially afloat, building something of your own can feel like a constant uphill battle. I’ve had more late nights than I can count, faced rejection after rejection, and made more mistakes than I care to admit. But through all of it, I’ve come to embrace one powerful truth: failure isn’t the opposite of success—it’s part of the journey.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Education
Boost Your NSFAS Funding: Entrepreneurship Tips for Sol Plaatje Students
How Sol Plaatje Students Can Increase Their NSFAS Funding Through Entrepreneurship For many students at Sol Plaatje University, the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is essential for covering tuition fees, accommodation, and other academic expenses. However, NSFAS funding can sometimes fall short of covering all your needs, leaving you to find alternative ways to supplement your finances. One effective method is entrepreneurship — starting your own small business or side hustle while studying. Not only can this increase your financial resources, but it also develops important skills that will benefit you beyond university.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Education
Six Counterconventional Entrepreneurial Mindsets That Can Change the World
In 1995, graphic design teacher and aspiring entrepreneur Lynda Weinman took a bold step. She purchased the domain Lynda.com — not because she foresaw a massive business opportunity, but because she needed a sandbox to explore the new digital tools emerging at the time, such as Photoshop and Illustrator. More importantly, she wanted a place where her students could showcase their work to the world.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Education
When Architecture Goes Wrong: Famous Buildings That Are Masterpieces — and Disasters. AI-Generated.
Everyone knows architects are geniuses who create massive works of art designed to stand for centuries. Yet, sometimes, even the most ambitious projects turn out to be total disasters. From massive aquariums that leaked shark-filled water to iconic structures like the Tower of Pisa that definitely wasn’t supposed to lean, these architectural fails remind us that even the greatest minds can make some baffling mistakes.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Humans
Billionaire Battles: From Betrayal to Business Wars. AI-Generated.
In the high-stakes world of billionaires, rivalries aren’t just personal—they often reshape industries, politics, and even nations. From tech startups at Harvard to oil empires in Russia, and music royalties to crypto exchanges, the battles between some of the richest people on earth reveal a volatile mix of power, ambition, and revenge. Here’s a rundown of some of the most notorious billionaire feuds that have captured headlines and changed fortunes.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Pride
Inside the Extravagant World of Dubai’s Crown Prince Faah and Other Middle Eastern Royals. AI-Generated.
Inside the Extravagant World of Dubai’s Crown Prince Faah and Other Middle Eastern Royals Dubai’s Crown Prince, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum — known popularly as Faah — is one of the wealthiest royals globally, with a personal net worth of around $400 million. Yet, the Dubai royal family’s combined fortune is estimated to be a staggering $18 billion. Growing up surrounded by immense wealth, it’s no surprise that Faah leads a life of extraordinary luxury and indulgence.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Families
The Craziest Homes Owned by Rappers: From $1 Fixer-Uppers to $200 Million Mansions. AI-Generated.
Rappers are known for their lavish lifestyles, and their homes are no exception — from helipads and mega-mansions to tiny homes with custom studios. These residences are often so extravagant they make headlines. Let’s dive into some of the wildest rapper homes, starting with a $1 property and climbing all the way up to the most expensive mansion ever sold in California.
By sol sessions8 months ago in Styled
