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Maximize your university experience with these tips for all things collegiate–how to achieve a perfect GPA, select the right major, finance your college education and more.

First Year College Nightmare
When people think of moving away from home, and taking their first step into the world as an adult, most would feel excited. Even though I enjoyed my family and being home, I was also looking forward to the new experience. My main fear was making friends.
By Taylor Shipley8 years ago in Education
10 Tips to Help You Fail University
People often talk about how to be great at various different things, but rarely does one come across an article talking about how to fail at something. Until now. You, dear reader, are about to be taught how to fail at something, possibly for the first time in your life. You're welcome.
By Justin Tavares8 years ago in Education
Is Your School Accredited?
“Is your school accredited?” College and vocational school admissions representatives get this question several times a day, provided they don’t mention it first. The question comes up at smaller schools; these are not the types of questions Ivy League or large state universities contend with. For them, much is assumed about the quality and rigor of their programs. For most students, choosing to attend those schools depend on the most common factors: money, major/program/certification, convenience, and preference.
By Bill Sims8 years ago in Education
The Graduation Freak Out!
So... It's nearly midnight and I am listening to Adele (Never a wise move if your already in a musing frame of mine!) and I've come to the terrifying conclusion that I am actually graduating tomorrow. This sounds like a rather stupid thing to say as factually that's correct and it shouldn't be a terrifying notion it should be an exciting one. However until this very moment, the very night before I graduate, I hadn't fully comprehended what that means. It means the safe three years that have guided me to this moment are now officially behind me. Yes, it means I have to enter the real world but it also leaves me with a nauseous sense of being untethered from the ground, like being up in an air ballon. The friendships, the turmoils, the laughter. Goddamn it, even the lie-ins, drunken regrets, and, god forbid, the communal food shops and cleaning rotas are behind me!
By Beth Wilkinson8 years ago in Education
5 Dorm Necessities
Now, I was an RA for two years and lived in the residence halls or dorms for three years. It is definitely an interesting experience! But you meet some of your greatest friends there! I know I did. So, here are some things that are a must-have for living away from home.
By Rich Burton8 years ago in Education
How to (Successfully) Juggle Your Insane University Schedule
Coming out of my first year of university, I thought that signing up for as many things as possible would be a good idea. My first-year experience was filled with a lot of homesickness and loneliness, so I figured that keeping myself busy would reduce the possibility of having the same experience in second year. So, I committed myself to four extracurricular activities, being a first-year mentor, doing a course overload, and working at one of the libraries on campus.
By Faith8 years ago in Education
3 Perspectives to Pack for College
You’re starting college and I’m sure you’re excited (and nervous) for your fresh start: new friends, new lifestyle, not to mention a whole new level of independence. College is going to change your life. You think high school had some milestones? You have so much more waiting for you.
By No Name8 years ago in Education
Most Popular College Majors for Millennials. Top Story - October 2017.
The most exciting things about higher education involve new friendships and freedom from your parents, but it's your future education that takes up the bulk of your college experience, so what you will eventually learn along the way is what should be most important to you. Freshman year is a tough learning curve, but you'll get the creative spark you need and the energy to succeed later in your college career.
By Ryan Epps8 years ago in Education
Best Colleges on the East Coast
Where you go to college can be pretty important, powerful alumni can help open up a wider world of opportunity. Now, if you don't get into one of the best colleges on the East Coast, that doesn't mean your life is over. But trust me, college is better than high school.
By Joseph Farley8 years ago in Education
Why Is Pursuing a Higher Education Important?
Many of us graduate from high school, toss our caps into the air, and never pick up another book again. This is bad. I don't know exactly when it happened, but somewhere along the way American society has turned increasingly anti-intellectual — look no further than our president.
By Joseph Farley8 years ago in Education
Packing for College: What Should I Bring?. Top Story - October 2017.
With move-in day just around the corner, it's time to go through that list. However, I found that being the third in my generation going to university, my family still had no idea where to start. After searching almost every list that is out on the internet, I have compiled a list to get you started.
By Katryna Weingart8 years ago in Education