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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.
School Decisions
I have to make enough money to go back to school, as in, to retake aspects of my general education requirements. This time around I have to take statistics though. I need to retake many subjects, as I need a copy of my junior college transcripts as well as my San Francisco State transcripts. I have to determine what equivalents I need to retake. FAFSA would be a great help here. I can take an online paralegal course at Penn Foster, which is an internet based school that can help many a student get equivalency education, this includes high school general education but it is mostly an adult school.
Iria Vasquez-PaezPublished 6 years ago in EducationHow to Prevent Anxiety During Your Freshman Year
“I can’t wait for college!” “The best years are yet to come!” I see many posts like this as I scroll through my social media, namely from graduating high school seniors that will be starting their college endeavors in the upcoming fall.
Nicole HaasPublished 6 years ago in EducationHow Depression Affected My Freshman Year
The week before I began my freshman year at Temple University, I was overwhelmed with fluctuating emotions. I was admittedly nervous, but I was more excited than anything. I felt ready for a new challenge, new friends, and a new life. While I was close with my family, I felt as if I was ready to fly from the nest and make this big move into the city of Philadelphia.
Syd GlisanPublished 6 years ago in EducationFreshman Year of College
Before I begin, I wanted to say thank you to the 300+ people who read my first article "What High School Taught Me." I wrote it in my second semester of college and now that I have completed my first year in college, I thought "Why not write about my freshman college experience?" So, here we go.
Angelique RobersonPublished 6 years ago in EducationMy Dream Died
Whether as a result of my family role as eldest of the siblings, some intrinsic desire to nurture and provide, or a lethal combination of both, I’ve always wanted to be “successful”. I don’t need a mountain of green (or plastic) at my disposal and I don’t necessarily want a frivolously lavish house or car. Despite not having as much money as the majority of my overachiever counterparts, perhaps even because of it, I want to do “enough” with my life to be able to take care of my family’s present and future needs and to do the most with the blessings that have been bestowed upon me. I know I have one of the most ideal situations in the world: living in a first world country, with a house, and a constant supply of food on the table, and two married parents who love and support me. So, with all of the privileges and advantages bestowed upon me, I really should be able to do something right. Right?
Gloria WoolseyPublished 6 years ago in EducationThe First Days of College: Thoughts...
"Buckle up your seat belts, please." I took a deep breath and looked through the window. The planes were taking off one by one. It seemed as if they were going towards a better life, better future. That is where I thought my plane was going as well...
Cashmere CatPublished 6 years ago in Education5 Tips for Soon-to-Be College Students
When I first started looking to go to college I thought all these little tip lists were a bunch of crap. People just trying to get you to read so they'd get paid. Looking back, I wish I had paid a little more attention. These lists that may seem unimportant now, will be the same ones you look back on and think, "damn." So, here are my 5 tips for you high school juniors and seniors, or anyone else whose about to take the plunge into the world of college.
Mark SmithPublished 6 years ago in EducationCan We Talk About Those Loans?
I remember being super excited to start college when I was finishing high school. I wanted to meet new people, learn a ton of new things, and have experiences that you don't get anywhere else. Now, I have gotten that. After three full years of college (and a decision to graduate a semester early), I have definitely gotten everything I wanted to.
The TRUE Life of a College Student
Lmao... I have to start this little rant off by laughing. I'm not even sorry about it because COLLEGE SUCKS! Most people who have ever been can agree in some aspect. College is the place that annihilates every ounce of hope in your body. As if high school wasn't a train wreck enough, college is the absolute destroyer of all things good.
Monica PavlackPublished 6 years ago in EducationA Day in the Life
Most people know, or have a basic idea of, the daily life of a traditional college student. Wake up, go to class, sit through long lectures, work, home, study, sleep, repeat. Oh and some food in there along the way. However, very few people know the life of an online college student.
Mark SmithPublished 6 years ago in EducationA College Student
Today I want to share my college education experience. One that is ongoing, but one that I feel people should hear. After High School, many feel like they are ready to conquer the world. Sadly, they have no idea what the world has in store for them. They follow the path that has been well worn by those before, and while this path may work for many; it does not work for everyone. This is a story about going off that path, the fear it instilled in me, the struggles it caused, and the passion it ignited.
Mark SmithPublished 6 years ago in EducationHow to Succeed in College While Pursuing a Career
Invest in a planner and use it. It might seem a bit counterproductive to spend your time planning how you’re going to spend your time. However, this is the best way to figure out your schedule to maximize your productivity during the day. Invest in a planning system (such as a digital calendar/reminder, or even a physical planner) to plan out your goals, day-to-day tasks, and important events/deadlines.
Jasmine Smoot-LeyvaPublished 6 years ago in Education