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Graduating from college is about celebrating a student’s years of hard work as they transition into their professional life. If you have a loved one or friend graduating soon, explore these unique gifts ideas for a college graduate to find the perfect option for them. Handmade Quilt College students admass a plethora of graphic T-shirts […]
If you have a college break coming up, you’re probably pretty excited. You get to spend time away from the stress of school! However, you may also be unsure about what to do, especially if you have a particularly long break. So, here are four things for college students to do during a break. 1. […]
A chemical lab has the potential to be a very dangerous place, but many people can become complacent to the risks. Whether it’s irritated skin, chemical burns, or exposure to hazardous concoctions, you need to be aware of ways you can protect yourself in a chemical lab. Learn how to minimize the risks you may […]
Unfortunately, asbestos-related diseases such as mesothelioma are rising daily, yet all asbestos-related injuries are preventable. The root of most asbestos exposure is getting into contact with toxic fibers while working or handling products with asbestos contamination. Asbestos fibers can be breathed in or get stuck on clothing, which are common ways that someone can gain […]
There are many benefits to volunteering while you’re in college. It looks excellent on your resume, for one. But beyond that, it’s also good for the soul. Do you think you won’t have any time for community service during college? Even if you’re a double major, think again. You may change your tune after getting […]
Your graduation is an important day, and your institution may be more critical of your appearance than you may think. It is for this reason why you should make special considerations about your gown and ensure that it’s suitable to wear when you receive your diploma. Deviating from the requests and expectations of your high […]
If you are concerned about going to college during the COVID-19 pandemic, you are not alone. Many students and families worry about health and safety on campus at this time. However, there is no reason to delay your college studies if you take the proper precautions to avoid health problems associated with the pandemic. Many […]
Instead of facts and raw data, wouldn’t it be better to ask students and hear their side of the story? After all, they are the reason why universities exist in the first place. Only by hearing what students have to say can universities improve and advance education. If students want to fight for better education, […]
In the early 15th century, against all odds, a committee wrote a great work of literature. King James I of England, Scotland, and Ireland convened a council of Biblical scholars and translators to issue a new version of the Bible for the Church of England, which had recently split from the Roman Catholic Church. Though […]
The pandemic hit during the latter half of the second academic semester in early 2020. Now, as fall approaches, colleges and universities are having to make tough decisions about how they will reopen for the new school year. Despite the hopes of both students and faculty, the possibility of full, in-person reopenings are beginning to […]